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Castle Point Plan Regulation 19 Further Consultation
The Regulation 19 Further Consultation Castle Point Borough Council formally approved the Castle Point Plan 2026-2043 ("the Local Plan") for publication on the 23 July 2025. In accordance with Regulation 19 of The Town and Country Planning (Local Planning) (England) Regulations 2012, the Castle Point Plan and its supporting documents including but not limited to the Sustainability Appraisal, Habitats Regulations Assessment and Equality Impacts Assessment, have been... MoreOpened 24 October 2025 -
Pride of Place (Canvey Island) - Local Business Survey
In March 2024, Canvey Island was selected by the Government as a recipient of £20million of regeneration funding, over 10 years, as part of the Pride in Place programme. The Pride of Place funding programme has three strategic objectives: Thriving Places Stronger Communities Taking Back Control To deliver this funding, a Neighbourhood Board has been established to represent local people and prepare a Regeneration Plan and vision which outlines local... MoreOpened 20 October 2025 -
Pavement Licensing Policy Consultation
Castle Point Borough Council is consulting on the draft Pavement Licensing Policy for Food and Drink Premises (October 2025 to October 2030). A pavement licence is a licence granted by the Council, or deemed to have been granted, allowing the licence holder to place removable furniture on certain highways adjacent to their premises for selling, serving or consuming food or drink, or for ancillary purposes. The draft policy reflects the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023, which... MoreOpened 3 October 2025 -
Taxi and Private Hire Licensing Policy Consultation
Castle Point Borough Council is consulting on the revised Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Licensing Policy 2022–2027 (v2.1). This policy sets out how the Council will license hackney carriage and private hire drivers, vehicles, and operators. It explains the application and renewal process, licence conditions, and how enforcement and appeals will be handled. The draft policy has been revised following a review by the Task and Finish Working Group to ensure it is fit for purpose... MoreOpened 3 October 2025 -
Canvey Seafront Bathing Water Consultation
Castle Point Borough Council is inviting residents to take part in a public consultation regarding its application for official bathing water status for Canvey seafront. The proposed bathing water area stretches from the Canvey Island Town Council sea pool through to and including Thorney Bay. If the application is successful, the Environment Agency will monitor water quality on Canvey Island between 15 May and 30 September each year. This includes: - Identifying pollution... MoreClosed 30 September 2025 -
Castle Point Plan Draft (Regulation 19) Consultation
# This consultation has now closed # If you are seeking to participate in the Castle Point Plan Regulation 19 Further Consultation taking place from 24 October to 5 December 2025, please visit: Castle Point Plan Regulation 19 Further Consultation Regulation 19 and why we are consulting you The Castle Point Plan will set out where new development will be allocated, how much affordable housing will be built and includes policies for considering new development... MoreClosed 26 September 2025 -
Overnight Street Lighting
Essex County Council (ECC) is responsible for the provision of the majority of street lighting across Castle Point. In February 2014, ECC decided to switch street lighting off across the county between the hours of midnight and 5am (later revised to between 1am and 5am). If the residents of Castle Point decide they want the street lights to be kept on all night, Castle Point Borough Council will work with ECC to re-introduce nighttime lighting across the Borough between the hours of 1am... MoreClosed 1 August 2025 -
Equality Impact Assessment of the Castle Point Plan (Regulation 19 Draft)
Further Consultation This consultation has been re-opened to align with the Further Consultation on the Regulation 19 Castle Point Plan. There have been no changes to the Equality Impact Assessment since it was published for consultation on the 1 August 2025. If you have already provided comments on the Equality Impact Assessment since 1 August 2025, then we have received these, and they have been accepted as duly made, unless we have contacted... MoreOpened 1 August 2025 -
PSPO Renewal and Expansion Consultation
Castle Point Borough Council is proposing to renew the existing Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) for the Roscommon Way area of Canvey Island for a further three years. In response to ongoing reports of vehicle-related anti-social behaviour, the Council is also considering extending the PSPO to cover three additional locations: Waterside Farm Leisure Centre Car Park Northwick Road Thamesview A130 Business Park (Fenttiman Road) PSPOs are... MoreClosed 1 August 2025 -
Habitats Regulations Assessment of the Castle Point Plan (Regulation 19 Draft)
Further Consultation This consultation has been re-opened to align with the Further Consultation on the Regulation 19 Castle Point Plan. There have been no changes to the Habitats Regulations Assessment since it was published for consultation on the 1 August 2025. If you have already provided comments on the Habitats Regulations Assessment since 1 August 2025, then we have received these, and they have been accepted as duly made, unless we have... MoreOpened 1 August 2025 -
