We are proposing to deliver [NUMBER] new homes at [DEVELOPMENT NAME/SITE NAME], including a mix of [NUMBER/TYPE OF BEDROOMS OR HOME TYPES].

The proposals also include [KEY ELEMENTS OF THE DEVELOPMENT – e.g. new access, landscaping, public open space, play areas, footpaths/cycleways, infrastructure improvements].

The development has been designed to [BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF HOW THE PROPOSALS RESPOND TO THE SITE/LOCAL AREA – e.g. complement the surrounding area, provide a high-quality new neighbourhood, make use of a sustainable location].

Yes. We want to hear from local residents and the wider community as the proposals progress.

[CONSULTATION DETAILS – e.g. “A public consultation will take place from DATE to DATE” / “The planning application is currently open for comments through the council’s planning portal.”]

You can view the proposals and find details of how to provide feedback [LINK/LOCATION – e.g. on the consultation website/via the local authority’s planning portal].

Please note that comments submitted as part of the planning process are considered by [LOCAL AUTHORITY] as part of its assessment of the planning application.

The proposed development will provide [NUMBER] new homes, helping to meet local housing needs.

The proposals are also expected to provide wider benefits for the local community, including [e.g. affordable housing, new public open space, play areas, improved footpaths/cycleways, financial contributions towards local infrastructure].

The development is expected to support approximately [NUMBER] jobs during construction and create opportunities for [LOCAL BUSINESSES/CONTRACTORS/SUPPLIERS].

[ANY OTHER DEVELOPMENT-SPECIFIC BENEFITS OR CONTRIBUTIONS].

Further information about the proposals, including [LIST KEY DOCUMENTS – e.g. site plans, proposed layout, design and access statement, landscape proposals, ecology information], can be found [LINK TO DEDICATED PROJECT PAGE/CONSULTATION WEBSITE/PLANNING PORTAL].

The planning application reference is [PLANNING APPLICATION REFERENCE].

You can also view the application and supporting documents on [LOCAL AUTHORITY]’s planning portal by searching for [APPLICATION REFERENCE].

Environmental and ecological considerations have been an important part of developing the proposals.

As part of the planning process, we have undertaken [SURVEYS/ASSESSMENTS – e.g. ecological surveys, tree surveys, landscape and visual assessment, drainage assessment] to understand the potential impacts of the development.

The proposals include measures to [MITIGATION/ENHANCEMENT MEASURES – e.g. retain existing trees and hedgerows, provide new planting, create habitat areas, incorporate sustainable drainage, provide biodiversity enhancements].

The proposals are designed to [BIODIVERSITY NET GAIN FIGURE/OUTCOME, IF APPLICABLE], while minimising impacts on existing habitats and wildlife.

Yes. The proposals include [NUMBER/PERCENTAGE] affordable homes, in line with [LOCAL PLANNING POLICY/LOCAL AUTHORITY REQUIREMENT].

These will comprise [NUMBER/TYPE – e.g. affordable rent and shared ownership] and will be delivered as part of the wider development.

[IF TENURE/MIX IS NOT YET CONFIRMED: “The final mix and tenure of the affordable homes will be agreed with [LOCAL AUTHORITY] as part of the planning process.”]