Object

Representation ID: 26613

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: Elaine Hughes

Green Belt exceptional circumstances not demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.

No consideration of the pandemic and Brexit effects. 2021 census should inform future planning policy.

No information provided on road impact. It is inconsistent with the Council’s climate emergency declaration. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.

Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling, riding etc. Its development will impact health.

Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the environmental impact of development, especially on ancient woodland (Black Carr & Kit Woods). Building in it would be an ecological disaster.

Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Why pick on Green Belt areas when there are plenty of brownfield sites. Stop taking the easy option, destroying areas that people love/are proud of to satisfy Government targets.