Support

Representation ID: 2446

Received: 20/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Peter Down

In principle, I support the proposed policy SP2. However, to date City of Bradford MDC appears to have treated the outlying areas (especially Bingley) as suburbs, and extensions of Bradford. There needs to be a greater emphasis on treating the Principal Towns and Local Centres as unique with policies that are tailored to them and plays to their strengths. Treating every area in a similar manner to the City Centre is not acceptable. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted that there is a desire for more local services and community facilities to avoid the need to have to travel into Bradford City Centre. In addition, the green spaces between the various areas should be respected to help retain each area’s unique identity and maintain spatial separation. Having this type of approach should also benefit the proposed environmental and social policies.