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Emerging Local Plan 2017 - 2033
Statement of Community...
The SCI provides clarity on the extent of community involvement that will take place. It sets out clear consultation procedures and standards
The SCI provides clarity on the extent of community involvement that will tak...
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The new Local Plan is an important document which will determine the way forward for Colchester Borough.
The new Local Plan is an important document which will determine the way forw...
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Documents relating to the Evidence Base - Publication Draft Local Plan
Documents relating to the Evidence Base - Publication Draft Local Plan
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Submission Documents for the Emerging Local Plan
Submission Documents for the Emerging Local Plan
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Supporting Documents for the Emerging Local Plan
Supporting Documents for the Emerging Local Plan
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Documents for the Emerging Local Plan Evidence Base - Adopted Local Plan 2004-2020
Documents for the Emerging Local Plan Evidence Base - Adopted Local Plan 2004...
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Documents for the Emerging Local Plan Evidence Base - Emerging Local Plan 2017-2033
Documents for the Emerging Local Plan Evidence Base - Emerging Local Plan 201...
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The documents relating to Preferred Options
The documents relating to Preferred Options
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The documents relating to Issues and Options
The documents relating to Issues and Options
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Enquire about using a temporary structure
Following government guidance, Colchester Borough Council is introducing a new process for temporary buildings, structures and changes of use to help businesses to recover from the effects of the coronavirus.
Applications to be considered at the next Planning Committee
View a list of applications on the agenda at the next Planning Committee meeting.
Proposed solar photovoltaic farm: Layer-de-la-Haye
Planning Application number 202695: Land to west of the village and adjoining Birch Road, Layer-de-la-Haye.
Land off Colchester Road, West Mersea
Outline planning application reference number 200723 for the land off Colchester Road, West Mersea.
North Essex Garden Communities
Find information about the Braintree and Tendring border Garden Communities as well as our timeline of work and progress updates
Brownfield Land Register
Highlight a brownfield site to the Council that you think could be considered for redevelopment.
Fees and Charges
For more information on building control fees