Welwyn Parish Neighbourhood Plan

Following a ‘YES’ vote at referendum on 7 May 2026, the Welwyn Parish Neighbourhood Plan was formally made  on Wednesday 3 June and now forms part of the Development Plan for Welwyn Hatfield Borough. 

The Welwyn Parish Neighbourhood Plan will be used to help determine planning applications and guide planning decisions within the Neighbourhood Plan Area.

The Welwyn Parish Neighbourhood Plan is the second neighbourhood plan to be made within the borough.

Welwyn Parish Neighbourhood Plan

Welwyn Neighbourhood Plan Design Principles and Guidance

Background documents

Decision Statement

Examiner's Report

Basic Conditions Statement

Information Statement

Consultation Statement

Other supporting documents

SEA/HRA Screening Report Statement of Reasons