Community Engagement
The feedback received through our consultation as well as ongoing discussions with stakeholders and the local community have been extremely valuable. These conversations, alongside extensive technical work, have helped to evolve the masterplan.
The foundations and principles of the masterplan remain the same and we remain committed to delivering for Lichfield. If you have any comments or questions about the revised masterplan and proposals, please do get in touch with us.
2023 Consultation on the Emerging Masterplan
In October and November 2023, we held our public consultation for the emerging masterplan proposals for Curborough Brooks. The consultation allowed us to share the emerging masterplan with the local community and gain feedback, which has given us a greater understanding about aspects of the proposals that are important and where there are key concerns.
Our consultation included:
- Approximately 8,000 flyers delivered to the local area inviting the community to take part in the consultation
- Launch of project website, with approximately 2,700 unique visitors to date (November 2024)
- Two online webinars, which you can watch back on our Library
- 10 Drop-In Hub events with approximately 250 attendees across two weeks
- An ongoing series of meetings with stakeholders.
Key Feedback Findings
During our consultation period, we received 197 feedback forms with comments, questions and suggestions on the emerging proposals, which have been extremely valuable.
There were a mix of views received during the consultation process, raising both positive aspects of the masterplan as well as concerns, questions and suggestions. Many people expressed their interest in the sustainable growth of Lichfield, acknowledging the importance of preserving the local character, protecting local wildlife and supporting both the existing and new communities through the provision and enhancement of essential infrastructure and services.
| Respondents welcomed in principle… | Respondents raised concerns about… |
|---|---|
| The provision of affordable homes and a mix of housing tenures | The quantity of affordable housing |
| A comprehensive development with a mix of uses, including schools, shops and sports facilities | The scale and future delivery of the proposed development |
| Potential pressure on the local road network | |
| A new Health Hub, including space for a GP surgery | Access points to and from Curborough Brooks |
| The public open green spaces, landscaping and recreational spaces | The feeling of overcrowding and effects on existing infrastructure and services in Lichfield |
| The active travel routes and green corridors | Impacts on neighbouring properties and residents |
| The promotion of sustainability measures across the masterplan. | Impacts on local wildlife and existing fields at Curborough Brooks. |
Timeline
- Monday 23 October 2023 Consultation launched
- Monday 23 October 2023 & Tuesday 24 October 2023 The project team hosted two Online Public Webinars, which included a 30-minute presentation followed by a live Q&A session. You can watch back the sessions here: Public Webinar - 23rd October 2023 | Public Webinar - 24th October 2023
- Wednesday 25 October 2023 to Saturday 4 November 2023 Over two weeks, our Drop-In Hubs were open at Lichfield City Football Club (weekdays) and The Hub at St Mary’s (Saturdays). Many thanks to all those who attended and spoke to our project team on-hand
- Sunday 5 November 2023 Consultation closed
- November 2023 - November 2024Review of feedback received, ongoing stakeholder meetings and technical work
- November 2024 Revised masterplan and proposals shared with the local community
- Early 2025 Target Submission of the Outline Planning Application for the revised masterplan and Planning Application for floodplain improvement works to Lichfield District Council.
Once submitted and validated, Lichfield District Council will undertake its own statutory consultation where you will have the opportunity to comment directly on the application to the Council.