Homes, parking and infrastructure will feature strongly in next week’s meeting of Cornwall Council’s cabinet.

Proposals under consideration include land in Newquay and Launceston being purchased under the Council’s Housing Development Programme (HDP).

If supported, the proposal is aimed to help meet increased demand for affordable housing for local residents, delivering 675 new homes.

Cabinet will also be discussing the proposed charges for the new Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) which will allow the council to raise money from developers to pay for infrastructure like roads, schools and playgrounds. 

Following an extensive review of the way the Council delivers parking services across Cornwall, new parking plans will be considered.

Proposals include upgrades to technology so car park users can pay on exit and book a space in advance, which would allow people to spend more time in town centres.  Improving the technology in the busiest car parks will also free up enforcement officers to tackle on-street parking issues.

Cabinet members will also consider the findings of an inquiry into the best way for members make decisions around the work of the Cornwall Investment Programme. 

Members of the public are able to attend the Cabinet meeting in person at New County Hall, or can watch the meeting via a live webcast.

Members of the public can also submit questions via cornwall.gov.uk no later than mid-day two clear working days before the meeting.