Call for Ideas and Sites - 2026

The Call for Ideas for the next North Lanarkshire Local Development Plan (2028 to 2038) closed on 30 October 2026 and no further submissions are being accepted.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to share ideas, suggestions and proposals for the future development, improvement and protection of places across North Lanarkshire.

The Call for Ideas provided an opportunity for residents, community groups, businesses, developers, landowners, public bodies and other stakeholders to help inform the preparation of the next Local Development Plan.

We are now reviewing all submissions received and considering them alongside available evidence, planning policy requirements and feedback from key agencies and stakeholders.

What happens next?

• All ideas submitted through the Call for Ideas process will be reviewed and assessed.
• Ideas will be considered alongside other evidence gathered to support preparation of the Local Development Plan.
• Where appropriate, submissions may be shared with key agencies and consultees to help inform our assessment.
• The outcome of the assessment process will help shape the emerging vision, priorities and proposals for the next Local Development Plan.

The Community Priorities Survey has now closed.

Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their views on the future priorities for their community.

The responses received are being analysed by partners across North Lanarkshire and will help inform Community Board priorities reflecting local needs and ambitions. 

To receive updates on progress with the next Local Development Plan, including future consultation opportunities and key milestones, as well as other aspects of our planning service, please sign up for email alerts.

There are lots of ways to get involved locally and help shape your area beyond the Local Development Plan process. The council supports communities through funding and grants, community councils, consultations, asset transfer opportunities and local engagement activity.

Find out more about what's happening in your area and how you can take part on our Working with Communities pages.