Comment

Representation ID: 27642

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: E.M. Farming & Leisure Ltd

Agent: McLoughlin Planning

Previously Developed Land / Affordable Housing

50% of new homes are expected to come forward on brownfield/previously developed land. Part of site EM/012 is considered to comprise previously developed land.

Whilst it is important to maximise/make effective use of PDL, it is important the ensure that its prioritisation does not compromise the delivery of homes in sustainable locations to meet local needs. Post Covid-19 it will be important to consider the future deliverability of intensely developed residential schemes, which will be dependent on the viability of PDL and demand for high density urban living.

25% of the housing requirement (426 dwellings per annum) is expected to be affordable housing, however the SHMA identifies a net annual imbalance of 441 affordable dwellings per year. Consideration needs to be given to total affordable housing need when determining an appropriate housing requirement. An increase in total housing figures may need to considered where it helps delivery affordable housing.