What can we do ? We need to take a look round the area and consider the following: The purpose of green belt land According to the Government’s National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), the green belt serves five purposes: • to check the unrestricted sprawl of large built-up areas; • to prevent neighbouring towns merging into one another; • to assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment; • to preserve the setting and special character of historic towns; and • to assist in urban regeneration, by encouraging the recycling of derelict and other urban land. - We propose to provide a tailored, targeted letter of objection to the development plans, so a as group we are singing from the same hymn sheet and providing concrete, unavoidable facts to the council. - We are looking for volunteers for the following: gather facts, local historians, help hand out leaflets, spread the word, make calls etc.... - What would the devastating impact be on the village if the plans went ahead? "Together as a community we will make a difference. Let your voice be heard.." - We need the list below to be covered:
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