34. Project proposals should be developed by MOD with explicit regard and reference to the LPA's Local Development Framework (LDF) and its Development Plan Documents including Core Strategy, Proposals Map, Planning Policies and Supplementary Planning Documents.
35. Where project proposals do not comply with the LDF, the acquisition team should explain and justify its submission and provide evidence as to how Planning Permission is likely to be supported by the LPA. Such justification is essential in circumstances where proposed sites are not allocated for the proposed residential or related development purposes. Such a position would also mean that the LPA could not approve Planning Statements / Development Briefs.
36. There will be a presumption by MOD that project proposals should comply with the LDF or have demonstrated that deviation from the LDF is acceptable to the LPA by OBC stage. For further advice, acquisition teams should contact Defence Estates.