Welcome to the Almondsbury Parish Neighbourhood Plan website.
In 2023 Almondsbury Parish Council agreed to facilitate the setting up of an Almondsbury Parish Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group as the first step in a long process to create a Neighbourhood Plan for the Parish.
The aim is to create a Neighbourhood Plan very much driven by residents, working in partnership with the Parish Council, local businesses and community organisations, setting out the aspirations of residents for the onward development of the Parish within the framework of the South Gloucestershire Council’s (SGC) Local Plan. https://beta.southglos.gov.uk/new-local-plan/
Neighbourhood planning is a community-led process, meaning local residents and organisations are involved in creating the plan, rather than solely relying on the local planning authority.
Planning Policies
The plan will outline policies that guide development within the area, including where new homes, shops, and offices could be built, what green spaces should be protected, and the design requirements for new development.
Legal Weight
Once approved, a neighbourhood plan has legal weight and can influence planning decisions, so that developments can align with the community’s vision.
Examples of what a plan can cover:
- Where new homes should be built
- What green spaces should be protected
- Design requirements for new development.
Benefits
Neighbourhood planning empowers communities to have a say in the future of their area, leading to well-designed places and developments that genuinely meet local needs.