Comment

Representation ID: 27917

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: E.M. Farming & Leisure Ltd

Agent: McLoughlin Planning

This policy states that unless site specific considerations indicate otherwise development should achieve a
minimum density of 35 dwellings per hectare (dph), with developments in locations including town centres
and areas well served by public transport and local amenities will be expected to achieve densities of at
least 50dph. The setting of residential density standards should be undertaken in accordance with the
paragraph 123 of the Framework where policies should be set to optimise the use of land. A range of
density standards specific to different areas of the city is appropriate to ensure that any proposed density
is appropriate to the character of the surrounding area.
The flexibility provided by this policy in relation to certain considerations is noted, this will allow developers
to react to some site-specific issues. However, further amendments could be made to create greater
flexibility to allow developers to take account of the evidence in relation to market aspirations, deliverability
and viability, the site’s context and accessibility.
The Council will also need to consider its approach to density in relation to other policies in the plan. Policies
such as open space provision, cycle and bin storage, housing mix, residential space standards, accessible
and adaptable dwellings and parking provision will all impact upon the density which can be delivered upon
site.