About Cotswold Planning Hub

A community information resource helping residents engage effectively with the planning system.

What We Do

We translate planning jargon into language everyone can understand.

We provide accurate details about proposed developments and planning processes.

We show you how to participate effectively in consultations.

We point you to official sources and relevant documents.

We're not a lobbying organisation

We don't campaign for or against specific developments.
We're not affiliated with any political party

We're non-political.
Our content isn't influenced by commercial interests

What you read here is written for residents, not advertisers.
We don't provide professional advice

For specific matters, consult a qualified planning professional.

We empower you with information. What you do with it is your decision.

Planning decisions shape our communities for generations. The system is complex, and many people feel unable to engage meaningfully.

We believe everyone should be able to understand what's being proposed for their area and how to have their say.

Cotswold Planning Hub is editorially independent. Our content is written for residents, not influenced by developers, councils, or political groups.

Learn how to respond effectively to the Local Plan consultation.