New village | Local Dialogue

Private Family Estate

Residential

Local Dialogue was appointed to implement the consultation for 47 new homes and community facilities in Cheshire, on a private family estate.

Challenges

The proposed site is situated on greenfield land
The existing community’s concerns about how the proposals would impact them

Response

We implemented an ‘Enquiry-by-Design’ programme that was ultimately fed into the planning application. A series of workshops were held with the community asking for feedback on elements such as design and the facilities on site and through a series of events the community helped to develop the architect’s plans
Coordinating and attending meetings with key political stakeholders, including the Council Leader and ward councillors
Regular and proactive dialogue with nearby community via a range of different channels, including phone, letter and email
Public exhibitions and workshops which were attended by over 100 residents

Outcome

Local Dialogue facilitated a series of exhibition including an invitation only event for the closest residents, community groups and political stakeholders as well as an open drop-in event for the wider community. Following the exhibition feedback brochures were issued to those who were unable to attend the event, while letters summarising the prominent themes from the exhibition were also issued.

The application has been submitted and to date, positive relationships have been nurtured with the Council Leader, ward councillors and the local parish council. Engagement with the local authority continues on the proposals.

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