Neighbourhood planning step by step guide

If the plan passes the examination stage, the council will arrange a referendum so that the community can vote on whether a neighbourhood plan comes into force. If modifications were required to the plan the city council will liaise with the forum to ensure these are made and a final version of the plan is ready for relevant committees.

People living in the neighbourhood area, who are registered to vote, will be entitled to vote in the referendum.  A simple majority (more than 50%) is required for the plan to be adopted. 

The city council will publish the referendum results on the website and issue a news release.