2026 NDP - Review
PROCESS OVERVIEW
Reviewing and updating the 2021 Upper Clatford Neighbourhood Development Plan
The Upper Clatford Neighbourhood Development Plan (NDP), covering Anna Valley, Red Rice and Upper Clatford, was approved by local residents in May 2020 and has since played an important role in shaping planning decisions across the Parish. As required, the Plan is now due for its five-year review.
In October 2025, the Parish Council agreed to begin this review and set up an NDP Steering Group (made up of Councillors and volunteers) to lead the process. With support from Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) and specialist planning advice, the aim is to submit an updated Plan to TVBC by November 2026.
Why your involvement matters
This is your village plan, and community involvement is essential. We must show that residents have been informed and given opportunities to contribute — and we genuinely want to hear your views. We are keen to hear from people of all ages and backgrounds, whether you are a long-standing resident or new to the Parish.
The Process
The process has the following Phases:
- Phase 1 - Engagement
- Phase 2 - Consultation and evidence gathering
- Phase 3 - Drafting the Revised 2026 Neighbourhood Development Plan
- Phase 4 - Regulation 14 - Statutory Consultation by the Upper Clatford Parish Council
- Phase 5 - Regulation 16 - TVBC publishes the Draft NDP for comments
- Phase 6 - Submission and Independent Examination
- Phase 7 - Community Referendum
- Phase 8 - Adoption
Actions taken and documents generated by the Parish Council in each of these steps are described and listed below.