Evidence Gathering and Early Engagement

• Consultation with relevant consultees within the community to collect knowledge and experience
• Invitation to comment sent to all those that may have an interest in the SPD

 

Publish Draft SPD (Regulation 12 & 13)

• Notification of public consultation
• Representations accepted over a minimum 4 week period
• Variety of consultation methods considered

 

Adoption of SPD (Regulation 12(a))

• SPD and adoption statement are publicised
• Council publish a summary of representations made and how they were addressed
• All those who who request it or who have made representations will be notified that the SPD has been adopted