Object

Representation ID: 20583

Received: 11/03/2021

Respondent: Kerry Tunnicliffe

• Loss of beautiful views and recreational areas, frequently used by walkers.
• The fields are home to wildlife and a feeding area for bats. Its also full of wild flowers and plants critical to bees;
• The ground slopes, is rarely dry - development will heighten the risk of flooding within properties and the surrounding area.
• Will increase cars and put further strain on the local road infrastructure. The roads are already congested in both directions at peak times - could significantly impact access for emergency vehicles.
• Increased pollution and worsening air quality
• Loss of greenbelt
• Increased pressure on the local infrastructure, including retail and education
• there are several more brownfield or commercial sites, including the soon to be demolished Ian Clough Hall, which could provide houses.
• Does not comply with Council commitment to become net carbon zero.
• The field BA5/H also houses at least 1 tree and surrounding woodland with a Protection Order on it.