Have your say on plans for Weymouth's future until 2038
The Town Council's opened up a survey on the local Neighbourhood Plan
We're being asked to have our say on future development plans for Weymouth until 2038.
A survey's been set up by the Town Council asking for our views on:
- Allocating land for over 450 affordable homes
- Making new homes as environmentally friendly to reduce bills and carbon emissions
- Making sure there are jobs and training opportunities so people can stay local
- Protecting 48 local greenspaces proposed by residents for future generations
- Making our communities safer, more accessible, with nearby facilities
The Neighbourhood Plan is being described by Weymouth Town Council as ‘the most important consultation in a generation’.
If approved, it'll become part of Dorset’s Development Plan, with a six week consultation getting underway today (Friday 27th October).
It'll go live at midday, and continue until 5.00pm on Friday 8th December.
The plan will be available on the Weymouth Town Council website |newtab), with an online survey to provide feedback. |newtab)
After that, the plan will be updated and submitted to Dorset Council for a final round of consultation and independent examination and then a public referendum.
Councillor David Northam, Chair of the Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group, said:
“This is the most important consultation in a generation so whatever area of Weymouth you are from, it’s your opportunity to have your say about what’s important in your community. People have told us about the shortage of affordable housing, lack of job opportunities, the need to protect our environment and plan for our children’s futures, which is reflected in the plan. Let us know what we missed out, what you support in the plan and what you don’t.
“The plan and supporting documents will be available online and in libraries. Over the six- week consultation period there will also be drop-in sessions where residents can ask the Steering Group questions about the plan. More details will be announced by Weymouth Town Council.”