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The Southampton City Vision consultation has now closed. We will share results in the coming weeks and there will be further opportunity to give us your views later in the year.

A row of six new build houses

Identifying appropriate land for new homes is a fundamental part of a Local Plan. Central government gives every local planning authority a target for the number of homes per year it should aim to deliver. Whilst we are guided on the number of new homes, we can influence the types of property and ownership and we would like to know your views about this by answering a few questions.

Identifying appropriate land for new homes is a fundamental part of a Local Plan. Central government gives every local planning authority a target for the number of homes per year it should aim to deliver. Whilst we are guided on the number of new homes, we can influence the types of property and ownership and we would like to know your views about this by answering a few questions.

The Southampton City Vision consultation has now closed. We will share results in the coming weeks and there will be further opportunity to give us your views later in the year.

Do you have any questions for us...? Ask them here and we will get back to you as soon as possible... 

Please note that we may publish your question and our response on this page so that it will be visible to others. Please be assured that we would never do this if your question contains any information that could be used to identify you or others, or if you ask us not to. 

  • Share Have you considered the number of 'family' homes already minutes from the city centre? I refer to those in the SO14 postal area, many of which were built in the Victorian period. These family houses, many 3-bedroomed with gardens, have stood the test of time. They have also, unfortunately, often been purchased by landlords who wish to maximise their profits by splitting the house in to saleable 'rooms'. Now that the two universities have been developing their own facilities for the student population, might not some of these houses return to family use? This is a project the Council could involve itself in. Many local people are searching for affordable family homes, and while the City has thousands of 2-bed apartments, it is not using its actual existing housing stock for families. It would be an advantageous move to re-cycle these older buildings (which have huge appeal as they are brick-built and solid, although they may need upgrading to render them able to meet current requirements regarding insulation and maintenance of appropriate temperatures. Can you consider looking again at the family houses which spread out from the civic centre, virtually ten-minutes walk away on all sides from that centre? They could be recycled (hold a design competition?) and Southampton could show the rest of Britain how to make fantastic use of old housing stock. on Facebook Share Have you considered the number of 'family' homes already minutes from the city centre? I refer to those in the SO14 postal area, many of which were built in the Victorian period. These family houses, many 3-bedroomed with gardens, have stood the test of time. They have also, unfortunately, often been purchased by landlords who wish to maximise their profits by splitting the house in to saleable 'rooms'. Now that the two universities have been developing their own facilities for the student population, might not some of these houses return to family use? This is a project the Council could involve itself in. Many local people are searching for affordable family homes, and while the City has thousands of 2-bed apartments, it is not using its actual existing housing stock for families. It would be an advantageous move to re-cycle these older buildings (which have huge appeal as they are brick-built and solid, although they may need upgrading to render them able to meet current requirements regarding insulation and maintenance of appropriate temperatures. Can you consider looking again at the family houses which spread out from the civic centre, virtually ten-minutes walk away on all sides from that centre? They could be recycled (hold a design competition?) and Southampton could show the rest of Britain how to make fantastic use of old housing stock. on Twitter Share Have you considered the number of 'family' homes already minutes from the city centre? I refer to those in the SO14 postal area, many of which were built in the Victorian period. These family houses, many 3-bedroomed with gardens, have stood the test of time. They have also, unfortunately, often been purchased by landlords who wish to maximise their profits by splitting the house in to saleable 'rooms'. Now that the two universities have been developing their own facilities for the student population, might not some of these houses return to family use? This is a project the Council could involve itself in. Many local people are searching for affordable family homes, and while the City has thousands of 2-bed apartments, it is not using its actual existing housing stock for families. It would be an advantageous move to re-cycle these older buildings (which have huge appeal as they are brick-built and solid, although they may need upgrading to render them able to meet current requirements regarding insulation and maintenance of appropriate temperatures. Can you consider looking again at the family houses which spread out from the civic centre, virtually ten-minutes walk away on all sides from that centre? They could be recycled (hold a design competition?) and Southampton could show the rest of Britain how to make fantastic use of old housing stock. on Linkedin Email Have you considered the number of 'family' homes already minutes from the city centre? I refer to those in the SO14 postal area, many of which were built in the Victorian period. These family houses, many 3-bedroomed with gardens, have stood the test of time. They have also, unfortunately, often been purchased by landlords who wish to maximise their profits by splitting the house in to saleable 'rooms'. Now that the two universities have been developing their own facilities for the student population, might not some of these houses return to family use? This is a project the Council could involve itself in. Many local people are searching for affordable family homes, and while the City has thousands of 2-bed apartments, it is not using its actual existing housing stock for families. It would be an advantageous move to re-cycle these older buildings (which have huge appeal as they are brick-built and solid, although they may need upgrading to render them able to meet current requirements regarding insulation and maintenance of appropriate temperatures. Can you consider looking again at the family houses which spread out from the civic centre, virtually ten-minutes walk away on all sides from that centre? They could be recycled (hold a design competition?) and Southampton could show the rest of Britain how to make fantastic use of old housing stock. link

