Last chance to have your say on Tamworth’s draft local plan

Residents, businesses and other stakeholders have less than a week left to comment on Tamworth Borough Council's draft local plan, with the formal six-week consultation closing on Monday 5 October.

The local plan sets out the vision, policies and framework for how land across Tamworth will be used and developed through to 2043, guiding decisions on planning applications including what is built, where development takes place and which areas are protected.

The draft plan covers a wide range of issues, including housing numbers, type and location; support for businesses and job opportunities; the future of the town centre and retail offer; health and wellbeing; heritage protection; design and placemaking; flood risk management; protection of biodiversity and the natural environment; pollution control; sustainable transport; and infrastructure to support new development.

The consultation follows several months of engagement with residents, businesses, community groups and other stakeholders, who the council says have helped shape the plan from early conversations about priorities through to detailed feedback on specific policies.

The plan is underpinned by a set of principles to guide decision-making across the borough to 2043, including making the best use of Tamworth's limited supply of land, delivering high-quality, affordable homes to meet the community's diverse needs, supporting and diversifying the local economy, and regenerating the town centre into a thriving destination with a vibrant evening economy.

Councillor Ben Clarke, portfolio holder for housing, homelessness and planning at Tamworth Borough Council, said: “There is now just one week left to have your say on the draft local plan, so I would encourage anyone with an interest in Tamworth's future to take a look at the document and submit their comments before the consultation closes.

“The local plan covers a wide range of issues, from housing and employment to the future of our town centre, heritage, infrastructure and the natural environment. The decisions made through the planning process can have a lasting impact on our communities.

“Getting it right matters, and that means hearing from residents, businesses and community groups, not just planners.

“This is an important opportunity to consider the proposals and let us know what you think. If you haven't already taken part, please make sure you have your say before 5 October.”

The draft local plan and supporting documents can be viewed, and comments submitted, via the council's website.

Paper copies are also available at Marmion House, Lichfield Street, and at local libraries.

The final version of the local plan will go to full council in December 2026, when members will decide whether to submit it for examination.