Bassetlaw District Council is preparing to create a new Local Plan ready to manage and influence economic growth, jobs, services and investment linked to the Trent Valley Supercluster.
As part of preparation work, the council is setting out its timetable for the Local Plan which will guide how the area will grow and develop upto 2045, including the transformation of the former power station sites at West Burton, Cottam and High Marnham into a leading hub for clean energy and innovation.
The current Local Plan, adopted in 2024, must be reviewed by 2028–29 and by starting work now it will help ensure the council can meet the new 30-month timeframe set by the Government, meaning a new plan will be in place by 2029. This will help manage speculative development to the benefit of local communities in the future.
At a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday 2nd June, Councillors agreed on the updated timetable for preparing the new Local Plan, alongside a formal Notice of Commencement.
Cllr Steve Scotthorne, Cabinet Member for Planning, Identity and Place said: “This is an important step in planning for Bassetlaw’s future and by starting work on a new Local Plan now, we can make sure growth is well managed and supported by the services our community’s need, protects the natural and historic environment and makes the most of once in a generation opportunities coming forward at the Trent Valley Supercluster.
“We are setting out a clear timetable, so people know when to get involved and we will listen to the community carefully at every stage.”
The Council will continue to lead on planning until 31 March 2028, when a new unitary authority is due to be created.
Last Updated on Thursday, June 18, 2026