Green belt and green wedge policy in Wales
Produced in partnership with Stephen Morgan of Landmark Chambers
Practice notesGreen belt and green wedge policy in Wales
Produced in partnership with Stephen Morgan of Landmark Chambers
Practice notesIntroduction
The planning systems in England and Wales have become increasingly distinct in recent years, both in terms of Policy and legislation. The Diversification began in 2000 with the formation of the Welsh Assembly Government (as it was then called). The Government of Wales ACT 1998 devolved most planning matters, though it was not until the second devolution referendum in 2011 that the Welsh government was granted primary legislative powers, one result of which was the Planning (Wales) Act 2015 (P(W)A 2015), which has increased still further the distinction between Welsh planning law and that of the rest of the UK. P(W)A 2015 introduces a statutory purpose for planning functions and clarifies the requirements to carry sustainable development under the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015 (WFG(W) 2015).
Welsh planning policy since March 2002 has been laid down in Planning policy Wales. This overarching policy document is supplemented by a series of detailed Technical Advice Notes (TANs) and other guidance. See Practice Note: Planning policy in Wales. Wales is the first nation
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