Planning Policy Guidance(PPG)

Planning Policy Guidance (PPG) is a set of principles, policies and objectives issued by the UK government to local authorities, planners, and other professionals involved in the planning and development of housing. It provides guidance on how local planning policies should be applied to the development and use of land in England and Wales. PPG is used to set the general direction for local planning, and to help ensure that local planning decisions are made in accordance with the national planning policy framework. The purpose of PPG is to ensure that the planning process is consistent and that local planning decisions are in line with the government’s overall objectives for housing. It also helps to ensure that local authorities are aware of the implications of their decisions, and that there is a clear framework for local decision-making. PPG covers a wide range of housing-related issues, including design, development, and sustainability. It also sets out the government’s expectations for local planning authorities in terms of the delivery