Sustainability Appraisal and Strategic Environmental Assessment of the Castle Point Plan (Regulation 19 Draft)
Further Consultation This consultation has been re-opened to align with the Further Consultation on the Regulation 19 Castle Point Plan. There have been no changes to the Sustainability Appraisal and Strategic Environmental Assessment since it was published for consultation on the 1 August 2025. If you have already provided comments on the Sustainability Appraisal and Strategic Environmental Assessment since 1 August 2025, then we have received... MoreOpened 1 August 2025 -
Mayor's Awards 2025 Nomination Form
The Castle Point Mayor's Business Awards are an annual celebration to showcase and recognise the achievements of local businesses and entrepreneurs in the borough. Anyone can nominate a business or an apprentice. Only businesses with a trading address within the borough of Castle Point will be accepted. This year the 'Community Champion' Award recognises not just the best community champion in business, but we are also seeking local community champions, from outside the... MoreClosed 21 February 2025 -
Mayors Awards: Community Champion Nominations
In addition to the Castle Point Mayor's Business Awards, we're excited to introduce a new category this year: The Mayor Awards - Community Champion Nominations. We're seeking local community champions from outside the business world. They could be volunteers, individuals who dedicate their time to support local, good causes, or those who have made a significant positive impact on the lives of others in the community. Whether it's through charitable work, mentoring, organising... MoreClosed 21 February 2025 -
Castle Point Borough Council Corporate Plan 2025-2028
Thank you for taking the time to participate in this consultation on our new Corporate Plan 2025-2028. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us shape the future of Castle Point. We encourage you to review the draft Corporate Plan here( Corporate Plan 2025-28.pdf ) before completing this survey. The document outlines our key goals, priorities, and initiatives for the coming years. Your insights will help us ensure that the plan reflects the needs and aspirations of our community. MoreClosed 17 February 2025 -
Physical Activity Campaign
Imagine a healthier, more active Castle Point – and help us make it a reality! We want to build a vibrant community where everyone feels inspired and empowered to move, connect, and thrive. Your ideas can help shape the future of our borough, transforming spaces into places that encourage activity, relaxation, and togetherness. We are asking for your thoughts on how we can improve specific locations within Castle Point, including: Parks and Open Spaces: How can we make our... MoreClosed 9 February 2025 -
Tenant Satisfaction Survey
Castle Point Borough Council Housing Service are committed to providing homes that are affordable, safe and secure, which tenants can be proud to call home, as well as contributing to healthy and safe neighbourhoods and communities. We look to continuously improve the ways which we deliver services to our are residents to meet their diverse needs. The questions asked will be used to prepare an annual report to tenants of Tenant Satisfaction Measures detailing how we have performed over... MoreClosed 4 February 2025 -
Hadleigh Future Visioning Study
Castle Point Borough Council is keen to improve Hadleigh Town Centre in the short term as well as for the long term. Using funds secured from the Government, the Council has commissioned The Retail Group, a leading independent town and place consultancy, to undertake a study to provide a future vision and growth strategy for the town centre to maximise the appeal, offer and experience of it, for the benefit of residents, visitors and town centre businesses. MoreClosed 20 October 2024 -
Castle Point Plan Sustainability Appraisal and Strategic Environmental Assessment Scoping Report and Initial Assessment of Strategic Options
In preparing the Castle Point Plan the Council must ensure that the proposals it sets out will achieve relevant environmental, economic and social objectives. The Sustainability Appraisal and Strategic Environmental Assessment Scoping Report and Initial Assessment of Strategic Options identifies a framework to assess emerging plans, policies, proposals and reasonable alternatives in the emerging Castle Point Plan. It also provides an initial assessment of the reasonable alternatives... MoreClosed 16 September 2024 -
Castle Point Plan Equality Impact Assessment Scoping Report
The Castle Point Plan is for everybody who lives in, or will live in Castle Point over the next 20 years. It is therefore important that we ensure that it makes provision for everyone regardless of their characteristics. The Equality Act 2010 requires the Council to ensure that all its policies, including the Castle Point Plan: Eliminate discrimination, harrassment and victimisation; Advance equality of opportunity between persons who share relevant protected... MoreClosed 16 September 2024 -
Castle Point Plan Habitats Regulations Assessment Scoping Report
In preparing the Castle Point Plan the Council must ensure that the proposals it sets out will not cause harm to the integrity of Habitats Sites. Habitats Sites are those sites which are designated under the Habitats Regulations, and locally include the Benfleet and Southend Marshes Special Protection Area. The Habitats Regulations Assessment Scoping Report identifies the sites that may be impacted by proposal in the Castle Point Plan, their vulnerabilities and the likely sources... MoreClosed 16 September 2024 -
