Salford residents to have “a real say” on “crucial” city developments

Salford residents can now have their say on the city’s future plan, which includes improving town centres in Eccles, Walkden, Swinton and Pendleton.

Salford City Council is now focusing on part two of the Local Plan, the Core Strategy and Allocations. This planning strategy will outline the development needed for the city and where this should go.

The plan will include an overall vision for “a fairer” Salford, policies on housing needs, office and industrial development, and improving town centres in the areas listed above.

To ensure the council reflects the “community’s aspirations and priorities” in their next phase of planning, the council is inviting residents to participate in an initial consultation, open until January 24 2024.

We want your input in part two of our Local Plan, which aims to shape the city’s development.
The plan considers where new housing and employment development should go, types of housing that should be provided and sites for different types of development. https://t.co/41LM7YHhEz pic.twitter.com/LH4WF497C5

— Salford City Council (@SalfordCouncil) December 18, 2023

Additionally, the council is asking residents to suggest potential development sites and important Local Green Spaces that people think should be protected.

The council assures that all responses received during the consultation period will be “carefully considered in drafting part two of the local plan.”

A further public consultation on the draft plan is expected in the summer of 2024.

Councillor Mike McCusker, Lead Member for Planning, Transport and Sustainable Development, said: “In Salford, we believe that the best way to plan for the future is by involving the community every step of the way. We want our residents to have a real say in shaping the development of our city.

“That’s why we’re calling on everyone to participate in this crucial consultation process for part two of our Local Plan.

“Our vision is to create a fairer Salford that meets the needs of its residents and provides them with an exceptional quality of life.

“This is an incredible opportunity for the people of Salford to have their voices heard and shape the city’s future development. Let’s come together and create a Salford that we can all be proud of.”

To take part in the consulatation, visit the Part two page for Salford Local Plan.