Comment

Representation ID: 28994

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: National Trust

As an observation we consider Part E could helpfully be subdivided to make a distinction between new development sites which would be required to provide compensatory improvements in the green belt and other proposals for use of land within green belt which would be supported only where it is consistent with national policy, so that it is not muddled.

As a general principle, we consider compensatory improvements should be identified for the development sites identified to be released in order to demonstrate that the impact of removing land from green belt can be offset. Planning Practice Guidance makes clear there may be scope for a range of measures informed by supporting evidence of landscape, biodiversity or recreational needs and opportunities including those set out in local strategies. We consider that the Plan should identify specific measures that will be delivered.