    Have you considered the number of 'family' homes already minutes from the city centre? I refer to those in the SO14 postal area, many of which were built in the Victorian period. These family houses, many 3-bedroomed with gardens, have stood the test of time. They have also, unfortunately, often been purchased by landlords who wish to maximise their profits by splitting the house in to saleable 'rooms'. Now that the two universities have been developing their own facilities for the student population, might not some of these houses return to family use? This is a project the Council could involve itself in. Many local people are searching for affordable family homes, and while the City has thousands of 2-bed apartments, it is not using its actual existing housing stock for families. It would be an advantageous move to re-cycle these older buildings (which have huge appeal as they are brick-built and solid, although they may need upgrading to render them able to meet current requirements regarding insulation and maintenance of appropriate temperatures. Can you consider looking again at the family houses which spread out from the civic centre, virtually ten-minutes walk away on all sides from that centre? They could be recycled (hold a design competition?) and Southampton could show the rest of Britain how to make fantastic use of old housing stock.

    Marchand asked about 2 years ago

    We recognise that there is a need for family housing in the city but would like to clarify that the plan making process stands separate to and has a different purpose to other Council initiative or targeted projects. As such, will share this suggestion with relevant teams. From a plan making and planning policy perspective however, we do currently have housing policies which seek to ensure housing can be delivered in the right places across the city, that support a mix of types and tenure of housing as well as a policy which seeks to protect family housing in the city and, where possible, to ensure that family housing converted to houses of multiple occupation are able to be easy restored back to their former use in the future. That said, we will be looking at the wording of all policies to see if they need any alteration or can be strengthened to achieve Council objectives. This along with other Council teams driving new and innovative council initiatives, as you have suggested, are all ways in which we can ensure the right housing is being delivered for residents in the city. Thank you for your suggestion and input.

  • Share Having been born in Southampton I have seen a lot of changes throughout my city in my fifty plus years, some have been inspiring and some have fallen short. Due to "let's say" bad luck work choices I have had to rely on council housing to home myself and my family, unfortunately council housing has not been this councils priority since the days of Margaret Thatcher, because the government has not allowed this city to replace its ageing stock until now. I believe that this administration hasn't considered those like myself that cannot afford to even purchase a half and half property, and being disabled has limited homes that I am able to bid for, please can someone explain to me why housing being built that is suitable for a disabled person like my self being sold on the open market, I have followed the new build properties in Town Hill Park, Keynsham avenue, starboard way, Yeovil chase and Exford avenue and it has confused me why only a small percentage was offered to those people waiting on the housing list, on Facebook Share Having been born in Southampton I have seen a lot of changes throughout my city in my fifty plus years, some have been inspiring and some have fallen short. Due to "let's say" bad luck work choices I have had to rely on council housing to home myself and my family, unfortunately council housing has not been this councils priority since the days of Margaret Thatcher, because the government has not allowed this city to replace its ageing stock until now. I believe that this administration hasn't considered those like myself that cannot afford to even purchase a half and half property, and being disabled has limited homes that I am able to bid for, please can someone explain to me why housing being built that is suitable for a disabled person like my self being sold on the open market, I have followed the new build properties in Town Hill Park, Keynsham avenue, starboard way, Yeovil chase and Exford avenue and it has confused me why only a small percentage was offered to those people waiting on the housing list, on Twitter Share Having been born in Southampton I have seen a lot of changes throughout my city in my fifty plus years, some have been inspiring and some have fallen short. Due to "let's say" bad luck work choices I have had to rely on council housing to home myself and my family, unfortunately council housing has not been this councils priority since the days of Margaret Thatcher, because the government has not allowed this city to replace its ageing stock until now. I believe that this administration hasn't considered those like myself that cannot afford to even purchase a half and half property, and being disabled has limited homes that I am able to bid for, please can someone explain to me why housing being built that is suitable for a disabled person like my self being sold on the open market, I have followed the new build properties in Town Hill Park, Keynsham avenue, starboard way, Yeovil chase and Exford avenue and it has confused me why only a small percentage was offered to those people waiting on the housing list, on Linkedin Email Having been born in Southampton I have seen a lot of changes throughout my city in my fifty plus years, some have been inspiring and some have fallen short. Due to "let's say" bad luck work choices I have had to rely on council housing to home myself and my family, unfortunately council housing has not been this councils priority since the days of Margaret Thatcher, because the government has not allowed this city to replace its ageing stock until now. I believe that this administration hasn't considered those like myself that cannot afford to even purchase a half and half property, and being disabled has limited homes that I am able to bid for, please can someone explain to me why housing being built that is suitable for a disabled person like my self being sold on the open market, I have followed the new build properties in Town Hill Park, Keynsham avenue, starboard way, Yeovil chase and Exford avenue and it has confused me why only a small percentage was offered to those people waiting on the housing list, link

