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Local plan scoping consultation
Housing
Representation ID: 6792
Received: 01/09/2026
Respondent: Pinnacle Planning
The new Local Plan should set a clear minimum housing requirement, using the
standard method as the starting point and testing whether an uplift is needed to reflect
economic growth, infrastructure investment and unmet needs.
Comment
Local plan scoping consultation
Settlement hierarchy
Representation ID: 6793
Received: 01/09/2026
Respondent: Pinnacle Planning
A comprehensive review of the hierarchy is required. Settlements
such as Alderley Edge with its level of services, employment role and sustainability
credentials supporting consideration of its elevation from Local Service Centre to Key
Service Centre.
Comment
Local plan scoping consultation
Spatial distribution
Representation ID: 6794
Received: 01/09/2026
Respondent: Pinnacle Planning
Growth should be distributed through a plan
led, evidence-based approach which addresses current under-delivery, recognises the
needs of Local Service Centres and secures a fairer balance between northern and
southern Cheshire East
Comment
Local plan scoping consultation
Identifying and assessing sites
Representation ID: 6795
Received: 01/09/2026
Respondent: Pinnacle Planning
The Local Plan must be underpinned by robust SHLAA,
SHENA and viability evidence which transparently tests site suitability, deliverability,
constraints and the ability to provide affordable housing and infrastructure.
Comment
Local plan scoping consultation
Green Belt
Representation ID: 6796
Received: 01/09/2026
Respondent: Pinnacle Planning
A Green Belt and grey belt assessment is needed to identify sustainable
release opportunities, particularly where land does not strongly contribute to Green Belt
purposes and can help meet housing needs.
Comment
Local plan scoping consultation
Design
Representation ID: 6797
Received: 01/09/2026
Respondent: Pinnacle Planning
Design policy should await national guidance and avoid overly prescriptive or
borough-wide requirements that could undermine flexibility, viability or site-specific
placemaking.
Comment
Local plan scoping consultation
Housing mix
Representation ID: 6798
Received: 01/09/2026
Respondent: Pinnacle Planning
Housing mix policy should remain flexible and responsive to updated
evidence, market conditions and the differing needs of individual settlements.
Comment
Local plan scoping consultation
Housing standards
Representation ID: 6799
Received: 01/09/2026
Respondent: Pinnacle Planning
Local standards should not duplicate or exceed national
requirements unless justified by robust evidence and viability testing.
Comment
Local plan scoping consultation
Climate Change Adaptation
Representation ID: 6800
Received: 01/09/2026
Respondent: Pinnacle Planning
National Building Regulations, the Future Homes Standard
and NPPF policies already provide the appropriate framework for low-carbon homes, and
local policy should avoid unnecessary duplication or higher untested requirements.
Comment
Local plan scoping consultation
Engagement Approach
Representation ID: 6801
Received: 01/09/2026
Respondent: Pinnacle Planning
Early, proactive and direct engagement with landowners, promoters and
developers is essential to ensure site allocations are realistic, deliverable and supported
by credible trajectories.
