CONSULTATION

Public engagement has been central to our work on Horndon St Marys, providing an active feedback loop for the community and forming an integral part of the design process.

An extensive public engagement programme was undertaken between January 2024 and September 2024, through a combination of in-person events and a digital survey.

Feedback was generated through:

• 8 pop-up events
• Face to face discussions with 244 people
• Feedback from 3,239 people

Key themes raised include:

• Transport Infrastructure – a need for new sustainable travel options which help alleviate existing congestion on main roads.
• Housing – ensuring availability of new homes and affordable housing in particular.
• Community Facilities – with a focus on health and education services.
• Drainage – protecting present and future communities from flood risk.
• Greenery – the need for green spaces which protect the environment, that are multipurpose and accessible for everyone.
• Identity – a distinct place name for the new development that respects its surroundings and local heritage.
• Community – a sense of place that all residents can feel proud of and safe within.
• Delivery – the need for quality placemaking and a sustainable model of stewardship.

All of the feedback received helped to shape the designs in order to meet the community’s identified needs.