NPF4 (National Planning Framework 4)
National Planning Framework 4 was approved by Scottish Parliament in 2023 and sets out national policy and supports the delivery of new 20 minute neighbourhoods with walkability, local living and sustainable transport options at its heart.
NPF4 also set out housing targets for local authorities including Edinburgh.
Hatton Village can meet aspirations for new sustainable communities with the proposal providing the opportunity for an exemplar of a new 20 minute community integrating express public transport, active travel, high quality greenspace, local facilities including homeworking hub, education/community uses, local retail, recreation and a range of contemporary homes for rent and sale at varying density.
City of Edinburgh Council
‘City Plan 2040’
The approved Edinburgh Local Development Plan (“City Plan 2030”) was adopted in November 2024 which allocated 94 new housing sites to bring forward additional housing land to meet national targets. The plan was approved by Scottish Government reporters on the basis an early review was undertaken as there was some concern that allocated housing sites would not deliver the city’s housing requirements due to deliverability issues.
A replacement Local Development Plan (“City Plan 2040”) is now being prepared with the Council having prepared a baseline Evidence Report and consulting on new potential sites and ideas during 2026. It is expected a Proposed Plan will be published in 2027 with approval likely to be in 2029 following an examination process.
Inverdunning (Hatton Mains) Ltd prepared comprehensive representations to the City Plan 2030 consultation process and are continuing to support the site for allocation in the emerging City Plan 2040.