Object

Representation ID: 26517

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: Jacqueline Bates

Silsden allocated a disproportionate number of houses for its current size, level of amenity and road network.

Not clear how the town’s expansion is justified when traffic congestion and lack of green amenity space is a problem.

No planned employment expansion. New houses will bring more commuters.

New school will exacerbate traffic issues exiting onto Bolton Road or from Howden Road. School is a long way from most densely populated areas. More homes and families will equal more strain.

Idea that town is well-connected to the rail network is untrue. Walk is unpleasant and connections problematic.

Roads/pavements are crumbling. CCTV is required to stop crime. Flooding is an issue – more development means more run-off. Town centre requires investment. Will increased housing ensure a proportionate increase in investment?

Would be re-assuring to see Council acknowledging issues raised by the community, devising strategies and designating funds to prepare for problems that development will bring before it takes place.