Stone Neighbourhood Plan

“The plan belongs to the people of Stone”

Stone town voted through their Neighbourhood Plan at referendum on May 6withanoverwhelming 85.7 per cent of residents saying yes.

Councillor Jill Hood said: “The plan took five years to form withconsultations with residents and businesses and regular scrutiny at many stages. “It was very important to listen to the wishes and needs of the community as the plan belongs to thepeople of Stone. In legal terms the plan is “made”and when planning decisions are considered by the borough council they will take into account the Stone town council Neighbourhood Plan which will protect the town from unwanted development. “Throughout the process special emphasis was put on protecting localgreenspaces and local green infrastructure as residents were particularly concerned about the reduction in these areas. “Little did we realise when we were forming the plan, just what special importance and value to resident’s positive physical and mental health that green spaces would become during thepandemic, providing areas for families and the community to meet and use for recreational purposes whilst keeping within social distancing guidelines.”

Cllr Hood added: “The Neighbourhood Plan will ensure that newbusinessesare encouraged to the town providing local employment and future growth, boosting the local economy. “Stone is aMarket Charter Town and is a desirable place to live, work and visit attracting thousands of visitors each year. “The direction of the town is set out clearly in our Neighbourhood Plan and our town council will work very hard to guarantee the way forward as setout in the plan. “The people voted showing how strongly they believe Stone is their town and that their wishes are reflected in the plan and they must be listened to.”

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