Have your say on how big planning and development issues in Trafford are decided

Big consultation exercise taking place across the borough

People in Trafford are being asked for their views on how planning and development issues are to be managed during the next 15 years.

The public consultation is taking place on the Trafford Local Plan, which covers housing, economic, roads and transport and environmental matters.

It will align with the Greater Manchester’ Places for Everyone Plan - approved in March 2024 - and will provide detailed local policies.

Comments are invited on the draft Local Plan, newly approved by Trafford council’s executive, from today until June 25.

The consultation documents, including the Draft Local Plan, will be available to view on the council’s website and residents are encouraged to complete the online survey via the Council’s Citizen Space platform www.trafford.gov.uk/draftlocalplan.

The consultation documents will also be available to view at deposit locations at Trafford Town Hall, Trafford Council’s Sale Waterside offices, and Borough libraries.

A series of drop-in consultation sessions will be held during the consultation period, where council officers will be available to answer questions.

Events take place at the following locations: Thursday May 1, Stretford Library, 3.30pm to 7.30pm; Tuesday May 6, Urmston Library, 3pm to 7.30pm; Wednesday May 7, St Anne’s Church, Sale, 3pm to 7.30pm; Thursday May 8, Timperley Library, 3pm to 7.30pm; Monday May 12, Old Trafford Library, 3pm to 7.30pm; Wednesday May 14, Altrincham Library, 3pm to 7.30pm; Thursday May 15, Partington Library, 3pm to 7.30pm, Monday May 19, Sale Library, 2pm to 7pm.

Coun Liz Patel, Trafford council’s executive member for economy and regeneration, called on as many people as possible to have their say on the details of the policies.

She said: “Our planning policies and decisions have an impact on everyday life in Trafford. By getting involved in shaping the council’s overall approach to planning and development, people can influence the changes and opportunities ahead, for many years to come.

“The more people who take part, the better we can reflect the needs and wants of everyone who lives, works and visits here.”

Alongside this consultation, the council is conducting a 'Call for Sites' exercise, offering individuals the chance to propose sites for potential development, protection, or other uses within Trafford.

This consultation is focused solely on the policies of the draft Trafford Local Plan. A separate consultation regarding site allocations and designations will take place later in 2025.