We are currently preparing a new Local Plan which sets out how the Borough will develop to 2043.
Regulation 19 Consultation – Proposed Submission Local Plan
Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council is undertaking a Regulation 19 Consultation on its Proposed Submission Local Plan. The consultation will run for a period of six weeks from 23 September 2026 – 5 November 2026.
The Local Plan sets out the Council's proposed strategy for managing growth and development across the borough to 2043, including the provision of homes, jobs, infrastructure and environmental protection.
This consultation is an opportunity to make representations on the Proposed Submission Local Plan before it is submitted to the Secretary of State for independent examination. While the earlier Regulation 18 Consultation sought views on policies, sites and overall approach, the role of the Regulation 19 Consultation is to provide the opportunity for representations to be made on ‘soundness’ and legal compliance.
The quickest and easiest way to respond to the consultation is via our Local Plan Portal. You can also respond by email or post. If using either of these methods, please use the representation form below (Please note a separate form should be filled in for each policy, site or specific part of the plan you are commenting on).
Representation Form
Statement of Representation Procedures (Guidance Note)
FAQs and guidance on responding
Please send to localplanconsultation@welhat.gov.uk.
Alternatively, responses may be sent by post to: Planning Policy Team, Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council, The Campus, Welwyn Garden City AL8 6AE.
All responses must be received by 6pm on 5 November 2026. Representations submitted after the deadline may not be taken into account.
Regulation 19 documents
Welwyn Hatfield Draft Local Plan
Sustainability Appraisal and Habitats Regulation Assessment
Online Draft Policies Maps
A number of studies have been undertaken to inform our Draft Local Plan these can be found in our Evidence Base.
