NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN SUBMISSION PLAN REGULATION 16 CONSULTATION - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

SHENLEY NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN

SUBMISSION PLAN REGULATION 16 CONSULTATION

WELCOME

Recap of what the Plan is for What has been happening since the last update? What is in the Plan now? How to get involved in the current consultation

MEET THE TEAM

Local residents (volunteers) 4 Parish Councillors An outside consultant AECOM to help guide us through the process

SHENLEY PLAN AREA

Shenley Football training ground Kitwells (Green Street) Harperbury Ridge Scout Camp M25 Cowley Hill (to B/wood) Cricket Ground London Colney Borehamwood Potters Lane Hertswood A1 Mops & Brooms RSPCA Rabley Park Radlett

OUR VISION

Our vision is that in 2036 Shenley will have maintained and improved its distinctive attractive character and heritage as a beautiful rural

• village. A setting that has evolved over ten

centuries, surrounded by highly valued open countryside most of which is still actively farmed with an active and diverse community served well by its amenities and facilities including an improved walking, cycling and public transport provision.

WHY IS A PLAN IMPORTANT?

Creates a specific planning policy for all future development in Shenley which must be adopted by Hertsmere Borough Council when determining applications in the Parish. Creates design codes which set appropriate standards for all future development in Shenley. Valid for the next 15 years.

WHY IS A PLAN IMPORTANT?

Without a neighbourhood plan an area is just judged on the general local authority planning guidelines, most of which are quite vague as they need to apply to a wide variety of planning environments.

KEY AIMS AND FUNCTIONS

Create a legal document to preserve and improve the distinctive village character and setting of Shenley Parish Protect Green Belt, Open Spaces & Rights of Way Provide enhanced leisure, recreation and community facilities Support appropriate development to meet Shenley Parish’s housing needs Provide detailed guidelines to which developers must adhere, meeting all the objectives above.

HOW THE PLAN WAS MADE

General Questionnaire

• October 2016
• 220 responses

Launch Meeting

• 120 people attended

4 Working Parties formed

• Over 60 people involved in meetings

Shenley Fete Stand

• 3 Surveys and a roving survey

Housing & Development Questionnaire

• September 2017
• Over 557 responses – 33.75% response.

HOW THE PLAN WAS MADE

Draft Plan prepared

• With Consultant Angela Koch of ImaginePlaces

Regulation 14 Consultation

• June to September 2018

Mock Exam

• February 2019

Plan revised based on feedback

• February to October 2019

Regulation 16 (Final) Consultation

• Tue 29th October to Tue 10th December 2019

REGULATION 14 CONSULTATION

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Support for the Plan

5 star 4 star 3 star 2 star 1 star Don't know

POLICY SH1: RURAL CHARACTER

SH1: RURAL CHARACTER

Some developments in Shenley have not been in-keeping with the rural nature of the existing village This policy aims to ensure that any future development is consistent with the character of the area Encourages designs to enhance the area while maintaining the local landscape Requires proposals to follow the Shenley Design Principles & Code which are also defined in the Plan Helps developers meet requirements by being specific while offering a wide range of approaches

DESIGN PRINCIPLES & CODE

Layouts must follow local rural patterns Proposals to include comprehensive design documents for scrutiny Material choices to be signed off by a conservation or case officer Plot sizes must reflect the area and landscape and provide social spaces Proposals should include a range of building sizes

DESIGN PRINCIPLES & CODE

Buildings shall be designed to be flexible and adaptable to support changing needs Architecture will show restraint and reference Shenley’s existing buildings Creative use of roof space to maximise room while maintain rural forms is expected Buildings must consider Climate Change and Environmental Protection

DESIGN PRINCIPLES & CODE

Maintain rural edges and gaps between buildings and open countryside Include gaps that provide space for green areas Avoid urban boundaries such as tall walls and fences Proposals must maintain woodlands and existing hedge systems

POLICY SH2: SHENLEY VILLAGE SPECIAL POLICY AREA (SSPA)

