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Have your say on the future of local councils in Surrey

Take part in a landmark Government consultation on proposals to replace Surrey's current councils with up to three larger authorities. We support a three unitary approach - Find out more and read our consultation question guide.

Join us for a special online engagement session hosted by the Leaders of Guildford and Waverley Borough Councils on Thursday 3 July from 7pm to 8pm via Microsoft Teams. We'll explain what Local Government Reorganisation is, outline the different options being considered, and show you how to get involved. Sign up for the session (opens new window).

Draft Green Belt Supplementary Planning Document (SPD)

The construction of new buildings is generally considered 'inappropriate' in the Green Belt. There are exceptions to this.

The Draft Green Belt SPD:

  • provides more advice and guidance
  • explains how we will interpret exceptions
  • makes clear how we decide planning applications when we apply national and local Green Belt policy

Find out more about the Draft Green Belt SPD (opens new window)