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14 VISION FOR ICKFORD : ICKFORD NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN : 2019 – 2033

VISION
In 15 years’ time, Ickford will still be an independent and distinctive community
comprising both Ickford and Little Ickford, conserving and enhancing its rich
architectural and environmental heritage for the benefit of villagers and for
future generations. We will endeavour to protect and enhance those
characteristics which make Ickford a place that people choose to live in and
enjoy.

OBJECTIVES
ENVIRONMENT: To find opportunities for landscape, recreational and
ecological gain whilst minimising the impact of new development on
the natural and historic environment.

• To protect, improve and extend where possible the village’s open spaces
• To protect the landscape setting and rural character
• To protect and enhance the historic and architectural environment of the
village and its surroundings
• To reduce flood risk
• To conserve, enhance and protect biodiversity within the village

HOUSING: To provide existing and future residents with good housing.

• To provide an appropriate amount of housing to meet local needs including
a range of affordable homes
• To provide an appropriate mix of housing for young families, the elderly
who may wish to downsize and for first time buyers
• To ensure that all new housing is of quality design using materials that
enhance local distinctiveness
• To keep all new developments small scale in keeping with the character
of the village and the pattern of development
TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORT: To reduce the negative impact of traffic and
encourage safe walking and cycling
• To ensure new developments have stated plans for the improvement of
parking, accessibility and traffic flow
• To improve the footpath network as an amenity and improve access to
village facilities and green spaces
• To position developments of any kind such that current problems with
congestion, safety and parking are not exacerbated and if possible, reduced

ECONOMY: To enhance the prospects for local employment and business
growth
• To support local businesses and realistic employment opportunities,
including home working
• To ensure that up to date communication services are available to businesses
COMMUNITY FACILITIES: To foster and maintain the character, culture
and vitality of the village as a thriving community
• To ensure housing development has actionable and enforceable plans to
enhance the community and facilities and planning obligations’ after plans
• To protect and enhance important village assets

VISION FOR ICKFORD – NEIGHBOURHOOD DEVELOPMENT PLAN
www.visionforickford.co.uk