Buckinghamshire Council has announced a consultation seeking opinions on the draft vision and objectives that will guide future development and transport in Buckinghamshire.
The Council has expressed the aim of the consultation is to reflect the needs and ambitions of the community in its plans.
What is included in the consultation?
The consultation is comprised of two surveys and commenters have the option to respond to one or both of them. The surveys request feedback on the vision and objectives for:
Buckinghamshire Local Plan
The new Local Plan will shape and manage future development across Buckinghamshire and communicate where development can take place and protect places where development should be carefully controlled. The Plan will set out what new development must do, for instance:
- Allocating land for new jobs
- Building the right number and size of homes
- Creating good places to live – including shops and public open spaces
- Contributing to the infrastructure people need – such as roads, schools and health facilities
- Protecting the environment by supporting wildlife, beautiful landscapes, historic places and managing flood risk
Local Transport Plan 5 (LTP 5)
This Plan will set out the ambitions, policies and plans for delivering improvements for all transport types across the country until 2040.
When will the consultation close?
Feedback should be submitted before the consultation closes at 11.59 pm on Sunday 4th June 2023.
More information can be found on the consultation overview page.
If you have any queries about the consultation, get in contact with our team on 01865 731700 or email us via enquiries@edgarslimited.co.uk.