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Horndean Parish Plan

Horndean Parish Plan Group have undertaken a lot of work in the local area to put together the current report and would appreciate comments from local residents about how Horndean might be improved for the benefit of the community.

What is a parish plan?
A Parish Plan is a statement from people living in the Parish saying:
• How can the future of the village be safeguarded
• What facilities does the village need for the future
• What is important to them in the Parish
• What problems are there that need to be tackled
In other words it is a ‘vision’ for the village for the future, identifying what action needs to be taken to tackle issues, and who should do it.

What will it do?
• It will influence district/county councils when they are making decisions.
• It will influence inspectors during public enquiries or other disputes.
• It will identify potential projects that will require funding and will provide the evidence base to support applications for funding
But, the main thing is, it helps the community to focus on key issues affecting them and helps drive projects forward to sort the issues out.


HIND: Horndean in the Next Decade, is made up of four groups concentrating on specific themes:-
• Economy (village centres, business vitality) village centre provision)
• Environment (street scenes, countryside, climate change)
• Social and Community (leisure facilities, children, housing, health provision)
• Transport (cycle routes, public transport, traffic management)
Horndean In the Next Decade, the Horndean Parish Plan Group, has made significant progress and is now about to launch a period of consultation.

What have we done?
• Organised a number of “planning for real” consultation exercises throughout the Parish
• Undertaken a detailed analysis of all aspects of life affecting residents of all ages
• Undertaken a detailed “needs” study of the business community
• Undertaken a survey of local retailers to evaluate the impact of the A3 bus corridor
• Organised a competition called “my dream village” which engaged schoolchildren in the Parish in the consultation process
• Undertaken a street survey of Horndean village centre

An invitation to get involved
We need your help to make out vision a reality. We welcome volunteer support from any local person who has an interest in their local community.

This is your opportunity to influence the future of your parish

If you would like to participate in any aspect of this initiative please contact Liza Smith, Horndean Village Project Officer.  Tel: 01739 234137 or email liza.smith@easthants.gov.uk