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Infrastructure Adoption
P003219 - 15 July 2026
Presentations: 1
Presenters: 1
Housing
Local Government
At a Glance
This petition concerning infrastructure adoption was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.
Issue Summary
The petition addresses the issue of unadopted infrastructure in new build estates within Mid Cheshire, where residents are facing prolonged uncertainty and potential financial liabilities due to delayed adoption of roads, drains, and sewers by public authorities.
Action Requested
The petitioners request that the House of Commons urges the Government to develop a clear standards framework for infrastructure adoption, ensure collaboration between housing developers, local authorities, and water utilities to expedite infrastructure adoption, and legislate if necessary to guarantee timely adoption of infrastructure.
Key Facts
- Over 4,700 households across Northwich, Middlewich, and Winsford are on new build estates with unadopted infrastructure.
- These properties represent more than 12% of all properties in the affected areas.
- The online petition has been signed by over 720 people.
Presentation Timeline
MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.
Presented
15 July 2026
Andrew Cooper
Lab
Mid Cheshire
I rise to present a petition on behalf of residents of Mid Cheshire pertaining to unadopted estates in my constituency.
Around 4,700 households—equivalent to more than 12% of all properties across Northwich, Middlewich and Winsford—are on new build estates where basic infrastructure such as roads, drains and sewers remain unadopted by public authorities. The petition, alongside an accompanying online petition, has been signed by over 720 people.
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