There is still time to help shape the future of the Scottish Borders by taking part in the next Scottish Borders Local Development Plan.
Earlier this year, we launched our Local Development Plan, inviting residents, communities, businesses and anyone who lives, works or spends time in the Borders to share their views on their local places by taking part in our online survey.
The survey ‘Tell Us About Your Local Place: Local Development Plan 3 Early Engagement Survey’ asks people what works well, what could be improved, and what they think should be considered for the future.
You can take part in the survey through the Council’s online survey and consultation portal, Citizen Space. The survey is open until 30 September 2026.
Members of the public were also able to share their views at a number of in-person public engagement sessions that took place across the Borders.
The Local Development Plan is the council’s long-term plan for the area. It sets out where development should and should not take place and helps guide future planning decisions.