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Briefing for community champions WELCOME TO THE

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Briefing agenda • Welcome and introductions • What is a neighbourhood plan? • What is the plan area? • What has been done so far? • What is the focus of the plan? • What happens next? • How can you help? • Q&A • Briefing with community champions #SudTwnNP #SudTwnNP

So what is a neighbourhood plan? • Localism in action • A plan for change and development driven by the community • Will be used to shape and determine planning applications • Gives the community greater control over the future of the area • What development where? What should it look like? • What housing? How much? • What shops and services are needed? • Examination and referendum – the community decides! #SudTwnNP #SudTwnNP

What have we done so far? • Frontrunner funding awarded • A ‘placecheck’ • Draft issues and options • Forum designated • Area approved for plan-making • Now to get planning... #SudTwnNP

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“Sudbury Town station is surely transport design’s equivalent of St Paul’s, Covent Garden” #SudTwnNP

“A passionate community ” #SudTwnNP

What is the focus of the plan? Vision and aims... “A greener, cleaner, safer Sudbury Town, with a high street we can all be proud of at the heart of the community” • A more attractive place: improving the public realm • A place that is easier to get around, to and from • A vibrant place with a mix of shops and services, and good quality green space • A place where development reflects the local character and needs of the community These lead to projects and polices.... #SudTwnNP

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What happens next? • Consult on issues and opportunities • Liaise with landowners and businesses • Identify development opportunities • Draft policies • Consultation • Submit plan for examination • Referendum • Bring the plan into force! #SudTwnNP

How can you help make a difference? • Marketing and PR • Social Media • Stakeholder Engagement • Exhibitions and Events • Policy Writing • Technical Advice • Secretariat #SudTwnNP

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