Neighbourhood Planning
Neighbourhood Planning
PLANNING
Benefits
Conclusion
INTRODUCTION
Neighborhoods:
A small unit which serves the local community
Neighborhood planning:
To organize neighborhood residents and seek their input throughout the
planning process
Gives communities direct power to develop, shape the development and
growth of their local area.
Enables ones to choose where they want new homes, shops and offices
What infrastructure should be provided
Grant planning permission for the new buildings
Provides a powerful set of tools for local people to ensure that they get the
right types of development for their community
What is neighbourhood planning?
Overpopulation in cities
Facilities
Sector
Size
Street System
Boundaries
Protective strips
Layout of building
Shopping centre
Community centres
ELEMENTS OF NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING:
Residential
Facilities
Commercial Recreational
Facilities Facilities
Health Road
Facilities Network
WHAT CAN A NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN CONTAIN?
In parished areas - town or parish council take the lead on developing the
neighbourhood plan, but in partnership with its community
The purpose of the neighbourhood forum is to further the social, economic and
environmental
The cost of the Plan will depend upon its size, scope and complexity
The Governments Supporting Communities fund will provide financial assistance for
professional support.
Developers and local authorities may provide financial assistance where they
have an interest in securing planning permission.
Depends on the starting point for the neighbourhood, but could take anything up
to two years or more
What does the Neighbourhood Plan look like?
Contain high level visions & objectives for the future of an area
Identify small projects for change or it might look more like a master planning
document with