Object

Representation ID: 3048

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Birgit Schluckebier

Housing Distribution - Burley in Wharfedale

I object to the proposed housing target for the settlement of 625 units.

I acknowledge that Burley in Wharfedale continues to be a designated local growth centre. However, the figure of 625 units is disproportionate in the context of the existing size and status of the village. An additional 625 dwellings would represent an increase of almost 25% to current number of housing. It is difficult to see how a relatively small settlement like Burley in Wharfedale could accommodate such a dramatic increase.

I am aware that planning permission has recently been granted for 500 dwellings to be built on the Sun Lane site in Burley in Wharfedale. I would respectfully submit that these additional 500 dwellings – representing an increase of about 18% on current levels – are certainly sufficient for Burley in Wharfedale and that no further allocation for housing is needed or indeed appropriate.