The Plan

The Congleton Plan

The Neighbourhood Plan is a relatively new type of planning document and is part of the government’s approach to planning in that it aims to give local people more of a say about what goes on in their Town.

The Plan that is is eventually produced has to comply with some important laws as set out in the Localism Act. One of these is that the Neighbourhood Plan must be in line with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and local policy, which in our case is Cheshire East Council Local Plan.

Although the Plan has to deal with key issues such as deciding where new housing and employment should be located, it will also look at a wide range of other issues such as:

– Protecting green space

– Determining how the town centre is best supported

– How important sites such as the Fairground site should be developed

– Improving cycling and walking provision

– Whether new community facilities are required and where they should be located

The key areas affecting Congleton

Protecting the town’s heritage and appearance whilst at the same time modernising its infrastructure

Confirming areas of the town which should remain as green open spaces

Improving the sustainability and vitality of the town’s retail centre

Attracting public and private sector investment

Retaining existing employers and attracting new employers to help create more local jobs

Increase housing in line with the Cheshire East Council Local Plan

Ensuring the area is easy and safe to move around for all modes of transport including walking and cycling

Creating a greener town

For formal updates on Congleton Neighbourhood see Neighbourhood Plans on the Cheshire East Website :