To present three documents that have been prepared in relation to planning for the climate emergency. The Interim Position and Guidance Statement has been prepared to clarify existing planning policy requirements and to provide guidance to decision-makers on the weight to be attributed to climate in relation to planning applications for new built development and renewable energy schemes. It also sets out what the council expects from planning applications. A sustainability checklist has been prepared to provide guidance on the information to be included with submitted sustainability statements and to encourage best practice.
A guidance document has also been prepared to give advice on works that may be able to be undertaken to improve the energy efficiency of listed buildings.
The report seeks the views of Overview committee and endorsement by Cabinet.

A refresh of the Climate and ecological strategy.