West Northamptonshire Development Corporation

WNDC a specialist regeneration body, helping to transform Northampton, Daventry and Towcester town centres. As an Urban Development Corporation, WNDC has benefited from a wide range of specialist powers, including: Development - WNDC has a portfolio of development-focused powers, including the ability to acquire, manage and sell land and property, together with powers to develop, invest and provide business support. Investment - WNDC has invested around £100million in the regeneration of Northampton, Daventry and Towcester, with major schemes underway in all three town centres. Planning – WNDC previously had the responsibility to determine strategic planning applications in its area of operation. During its time as a planning authority, it approved over 6,000 new homes and nearly 2 million sq m of commercial development, creating thousands of new jobs. In April 2012, these planning powers were transferred to the local authorities.