3. Vision and Objectives

3.1 Vision

3.1.1 The vision is based on input from the community in terms of what people value about living in our area and what is important to them for the future.

West Knighton, West Stafford, Tincleton and Woodsford parishes will continue to be thriving communities. They will be rural, tranquil, friendly, attractive and safe. Development opportunities will be sustainable and in line with the needs and wishes of the parishes, respecting the area’s historic and rural character.

3.2 Objectives

3.2.1 The following objectives highlight those areas where this Neighbourhood Plan can help achieve the vision (taking into account that its main role is influencing planning decisions):

Protect and enhance the rural and tranquil landscape of the parishes.
Protect and enhance the distinctive local, natural and historic environment.
Safeguard valued local views and greenspaces, and of possible identify new green spaces that local residents can enjoy.
Keep roads safe, and ensure there are safe and attractive walking, cycling and riding routes around and between neighbouring parishes - this could be through making paths more accessible with gates; improving cycle and bridleways; traffic calming; etc.
Identify land for possible development to help meet local needs.
Ensure new houses and other buildings are well-designed, sustainable and in keeping with the character of the villages.
Enable new employment proposals consistent with the rural character, for example rural diversification; small workshops etc.
Protect, enhance and encourage local facilities and services, such as our pubs; village halls; farm / community shops.

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