Object

Representation ID: 11264

Received: 17/03/2021

Respondent: Andrew Conally

Land designated as Green Belt to prevent urban sprawl. Council have not produced evidence to show “exceptional circumstances” why the fields have to be removed from Green Belt.

Proposal is not “sound”. Alternative (non-Green Belt) sites suitable for development in the Baildon area have not been taken into consideration.

Will generate considerable traffic on lane with poor visibility, limited width pavements thus generating considerable risks to lives/health of pedestrians/motorists. Increased numbers of vehicles will generate considerable standing traffic in the surrounding area.

Will not meet overarching environmental objective of protecting/enhancing the environment including valued landscapes.

Will increase pollution as well as generate pluvial flooding. Development close to the Moors will inhibit and reduce the environment that supports local wildlife.

West Yorkshire Combined Authority Review likely to result in further parcels of (non-Green Belt) land becoming available. No need to remove the fields from the Green Belt to meet targets.