Local Residents
Those affected by the creation of a ConnectedCity will gain - generous compensation for properties directly affected
- higher property values from the area's greater amenity
- prospect of progressively lower local taxes
- radically improved public transport
- minimal increase or reduction of traffic congestion
- better community facilities – health centres, community colleges, etc - all easily accessible
- greater shopping choice
- more local job opportunities
Local Authorities
Those which create a ConnectedCity gain - a clear strategy for dealing sustainably with the pressures of growth and increased population
- support from government for their development plans
- access to funding opportunities
- powers to plan and operate local transport
- healthy new development
- wealth creation as the groups of towns become magnets for economic growth
- increasing ground rent income from new green towns and new green quarters
- ability to develop solutions appropriate for local circumstances while benefiting from national support
- long term prospect of financial independence
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