Have your say in East Devon
Local Plan consultation
Residents wanting to have their say on how many homes are built and where are being urged to share their views.
East Devon District Council’s new Local Plan will outline how the district addresses issues including the climate change emergency, how many new homes should be built and where, how and where new jobs should be created.
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New development charges
Updated charges for new housing and retail development come into force on Monday 1 February 2021.
We have been charging Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) for the last few years. CIL must be paid when new housing and retail development is built in East Devon (although some housing and retail does not need to pay).
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Council publishes guidance on affordable housing
Following two rounds of public consultation, we have now finished guidance on planning for affordable housing in East Devon.
The Affordable Housing supplementary planning document contains advice on how to use the existing Local Plan policies on affordable housing.
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Work continues on Cranbrook Plan
Plans for the expansion of Cranbrook up towards almost 8,000 homes, as set out in the Cranbrook Plan, continue to be considered by a planning inspector.
As well as proposing new housing, the plan also looks to secure the delivery of supporting infrastructure and facilities, including new primary schools, open spaces and local centres such as that on Younghayes Road within the town.
A busy year for Neighbourhood Planning
Neighbourhood Planning in East Devon has shown no signs of slowing down despite the restrictions imposed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Those actively involved in developing Neighbourhood Plans across the district have continued to work hard on emerging plans whilst adapting to these new circumstances.
Register your interest in a self-build
We keep a register of individuals or groups who want to build their own home in East Devon. Building your own home can be a very rewarding experience, allowing you to tailor your living space to your own requirements and potentially save money in the process.
You don’t have to physically build your home for it to be classed as self-build, but you must have the main input into its design.
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