Object

Representation ID: 4862

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: SHMS

Site encompasses the protected Sykes Lane, protection of ancient hedgerows will be lost if integrated into site. Site should be split into 2 sections and ancient hedgerows protected along Sykes Lane which provide a natural barrier supporting habitats. Access across Sykes Lane would further erode the value of this key feature in the history of Silsden.
The adjacent completed development "The Banks" design layout included an access to SI4/H.
If access is from SI/020, additional improvements will be required to the junction with Keighley Road, possible including signalling.
Flood risk from canal, canal suffers leakage at several points. Allotments fulfill a local need, a large proportion of Silsden is terraced housing with little or no gardens. The infrastructure needed for Silsden sites needs to be provided in advance of development namely combined sewer up grading, electricity supply upgrading, highway improvements, improvement of footpath routes and bridge to access rail network.