KY10/H - Exley Road/Oakworth Road, Keighley Road

Object

Representation ID: 203

Received: 16/02/2021

Respondent: Mrs Marion Gregg

This will destroy natural habitat, and flooding happens when it rains. It will cut natural sunlight to the cottages opposite. The roads are very busy already which will only cause more traffic and pollution.

Object

Representation ID: 286

Received: 19/02/2021

Respondent: Mr Gareth Beardall

This land is a buffer between the residential area and the school grounds. It not only has cattle on it but other wildlife such as birds, hedges and trees. Trees having TPO as shown. 125 houses seems ridiculous to me. They'd feel like they were living in the school grounds, it's bad enough with that eye sore as it is for us. There are many reasons this would be a bad idea even before the fact that we flat out object to it.

Object

Representation ID: 443

Received: 24/02/2021

Respondent: Mrs Dorcas Alterskye

Area has a spinney including preservation order trees, creating a habitat for protected species of bats and newts, supports owls, woodpeckers, nuthatch, deer among others. Provides a green 'lung' between the busy, polluting Oakworth Road and an increasingly dangerous Exley Road. 125 homes equals at least 250 more cars, 500 daily journeys using already busy roads which do not safely handle current demands. Example: Broomhill Avenue/Oakworth Rd intersection. Already poor water pressure and drainage system would not support further development sufficiently with detrimental, negative impact on quality of life for both new and existing homes.

Object

Representation ID: 855

Received: 06/03/2021

Respondent: Stephanie Ellis

The area proposed for KY10/H is already hugely densely populated, the school is hugely busy, a massive amount of traffic already up and down Oakworth Road, flooding created on Oakworth Road created by the home building on slaymaker lane with everything washing down and blocking the drains, we have a massive speeding problem which the council are not addressing, the site has many protected trees which are so important to preserve, the site has a grade 2 listed building, this is green belt land and should NOT be eroded when there are other areas to renovate and brown field sites to build on, and aside from all of the above, our beautiful greenery within the built up areas are being completely eroded. Do not leave us with a concrete jungle

Object

Representation ID: 886

Received: 07/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Julie Evans

I challenge the summary which suggests “minor adverse effects predicted of the natural environment/ a greenfield site which contains TPO woodland and trees and deciduous woodland priority habitat”.Proposal of 125 houses
means the roads which serve it ie Exley Rd will have increased traffic / pollution with less trees /
greenfield to counter the pollution.Likely to need traffic calming measures which again increase pollution. There has been significant development recently Occupation Lane and old Bronte School site to increase traffic on Oakworth Road.The site is described as having good access which is incomprehensible. Is there any data on how many occupiers would chose public transport over private car? Is this considered as part of the assessment of suitability? Another 125 houses would be a significant increase in dwellings in a small space. Unclear what the positive effects for residents on health and education would be ?

Object

Representation ID: 963

Received: 08/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Peter Evans

I object to the proposal. The density of housing will eventually destroy this woodland. The habitat will be adversely altered, driving out wildlife like Tawny owls, Woodpeckers, Jays and Sparrow hawks etc - a common sight at present.
The chronic housing shortage brought about by years of neglect by both Governments, should not mean sacrificing this area to more concrete and pollution.
When the Government asks Bradford to reduce its carbon footprint, traffic pollution, light pollution, noise pollution, provide wildlife habitats and encourage the teaching of Green issues in schools, this valuable area, right next to a school and a busy road will have been lost.
Looking to the future, an opportunity exists to enhance what is already there. This urban woodland can be used to promote community involvement, from active engagement in habitat and species management, to activities such as environmental education and helping to reduce forest fragmentation.

Object

Representation ID: 1095

Received: 09/03/2021

Respondent: Birkbeck, University of London

There is only one shop within walking distance of this site. All other amenities would require use of Oakworth Road into town, which is already clogged on busy days. The drainage system is already overloaded (exacerbated by building residue from the construction site on Occupation Lane). There is also currently no sensible road access to this site.

Object

Representation ID: 1151

Received: 10/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Ben Town

There are a significant number of established trees which are home to owls and other important wildlife - why use this precious green space when other areas without woodland are available including brown field sites. If access is to be onto Oakworth Road via existing Private Road I believe this would make the already incredibly busy road and juncture extremely dangerous (there would be 3 roads meeting Oakworth Road on a dangerous bend) this would appear to require traffic lights. This increase in traffic plus loss of green space and trees around schools would impact on air quality - an impact assessment needs to be carried out on traffic safety and air quality. 125 homes on this small area of land seems extremely high compared to local housing density. Access to the plot seems extremely difficult plus how could the footpath be incorporated into the plans.

