Approved Formal Board Minutes - 13 March 2026

This document contains the minutes from the Cairngorms National Park Authority's Formal Board meeting on 13 March 2026, where the main discussion focused on the Local Development Plan (LDP) Evidence Report. The Board approved the report for submission to Scottish Ministers for a 'gatecheck' review. Discussions covered various aspects, including housing needs, with the LDP requiring 889 new homes over 10 years, along with cultural heritage and effective community engagement methods. Board members also addressed topics like second homes, drought, land use, and transport strategies, ensuring the LDP aligns with national policy and reflects local input. Staff were highly praised for their extensive work on the report.