SH2: SPECIAL POLICY AREA (SSPA)

This policy defines an area around the old village where additional rules apply to any proposed development It includes the existing conservation zones, Shenley Park, and an area west of London Road which may be included in the Hertmere Local Plan Some development within the Special Policy Area could be supported if important requirements are met to ensure it fulfils the Plan’s needs The policy aims to apply some Green Belt rules to areas that Hertsmere may remove from the Green Belt and to any brownfield sites that may become available Encourages the use of community-led planning schemes such as a Neighbourhood Development Order or a Community Right or Build Order

SH2: SPECIAL POLICY AREA MAP

POLICY SH3: LOCAL GREEN SPACE

SH3: LOCAL GREEN SPACE

The Spinney Woodland and connected hedge system is designated as Local Green Space where inappropriate development will not be approved

POLICY SH4: HOUSING MIX & CHOICES

SH4: HOUSING MIX & CHOICES

• Supports development of:
• One- to three-bedroom homes; and
• Financially more affordable; or
• Homes for people with local connections; and
• Self-build and custom build homes; or
• Homes for 55+, elderly living alone, young

families - in walking distance of amenities; and

• Homes for wheelchair users

POLICY SH5: CONNECTING SHENLEY VILLAGE

SH5: CONNECTING SHENLEY VILLAGE

Support improved walking, cycling, public transport accessibility Support development / improvement of community facilities (shops, employment, green space, village square, pond, play facilities) Reinstate and contribute to maintenance of water features (eg. ponds) – as fully accessible public amenities wherever possible.

SH5: CONNECTING SHENLEY VILLAGE

Delivery of improved walking, cycling, public transport and strengthening Key Locations should be priority for Community Infrastructure Levy. Development proposals will be supported that make provision to connect the Internet, with realistic future-proof upgrades available.

POLICY SH6: COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITIES

SH6: COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE

What do we mean by community infrastructure?

• Health & GP services
• Public Transport
• Primary & Secondary Schools
• Sheltered/55+ Housing
• Parish Council and Community Meeting

Spaces

• Sports and Play facilities

SH6: COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE

Development proposals which retain or improve existing local community infrastructure facilities or provide new facilities to meet the needs of the local population shall be supported

POLICY SH7: LOCAL KNOWLEDGE FOR GOOD DESIGN

SH7: LOCAL KNOWLEDGE FOR GOOD DESIGN

Provide meaningful engagement Incorporate local views and knowledge Expose and address issues early Result in Good Design

SH7: LOCAL KNOWLEDGE FOR GOOD DESIGN

Publish a design and development brief which demonstrates how they have had regard to the Shenley Plan Policies and Design Principles and Code Demonstrate meaningful engagement with the local community such as collaborative, independently facilitated design workshops Show how proposals have addressed the views, ideas and any issues or concerns raised by local people and the Parish Council

POLICY SH8: BUILDING FOR LIFE 12

SH8: BUILDING FOR LIFE 12

A government-endorsed industry standard to promote the creation of well-designed homes and spaces. There are 12 questions / aspects e.g.:

• Character and context
• Transport and facilities
• Parking and street design

SH8: BUILDING FOR LIFE 12 We encourage and guide landowners and developers to use the Built for Life 12 standards To work positively with the Parish Council and the local community in the pre-application phase to ensure well designed places

TO SUM UP

We encourage all residents to give feedback during the Reg. 16 Consultation Give feedback online or on Reg 16 Comments sheet Your support will secure the Plan’s success We need a Plan in place as soon as possible

THANK YOU!

The full Plan and this presentation are available on the Shenley Village Website – shenleyvillage.org/plan If you do not have a computer, please phone Amanda LeBoff

• n 01923 855 865 who will be able to send you a copy

Please leave your email address so we can keep you updated Talk to your neighbours – Encourage them to feedback to Hertsmere Borough Council on the Reg. 16 Plan

Q & A

PLEASE FEEL FREE TO ASK US QUESTIONS!