Strategy
This page introduces a number of key documents that set out the strategies, plans and policies and strategies that guide the work of the Broads Authority and it partners in managing the Broads. Click on the links below for more details.
Broads Plan 
The Broads Plan is the key strategic management plan for the Broads. It sets out a vision, aims and objectives for the Broads, and coordinates a wide range of strategies, plans and policies relevant to the area with the purposes and duties set out in the Broads Acts. The current Broads Plan was adopted in 2011.
An electronic version of the plan, which provides monitoring updates and supporting information, is available at www.broads-plan.co.uk.
Local Development Framework
The Local Development Framework is gradually replacing the Broads Local Plan and linked supplementary planning guidance. It contains a set of Local Development Documents that together set out the spatial policies and proposals for development and land use in the Broads. These policies will be used in determining planning applications.
Corporate Planning: Business Plan, Budget and Annual Report
The Business Plan sets out how the Broads Authority proposes to allocate its resources and work programmes towards achieving its overall objectives. It provides a link between the Broads Plan and the day-to-day activities of staff and partner organisations.
The Authority is funded through National Park Grant provided by Defra and navigation income funded by toll payers. Details of annual income and expenditure are set out in the Budget report.
The Annual Report highlights some of the key achievements of the Authority and its partners over a 12-month period.
To view these documents visit the Publications pages.
Managing the Broads
Managing the Broads involves all areas of our work - conservation, land and water management, planning, recreation and visitor services. Click here and follow the links on the left hand side of the page for more information on the key strategic plans for biodiversity and wildlife, rivers and broads, tourism and recreation, and navigation.
Links to a wide range of strategies, plans and policies prepared by the Authority and its partners will be made available in the web-based version of the Broads Plan. The e-Plan pages will be launched in Autumn 2011.
Communications Strategy
The Communications Strategy sets a framework for raising awareness and promoting understanding of the Authority’s duties, achievements and executive area with a wide range of audiences, from international partners to local communities and interest groups.
Tourism Strategy
The Strategy and Action Plan for Sustainable Tourism in the Broads sets out the joint objectives of the Broads Authority and Broads Tourism (the association of Broads tourism businesses), following extensive consultation with nature conservation interests and a wide range of other stake-holders.
