Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete the recent survey. The full results are up on the parish council website. https://fressingfield-pc.gov.uk/parish-council/ndp-review/
The Survey indicates in (very brief) outline, that local people do not want large scale developments and are concerned about the lack of infrastructure in the parish particularly potential sewage overflow. Although most respondents are looking to own their own homes, there is a need for rental accommodation. An overall trend for downsizing seems to be happening with our aging population producing a need for 2-3 bed houses rather than bigger homes.
But what happens now?
The purpose of the survey is to give the parish council as much data as possible to put forward any support/objections to future housing development plans that will inevitably be proposed in our parish. It is part of the review process of our Neighbourhood Development Plan (NDP).
But local wishes are only ONE piece of the jigsaw. The more data we can collate, the more 'informed' any responses will be and the more weight they will carry. A strong emotional objection is not enough to outweigh national policy.
We are currently collating data about infrastructure and amenities. The results of this work and the draft plan will be subject to a six-week public consultation period. Your responses to this consultation will give us even more hard data. The consultation period will be publicised in advance once the dates are known.
