Strong support for the Neighbourhood Plan has been expressed by the people of Liskeard, according to the analysis of last summer's community engagement activity prepared by Professor Lynne Butel of the Plymouth Graduate School of Management, which is part of the University of Plymouth. 'Respondents consistently argue that the Neighbourhood Plan should be an opportunity to improve the town, building upon its current strengths and making good any weaknesses' she says. Professor Butel's report … [Read more...]
Sustainable Development Guidance
This post includes references to various sources of guidance on sustainable building. Building for Life 12 Cornwall Sustainable-Building-Guide Code For Sustainable Homes Code For Sustainable Homes Technical Guide The Passivhaus standard is also potentially relevant to our work. … [Read more...]
2012 Conservation Area Appraisal Statement
The purpose of this document was to clearly define the special interest, character and appearance of the conservation area. The appraisal should then inform development control decisions and policies and act as a foundation for further work on design guidance and enhancement schemes, such as might flow from the Neighbourhood Plan. Liskeard-Conservation-Area-Character-Appraisal-and-Management-Plan … [Read more...]
European Structural and Investmnent Fund Strategy for Cornwall and IoS
This is the strategy about how Cornwall will challenge poor economic performance and make our communities better places using European structural funds. It aims 'to deliver sustainable growth through innovation, increasing our competitiveness and consolidating our existing assets, capitalising on opportunities for distinct competitive advantage presented by our natural and cultural resources. We will grow bedrock industries such as food, farming and marine and develop a strong creative sector … [Read more...]
Caradon Local Plan 1st Alteration 2007
The original Caradon Local Plan, which included general policy for the Liskeard area, and a separate Liskeard Statement, was adopted in August 1999. An immediate review commenced, leading to the publication of a draft review in 2003. This was subjected to a Public Inquiry in 2006/7 and finally adopted in 2007. It has a main document, supported by separate maps. Caradon Local Plan 1st Alteration Interim-Proposals-Map Caradon Local Plan 1st Alteration Full Document Caradon Local Plan … [Read more...]