There is a requirement for the preparation of cogent evidence to objectively assess whether Scenario 3, or a higher level of growth provision is required to meet the needs for housing in the District, and the need for economic development in the District during the Plan period.

Points out a distinction between land suitable for economic development defined in paragraph 4 of PPS4 and the definition used within the consultation draft as being for B1, B2 and B8. The government expects local authorities to plan positively for new development and prepare local plans with sufficient flexibility to respond to rapid shifts in demand or other economic changes. Local authorities should identify and meet housing, business and other development needs of the area.