Paragraph 5 Commencing local plan preparation
Where a local planning authority do not meet the criteria set out in paragraph 3, paragraphs 6 and 7 apply to the local planning authority if—
(a)
the authority submit a development plan document which establishes a draft housing requirement for the area for examination under Part 2 of the Act, as saved in accordance with Schedule 1 to the Commencement Regulations, on or before 31st December 2026, or such later date as the Secretary of State may direct under paragraph 4(5) of that Schedule, and
(b)
that development plan document is subsequently adopted or approved under Part 2 of the Act, as saved in accordance with Schedule 1 to the Commencement Regulations.