People have been urged to make their voices heard over two projects that could create thousands of jobs and homes. Residents in Rushcliffe and Broxtowe are being asked to help inform the design of future communities in their areas, as part of a government pilot scheme.
Focused on design quality at future development sites at Toton and Chetwynd Barracks and the Ratcliffe-on-Soar Power Station area, the design consultation will seek views on more connected, sustainable, and beautiful places for people to live and work. Ratcliffe-on-Soar Power Station, which is scheduled for closure in 2024, is set to become a new industrial and business area, including a 'gigafactory' and hotel, while the planned closure of Chetwynd Barracks in 2026, is hoped to allow the construction of 4,500 homes.
Ben Bradley MP, Leader of Nottinghamshire County Council, said: “Proposals for Toton and Chetwynd and Ratcliffe-on-Soar are an important part of our long-term vision for the future of the county. New developments here could bring in thousands of new jobs, add billions to the regional economy and provide much-needed new homes.