South Benfleet Conservation Area Character Appraisal and Management Plan and Design Code
The South Benfleet Conservation Area is a valued area of heritage in the borough. As such it is important to manage the area effectively. As a consequence of this a South Benfleet Conservation Area Character Appraisal and Management Plan has been prepared, which once complete, will supersede the existing Character Appraisal and Management Plan . This appraisal is designed to enhance the understanding of South Benfleet Conservation Area and its development, informing future design.... MoreClosed 16 September 2024 -
Call for Sites
Following an initial Call for Sites in early 2024, we are inviting the submission of further sites within the borough that may be suitable for the following uses: Housing and other residential uses – including specialist housing Commercial - including employment and retail Infrastructure – including community uses Green infrastructure - including biodiversity net gain and renewable energy This process is known as the... MoreClosed 16 September 2024 -
Castle Point Plan - Issues & Options Consultation
What is the Castle Point Plan? The Castle Point Plan will set out the policies and proposals for the how the borough will develop over the next 20 years. The plan will define what the needs of residents are including: The types of industrial and commercial spaces required. Infrastructure requirements such as roads, shops, and healthcare services. What green space and outdoor amenities should be protected and, where... MoreClosed 16 September 2024 -
Gambling Policy Consultation
Under Section 349 of the Gambling Act 2005 the licensing authority must review the Statement of Gambling Policy every 3 years. The aim of the Gambling Policy is to promote the licensing objectives contained within the act which are: Preventing gambling from being a source of crime and disorder, being associated with crime or disorder or being used to support crime Ensuring that gambling is conducted in a fair and open way Protecting children... MoreClosed 9 September 2024 -
Licensing Policy Consultation
Under Section 5 of the Licensing Act 2003 the licensing authority must review the Statement of Licensing Policy every 5 years. The purpose of the Licensing Policy is to promote the licensing objectives which are: The prevention of crime and disorder Public safety The prevention of public nuisance The protection of children from harm There are prescribed procedures that the Council must undertake before the... MoreClosed 9 September 2024 -
Validation Requirements - Stakeholder Engagement
Our Validation requirements list (Attached below) sets out the documents that are required when submitting a planning application, as well as what elements are required within those documents. For example what plans are needed for what types of applications, what is required on each plan etc. As part of reviewing our validation requirements we wanted to consult with interested stakeholders on the changes we are proposing. Below is a summary of the proposed additions to our validation... MoreClosed 28 May 2024 -
Castle Point Design Code - Community Consultation
Castle Point Borough Council is working to produce a borough wide Design Code. A Design Code is a set of simple, concise, illustrated design requirements that are visual and numerical wherever possible to provide specific, detailed parameters for the physical development of a site or area. The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) makes clear that all local planning authorities should prepare design guides or codes consistent with the principles set out in... MoreClosed 7 April 2024 -
Canvey Island Town Centre Market - Feasibility Study
Castle Point Borough Council is keen to improve Canvey Island's Town Centre Market. Using funds secured from the Government, the Council has commissioned The Retail Group, a leading independent markets consultancy, to undertake a study to provide a future growth strategy and action plan for the market. The objective is to make Canvey Island's Town Centre Market better for consumers, traders and town centre businesses. MoreClosed 22 March 2024 -
Fare Increase Consultation
An application for a tariff increase has been submitted to Castle Point Borough Council. The fare increase option we are asking you to vote on has been submitted by Castle Point Taxi Association. The Taxi Association after an initial consultation with their members has given us their preferred option for full consultation. If accepted the proposed fare tariff will be mandatory for Hackney Carriages only but is also used by some Castle Point Operators to calculate fares. If you... MoreClosed 16 February 2024 -
Essex Parking Guidance Consultation
The Essex Planning Officers Association are carrying out work to revise the parking standards guidance to inform new development across Essex. The EPOA began consultation between October and December last year. To build on a positive start to the consultation they would like to ensure they have a balanced set of views which include the development industry who are expected to be one of the main users of the guidance. Parking guidance is referred to in... MoreClosed 6 February 2024
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