Object

Representation ID: 22285

Received: 23/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Sonya Hampton

Concerns at the approach adopted in respect of affordable housing policy have been expressed at Q4. In addition it is a surprise that despite a wealth of evidence in the Local Plan that should be used as input, it has clearly had little or no consideration e.g. looking at the suggested targets used in HO5, there are issues affecting the credibility of the figures in Zones 3 and 4.

Affordable home payment contributions by a developer can be made instead of delivering affordable housing on a development site. If BDMC have a genuine commitment to deliver affordable housing across the District, why is this even considered in the Local Plan? What is the justification or basis for this policy when affordable housing is needed in all areas of development?