# The Sustainable Communities Regulations 2012, Regulation 3: Local authorities: mandatory steps before making proposals


Before making a proposal, a local authority must—
(a) consult and try to reach agreement about the proposal with persons who in the opinion of the authority are representatives of interested local persons; and
(b) have regard to guidance issued by the Secretary of State.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2012/1523/regulation/3 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/sustainable-communities-regulations-2012/regulation-3
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