Comment

Representation ID: 11402

Received: 17/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Robert Felstead

Query the proportion of new homes provide on brownfield land. Information not in Local Plan paperwork.

SHMA suggests at least 25% of housing should be affordable homes. However, the issue of under-delivery persists, raising questions. Over the last 5 years stands at 17% of the housing total.

Key issue is not affordability but one of income and social housing provision. Affordable housing is needed. Affordable social housing is needed geared towards those whose income is less that £18,200 and are not catered for in the Plan.

Government’s definition of affordable housing noted, however Council should consider using an alternative definition, e.g. that used by Manchester City Council. It is reviewed annually to determine how much of the city’s housing is affordable.

Inevitable that some housing must be met from Green Belt. Burley’s housing allocation in this section shown as 326 units, not the 625 shown in the Local Plan.