More 2 bed retirement properties
Greater involvement of community support for the elderly
Better control of upvc windows avoiding their installation in historic buildings without permission being required
Restoring the railway line.
I believe that the Steyning High Street should become a pedestrian precinct since that would greatly enhance the tourism potential of the town. Access by existing residents and business delivery vehicles would be allowed but traffic calming measures and landscaping would be introduced. The existing High Street parking, very often illegal, despoils the whole area. Additional car parking could be provided in the field opposite the Leisure Centre along with other housing, business, and skate park development.
Creating more affordable housing for families, providing more activities for the younger generation to take part in. Steyning will die a death without providing for the young. Make it a more appealing place for BOTH young and old to visit and live in.
Promotion of Buy Local better access to Wiston
More information points with history included may be with technology app access squares to access even more detail. More walks published that individuals can pick up rather than organised groups that aren't accessible to everyone. These walks could be like treasure walks and have information points along the way in our built up and rural areas
Protection orders
Put things in place to retain the country feel of the local communities rather than any modernisation. Stronger protection for historic buildings and settings. Protect local business.
More community spaces for all ages, exhibition facilities, outside sports facilities. Better bus links to surrounding towns.
Support for local renewable energy projects.
Enhanced provision for all ages in society, especially more facilities for younger people. Bike and running trails. Conservation areas/ nature parks to enhance the fauna and flora. Protection and enhancement of playing fields for community.
Improving the network of twittens
1 A properly developed and operated strategy for the planning subcommittee in connection with the conservation area and possible extensions of that area.
2 Securing land for future parkland, sport and recreation to relieve some of the growing pressures on the MPF, which will otherwise only increased as population increases.
Stop illegal parking in the High Street Demolition of the Cement Works
Housing in appropriate areas to be built up for shared ownership/affordable for first time buyers. Smaller properties built to enable our young people to stay in area where they were brought up and educated.
Invest in farming and south downs park Invest in listed buildings
Invest in markets and local companies
1. Adoption by HDC of the enhanced "Conservation Area" document written by local experts & Steyning Parish Council, including extending the conservation area.
2. Enforcement of the conservation policy by HDC Planning, to preserve the many historic & period properties & buildings.
Keeping the look and feel of Steyning's town Less road traffic through Steyning
Improving the condition of strategic public rights of way so that they can be used all year round by sustainable transport.
Incorporation of low carbon energy capture methods into the landscape eg wind turbine where there used to be a wind mill SW from Steyning and small(ish) scale solar PV.
Encouraging the use of 'character' solar PV tiles on buildings in the conservation area, and all new community buildings to be built to passivhaus standard.
Recognition that streets are for all, not just for motor vehicles.
De-clutter our existing streets - future generations will get their information from smart mobile devices, not large signs on poles!
Increased tourism to the villages
Monthly parish newsletter to all residents containing village information relating to planning and building
More activities bringing community together
making sure building projects are in line with community requirements
Preservation of high street and mixed used shops, not chains or all same type E.g lots of charity shops or takeaways
preservation of the town so that its beauty and antiquity is not lost or hidden by new buildings and developments
Diversification of community make-up leading to better tolerance of others Only controlled and sustainable developments.
Making sure that the views are kept as beautiful. Higher profile both locally and nationally.
Parish Councils working together and close with SDNP and historic buildings owners. removing all street lights from residential areas
Steyning for it's area has very little green spaces (just take a look at the satellite images) A village green surrounded by trees is important to any community
Strengthened flood protection along the Adur; improved safety for pedestrians and cyclists-e.g. cycle paths - along narrow Downland roads.
To do nothing
Reduce street furniture
Preservation of wildlife & countryside & quality of community life Added facilities, especially for younger (teenagers) people
shared open spaces for all sections of the community to participate and enjoy theatre/arts/cultural centre
new build referencing vernacular historic architecture attention to detail
much enhanced play activity sites
Extending the biking/walking trail. Providing a link down by the river under the road is fantastic. Anything that can extend the trail and reduce the number of broken links / road crossing points is of benefit.
Sympathetic enlargement of housing provision within the town. Encouragement and incentives to fully utilise commercial properties.
We must allow the area to develop and not to become an ageing community, pickled in history. Progress must be allowed to take place. Local Business must be allowed to develop and rural jobs created and maintained.
Continued efforts to maintain historical buildings, roads, signage and street lighting in tune with the age and heritage of the area
1. More businesses connected with local tourism. e.g. Hotel accommodation, cycling and outdoor clothing retailers.
2. More control of illegal parking in the High St
3. More promotion of walks in and around Steyning with appropriate signage 4. More diverse and interesting retail businesses in the High St
7. Development of retirement housing for the ageing population. 8. More facilities for Youth engagement
Any new buildings to be in keeping with the historic feel of our area.
