Crickhowell


\| Back \|	What should 'we' do with Cwrt-y-Gollen now?
	Cwrt-y-Gollen is a brownfield site because it was already developed as an army camp. But now it has closed. So should it be redeveloped as housing to help me the shortage of affordable homes (for local people)?

	What Do Planners Do? http://www.planning.org/aboutplanning/whatisplanning.htm
	Professional planners help create a broad vision for the community. They also research, design, and develop programs; lead public processes; effect social change; perform technical analyses; manage; and educate. Some planners focus on just some of these roles, such as transportation planning, but most will work at many kinds of planning throughout their careers. The basic element is the creation of a plan. Planners develop a plan through analysis of data and identification of goals for the community or the project. Planners help the community and its various groups identify their goals and form a particular vision.

	5.1 Who is involved in planning decisions in residential places?
	Match Up-Quiz those involved in planning process for Cwrt-y-Gollen


	5.2 How and why do conflicts occur?
	What is proposed?
	http://www.lda-design.co.uk/news/plans_revealed_for_transformation_of_former_brecon_beacons_army_camp_/
	What did the local community say?
	http://local.crickhowellinfo.org.uk/uploads/docs/7/16/20070814-informal_notes_from_Dec_2005_public_Mtg.pdf

	Dustbin Game - the conflict.
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	5.3 Why do some people have more power than others to influence planning decisions?
	What influences planning decisions? When we make decisions on planning applications we have to bear in mind: "brownfield good, greenfield bad'. national policies, set by the Department for Communities and Local Government the Local Plan, decided by the BBNP in consultation with local people (this will soon be replaced with the Local Development Framework) As well as these we also look at: village design statements environmental issues BBNP listed buildings conservation areas flood risk housing needs job creation prospects

	Money and power, education, confidence, being elected, official position, who you know, living locally, oral skills, sense of humour.
	Diamond 9 Exercise - Deciding what is important.
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	5.4 How might sustainable residential places be planned?
	One way is for the planners to involve the local community in discussing their longer term planning strategies ... They can do this by holding local meetings ...

	What were the main things the people in the Crickhowell (and Vale of Grwyney) areas told the BBNP to plan for ...
	http://www.breconbeacons.org/the-authority/planning/strategy-and-policy/local-development-plan/community-engagement/community-involvement-report
	Crickhowell - a small town
	3.4.1 Majority of residents in Crickhowell feel that affordable housing for local people is incredibly important while open market housing is not a priority. In addition to this the majority of residents within Crickhowell would like to see redundant farm buildings converted into housing, and many more would like to see them converted into housing for local people. Other comments included conversion of redundant farm buildings into mixed use or tourism developments. 3.4.2 Other issues that the residents have include the lack of public transport available in the area, new housing development is to be limited, speed restrictions in the town and more of a police presence. There is also a great desire to have facilities for younger people to enjoy. 3.4.3 Additionally, there were mixed comments to the suggestion of a bypass of Crickhowell to reduce traffic problems. Some people agreed, however the majority were against the suggestion. 3.4.4 Aspects of the Economy that residents find important to a Sustainable Community include: Local Employment Opportunities. Transportation including Public Transport. Vitality/Viability Of the Town. Sustainable Tourism. Local Food Production.
	Vale of Grwyney - a tiny village/hamlet
	3.21.2 Negative aspects of living in the community include: The increasing traffic. The possible development of the site at Cwrt-y-Gollen. No houses available for younger people. No public services. No parking available for houses.