Planning: Community Wealth Building Strategy and Energy Charter

Our Community Wealth Building Strategy and Energy Charter set out the council’s expectations for large‑scale energy developments to deliver lasting benefits for local communities.

The strategy focuses on keeping more wealth in the local area by supporting jobs, businesses and supply chains linked to major energy, transmission and infrastructure projects.

The charter sets out what the council expects from developers and how projects should contribute positively to communities.

Together, they guide pre‑application advice and planning submissions, and help communities understand how local benefits are secured.