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Updated consultation details have been published for the proposed residential development on land north of Staker Lane. Comments on application DMOT/2026/0936 should be submitted by 10 August 2026.

South Derbyshire District Council is consulting on the environmental scope of a potential outline development of up to 400 homes on land north of Staker Lane, Derby.

East Midlands Freeport will hold its first public Board meeting on Thursday 24 July 2026, offering local people, businesses and stakeholders the chance to hear updates, learn more about its work and find out how to submit questions.

Members of the community are invited to attend upcoming public consultation sessions to learn more about the proposed development ahead of the submission of an outline planning application. The events will provide an opportunity to view the proposals, ask questions, and share feedback with the project team.

National Grid has launched its Stage 2 consultation on proposals for a new 400 kV electricity transmission line between Chesterfield and Willington, forming part of The Great Grid Upgrade. The consultation runs from 3 March to 28 April 2026, and residents are encouraged to review the updated plans and submit their feedback.

Burnaston Parish Council has submitted a formal response to South Derbyshire District Council on the EIA Scoping Opinion for the proposed residential-led development on land south of Mickleover. You can read the full Parish Council submission here

Summary of an online meeting between Burnaston Parish Council and land promoters, covering environmental assessment, emerging plans and next steps for public consultation.