Tatsfield and its Neighbourhood Plan
THE NEXT MEETING OF THE NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN STEERING GROUP WILL BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY 19TH JANUARY AT 8PM IN THE AILEEN McHUGO BUILDING BEHIND THE VILLAGE HALL. ALL ARE WELCOME.
Wednesday 16th February 2022
Wednesday 16th March 2022
Wednesday 20th April 2022
Neighbourhood planning gives communities direct power to develop a shared vision for their neighbourhood and shape the development and growth of their local area. They are able to choose where they want new homes, shops and offices to be built, have their say on what those new buildings should look like and what infrastructure should be provided, and grant planning permission for the new buildings they want to see go ahead. Neighbourhood planning provides a powerful set of tools for local people to plan for the types of development to meet their community’s needs and where the ambition of the neighbourhood is aligned with the strategic needs and priorities of the wider local area.
Work on Tatsfield's Neighbourhood Plan has been disrupted by Covid-19, but is now back on track. From the menu on the left you can access the updated topic paper on housing.
IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR ALL RESIDENTS and any newcomers to the village
Tatsfield is in the process of preparing a Neighbourhood Plan that we hope will set out a vision for the development of our village over the next 15 years. The Neighbourhood Plan, if accepted, must be taken into account by planning officers at Tandridge District Council when considering any application for development in Tatsfield. It is essential that the plan is completed and that it protects what Tatsfielders love most about the village.
An essential element of this project is to consult the public (you!) throughout the process – your participation is vital to the success of the plan and continued harmony of the village.
HOW CAN YOU BECOME INVOLVED? THERE ARE THREE WAYS:
- MEET THE STEERING GROUP, at their next meeting usually held on a Wednesday in the Aileen.McHugo Building behind the Village Hall. Dates will be announced on this page. Please come along tosee the work completed to date.
- JOIN THE STEERING GROUP During the “pause” for Covid much has changed and some members of the committee have left so we are in need of new interested persons to join the committee and one of the groups below.
MINUTES SECRETARY – We are in particular need of a Minutes Secretary/administrator to handle the minutes and processes of the committee. If you are interested in assisting us in this way and joining the committee please email us at tatsfield.plan@btinternet.com .
3. JOIN ONE OF THE TOPIC GROUPS
Each of the topic groups focuses on specific areas of the plan. If there’s one area that you feel particularly strongly about, or have specific expertise to share, please do get in touch.
- COMMUNITY FACILITIES
- HOUSING
- BUILT ENVIRONMENT
- NATURAL ENVIRONMENT
- THE LOCAL ECONOMY
- TRANSPORT AND INFRASTRUCTURE
- We would also ask someone that would be prepared to take on the role of Group Leader of a “ Sustainability for the future “ in the Neighbourhood Plan. You would be starting from scratch but would be offered all of the assistance needing to get the papers completed in time.
MARTIN ALLEN (Chair) martin_allen@talk21.com tel. 577201
Tandridge District Council designated the parish of Tatsfield (click here for the designation) as a 'neighbourhood area in June 2017
Minutes of the latest Steering Group meeting.are here.
Our Draft Vision:
In 2033, Tatsfield will have retained its strong community spirit and will continue to provide an excellent quality of life for residents, visitors and those who work in the parish. Appropriate new development will have been provided to meet the needs of the local community whilst retaining the parish’s semi-rural character and separate identity. The parish’s functioning village centre will have been strengthened and valued local services and facilities will have been maintained and improved.
Planning areas. There are six areas which include:
1 Environment/open spaces
This area will look at how we protect and enhance the environment, woodlands, meadows, landscapes, open views (area of outstanding beauty), bio diversity and wildlife as well as how we preserve the historic heritage and environment of the village.
2 Built Environment
This area will look at the Planning systems to achieve High-quality design, sustainability, consistent with the established character of the village and landscaped in a way that is consistent with our rural aspect.
3 Housing and Planning
This area will look at the location and range of housing we need to plan for to meet the needs of the current community. The team will cover areas such as the mix of housing to meet the needs of older residents for down-sizing, younger residents looking for the first home, and affordable houses for lower income earners; and invite land owners in the parish to offer potential plots they would like to be considered for development
4 Travel and Infrastructure (e.g. Travel and Transport - roads, parking, digital economy, Information and Communication)
This area will look at how we improve the local infrastructure, roads, public transport, utilities, drainage, digital connectivity, improvements to the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and other traffic. Mike and his team will also look at how we improve availability of village parking, improve facilities for people with disabilities (and other ailments eg Dementia) – potential paving with Surrey CC adopting jointly used access roads in the village
5 Local Economy (Local Businesses, Shops and Services)
This area will look at how we support local businesses in retail, agriculture, home working and service industries, Promote opportunities for local employment. Nuture home based businesses and home working
6 Community Facilities (Sports, recreational, School, Police, Church, Village Hall, Clubs, Village amenities etc)
This area will look at how we maintain and enhance the recreational, cultural, religious and charitable activities. The team will also look at protecting and expanding the acquisition of community driven assets such as woodlands, meadows, sports grounds and other community assets, supporting community energy projects and the provision of a vibrant local sporting facility.