Helping Hampshire and the Solent plan for sustainable growth
The Forum helps local authorities, developers and their partners address issues early, improve understanding and support the delivery of sustainable, high-quality development.
We provide a platform where stakeholders can connect their plans, share insight and consider the cumulative challenges and opportunities facing the region.
We aim to:
Create constructive dialogue
We provide a trusted setting for open discussion between local government and the development community.
Improve understanding
We help members understand political, planning, infrastructure and economic priorities across Hampshire and the Solent.
Address barriers early
We identify shared delivery challenges and create opportunities to discuss practical responses before issues become entrenched.
Support sustainable development
We promote development that responds to local character, infrastructure capacity, environmental constraints and climate change.
Strengthen the regional voice
We amplify members’ views on issues affecting Hampshire and the Solent and contribute to wider regional and national discussions.
Share knowledge and good practice
We enable members to learn from projects, places and approaches across the region and beyond.