Council approves Proposed Moray Local Development Plan 2028 for public consultation
Moray Council has approved the Proposed Moray Local Development Plan (LDP) 2028 and agreed to launch a 14-week public consultation later this month. The plan will guide how Moray grows and develops between 2028 and 2038, helping to shape future housing, employment land, infrastructure, town centres, green spaces and renewable energy development.
The proposed plan has been developed using evidence gathered from communities, stakeholders and partner organisations. It introduces a new place-based approach, with area and settlement plans designed to support sustainable growth while responding to climate change, protecting biodiversity and improving local infrastructure.
The council also approved a Proposed Delivery Programme, draft planning guidance and a draft Green Network and Open Space Strategy, which will all be consulted on alongside the proposed plan.
The consultation is scheduled to run from 30 November 2026 until 5 March 2027, giving residents, businesses, community groups and developers the opportunity to comment on the proposals. Feedback received during the consultation will be considered before the plan is submitted for independent examination by a Scottish Government Reporter.
Council Leader, Cllr Kathleen Robertson, said: “The Local Development Plan is one of the most important documents the council produces because it helps shape Moray's future for the next decade and beyond. It sets out where development should take place, how communities can grow sustainably and how we balance economic opportunities with protecting the environment and supporting local people.
“I would encourage everyone with an interest in the future of Moray to take part in the consultation when it opens later this month. This is an opportunity to have your say and help influence the final plan.”
Further information on how to take part will be available on Moray Engage when the consultation launches on 30 November.