Object

Representation ID: 1509

Received: 14/03/2021

Respondent: Miss Rebecca Town

Why would the council even consider building on this greenfield site? In my opinion this equates to ecological vandalism, once this woodland is gone it will never go back to being a greenspace. Surely this goes against everything we should be doing re the environment and the impending disaster we are heading towards. This is a green haven which has a positive impact on air pollution, it is very close to a major school and the positive effects of green space on mental health are well recognised - especially in the young. There are countless brownfield sites in and around the Bradford area which should be developed before any consideration is given to destroying woodland and the wildlife it supports. Covid19 should be a wake up call to reassess all developments - health, wellbeing and the environmental impact should take precedence over short term money making schemes.

Object

Representation ID: 1539

Received: 14/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Lucy Brown

Concerns on the following areas:
- Conservation of natural environment for existing wildlife on site, eg bats and owls.
- Protection of TPO on existing trees supporting the above wildlife.
- Further increased traffic congestion, adding to already busy local roads as ‘rat runs’, increased following recent additional housing off Oakworth road. Adding traffic to already poor condition roads.
- Reducing further the already limited greenfield sites in the west ward, which has seen significant housing development on in recent years.
- Increased noise and light pollution
- Drainage and flooding, significant drain overflow occassions since recent building work, also adding further damage to afforementioned roads.
- Reducing light to current food growing land and green houses on neighbouring properties.
- There are many brownfield sites in and around keighley already and in coming years, existing retail sites could be converted to residential as the retail demand reduces.

Object

Representation ID: 1562

Received: 14/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Lynne Warke

The proposed housing development KY10/H would destroy the old trees/ woodland and the natural environment for the birds & small mammals.It would also add to the environmental impact of vehicles on the roads in this area.

Object

Representation ID: 1565

Received: 14/03/2021

Respondent: George Warke

KY10/H
Besides obvious congestion, ie, already busy Oakworth road, any development would have a calamitous effect on local flora and fauna. Small green areas in the middle of built up areas provide for local residents the ability to practice a certain amount of mindfulness without having to travel away from the locality.
Open spaces are positive for the well being and mental health of all, but especially the young and elderly in the neighbourhood.

Object

Representation ID: 1793

Received: 16/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Lesley Clarke

Loss of rural view, privacy from our property, we would be seriously overlooked. We paid a premium for those privileges. The adjacent footpath to properties is privately-owned. This, frequently accessed footpath cannot be used, it is NOT owned by the council.

Wildlife, biodiversity exists in the field and protected trees, Owls, bats, woodpecker, hedgehogs, cuckoo, pheasant, deer, foxes.

Building 125 houses will cause massive disruption & pollution of light,noise,dust, traffic.The area also floods, creating bogs. Field used for grazing. We overlook green fields; property value will be affected. Loss of valuable green corridor in Keighley West.

Use Brownfield sites to regenerate, improve Keighley.

Object

Representation ID: 2534

Received: 20/03/2021

Respondent: Keighley Library

In a very built up area, this is grazing land with fields and most importantly trees with tawny owls nesting there. It not only acts as rare green belt land but assists with pollution control and conserves wildlife for local children to see and learn about. Post covid this is vital. Land at Exley Head also floods after heavy rainfall.
Houses here will increase traffic flow to already very busy and polluted roads. The nearby newly built Occupation Lane development will already prove a burden on road systems when it opens and put pressure on local schools.

Object

Representation ID: 2975

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Paul Carr

The sheer scale of the proposed development is likely to result in an over crowded space resulting in increased local pollution and increased noise levels in the area.

This site is adjacent to a large secondary school and the increased volume of traffic arising from the development and eventual settlement of the accommodation is not on the the interest of their safety or health and well being as they make their way to and from school.

The proposal overlooks the value the current green field setting contributes to the well being of the pupils and staff.

We are concerned about the increase risk of flooding for the community living directly below the site in Ingrow.

Object

Representation ID: 3410

Received: 22/03/2021

Respondent: Gareth Boocock

• Area is already overdeveloped and there is no need for further housing • Large new housing estate at Hareton Way and Council Owned Fletcher/Worth Valley Court • Housing construction currently at Branshaw Park
• Increased traffic and congestion on Oakworth Road especially at the proposed junction with it causing additional pollution and health concerns as a result.
• Strain on local amenities Shops, Schools, Doctors, Dentists & Healthcare etc)
• Substantial wildlife and environmental concerns and impact
• Potential loss of mature trees

Object

Representation ID: 4159

Received: 23/03/2021

Respondent: Ms brenda southwell

I am concerned about the effect it will have on wildlife – we have deer, pheasants and all manner of other creatures using the field. prior to the school being built, there were swallows all summer long- these have now gone .

