Maidstone Borough Gypsy, Traveller and Traveling Showpeople Development Plan Document – Preferred Approaches (Regulation 18b) Consultation

Maidstone Borough Council has published the Regulation 18b version of its Gypsy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeople Development Plan Document, which sets out the preferred policy approaches to meeting accommodation needs and the reasonable alternatives being considered. In some instances, the preferred policies are more fully formed whilst in others the policies are more indicative in nature. There are no sites identified or allocated at this stage, as we are seeking views on the spatial strategy approach before committing to identifying sites.

How to view the documents: During the consultation period the Regulation 18b Gypsy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeople DPD, the accompanying Sustainability Appraisal Report, Consultation Response Forms and all supporting materials will be available on the Council’s webpage at:https://localplan.maidstone.gov.uk/home/gypsy-traveller-development-plan-document

The DPD consultation document and Sustainability Appraisal Report are also available for public inspection at all libraries in Maidstone Borough during normal opening hours.

There is a six-week period during which time comments may be submitted. Only representations received within this period, which runs from 9.30am on 31st October to 5.00pm on 12th December 2024,may be considered. Where possible, please respond online:

Online:https://maidstone.objective.co.uk/portal/

Alternatively, please complete and submit a Consultation Response Form (available to download/print from the Council’s webpage or request a paper copy by contacting the Council):

By email:ldf@maidstone.gov.uk or

By post: Strategic Planning Team, Maidstone Borough Council, Maidstone House, King Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 6JQ.

By phone: 01622 602000

The outcomes of this consultation will help inform the next stage of the Gypsy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeople DPD.