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The Plan outlines an ambitious and sustainable vision for development across Hounslow, supporting regeneration, delivering much-needed affordable homes, creating jobs, and tackling the climate emergency.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The submission follows two rounds of extensive public consultation in 2023 and 2024. Hundreds of residents, businesses, and community organisations took part, helping shape a Local Plan that truly reflects the priorities and potential of Hounslow\u2019s diverse communities.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Key facts about the Local Plan:\u00a0<\/p>\n
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- It will deliver at least 28,800 new homes by 2041, contributing to national housing targets.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n
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- Sets a strategic affordable housing target of 50%, with 70% of this expected to be social rented.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n
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- Allocates around 56 hectares of employment land, supporting 20,000 new jobs across the borough.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n
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- Supports regeneration, infrastructure, and placemaking in growth areas like the Golden Mile and West of Borough.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n
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- Embeds strong sustainability and environmental standards, helping Hounslow meet its net zero targets and improve access to green space.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n
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Cllr Tom Bruce, Deputy Leader of the Council and Cabinet Member for Assets, Regeneration and Development, said:\u00a0<\/p>\n
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The submission of our Local Plan is a significant milestone for Hounslow and reflects years of work, collaboration, and input from our residents and partners.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n <\/p>\nI would like to sincerely thank all those who took part in the consultation process \u2013 including our local community groups, residents, and ward councillors. Your voices have helped shape a Local Plan that balances growth with fairness, sustainability, and local character.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
\n <\/p>\nThis Plan sets out a bold, deliverable vision for the future of our borough \u2013 one that will provide more affordable homes, green jobs, improved infrastructure, and thriving neighbourhoods for years to come.<\/p>\n
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An independent planning inspector will now be appointed to examine the submitted Plan. Public hearings as part of the examination process are expected to take place later this year.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n