The run off of water which pours down the public footpath and into the road at the junction of Ingrow Lane leading into the school grounds, and, further up the lane opposite the small shop at the ‘Jewel Box’ is a concern

Soon there will be no green space left between Keighley and Haworth why do we not utilise, and convert buildings which we already have which are a massive part of our heritage. I am SO SAD at the thought of more houses

The smell of sewerage at the bottom of Oakworth road is also overwhelming at times particularly after rain Is the infra structure in place?

Object

Representation ID: 4798

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs RACHAEL WALSH

I object to this site being included in the local plan for development as it is an area of woodland which provides natural habitat for a range of wildlife which can be regularly observed. These include woodpeckers, owls, grouse and deer. It is not simply grazing land for cattle but a significant priority habitat. I have attached a still from my CCTV which shows a deer in the garden, which is only separated from the proposed development area by an enclosed footpath. The woodland also has a number of TPOs. This is also the only area of open land in what is a densely developed area. It is within close proximity to the recent development at Occupation Lane which will mean further strain on natural drainage, on already overpopulated schools and on a heavily trafficked road which risks increasing air pollution from vehicle emmissions (Oakworth Road).

Object

Representation ID: 9822

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Bradford District Ward Councillor (Labour)

I appreciate that this looks a very choice plot of land. The first aspect is the drainage issues, which plague this area. Our experiences with recent developments are that the flow of any surface water within the site will be disrupted. The impact of the Persimmon development in Occupation Lane gives residents no confidence that these will be adequately addressed and those on this site are likely to be more substantial. If the surface water is to be contained within the site, which it needs to be a clear demonstration of how this will be achieved needs to be provided before planning permission is given. Secondly, failure to achieve this will increase the flow into the rivers Worth and Aire enhancing the problems of areas that are already flood-prone (both locally and downstream).

Object

Representation ID: 16271

Received: 22/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs M Redman

The field consists of lots of wildlife including several owls and many bats, a small wood and a grade 2 listed building. I am also concerned about the access to the plot which will have a bigger impact on already busy roads in the surrounding area. This will also increase noise pollution and further damage the poor infrastructure of the roads.

We have a vegetable patch at the back of the garden and we are concerned of any light obstruction to this growing area and impacting on our privacy.

Surely it would be a good idea to build additional houses on brownfield sites and I'm sure a lot of houses could be built on the proposed Aldi site near the centre of town.

Object

Representation ID: 16514

Received: 22/03/2021

Respondent: Anita Selby

Object to houses being built on greenfield or Green Belt sites when all options for new housing on inner town/city areas have been exhausted. Changes plans to explore all brownfield options first.

Keighley town centre – lots of empty buildings. Could be converted to flats or dwellings. On the outskirts there are derelict areas that could be built on first without encroaching fields from the villages, or building in more desirable areas.

Object that many proposals will be for 3/4 bed excutive housing especially in villages. Does Keighley need all housing that is proposed?

Could consideration be given to building sheltered housing/wardened flats for the over 60s or some bungalows?

Reconsider plans to build on Green Belt and greenfield sites. Is against current thinking about climate change, preserving the environment, nature and wellbeing. Should cherish green/open spaces. Policy is Green Belt land should be protected and to prevent sprawl.

Object

Representation ID: 16962

Received: 18/03/2021

Respondent: Christopher Blanchett

- loss of valuable local green space
- impact on wildlife (nesting birds, owls, bats)
- loss of trees
- impact on historic environment - Low Fold on Exley Rd and Old Tan House listed building
- flood risk - site off Exley Rd suffers from flooding made worse by recent development. Further development will increase flood risk.
- inappropriate/unsuitable access to the site - access points from Exley Rd are too narrow. Access from Oakwork Rd too steep and impact on highway safety near Oakbank school
- impact from construction - noise and safety issues

Object

Representation ID: 19539

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: Neil Clarke

The land in question is the only green corridor in Keighley West Ward and is an area of outstanding biodiversity!

It has several beautiful, protected trees and is the habitat of many species of animals and birds including owls, bats and hedgehogs.

The effect of concreting over the area with a housing estate, would be to wipe out that biodiversity and create yet more traffic, higher levels of air, light and noise pollution in an already busy and dangerous section of Oakworth Road.

Drainage systems would require a complete and very costly update to avoid major flooding caused by this and other recent developments in the vicinity.

The existing footpath on the eastern side of the fields is on land owned and partially maintained by the householders adjacent to the footpath.

The value of those and other properties in the area would probably be adversely affected by the loss of this green space.

