Following the Inspectors Increased and accelerated “Supporting Economic Growth” – Adopt the Rushcliffe Local Plan. intervention, the Council is likely to housing starts contributing to have a more challenging housing the overall housing target. In addition to Cotgrave (see requirement. below), a major housing scheme is being considered in East Gamston / Increased demand, improved Tollerton the crossing will help house values and site viability. – with the attractiveness of these developments to developers and Greater potential for S106 individuals. contributions / higher affordable housing proportions. There is a need to improve road infrastructure and in particular, Improved orbital route – orbital movement. This will be completed Greater Nottingham exacerbated by the aforementioned ring road. development a 4th crossing point – will be invaluable in alleviating Greater use of more congestion and improving access – sustainable transport offerings. this is specifically referred to in Part 6 of the Local Plan – “Movement”. Reduced congestion, travel time and CO2 emissions. - As above. New housing and employment “Supporting Economic Growth” Support the regeneration of opportunities (for the local The diversification of the housing Cotgrave including new housing, population). offer and local employment employment opportunities and a opportunities will assist in changing vibrant town centre. Improvement in the local local demographics and facilitate economy and improved overall regeneration. sustainability of the local centres. Reduced crime (fear of crime) and other anti-social behaviour. - The overall improvement in road Increased attractiveness of “Supporting Economic Growth” Undertake an economic infrastructure will improve travel Rushcliffe as a base for assessment of the times for commuters and increase employers. Borough’s potential for business growth. the attractiveness of Greater Nottingham and Rushcliffe as a Greater competitiveness and business base. contribution to new job targets. Increased Rateable Value, rents and yields. Increased inward investment. Figure 5: Project’s Strategic Fit to Rushcliffe Borough Council Priorities Nottingham City Council
“Supporting Economic Growth” – Adopt the Rushcliffe Local Plan. Following the Inspectors intervention, the Council is likely to have a more challenging housing target. In addition to Cotgrave (see below), a major housing scheme is being considered in East Gamston / Tollerton – the crossing will help with the attractiveness of these developments to developers and individuals. There is a need to improve road infrastructure and in particular, orbital movement. This will be exacerbated by the aforementioned development – a 4th crossing point will be invaluable in alleviating congestion and improving access – this is specifically referred to in Part 6 of the Local Plan – “Movement”. Increased and accelerated housing starts contributing to the overall housing requirement. Increased demand, improved house values and site viability. Greater potential for S106 contributions / higher affordable housing proportions. Improved orbital route – completed Greater Nottingham ring road. Greater use of more sustainable transport offerings. Reduced congestion, travel time and CO2 emissions. “Supporting Economic Growth” - Support the regeneration of Cotgrave including new housing, employment opportunities and a vibrant town centre. As above. The diversification of the housing offer and local employment opportunities will assist in changing local demographics and facilitate overall regeneration. New housing and employment opportunities (for the local population). Improvement in the local economy and improved sustainability of the local centres. Reduced crime (fear of crime) and other anti-social behaviour. “Supporting Economic Growth” - Undertake an economic assessment of the Borough’s potential for business growth. The overall improvement in road infrastructure will improve travel times for commuters and increase the attractiveness of Greater Nottingham and Rushcliffe as a business base. Increased attractiveness of Rushcliffe as a base for employers. Greater competitiveness and contribution to new job targets. Increased Rateable Value, rents and yields. Increased inward investment. Figure 5: Project’s Strategic Fit to Rushcliffe Borough Council Priorities Nottingham City Council