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Christchurch Neighbourhood Plan Proposal Consultation

We are consulting on the draft Christchurch Neighbourhood Plan Proposal which is being carried out in accordance with Regulation 16 of the Neighbourhood Planning (General) Regulations 2012.

Please read each section below where you'll find the draft Neighbourhood Plan for Christchurch, and supporting documents. You can also find details of how to take part, and how to get support if needed.

The consultation closes on 6 September 2026.

We:

The Local Planning Authority

Need to understand the views of:

  • Christchurch residents
  • Wider BCP residents
  • Local businesses and employers/employees
  • Landowners, agents and site promoters​
  • Developers
  • Community organisations,
  • Service providers
  • Statutory organisations

Concerning:

The draft Christchurch Neighbourhood Plan and supporting documents

So that:

Your comments will be considered by the independent examiner, who will assess whether the draft Plan meets the required legal and planning tests. The examiner may recommend changes before the Plan progresses further.

To accomplish:

A Neighbourhood Plan for the Christchurch area.

Dates:

20 July - 6 September 2026

Supporting Documents

Please read the supporting documents in the 'Documents' section, before giving us your views.

Key Dates

Consultation starts:

20 July 2026

Consultation ends:

6 September 2026

Who's listening

Cllr Millie Earl​

Leader of BCP Council

Phases