New consultation launched on 12,500 city homes plan

Derby City Council has launched a new public consultation on its proposed Local Plan for the city, which could see 12,500 new homes built.

The consultation will allow the council to get public feedback on the proposals and make changes ahead of a second consultation in the summer.

According to the council, the current local plan runs until 2028, updated housing targets and evolving local needs mean a new forward-looking plan is necessary.

The new plan, which runs until 2043, would see 12,500 new homes built.

The city centre will be at the heart of this, with at least 5,500 homes earmarked for the area.

Suburban developments are also proposed for Littleover, Chaddesden, Spondon and Mickleover.

Recognising the city’s physical limits, this additional demand will be met through strategic partnerships and established agreements with South Derbyshire and Amber Valley District Councils.

To balance the growth in housing, the new plan introduces refined ‘Green Gaps’, a new take on green wedge boundaries designed to protect the distinct identity of local communities and enhance biodiversity.

Beyond housing, the plan earmarks 130 hectares of land for employment use, centred on sites like Infinity Park Derby.

This is complemented by a retail-led regeneration strategy designed to drive investment back into the city centre, creating a more resilient and attractive destination for residents and visitors.

Councillor Shiraz Khan, the city council’s cabinet member for housing, strategic planning and regulatory services, said: “The Local Plan is a vital planning policy document that sets out our city’s proposals for housing and employment growth up to 2043.

“This refreshed local plan will ensure that Derby remains a vibrant, attractive place to live and work.”

The consultation runs until Monday 9 March. To have your say click here.