Design Code Consultation

We are seeking views on the draft North Tyneside Design Code Supplementary Planning Document (SPD). The Design Code is intended to sit alongside and add detail to both the current adopted Local Plan and the future Local Plan. Once adopted, it will replace the existing Design Quality SPD.

This borough-wide Design Code includes guidance and requirements for seven different development types. Its purpose is to ensure new development:

  • achieves a high standard of design,
  • reflects local character, and
  • supports well‑integrated, sustainable communities for current and future residents.

The full Design Code is available on the Design Code website, where you can filter content to view the Codes relevant to your type of development. A PDF version is also available.

Who we are consulting

We welcome comments from residents, businesses, community groups and other stakeholders on the draft Design Code SPD.

How to take part in the consultation

The consultation will close on Wednesday 22 April 2026.

You can respond by:

What happens next

All consultation feedback will be considered in preparing the final version of the Supplementary Planning Document. Adoption of the Design Code SPD is expected in June 2026.


We are seeking views on the draft North Tyneside Design Code Supplementary Planning Document (SPD). The Design Code is intended to sit alongside and add detail to both the current adopted Local Plan and the future Local Plan. Once adopted, it will replace the existing Design Quality SPD.

This borough-wide Design Code includes guidance and requirements for seven different development types. Its purpose is to ensure new development:

  • achieves a high standard of design,
  • reflects local character, and
  • supports well‑integrated, sustainable communities for current and future residents.

The full Design Code is available on the Design Code website, where you can filter content to view the Codes relevant to your type of development. A PDF version is also available.

Who we are consulting

We welcome comments from residents, businesses, community groups and other stakeholders on the draft Design Code SPD.

How to take part in the consultation

The consultation will close on Wednesday 22 April 2026.

You can respond by:

What happens next

All consultation feedback will be considered in preparing the final version of the Supplementary Planning Document. Adoption of the Design Code SPD is expected in June 2026.