Planning Policy Frequently Asked Questions

The Council is currently working on a Borough Local Plan, generally referred to as the Core Strategy, which will be the central part of the development plan for the Royal Borough. We are also working with Parish and Town Council's, and communities to produce Neighbourhood Plans.

For more information on the these areas of work is available on the Borough Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plans webpages.

  1. How can I view the Local Plan?
  2. Why can't I find the Local Plan proposals maps online?
  3. What is the Local Plan affordable housing threshold?
  4. Is the Council producing a Core Strategy?
  5. What is the Local Development Framework (LDF)?
  6. What documents have been adopted as part of the Local Development Framework?
  7. What approach is the Council taking with Planning Policy?
  8. What plans are relevant to a planning application?
  9. Is my property within the area of influence for the Thames Basin Heaths Special Protection Area?
  10. Is my property located within the Green Belt?
  11. Is my property located within an area liable to flood?
  12. What is the population of the Royal Borough?

Contact Information:

By Phone: 01628 796115

By Email: planning.policy@rbwm.gov.uk

By Post:

Planning Policy Unit
Planning and Development Unit,
Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead,
Town Hall,
St. Ives Road,
Maidenhead,
SL6 1RF


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Modified: 2011-05-12
Author: Charlie Cooper
Editor: Peter.Hitchen
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