Developing a memorandum of understanding

This guidance covers:

• the purpose and benefits of a memorandum of understanding
• the different types of a memorandum of understanding and how to prepare them, including the typical steps to take
• how to discuss a memorandum of understanding
• the guiding principles for information sharing and relationship building
• the range of clauses to consider when drafting a memorandum of understanding

It also sets out a template that can be used when drafting a memorandum of understanding.

We are currently reviewing and updating our guidance and toolkits. This toolkit is provided for reference but has not yet been updated to reflect recent changes to planning policy. It remains useful as background information, but regularly check the Neighbourhood planning - GOV.UK page for updates to neighbourhood planning policy and guidance.