More facilities and clubs for young children (preschool) - there is nothing at the leisure centre except for swimming and trampolining. The skate park would be great for scooting. Also, the children's park in front of the Steyning centre needs overhauling. Access to the South Downs is very pram
unfriendly because of the kissing gates. We can only go to the rifle range via mouse lane. We also needs a really decent pub. The White Horse or the Star could be amazing but they both need some work re food - esp value for money at the white horse - always disappointing.
Small housing schemes that would show a sympathetic approach in terms of existing local architecture.
Any such development to be mindful of the need to respect our natural environment and the wealth of flora and fauna that exists in the locality.
Sympathetic new builds
Support of preservation of historic buildings involving new uses. more consistent enforcement of conservation area planning rules
Don't know - I don't feel strongly about this. A community is about its people. The problem with Steyning is the average age of the population. Go to any community event - nearly everyone is 60+. Where are the younger people to give the community vibrancy and dynamism. This is more
important than heritage.
The solar farm north of Steyning.
None, just continuation of existing preservation. Ownership of community assets
Information Centre at Bramber Castle Performing Arts Centre
New structure linking Library, Museum and Penfold Hall to create new community asset. Forward thinking and planning…involve younger minds for new ideas
Unsure
Enhancing the opportunities for small businesses to run - especially those in the art/craft etc areas. The use of communal small green areas for community based plant growing,
The community heritage by definition already exists. The danger of constantly reduced services to the community threatens these more than anything else and simple things like keeping what we have properly maintained, street cleaning, bins being emptied in public places, flood protection etc. I would like to see more investment made by the community in keeping and enhancing the assets already in place.
Balance of social, private rental and private ownership affordable housing with sufficient community services such as schools, shops and leisure facilities.
MORE HOUSING THAT FITS INTO THE NEEDS OR A YOUNG AND OLD GENERATION. Imposing a limit of children per family to no more than two. So the need for continued
overdevelopment would be reduced as well as reducing demands on other already stretched local amenities/resources.
Small developments and infill sympathetically done
As few changes as possible apart from more resources channelled into beautifying the town and keeping it much cleaner
Skate park for the youngsters!
Enlargement of the Conservation Area.
A place for youngsters to exercise and keep them off the streets. EG Skate park or youth organisations and centres.
Better bus services
Documenting and sharing information about the heritage of our homes, communities and natural spaces to a wider audience for example by using social media. Identifying small projects that could be undertaken by community groups such as schools, clubs etc to promote sharing responsibility and knowledge. Working alongside future developments to continue the story of our communities - heritage for the future!!!
Better regulation of new housing. Faux Georgian and uninspired modern styles discredit the neighbourhood. Modern styling of architectural merit (e.g. in steel and glass) would be welcome if compatible with existing original housing. Our planners need to up their game as to what they permit. Protecting the villages against development
Facilities that encourage people out into the countryside rather than play computer games/watch TV. For example mountain bike tracks (retention extension of the bike jumps in the woods). A skate park in the Memorial field which could help to prevent boredom leading to anti-social behaviour within the built historic and rural/Downs areas. A bothy and more fire pit areas within the Downs to encourage free play and treasured moments within the countryside helping to build a lifelong love for the area and an inclusive community spirit.
Preservation of natural environment in future housing development. Financial input to preserve High Street and listed buildings. Future development to reflect past skills ie stone walls.
another hall or centre for the community
Protecting the village feel that we have in Steyning and Beeding.
More housing for local people and others to maintain the commercial viability of the High Street shops.
More facilities for teenagers and young adults.
Respond in a dynamic way to the future challenges resulting from climate change ie accept that local sustainable power generation, for and by the community, has to become normal (solar PV, wind turbines, Adur barrage or river turbines). Relaxation of planning controls on domestic PV installation in conservation areas.
Realising that things change, frequently outside our control, and respond in a 'how do we work with this' rather than a NIMBY attitude
Better protection of those assets identified in this Neighbourhood plan. Bring planning down to a local level
Identification of key areas for absolutely no development
Improve Cycle Paths, Support for Cultural Activities (i.e. Festival etc). Increase in Housing availability for all ages.
Improve downs link - new extension under A283 is not complete. huge puddle under bridge and not surfaced on far side so not good for walkers, runners. more bike/footpaths
Encouragement for local High street shopping. Preservation of open spaces. Keep existing rules in place and tougher penalties for misuse
The acquirement of more open space, and replacement of urban street furniture with more sympathetic conservation
Keep public facilities & buildings in good order Reduction of Traffic on the A283
Incorporate Bramber and Steyning into the South Downs National Park. Close off the High Street in Steyning and make it pedestrianised. Lower speed limit to 20mph throughout the Steyning as in Bramber. Involving the community in looking after the community heritage.
Recording information on all these on line, so that current and future generations can access the information.
- Protecting the heritage by taking steps to reduce fly-tipping, littering etc.
