The draft Planning Policy Statement (PPS)—Eco-towns—consultation published in November 2008 sets out that eco-towns are one of a range of options regions should consider when determining the overall level and distribution of housing in future RSS reviews. The draft PPS adds that where an eco-town location has already been identified in the eco-towns programme or in a development plan document or where a planning applications for an eco-town has been approved, regions should consider the location or the longer-term growth options for the eco-town.
The consultation period for the draft PPS concluded on 30 April and Government are currently considering the responses to the consultation.