Support

Representation ID: 5199

Received: 03/01/2024

Respondent: Mr Frank Brett

Supported

Support noted.

Object

Representation ID: 7262

Received: 08/01/2024

Respondent: Manton Parish Council

It is not clear whether there is a plan for Oakham town centre. Without such a plan the approach outlined for retail development seems potentially haphazard.

Noted. Policies E10, E11 and E12 provide a clear approach to the role of retailing in Oakham, where it is defined as the main town centre, serving as the focus for retail development in Rutland.

Therefore allowing it to develop and strengthen its role as the principal comparison-shopping destination in the County.

Both the Economic Strategy and Retail, Leisure and Town Centres Study, both undertaken in 2023 recognise that high streets and in particular retailing is supported via local plan polices to assisting a thriving retail and visitor economy and given clear direction Oakham town centre.

Further detail is provided in the 'Why is this policy needed?' underneath Policy E10.

Object

Representation ID: 7686

Received: 08/01/2024

Respondent: South Luffenham Parish Council

Developing sites outside of town centres will increase traffic flow through smaller/larger villages on existing infrastructure. The plan should look to safeguard the high street where use of local bus services / cycling and walking can be best realised.

Noted. However, this policy encouraged sites to be put forward in Oakham for new retail development proposals for non-food retail uses, located in the town, which is unlikely to increase traffic flow.

Support

Representation ID: 7932

Received: 08/01/2024

Respondent: Ryhall Parish Council

E12 Retail in Neighbourhood Centres and Larger Villages - Support

Support noted.