WELCOME

These pages have been created to explain, in plain English, what a Neighbourhood Development Plan (NDP) is, what it can and can’t do, and how you can help shape Hullavington’s future.

An NDP gives local people a greater say in how our village develops. It can help set out the community’s priorities for future development, including where new homes might be built, what those homes should look like, how green spaces and important local features can be protected, and how new development can fit positively into the character of Hullavington.

It is important to understand that an NDP does not give the village complete control over planning decisions, nor can it prevent all future development. However, once adopted, it becomes part of the formal planning framework and can give the community a stronger voice when planning applications are considered.

Most importantly, an NDP should reflect the views and aspirations of the people who live and work in Hullavington. This is your opportunity to share what you value about the village, what you would like to see improved, and what you think should be protected for future generations.

Thank you for taking the time to read this page and, most importantly, for getting involved and helping shape the future of our village

HOW TO USE THIS PAGE

Neighbourhood Plans can be a complex process, so we’ve made this page as simple and easy to navigate as possible.

We’ve divided the information into clear, relevant topics so you can quickly find what you’re interested in. Simply click on any of the pictures or buttons below and you’ll be taken straight to the information you want to explore.

We’d particularly encourage you to take a look at Mythbusters, where we tackle some of the common misconceptions about Neighbourhood Plans and explain the reality behind them.

Have a browse, choose the topics that interest you and click through to find out more.

And, of course, if you have any questions along the way, please don’t hesitate to get in touch

— we’ll be very happy to help.

Myth Busters

More Questions Answered

Thank you to everyone who came took the time to fill out the survey, your voice matters and together we can make Hullavington and even better place to live.

Below is a narrated slide show from the last meeting to give you all the information you need.