Initiation of Plan approved by Council.
The Council formally approves the initiation of the Neighbourhood Plan, setting the foundation for planning, community engagement, and funding processes.
Stage I: Submit Boundary Plan to Durham County Council (DCC). Council meeting for governance.
The Boundary Plan is submitted to Durham County Council (DCC) for approval, ensuring the defined area aligns with planning regulations. A council meeting is held to oversee and support this stage.
Submit Funding Application. Neighbourhood Plan Group and P&R meeting.
A funding application is submitted to secure resources for the plan's development. The Neighbourhood Plan Group and P&R Committee meet to review progress and provide guidance.
Await Funding Approval. Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings.
Development of the Neighbourhood Plan webpage begins to support community engagement. A promotion leaflet is created to raise awareness, with Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings guiding these efforts.
Launch of Webpage and Formal Launch of Plan (event). Community Survey and Community & Business Focus Groups start. Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings.
The webpage and plan are formally launched through an event to engage the community. A community survey and focus groups with businesses begin, gathering valuable input. Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings continue to oversee progress.
Connecting with Community efforts ongoing. Analysis of survey results. Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings.
Community engagement remains active to maintain participation and input, supported by regular Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings to monitor progress.
Connecting with Community efforts ongoing. Analysis of survey results. Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings.
Community engagement efforts continue to foster participation. Survey results are analyzed to inform the plan's development. Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings ensure ongoing oversight.
Connecting with Community continues. Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings.
Community engagement efforts are sustained to encourage ongoing participation and feedback. Regular Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings ensure the plan remains on track and aligns with community needs.
Community Feedback Event held. Surgeries & Q&A sessions begin. Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings.
A Community Feedback Event is organized to share updates, gather insights, and address concerns. Surgeries and Q&A sessions commence, offering residents and stakeholders a platform for direct interaction. Regular Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings continue to guide the process and incorporate feedback.
Initiate Draft Plan. Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings.
The drafting phase of the Neighbourhood Plan begins, integrating community input and survey findings. Regular Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings ensure the draft reflects the community's needs and aligns with planning objectives.
Identify & Apply for Additional Funding. Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings.
Efforts focus on identifying new funding opportunities and submitting applications to support the next stages of the plan. Council and Neighbourhood Plan Group meetings continue to oversee funding strategies and ensure financial goals are met.
