The Future Of Shurdington Community
Your community group creating a Neighbourhood Development Plan - guiding the future of development and community growth in Shurdington
Learn About Neighbourhood PlansWelcome
We're a volunteer group dedicated to creating a future vision for Shurdington community. Our role is to create a set of policies that will influence and guide all future planning and development in Shurdington. We are engaging with residents, developers, and many stakeholders to shape the future of our local area. We would love you to be involved too, please contact us if you have opinions or ideas about the future of your community.
Our Principles
Development of Planning Policies
Creating legally binding policies that will infleunce the future development of local services, residential and commercial developments and other issues that our community needs.
Understanding the Community we live in today
Thorough review of all available information anbd engagement with our community we can understand what is of value to us all, and how we can protect and enhance those things.
Having a Vision for the Community We Want to Live In
Promoting and guiding environmentally responsible community development that balances growth with the enhancement of the community features that we value most.
Local NDP Process
Understanding how NDP's Work
How the NDP Process Works
The NDP process is designed to be transparent, efficient, and inclusive. We engage our community throughout each stage. We welcome your ideas and input.
Setting up the NDP Group.
You are welcome to join the NDP Steering Group. Please contact us .
Defining our Community Area.
What is considered as being in Shurdington, and why.
Public Consultation
Community engagement period allowing residents and stakeholders to review and comment on initil proposals.
Assessment
Technical review by planning experts, ensuring policy compliance and ensuring community feedback.
Decision
NDP submission and decision.
Implementation
Ensuring that the policies the community have chosen and defined are being implemented by developers and other community and government organisations.
Key Considerations
Community Impact
Assessing how developments affect local infrastructure, services, and quality of life for existing residents.
Environmental Factors
Evaluating environmental impact, sustainability measures, and compliance with conservation requirements.
Infrastructure
Ensuring adequate transport links, utilities, and public services to support any new development.
Planning Policies
Guidelines and frameworks that shape our local development
Current Policies
Our planning policies provide the framework for decision-making, ensuring consistent and fair assessment of all development proposals.
Housing Development Policy
Guidelines for residential development including affordable housing requirements, density standards, and design principles to create sustainable communities.
Last Updated: January 2025Environmental Protection Policy
Requirements for environmental impact assessments, biodiversity protection, and sustainable development practices in all planning applications.
Last Updated: December 2024Transport and Infrastructure Policy
Standards for transport assessments, parking provision, public transport accessibility, and infrastructure contribution requirements.
Last Updated: November 2024Design and Heritage Policy
Design standards for new development, heritage conservation requirements, and guidelines for maintaining local character.
Last Updated: October 2024Commercial Development Policy
Framework for retail, office, and industrial development including location requirements, impact assessments, and employment considerations.
Last Updated: September 2024Community Facilities Policy
Requirements for community infrastructure including schools, healthcare, recreation facilities, and developer contributions.
Last Updated: August 2024Policy Documents
Local Plan 2025-2040
Comprehensive planning strategy outlining development priorities and land use allocations for the next 15 years.
Supplementary Planning Documents
Detailed guidance on specific topics including design codes, affordable housing, and developer contributions.
Evidence Base
Research and analysis supporting our policies including housing needs assessments and infrastructure studies.
Contact Us
Get in touch with our planning team for guidance and support
Get In Touch
Meet With Us
the Steering Group are all Shurdington Residents.
Feel Free to Contact Us in person.
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We Are A Volunteer Group
Next Meeting
Friday: 25th December 2025
Sobey Suite
Shurdington
NDP Group Chair
John Milroy
NDP Clerk and Admin Support
Arlene
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