We are preparing a new joint Strategic Plan which will review and
replace strategic policies in our existing Joint Core Strategy
(2011-2029). In terms of the housing requirement we are rebasing the
figures to 2019 and extending the plan period to 2041. We are using
the standard methodology for calculating Local Housing Needs as a
starting point. As at 31.3.19 there is a delivery shortfall of circa
3000 dwellings against the trajectory in our adopted Plan. My query is
whether this shortfall needs to be added to the requirement in the new
Plan? My understanding is that when the standard methodology LHN is
being used for calculating 5 year housing land supply then there is no
need to take account of previous shortfalls. This is because the
methodology already adjusts for this through the affordability ratio.
Does the same principle apply for plan making?
