Object

Representation ID: 8241

Received: 22/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Rachel Thresh

BA6/H West Lane (2):

The Council have not produced evidence to demonstrate “exceptional circumstances” why the fields have to be removed from Green Belt. Unless they do, the fields should stay as Green Belt.

The Council’s proposal is not “sound” as per the requirements of the NPPF (Feb 2019). There are alternative (non-Green Belt) sites in the area which have not been taken into consideration in the proposal. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic there could be viable alternatives, like commercial premises that could be repurposed.

Development of the fields will generate considerable traffic on a lane with poor visibility, pavements of limited width and thus generate considerable risks to the lives and health of pedestrians and motorists.

The development of the fields will increase pollution. Being close to the Moors will inhibit / reduce the environment that supports local wildlife including deer, birds and bats