On 10 March, Epsom & Ewell Borough Council’s Licensing and Planning Policy Committee agreed to adopt the Stoneleigh and Auriol Neighbourhood Plan. This follows the Referendum held on 12 February 2026 in which 93.4% of eligible residents voted in favour of the Plan. (Public Pack)Agenda Document for Licensing and Planning Policy Committee, 10/03/2026 19:30

The policies contained within the Neighbourhood Plan will be used to help determine planning applications in the neighbourhood area.

The Localism Act 2011 introduced a right for communities to draw up neighbourhood development plans. Stoneleigh and Auriol Neighbourhood Forum, with support and advice from Epsom and Ewell Borough Council, produced the Stoneleigh and Auriol Neighbourhood Plan. The Plan has been subject to community and stakeholder engagement and underwent independent examination during September and October 2025, after which the Examiner recommended that the Plan proceed to Referendum.

Councillor Hannah Dalton, Leader of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council and Stoneleigh Ward councillor said:

“Adopting this Neighbourhood Plan marks a significant moment for Stoneleigh and Auriol, reflecting the hard work and commitment of residents who care deeply about their community. We are pleased to see the community’s vision formally recognised and are proud that the Plan is now embedded within our planning framework, supporting a thriving and sustainable neighbourhood.”

Councillor Peter O’Donovan, Chair of the Licensing and Planning Policy Committee said:

“With the Committee’s decision to adopt the Stoneleigh and Auriol Neighbourhood Plan, it now becomes an important part of our planning framework. The Plan will help ensure that future development responds to local priorities and supports well designed, well connected and sustainable places. I want to thank the Neighbourhood Forum and everyone involved for their considerable effort in bringing the Plan to this stage.”

More information about the Stoneleigh and Auriol Neighbourhood Plan process can be found here: Stoneleigh and Auriol Neighbourhood Plan | Epsom and Ewell Borough Council