Support

Representation ID: 2510

Received: 20/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Peter Down

Whilst I support the proposed Policy SP8, there are various issues to be addressed. The current practice of developers deliberately not including affordable housing in their proposals and, instead, providing a contribution to City of Bradford MDC in order to delegate their responsibility must be stopped. If possible, disincentives should be in place to encourage developers to provide affordable housing. Similarly, there should be financial disincentives in relation to developed of greenfield and Green Belt land and, possibly, incentives provided to promote the redevelopment of brownfield sites. The provision of housing should not be at the expense of local amenities and facilities, especially in Local Centres and Rural Areas. There should be an aim for retaining amenities and facilities so that they are there for the benefit of the local population, including those related to areas of new housing.