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Representation ID: 2189

Received: 18/03/2021

Respondent: Dr Keith Bothamley

We are fortunate, in the western part of the village, in having a relatively quiet, green segment of open space, incorporating Marchup Nature Reserve, the recreation ground, allotments and Turner Lane. this is an area used heavily by residents of all ages and is an area rich in wildlife. Developing plot AD7/H, adjacent to this green segment, would radically alter the nature of this part of our village, damaging its value as a wildlife corridor, reducing biodiversity and removing the recreational benefits it provides for residents. I feel these areas are also the least appropriate in terms of vehicle access: vehicles would either have to use Moor Lane / Moor Park Drive to enter the current Turner Lane cul-de-sac, or new access would have to be created directly from or close to the existing A65 roundabout. There are serious and significant congestion, safety and pollution factors with either option.