Plan Preparation
The National Park Authority, working with partners serving on a Steering Group, have taken the following steps in preparing the final plan:
State of Park Report
This is the evidence base.
Public Opinion Survey
An extensive public opinion survey survey was undertaken to gather views and perceptions on the issues and challenges facing Exmoor.
- Survey report (PDF).
Public Consultation
Once evidence had been gathered a draft plan was developed This was the subject of a further period of public consultation.
The development of the plan has involved extensive public engagement and consultation.
Summary Engagement and Consultation report (PDF)
- Draft plan published for consultation (PDF)
- Consultation report (PDF)
- Consultation comments and responses (PDF)
Strategic Environmental Assessment and Habitats Regulation Assessment
- Sustainability Appraisal - Non Technical Summary (PDF), Full report (PDF), Adoption Statement (PDF)
- Habitats Regulations Assessment - screening assessment final report (PDF)
Climate Targets
The proposed targets for a net zero National Park and carbon sequestration are based on evidence from the Carbon Footprint analysis undertaken for Exmoor National Park including land use targets Exmoor's Carbon Footprint | Exmoor