Wealden Consultation on how planning decisions are made in the District

Wealden District Council is calling on residents to take part in a consultation that will
influence how residents can participate in how planning decisions are made in the district in
the future.

The council has created a new Statement of Community Involvement (SCI) for consultation
which outlines how residents will be engaged in planning policy, including the Local Plan,
ensuring their voices are heard in shaping the future of the area. The document also
highlights the ways that communities can participate in planning applications and the support
available for neighbourhood planning groups and community-led initiatives.

The council would like your comments on this new draft document. The consultation runs for
eight weeks from 4pm on the 4 July 2025 until 4pm on 29 August 2025, providing an
opportunity for residents, businesses, and stakeholders to share their views and help shape
a more transparent, accessible, and inclusive planning process.

Residents can view the draft document and submit their feedback via the Planning Policy
consultation portal https://consult.wealden.gov.uk.

For more information and to view or download a copy of the draft document and response
form, please visit https://letstalk.wealden.gov.uk/have-your-say-draft-statement-of-