- Ensuring that future housing developments are kept small-scale, individual and that designs are reflective of the existing architecture.
limiting building development on greenfield sites
solar farms . ethical and high standards environmental buildings / not building on floodplains / high environmental standards
Some sort of community-based operation to make vertical integration of local farming with local food processing and retail commercially viable
Introduction of some destination retail and eating operations Greater community involvement in decision making
Better linking of footpaths and cycle paths. Proactive enforcement of planning decisions. Better public transport though I appreciate it that this is not simple with low demand in some areas. Try to get people to live near their work to avoid the daily headlong commute.
(A) Make the Memorial Playing Fields part of the Conservation Area - The LB and Conservation Area Act 1990 does not preclude such designation.
(B) A huge effort needs to be made to transform the High Street and Church Street into a delightful place to walk about and shop in tranquillity free of vehicles - most of the time. The streets and side streets like Chequers Yard and the twitter to the Health Centre, for example, ought to look
wonderfully attractive not unkempt as they are now. Lets start with investigating what the issues are and how to resolve them.
A local Wiston Pub and more accessible Village Hall in Wiston. maximize local people working in the area -
reduce commuter traffic - means more money should be spent in the local economy ensure the future for our children is protected by using sustainable low carbon impact Storrington low emission zone as eg
Be aware that new builds blend in with the area and work with Horsham District Council on this. Some recent planning permissions allowed have surprised me as they are completely out of keeping When we have new shops encouraging useful, non touristy shops that will help keep the High Street alive.
Working in schools to encourage community involvement.
New village hall for Wiston in a central location with a playground for children
the cleaning up and fencing of the stream that runs through the area near to The Steyning Centre. I'm surprised that a child hasn't fallen into the stream as it is not clear to even see it is there. DANGER
Bramber Castle could be developed as a local heritage centre/destination
Additional building should be sympathetic to the character of the buildings in the parishes Involvement of community - a feeling that we had a say.
De-congest roads in town centre. Clean up Charlton st., reduce parking in it and repair the pavement. Enforce no parking outside SME
Re iii - recognition of the increasing young families in the town and their specific needs, including additional sports facilities, individual needs. Also other entertainments.
Some growth in inevitable and part of natural development in a town. Anything which helps to keep our community diverse, vital and amalgamous is beneficial.
No opinion
Protection of above 3 most important aspects.
Parking ban in the high street - disabled and delivery only. Skate park amenity.
More young trees to be planted Well designed houses
Restricted parking in high st. An addition of a new park Don't know
It doesn't need enhancing
Keeping status quo except new Horsham Road development None only restoration.
More programs/events to help people access/learn about the surrounding countryside and greater support/advertising and community events at the museum.
Development of the old cement works which at present is an eyesore. Removal of shed/type housing near cement works.
Not sure - it's nice as it is!
The balance of High Street shops maintained - control of number of cafes. I would like plastic bags banned for all shops.
Control of building design to be in keeping with heritage. Events and experiences
Prevention of developments in national park Controlled expansion
Just retain and preserve the assets we already have. Stricter controls on building in SDNP.
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More voluntary conservation groups (wildlife and Downs) It's perfect.
Ensure South Downs National Park is properly funded.
Restricting parking in Steyning High Street and widening the pavement on the Truffles side. At present the narrow pavement is dangerous.
More security (legislation) to keep our open spaces from being eroded. Traffic management in the high street - speed bumps
Careful maintenance and preservation of what we have Support the rural economy / country people / farmers.
Not allowing the town to become preserved as it is, just evolve slowly. 6th form college involved
Reduce parking on Steyning High Street.
If it is within SWAB, demolish Beeding cement works completely and prohibit any rebuilding there. NO change.
Protecting the High Street and keeping the buildings in it in good condition. Include Steyning as a whole in SDNP
Minimal private development.
Very strict monitoring of unsuitable changes to listed or very old buildings and monuments Better management of parking in the high st.
Sympathetic new buildings, not just a standard estate of houses. An in-depth study of transport links.
Less traffic. Better maintenance to shops and buildings in the High Street. Regular cultural events / festival.
Better public transport and more off road cycle ways.
Enforcement of upkeep (maintenance) of buildings in preservation areas. Providing activity for youngsters.
Leave things as they are
Keep buildings in keeping with what is already there keep rural life - views and landscape. Retain library! Retain museum! Retain parish council.
Another community hall with more and variously sized rooms to be available at reasonable rents. Less charity shops
More publicity 'public awareness'
More facilities for young people i.e. skate park
Work with the SDNPA on a visitor and tourism strategy to bring funding and support for increased tourism and enjoyment.
More investment in community festivals None
Agree protected areas (with community involvement) A decent skate park
Facilities to engage young people.
Careful management of small scale housing development. N/A
To emphasise and maintain the above. Develop Beeding cement works
Removal of pylons.
Safe off road routes for recreation
Keeping new development in style of a historic town. None
Better management and clearing of footpaths and bridleways.