Object

Representation ID: 20757

Received: 23/03/2021

Respondent: Cllr Adrian Farley

I have particular concerns with KY10/H; KY12/H and KY13/H. These areas offer the only green spaces in this area and I think it needs to remain as such.

Object

Representation ID: 24685

Received: 23/03/2021

Respondent: Amanda & Gerald Cunnington

Number of people: 2

•This proposal would impact us and the local area substantially.
•The land is very steep and has some old TPO woodland on it which provides shelter and food for numerous wildlife, including a variety of birds such as woodpeckers/wrens. The trees help to clean/filter the pollution in the area. The wildlife enjoys shelter from the boundary hedges and the dry stone walls.
•The area has drainage issues and this would impact on that, as would the extra traffic and air pollution.
•There are a number of schools but the doctors on Ashbourne Road are unable to take new patients and it cannot cope with any extra residents. It is likely to have an impact on health and wellbeing.
•We need green spaces such as this for people to enjoy. Dog walkers as well as people enjoy the fields for recreation, especially in this Covid 19 era.
•Whilst this proposal is not a green belt site, it would be a loss of greenfield. Brownfield sites should be given priority for development first.

Object

Representation ID: 28531

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Jennifer Blanchett

Impact/disruption from heavy traffic to and from the house building work above Oakworth Road and previously during the demolition and rebuilding of Oakbank School, the heavy loaded vehicles especially on Exley Road travelling at speed, up and down this steep, narrow double bended road was an accident waiting to happen. The access to and from the Greenfield site seems impossible to imagine. It is potentially very dangerous with school pupils coming and going from their access routes to the school.
Impact on buildings/dwellings of great local historical importance.

When the old farm buildings were demolished to build the “Low Fold Children and Family Centre” this had a major impact on the wildlife – the owls and bats disappeared.

The surrounding habitat is vital for their survival. The mature trees and quiet environment play a very play a very big part in their lives. They are safe to nest and breed, the food they need is all around for them. The variety of species are very special: owls, bats woodpeckers, jays wood pigeon’s doves, sparrow hawks, and many more too.

Comment

Representation ID: 28644

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: Environment Agency

Site in Flood Zone 1 ONLY
Mitigation should be set above the 1 in 100 plus cc level for the site as suitable for the proposed vulnerability classification (EA standing advice should cover this).

If the site is considered Greenfield then surface water discharge rates post development should be restricted to the pre development Greenfield discharge rate. If the site is considered Brownfield then there should be a 30% reduction in surface water discharges, or restricted to Greenfield rates, there should be no increase in brownfield surface water discharge rates post development. So as to support prevention of cumulative increases to flood risk and should be in line with SuDs design principles.

For developments near ordinary watercourses we would recommend an 8 metre easement strip along the length of the riverbank, or a 45degree angle from the bed in the case of culverts, to be kept clear of permanent structures such as buildings. This is to maintain access to the riverbank for any improvements or maintenance. A Flood Defence Consent may be required for the LLFA for works in/affecting an ordinary watercourse.

For main rivers, we generally require an 8 metre easement strip along the length of the riverbank to be kept clear of permanent structures such as buildings, or a 45degree angle from the bed in the case of culverts. This is to maintain access to the riverbank for any improvements or maintenance. Environmental Flood Risk Activity Permits may be required for development near rivers.

It is possible the sites within close proximity to Flood Zones 3b, 3 and 2 may be subject to future risk identified within the SFRA (to follow) which may affect its allocation or how development should be sequentially laid out on the site.

Consideration must be made to making space for water and providing betterment in terms of flood risk management where ever possible.

Object

Representation ID: 29394

Received: 29/03/2021

Respondent: Historic England

The site contains a Grade II listed cross base at the junction with Wheathead Lane. In addition, the Grade II listed Nos. 67, 71, 73 and 75 Exley Road are 30 metres from the sites northern boundary. The development of this area could harm elements which contribute to
the significance of these designated heritage assets.
Before allocating this site for development:
(1) An assessment needs to be undertaken of the contribution which this site makes to those elements which contribute towards the significance of the Listed Buildings in its vicinity, and what impact the loss of this undeveloped site and its subsequent development might have upon their significance.
(2) If it is considered that the development of this site would harm elements which contribute to the significance of the Listed Buildings, then the measures by which that harm might be removed or reduced need to be effectively tied into the Plan.
(3) If, at the end of the process, it is concluded that the development would still be likely to harm elements which contribute to the significance of these Listed Buildings, then this site should not be allocated unless there are clear public benefits that outweigh the harm (as is
required by NPPF, Paragraph 195 or 196).