Public in Spelthorne urged to contribute to planning document
The draft code has already been updated after a first public consultation in March and April.The authority also previously organised walking tours to gather public opinion about the code.Malcolm Beecher, chair of the environment and sustainability committee, said the code set out a "shared vision for how we want our borough to grow"."The Design Code reflects what matters most to the people of Spelthorne," he said."This survey is your final chance to help shape this important planning document so please do have your say."
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