Policy information sourced from the Elmbridge Core Strategy

CS20 - Older People

The Council will support the development of specialist accommodation for older people in suitable locations, to help deliver the targets set out in the Strategic Review of Housing Provision for Older People in Elmbridge (2009) and any subsequent review. This will be provided through a combination of new schemes and the remodelling of older, poorer quality sheltered housing which is no longer fit for purpose.

Existing specialist accommodation will be protected, unless it can be demonstrated that there is insufficient demand/need, or if the loss would result in an overall improvement of provision that is more responsive to the local needs of the whole community.

Accommodation should utilise creative design, be of high quality specification, incorporate generous space standards and a high proportion of two bedroom units (at least 50%) and have full wheelchair access. Bedsit accommodation will be discouraged.

The Council will work with older people and transport providers to enhance access to key local services, adult education and lifelong learning, particularly volunteering opportunities and the Centres for Retired People.

The Council will, where possible, seek to develop and support the roles of Centres for Retired People, Whiteley Village and where feasible new schemes as community hubs for leisure, recreation and community activities for older people.

For more information please see the Elmbridge Core Strategy