Comment

Representation ID: 23719

Received: 22/03/2021

Respondent: David Loud

The old school sites will become available for development once the new school opens to pupils. Both of these sites could be used to provide supported living for the elderly. Not only will this strategy address a need in the community, it will also provide a substantially higher yield than a traditional housing site. With an indicative 43 houses, the yield expected over both sites could increase to over 80. This could be run as a community land trust however significant support would be required to assist in the process. Remaining grounds could be developed as community garden and part of the existing school buildings could be used as a social hub for the residents and possibly the wider community.