    Having been born in Southampton I have seen a lot of changes throughout my city in my fifty plus years, some have been inspiring and some have fallen short. Due to "let's say" bad luck work choices I have had to rely on council housing to home myself and my family, unfortunately council housing has not been this councils priority since the days of Margaret Thatcher, because the government has not allowed this city to replace its ageing stock until now. I believe that this administration hasn't considered those like myself that cannot afford to even purchase a half and half property, and being disabled has limited homes that I am able to bid for, please can someone explain to me why housing being built that is suitable for a disabled person like my self being sold on the open market, I have followed the new build properties in Town Hill Park, Keynsham avenue, starboard way, Yeovil chase and Exford avenue and it has confused me why only a small percentage was offered to those people waiting on the housing list,

    Michael asked about 2 years ago

    Thank you for you comments. This is not something that can be controlled through planning but I will ensure that your comments are passed to our colleagues in housing.

  • Share What abour existing homes? Most of us will continue to live in homes already built. What about some commitment to greening of streets, limits on extensions to existing properties, and laying of concrete that prevents water from soaking into the ground? on Facebook Share What abour existing homes? Most of us will continue to live in homes already built. What about some commitment to greening of streets, limits on extensions to existing properties, and laying of concrete that prevents water from soaking into the ground? on Twitter Share What abour existing homes? Most of us will continue to live in homes already built. What about some commitment to greening of streets, limits on extensions to existing properties, and laying of concrete that prevents water from soaking into the ground? on Linkedin Email What abour existing homes? Most of us will continue to live in homes already built. What about some commitment to greening of streets, limits on extensions to existing properties, and laying of concrete that prevents water from soaking into the ground? link

    What abour existing homes? Most of us will continue to live in homes already built. What about some commitment to greening of streets, limits on extensions to existing properties, and laying of concrete that prevents water from soaking into the ground?

    fair dinkum asked about 2 years ago

    Commitment to the greening of streets is not something directly related to the Local Plan, rather it would be an issue for the Council's Green City Team. We will ensure to pass on your comments for consideration in their works. As for limits on extensions to existing properties, the national permitted development rights set out rules for the types of extensions that are allowed without requiring planning permission. The Council cannot directly influence these rules but for any extensions beyond the set criteria planning permission is and will be required. For such proposals our planning policies are used to determine the acceptability of schemes, taking account of all material planning considerations. Whilst there are already policies in place to manage such development, they are being reviewed as part of the development of the new Southampton City Vision Local Plan. Similarly, there are also policies in place which address issues of flooding and drainage. Again, these policies are being reviewed in the development of the new local plan to ensure appropriate surface water run-off management.

  • Share How do you suggest sites/areas for potential redevelopment. on Facebook Share How do you suggest sites/areas for potential redevelopment. on Twitter Share How do you suggest sites/areas for potential redevelopment. on Linkedin Email How do you suggest sites/areas for potential redevelopment. link

    How do you suggest sites/areas for potential redevelopment.

    Fuzzy21 asked about 2 years ago

    We have run two 'call for sites' consultations over the last two years where people can suggest potential sites for development. If you do wish to suggest something please email the details to: local.plan@southampton.gov.uk 

  • Share I was hoping to see a question on housing energy standards in here. Given central government net zero target is only 28 years away and there are discussions around citywide carbon emissions targets sooner will the new builds all be carbon neutral? What minimum standards for biodiversity net gain will be set? on Facebook Share I was hoping to see a question on housing energy standards in here. Given central government net zero target is only 28 years away and there are discussions around citywide carbon emissions targets sooner will the new builds all be carbon neutral? What minimum standards for biodiversity net gain will be set? on Twitter Share I was hoping to see a question on housing energy standards in here. Given central government net zero target is only 28 years away and there are discussions around citywide carbon emissions targets sooner will the new builds all be carbon neutral? What minimum standards for biodiversity net gain will be set? on Linkedin Email I was hoping to see a question on housing energy standards in here. Given central government net zero target is only 28 years away and there are discussions around citywide carbon emissions targets sooner will the new builds all be carbon neutral? What minimum standards for biodiversity net gain will be set? link

    I was hoping to see a question on housing energy standards in here. Given central government net zero target is only 28 years away and there are discussions around citywide carbon emissions targets sooner will the new builds all be carbon neutral? What minimum standards for biodiversity net gain will be set?

    DrC asked about 2 years ago

    Both are complex issues currently being discussed by the Council and expert officers both internally and externally. We need to ensure we are complying with national standards but also thinking about strategies for future improvements to meet the aforementioned targets. At this stage we are still considering options to present to the public for comment. However, not all improvements will be reliant on the emerging Local Plan, other teams in the Council will also have independent programmes and initiatives to aid in delivery and some of these projects are already well underway. For example, the Green City team already have the Air Quality Action Plan, Local NO2 Plan and Clean Air Strategy to 2025. We will however ensure that the Southampton City Vision Local Plan provides support where necessary and clear standards for future development to aid in the sustainable future of the city.