Environment & Heritage

To protect and enhance the wildlife, environment and heritage assets together with the diverse landscapes and views within and surrounding Shepton Mallet.

Transport

To ensure future growth mitigates for increased traffic and vehicle use by making provision for this within development design, including promoting walking and cycling in our town

Health and Recreation

To ensure a wide range of local facilities, protect, enhance, and increase green spaces,  and improve recreation availability for the expanding town.

Town Centre and Economy

To support the local economy and to encourage future growth and employment within existing and new businesses and to ensure the preservation and enhancement of the high street area

Housing and Built Environment

To support future growth whilst retaining the distinctive character of the town and maintaining its rural settings and views.