Common use of Soundness Tests Clause in Contracts

Soundness Tests. ‌ 1.4.1 LDP must pass the ‘soundness’ test, i.e. the Council must ensure that the Plan has been prepared accurately and satisfies the three soundness tests that have been outlined in Development Plans Manual 3 (March 2020) as outlined below. 1. Is the plan suitable? (Is it clear that the LDP is consistent with other plans? 2. Is the plan appropriate? (Is the plan appropriate for the area in light of the evidence?) 3. Will this Plan Deliver? (Is the plan appropriate for the area in light of the evidence?) 1.4.2 The Inspector will undertake a Public Examination that will decide whether or not the LDP is sound. More information about the soundness tests can be found in Appendix 4 of this DA.

Soundness Tests. ‌ 1.4.1 LDP must pass the ‘soundness’ test, i.e. the Council must ensure that the Plan has been prepared accurately and satisfies the three soundness tests that have been outlined in Development Plans Manual 3 (March 2020) as outlined below. 1. Is the plan suitable? (Is it clear that the LDP is consistent with other plans? 2. Is the plan appropriate? (Is the plan appropriate for the area in light of the evidence?) 3. Will this Plan Deliver? (Is the plan appropriate for the area in light of the evidence?) 1.4.2 The Inspector will undertake a Public Examination that will decide whether or not the LDP is sound. More information about the soundness tests can be found in Appendix 4 of this DA.