About the New Local Plan Find out what the New Local Plan is and how it will guide development in Colchester. Engagement and consultation View current and past consultations on the New Local Plan. Statement of community involvement Find out how we involve residents and communities in planning decisions. The Local Development Scheme The Local Development Scheme (LDS) sets out the timetable for adopting new planning documents, including the Local Plan. Evidence base and supporting documents View the documents and research used to support the New Local Plan. Topic papers Read papers that explain key planning issues in more detail.
