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Bolton Consults on Land Allocations Plan

Bolton Council is consulting until the 16th of August 2013 on the publication version of its land allocations plan. The plan includes a written statement and a map. The map shows which sites could be used for developments such as new housing, new sites for jobs, and health facilities during the next 15 years. It also shows areas of land that should be protected from development, for example because that are in the Green Belt or are used for recreation. For expert help to make sure your voice is heard in relation to this important consultation call Michael on 01282 872570 or email. The consultation documents can be viewed here.     ©Kirkwells Town Planners and Sustainable Development Consultants based at the Lancashire Digital Technology Centre in … Continue reading

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Bolton Draft Community Infrastructure Charging Schedule

Bolton Council has published the charging rates it expects to introduce using the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). Bolton’s Draft Charging Schedule proposes the following CIL rates: Residential dwellings and student accommodation £45 Retail warehouses £45 Supermarkets £135 All other chargeable development £50 (all rates are per square metre). The Draft Charging Schedule is available here. If Bolton’s CIL affects your land and property development get expert help so you can  respond before the 24th of June deadline. Call us on 01282 872570 or email.   ©Kirkwells Town Planners and Sustainable Development Consultants based at the Lancashire Digital Technology Centre in Burnley www.kirkwells.co.uk Research • Planning Policy • Site Search • Site Appraisal • Planning Applications •  Appeals • Sustainable Development • Urban Design • Masterplanning • Heritage Statements … Continue reading

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Bolton Consults on Sites and Community Infrastructure Levy

  Bolton Council in Greater Manchester is consulting on the latest version of the town’s Site Allocations Plan, and the Draft Community Infrastructure Levy Charging Schedule. Bolton previously consulted on Site Allocations at the turn of the year, but the new Draft Plan that contains a Proposals Map, showing which sites might be suitable for development in the years up to 2026, including locations for new houses and new employment, includes a number of proposed changes. If you own land or property in Bolton, or have an interest in protecting open land these changes could affect you. To find out if they do and to get expert help from RTPI town planners email or call: 01282 872570 The consultation closes on … Continue reading

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