Local Development Frameworks Conference

This conference aims to update and compliement earlier LDF conferences by bringing together speakers who understand the needs of authorities, stakeholders and local communities. You will explore the continuing evolution of local development planning and look forward to the possibility of further change.

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• Why you should attend this conference
• Who should attend?
• Benefits of attending
• Conference programme
• Quotes from a previous participant...
• Save up to 28% with a season ticket
• CPD requirements
• In-house training

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This event has been organised in association with the Development Planning Network.

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Why you should attend this conference

LDFs have been in place for 5 years. Authorities that have seen the opportunity that LDFs present and have been able to work in appropriate ways have made LDFs work for them. Case studies will be at the core of the event, with speakers talking about making plans to do the job that is wanted. Others will give more general advice on how to succeed.

The conference aims to update and complement earlier LDF conferences by bringing together speakers who understand the needs of authorities, stakeholders and local communities. You will explore the continuing evolution of local development planning and look forward to the possibility of further change. There will be lots of practical examples of success.

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Who should attend?

• Local planners
• Planning consultants
• Stakeholders
• Representatives of community organisations
• Elected members
• Members of LSPs
• Developers and landowners

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Benefits of attending

This conference will help you to:

1. Understand the challenges facing all those involved in spatial planning
2. Be involved in preparing sound plans that meet your needs
3. Update you on government planning and related reforms and their implications
4. Give examples of success in plan making and delivery, and what can be learned from experience so far

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Conference programme

This programme will be updated for 2011 and may include:

9.00 Registration and coffee

9.30 Welcome and introduction by the Chair

9.40 Where are we going?

• Messages from Central Government on LDF Policy and delivery

10.20 How is soundness working?

• Statistical background - DPD submissions and soundness
• The Inspector's approach to the examination process
• Lessons learned
• Future directions?

11.00 Coffee and networking

11.20 Making it work – the Wakefield LDF

• Planning as a corporate activity
• Focusing on outcomes in a changing landscape
• Constructive working with partners
• Benefits of demonstrating the ability to deliver

12.00 Delivering what we want – the Southwark Core Strategy and Aylesbury AAP

• Setting out Southwark’s long term vision, spatial strategy and strategic policies with an implementation plan up until 2026 to deliver sustainable development
• The main challenges and opportunities to be tackled in the core strategy to achieve our vision of improving our places for our diverse population between 2009 and 2026

12.40 Panel discussion

1.00 Lunch

2.00 Mediation in development planning

• Provide some background to the concept of using mediation in development planning
• Explain what is meant by mediation in development planning
• Inform delegates of the initial outcome of the joint PINS/NPF Mediation in Planning project (due to report on an interim basis to the NOF Executive Board on 4 March 10)
• Discuss with delegates their experience/views on the use and value of mediation in development planning

2.40 Design

3.20 Viability

4.00 Panel Discussion

4.20 Chair’s closing comments

4.30 Close of conference

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Quotes from a previous participant...

q "The event was organised well. There was a wide range of experienced panelists and the coverage of topics was extensive"

q "Excellent range of speakers to give diverse views on the challenges and practices in the new planning system"

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Save up to 28% with a season ticket

Simply Click here to be directed to the booking form.

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CPD requirements

This event is intended to help RTPI members with their CPD requirements

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In-house training

In-house training can be presented exclusively for your organisation on any subject in the planning and development field, inclusiding management skills. Training is individually tailored to meet the specific needs of your organisation.

To discuss your requirements please contact the in-house team on 0845 076 0679 or e-mail incompany@rtpiconferences.co.uk

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RTPI Development Planning Network: A great deal has changed for all concerned with the introduction of LDFs. This masterclass will highlight everything you need to know about LDFs and allows you to exchange knowledge and experiences, but why not also join the RTPI Development Planning Network? - it is a virtual group of over 400 people like you trying to make a go of things and wanting to share experience. It provides a unique opportunity to share views, gain support, raise awareness and disseminate good practice. For more information and to sign up to the network please visit http://www.rtpi.org.uk/development_planning_network/ or email development.planning@rtpi.org.uk

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