Have you heard the word?
Vote YES on the 3rd
Thursday 3 December 2026 · Polls open 7am–10pm
Voting dates and details →
The Hoe Neighbourhood Plan will:
01
Shape Future Development
Give local people a greater say in planning decisions and encourage well-designed developments that respect the Hoe's distinctive character, scale, heritage and surroundings.
02
Protect & Improve Our Green Spaces
Provide extra protection for local green spaces, trees, and biodiversity and improve our natural environment.
03
Protect Our Iconic Views & Heritage
Preserve the Hoe's iconic views, historic buildings, heritage assets, and distinctive streetscapes for future generations.
04
Improve Streets, Parking & Public Spaces
Address neighbourhood parking pressures, improve pedestrian safety and accessibility, and create safer streets and better public spaces.
05
Create a Greener, More Sustainable Hoe
Encourage energy-efficient buildings, low-carbon technologies, and more sustainable transport, while respecting the Hoe's historic character.
Your questions answered
A little clarity goes a long way. Explore the answers to questions about the Plan and the referendum.
What protection does the Plan offer historic buildings and landmarks?
The Plan seeks to conserve the Hoe's historic character, including listed buildings, conservation areas and locally important heritage assets.
Policies H1 and H3 provide guidance on how development should respond to historic buildings, streetscapes and the area's maritime identity.
The Plan supplements existing heritage protections rather than replacing them.
What does the Plan say about housing and holiday lets?
Policy HS1 addresses housing mix, accessibility and environmental standards, with the aim of supporting a balanced local community.
The Plan also recognises concerns about short-term holiday lets, second homes and their possible effects on permanent residential communities.
It proposes monitoring these issues and working with relevant partners. However, it does not itself introduce a ban on holiday lets or new licensing arrangements.
It's really important you vote YES for your Hoe on December 3rd.
Meet the people
Hilary Kolinksi
I love living on The Hoe and all that it has to offer - Plymouth’s playground right on our doorstep.
Jacki Berry
I care about how my neighbourhood will develop and change in the coming years. It's important that local people have a say in what those changes are. I'm voting YES on this referendum.
Penny Tarrant
The Hoe is a unique and special place for people, heritage, history and for nature. It takes an urban village to nurture it for everyone and everything. In times of huge change and uncertainty, our neighbourhood can speak with a louder, stronger voice if we vote Yes for the Hoe Neighbourhood Plan.
Campaign events
Tuesday 17 November 2026, 11:59pm
Register to vote by midnight on Tuesday 17 November
Tuesday 17 November, midnight: register to vote.
Thursday 3 December 2026, 7:00am
The Referendum!
The Hoe Neighbourhood Plan referendum is on Thursday 3 December 2026. Polling stations are open 7am to 10pm.