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Representation ID: 1401

Received: 13/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Margaret Austin

Areas AD3/H and AD4/H both classed as Green Belt. Both surrounded by ancient hedgerows and mature trees and AD4/H has a stream flowing through it. These features provide a highway for wildlife. Commonly seen in these fields are Barn Owls, bats, Sparrowhawk, Great Spotted Woodpeckers and Curlews. Curlews are on the red list of endangered birds, mainly due to loss of habitat. Many other birds also use these hedgerows and trees for shelter and nesting. Flocks of birds visit these fields to hunt for food including Starlings, Rooks, Jackdaws and migrating flocks of Redwing and Fieldfare. AD3/H is adjacent to the medieval hollow lane and hedgerow on the northern boundary. Addingham already has a problem with surface water runoff in times of heavy rain leading to potential flooding in the village. Surface water runoff from more roads and 87 more driveways on the hillside will only increase this problem.