Have your say on Handbridge neighbourhood planning policies

Neighbourhood planning policies for Handbridge are being developed and could cover green spaces, heritage, design standards, business, housing, community facilities, transport and parking.

People who live, work and volunteer in the area are being encouraged to get involved ahead of a public referendum on the proposals.

Dr Conor O’Gorman, chair of the Handbridge Neighbourhood Forum, said: "We want to use neighbourhood planning policies to ensure that any new developments enhance the social, economic and environmental well-being of Handbridge. We are looking at how an extra layer of local planning rules could support sustainable development proposals giving long term benefits to local residents and businesses in Handbridge".

A final decision on the Handbridge Neighbourhood Plan will be made in a referendum that will be open to all Handbridge residents on the Electoral Register.

Membership of the Handbridge Neighbourhood Forum  is open to individuals aged 16 or over who live, work, study or volunteer in the designated area.

The Handbridge Neighbourhood Forum currently has working groups looking at Heritage; Standards & Design; and Green Spaces & Conservation.

The Forum is also seeking Chairs to take forward working groups for Commerce & Business; Housing & Community Facilities; and Transport & Parking.

To get involved email:

handbridgeforum@gmail.com 

To find out more visit:

www.handbridgeneighbourhoodplan.co.uk