Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 61666
Local Plans: West Dorset
Tabled: 20 June 2025
Answered: 30 June 2025
Question
Edward Morello
Liberal Democrat — West Dorset
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether her Department is taking steps with Dorset Council to ensure local plans include provision for age-appropriate housing to support downsizing in West Dorset constituency.
Answer
Matthew PennycookIt is for local planning authorities to assess the size, type and tenure of housing needed for different groups in the community, including young families and older residents. As set out in the Written Ministerial Statement I made on 26 November 2024 (HCW...
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