SE48/H - Westgate Hill Street, Tong

Object

Representation ID: 7306

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Charlotte Jones

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7315

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Christopher Readman

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7327

Received: 11/03/2021

Respondent: Mr and Mrs . Robinson

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.
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Object

Representation ID: 7336

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Raymond O'Connor

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7344

Received: 11/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Roy Thornton

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7353

Received: 11/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Tim Thornton

1. LOSS OF GREEN BELT - exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.

2. HOUSING NEED – no consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy.

3. SEBAR - no information provided on impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.

3. HEALTH AND WELLBEING – Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health.

4. IMPACT ON WILDLIFE – Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species – animals, trees and plants. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.

5. FLOOD RISK – Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7363

Received: 11/03/2021

Respondent: Mary Togher

1. LOSS OF GREEN BELT - exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.

2. HOUSING NEED – no consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy.

3. SEBAR - no information provided on impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.

3. HEALTH AND WELLBEING – Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health.

4. IMPACT ON WILDLIFE – Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species – animals, trees and plants. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.

5. FLOOD RISK – Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7375

Received: 11/03/2021

Respondent: Emma Lewis

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7384

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Lucy Clark

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7394

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Lucy Clark

1. LOSS OF GREEN BELT - exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
2. HOUSING NEED – no consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
3. SEBAR - no information provided on impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
3. HEALTH AND WELLBEING – Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
4. IMPACT ON WILDLIFE – Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species – animals, trees and plants. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
5. FLOOD RISK – Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7408

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Janet Lumley-Wallis

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7418

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Janet Lumley-Wallis

1. LOSS OF GREEN BELT - exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
2. HOUSING NEED – no consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
3. SEBAR - no information provided on impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
3. HEALTH AND WELLBEING – Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
4. IMPACT ON WILDLIFE – Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species – animals, trees and plants. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
5. FLOOD RISK – Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7434

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Phillip Jackson

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.
The area is already a hotspot for quads and bikes coming from the Homewood Estate. Building houses and roads between will only make access easier.
The schools and doctors in Pudsey are already over subscribed. Adding extra housing without adding extra schools and doctors surgeries is only adding to the problem.
There is now a very limited amount of green space, its loss would be detrimental to the appeal of Pudsey .

Object

Representation ID: 7447

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Sharon Haskins

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7461

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs M Wright

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7470

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs M Wright

1. LOSS OF GREEN BELT - exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
2. HOUSING NEED – no consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
3. SEBAR - no information provided on impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
3. HEALTH AND WELLBEING – Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
4. IMPACT ON WILDLIFE – Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species – animals, trees and plants. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
5. FLOOD RISK – Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7481

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Alex Singleton

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7491

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Julie Lambert

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7504

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Joanne Brook

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7515

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Michael J Bray

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.
.I regularly walk in this beautiful green valley and would hate to see more of it disappear. I just can't believe that there are not other brown-field sites that could be developed first before eradicating green areas. Please try to find other inner-city locations first.

Object

Representation ID: 7528

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Richard Lambert

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7544

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Angus Cunningham

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7553

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Carol Tidgewell

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.
.

Object

Representation ID: 7563

Received: 11/03/2021

Respondent: June Togher

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7571

Received: 11/03/2021

Respondent: Mr and Mrs . Glover

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.
.

Object

Representation ID: 7580

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Matthew Rudd

1. LOSS OF GREEN BELT - exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
2. HOUSING NEED – no consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
3. SEBAR - no information provided on impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
3. HEALTH AND WELLBEING – Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
4. IMPACT ON WILDLIFE – Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species – animals, trees and plants. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
5. FLOOD RISK – Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7588

Received: 11/03/2021

Respondent: Julia Laybourn

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7598

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs V C Waterhouse

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7607

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: "" S

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.

Object

Representation ID: 7616

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Jonathan Reed

Green Belt exceptional circumstances have not been demonstrated, no appreciation of cultural, historical, recreational or environmental aspects.
No consideration of the effects of the pandemic and Brexit. The 2021 census should inform future planning policy
No information provided on road impact. New road building is inconsistent with the Council’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019. Concern that road will release further development sites, increase air pollution and traffic.
Area provides access to green space for walking, running, cycling and horse-riding etc. Its development will impact health
Area is biodiverse and home to hundreds of threatened species. No assessment of the impact of development on the environment, especially on ancient woodland at Black Carr and Kit Woods. Building in it would be an ecological disaster.
Development will lead to flooding further down the valley. Flood risk assessment is vital.