Have your say about a potential new garden community in Hart

A survey to gain local residents’ views on a potential new Garden Community has been launched in Hart

The district council is looking to build it in the Winchfield and Murrell Green area, under the working title Shapley Heath.

The survey is live now and runs until 5 July.

Cllr Graham Cockarill, Cabinet Member for Place at Hart District Council, said:

“We’re pleased to launch an important consultation. The communities’ survey gives residents a voice and a chance to share their views and ideas on a range of topics.

“We will also launch a project website that helps residents learn more about the Shapley Heath project and stay connected to the latest news and information.

"At this stage, we are only exploring the possibility of creating a new community as part of the long-term housing strategy for Hart.

"However, we think the results from this survey, and future consultations will be invaluable, even if Shapley Heath doesn’t progress to its build stage.”

Hart District Council believe a new garden community could provide the area with:

• A long-term, sustainable housing solution of up to 5,000 homes (including affordable homes)

• Job opportunities

• Accessible green spaces

• Sustainable transport options

• Community infrastructure (such as schools and health centres)

Hart District Council joined the Government’s Garden Communities Programme in June 2019, receiving £150,000 in funding.