The Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council has commenced a public consultation on the new draft Local Plan, which includes a significant proposal for the development of Earl Shilton Sustainable Urban Extension (SUE) Number 2. This new project aims to add 2,000 homes east of the A47 Clickers Way.
Following its approval at the Full Council meeting on 16th July, the Local Plan Regulation 18 document has been made available for public consultation today. The consultation period will extend for over eight weeks, concluding on Friday, 27th September.
Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to review the document and share their views. Detailed information, including the Local Plan process, consultation details, how to respond, frequently asked questions, and information on in-person consultation events, can be found on the council’s dedicated webpage: Hinckley and Bosworth Local Plan Consultation.
The webpage is structured as follows:
- Section 1: An outline of the Local Plan process.
- Page 2: Details of the consultation, response methods, and all relevant consultation documents.
- Page 3: Frequently asked questions and details of in-person consultation events.
- Page 4: An employment land call for sites.
Council Leader, Cllr Stuart Bray, emphasized the importance of community participation: “This consultation is a crucial opportunity for residents to have their say on the future development of our area. We want to ensure that the Local Plan reflects the needs and aspirations of our community.”
Residents with queries or requiring further information are encouraged to use the Planning Policy online contact form available here or to email the planning team at planningpolicy@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk.
The council urges all residents and interested parties to participate in the consultation process, ensuring their views and concerns are heard and considered in the development of the Local Plan.
