Wiltshire residents can have their say as local plan consultation begins
We can help shape the future of the county
Wiltshire Council’s consultation with the public on the Local Plan has begun, meaning we can have our say on important issues in the county.
In order to reach as many people as possible, the Council are hosting 16 drop-in sessions at venues across Wiltshire, as well as a webinar online, on 10th October.
The first in-person drop-in event is at Amesbury Library on Monday 2nd October at 3pm. Salisbury’s is at Salisbury Library on Tuesday 17th October.
The events are open to all, with no need to book. And if we are unable to make it to our most local in-person event, we can attend any of the others to discuss the Plan.
Cllr Nick Botterill, Cabinet Member for Strategic Planning says the Plan sets out the vision and framework for important issues such as housing, infrastructure and land employment growth in the next 15 years.
“As we approach the end of the Local Plan process, it’s very important that we get residents impressions, feedback and comments and so we’re holding 16 in-person events and an online event over the coming weeks.
“These informal in person drop-in events are a chance to discuss the Plan with our planning officers and ask questions, and also find out how to comment on the Plan.
“This Local Plan proposes to only build the homes we need during the Plan period up until 2038, with 36,740 homes to be built in Wiltshire, of which over 21,900 homes have already been built or are committed.
“It also sets out ambitious sustainability policies, as new developments will have to meet zero carbon standards, improve biodiversity and also have cycling and walking connections.”
Below is a list of the dates and venues we can attend.