Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 31485

Planning Permission

Tabled: 13 February 2025
Answered: 25 February 2025

Question

Kevin Hollinrake

Conservative — Thirsk and Malton

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what her policy is on the use of Special Development Orders.

Answer

Matthew Pennycook
Special Development Orders are a long-established part of the planning system. Each case is considered on its individual merits. The government has no plans to change this arrangement.