Residents in the Royal Borough of Greenwich are being asked give their opinions at the Big Local Plan Community Assembly so they can help shape the borough’s future, writes Frankie Hills…
The council is actively looking for to join the Local Plan Committee in order to voice residents thoughts about proposed plans. Local Plans are the blueprint councils need in order to properly guide and support developers in constructing new housing developments where they’re needed most.
They are hosting a half-day event on Saturday 7th February 2026 to discuss the big issues faced by communities to proposed developments, and what strategic solutions could look like.
Council leader Anthony Okereke said: “Our plans are bold and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we want to hear from as many people as possible, because no one knows the borough better than the people who call it home. We want to build nearly 45,000 new homes and create thousands of jobs – that’s not a small feat, so we want to know how you think we can do that.”
The draft for the Local Plan will be divided into eight themes: Places, Housing, Economy, Town Centres, Design and Heritage, Environment, Climate Emergency and Transport. The plan hopes to identify areas that are suitable for development with these parameters considered, and how any developments would work in reality with the infrastructure behind it.
Those wishing to involve themselves and represent their communities can register their interest in the Community Assembly.
For those wishing to not take part in the Community Assembly, but still wanting to get involved in the Local Plan consultation, they can do so here and will have until Sunday 8th February to voice their thoughts.
