A group of councillors have started a petition demanding that homes are not built in Gedling borough’s green spaces.
The online petition – Save Gedling’s Green Spaces from Labour’s Development – went live this week.
Councillor Mike Adams says it has been prompted by the proposed Local Plan which identifies land that could be used for housing in the future.
The petition says: “These cherished green spaces are under imminent threat due to plans proposed by the Gedling Labour Council, which aim to build over 11,000 new properties—a staggering 45% increase that will obliterate much of the green belt.
This plan targets areas such as Burton Joyce, Stoke Bardolph, Ravenshead, Bestwood, Bardolph View, Rivendell and Mapperley Golf Course, some of which were previously promised protection.
For many residents of Gedling, these green spaces are more than just plots of land; they are vital parts of our lives. They contribute to our mental health, community strength, and local biodiversity. Building over them jeopardizes not only the future aesthetics of the borough but also our quality of life.”
Gedling Borough Council is set to invite residents, businesses, and community groups to have their say on its new Local Plan.
The first stage of consultation, known as the “Issues and Options” phase, will launch on July 21, with views being sought on possible options for the Local Plan’s policies, which cover a wide range of topics including housing, employment, retail, community facilities, recreation and open space, nature conservation and other land uses.
As part of this, comments will be invited on the number of new homes that the Council should plan for and where these should be located. Developers have put forward several sites for development and these form the starting point for further assessment and review before specific sites are proposed for development in the next stage of plan preparation.
They said: “At this stage no decisions have been made. The government has introduced changes to the national planning framework with guidance on identifying ‘grey belt’ land, land that was previously green belt that may be prioritised for housing. Views are also being invited on how the council should balance housing needs whilst protecting green belt.”
Councillor John Clarke MBE, Leader of Gedling Borough Council, said: “The Local Plan is one of the most important processes a council will take to help improve the growth of its borough and we are very pleased that work will start on our plan.
“The government has made it clear that housing growth is vital to economic success. We know housing is a major concern, whether you’re worried about overdevelopment or struggling to find a home. This consultation is not just about homes, it is your opportunity to influence the future of the borough including where we can improve local park spaces, business and enterprise space and community spaces.”
You can view the petition here: https://www.change.org/p/save-gedling-s-green-spaces-from-labour-s-development
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