KY12/H - Keighley Road, Exley Head

Object

Representation ID: 564

Received: 27/02/2021

Respondent: Mrs Lisa Myers

Houses continue to flood on Moorlands Avenue without the addition of anymore. Access to the site will severely increase traffic flow.

Object

Representation ID: 565

Received: 27/02/2021

Respondent: Mr Jonathan Coppen

Continuous flooding on Moorlands Avenue currently, this is likely to increase the flooding.

Traffic will increase making it a risk to health and safety.

Object

Representation ID: 575

Received: 28/02/2021

Respondent: Mrs Claire Coppen

Will make the flooding worse on Moorlands Avenue and further calls to the fire brigade will be required.

More cars will increase risk to residents and make the potholes on the roads unpassable!!

Object

Representation ID: 576

Received: 28/02/2021

Respondent: anthony fudge

Several properties on Moorlands Avenue have an ongoing flooding issue coming from Brown Springs Farm due to a new driveway built over a land drain causing flooding. To stop this the land drains have been altered and diverted the water above ground to run parallel with the new drive, from there down the road into nearby properties. The situation and the rest of the property's along Moorlands and Thornbank Ave, would get a lot worse with the building of more housing in this area

Look at the problem's already with flooding on phase 1.

Access from Oakworth Road into Moorlands Ave not suitable due to parked cars

Object

Representation ID: 930

Received: 08/03/2021

Respondent: Andy Lyle

1)Concerns over drains that are already overwhelmed on Keighley Road leading down to Oakworth Road.
2)One of the proposed access routes is Moorlands Avenue. I'm concerned about the additional traffic up and down Moorlands Avenue during construction and once the development is completed.

Object

Representation ID: 940

Received: 08/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Eileen Stell

The site is on a higher level than existing properties in Moorlands Avenue and will overlook them causing loss of privacy. The public footpath between the site and Moorlands Avenue already gets saturated with water in wet weather, and building will make it worse and cause possible further flooding onto Properties which have already suffered in parts due to ground works previously at one end of the road.

Object

Representation ID: 956

Received: 08/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Neil Gallagher

High risk of flooding adjacent properties and increased accident risk at the road junction.

Object

Representation ID: 980

Received: 08/03/2021

Respondent: Ms Glynis Purland

Houses on Moorlands Avenue subject to flooding now with new houses being built. Access to properties is extremely limited and would lead to congestion.

Object

Representation ID: 989

Received: 08/03/2021

Respondent: Ian Burford

This area already suffers from flooding which has been made worse by the house built there in the last couple of years. It is a difficult area to get to, high up on the hill behind existing houses and the number of new houses would generate approximately, another 240 cars needing access. none of the existing roads are suitable to provide this access and could not be easily upgraded.

Object

Representation ID: 991

Received: 08/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Gillian Miles

With regards to your outline to build at the back of Moorlands Avenue - KY12/H I strongly object. This is due to flooding when we have a constant rainfall due to the houses already built using the previous farm dewellings and the camber of the road for their access. Water builds up on their access road which then overflows into the public footpath and then floods through our gardens.

Access to Moorlands Avenue is bad enough for the current residents, there is not enough parking due to cottages on Oakworth Road packing on the Avenue without you creating more houses. There is no access from Moorlands Avenue and I think the council should be making use of derelict buildings and properties before taking away the green fields we currently have left in the area and causing more issues for the residents currently living on Moorlands Avenue.

Object

Representation ID: 1385

Received: 12/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Amy Wild

Flooding is already an issue for the houses on Moorlands Avenue and extra houses behind them will only add to the issue as more water is drained down towards them when it rains.
Moorlands Avenue is also already busy with cars parking on the road and having it as an access road would make it much worse.

Object

Representation ID: 1453

Received: 13/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Emma Cain

Flood risk
Traffic and road safety
No need for more house in this area as many new house unsold
Plenty of other brown field sites could be used instead of green field
No need to densely populate areas
Schools getting over crowded as no new primary schools been built

Object

Representation ID: 1487

Received: 14/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Leah Kendall

Continuous flooding on Moorlands Avenue currently, this is likely to increase flooding, drainage systems not coping.

Traffic will increase making it a risk to health and safety

Object

Representation ID: 1501

Received: 14/03/2021

Respondent: Mr alan thornber

Unrealistic in terms of access and potential volume of traffic using Moorlands Avenue and Thornbank Avenue as a 'ratrun'/shortcut. These roads are very narrow and have a high percentage of both older people and young families that would be put in danger.
Access onto the main Oakworth Road is also dangerous due to the slight bend in the road and parked cars along it, it is impossible to get a clear view when exiting.
Also this area has a public footpath and is well frequented by locals who want fresh air and quiet walks away from traffic and built up areas nearby.
With other housing proposals nearby settlement coalesence is also a real concern.
Natural springs are also present
Drainage/landslip effecting properties below.

Object

Representation ID: 1516

Received: 14/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Harriet Milburn

The proposed site has a stream bed running through the middle of it to a well in the corner of one field which connects to a well on Oakworth Road. This steam provides an essential run off outlet for excessive seasonal precipitation. If these fields were built over this provision would be lost adding an additional burden drainage system and adding to the regular flooding between Oakbank School and Wheathead Lane which is already exacerbated by the new housing estate off Occupation Lane.
The proposed access to the site via Moorlands Avenue is an issue. The road coming down from the existing farm buildings comes out and down to Oakworth Road. This junction is difficult to access due to the existing volume of traffic. Exiting out of this junction is already nearly impossible due to parking issues. Adding potentially over 100 more vehicles on this stretch would be dangerous.

Object

Representation ID: 1637

Received: 15/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Georgina Stretch

We chose to here due to the fields behind the property. It is much needed at this time more than ever and contributes to our families wellbeing. If this land was to be developed on we would be overlooked and as well as affecting our wellbeing it would invade our privacy.

We are a family who thrive on country walks and being in the countryside which we need. The development of houses would also affect our families' health and wellbeing.

Please remove the ability for developers to build on this land. There are properties adjacent which have recently been constructed and do not have residents so we don't feel the need for more to be built here.

Object

Representation ID: 2079

Received: 18/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Pauline Head

Access - there is currently insufficient access to Moorlands Avenue, we experience regular gridlock at the Oakworth Road junction and emergency vehicles and access to our properties is limited and impossible during snow/ice. 61 more houses having to park on lower roads in poor weather is dangerous.

Lack of infrastructure - local primary schools are oversubscribed as are the GP surgeries. It is a drive to the two nearest shops and we have already had a build at Occupation Lane of over 120 family homes with no increase on school places or GPs.

Flooding - It is well documented that the nearby Branshaw Park development caused flooding issues. Neighbours already flood regularly and for many months of the year Oakworth Road is treacherous for school children, residents and drivers.

Greenfield - our local green space and footpaths will be affected as well as increased pollution and traffic to our area.

Object

Representation ID: 2084

Received: 18/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Michael Head

In summary, I object to the proposed earmarking of KY12/H for housing based on;

1) Poor access for Moorlands Avenue currently, including parking and traffic issues and emergency vehicle access.
2) Flooding - the area and properties on this street already flood and since development on a neighbouring site, Oakworth Road has been treacherous at the school junction all the way down.
3) Greenfield sites being lost despite the fact they should be protected under the National Planning Policy Framework.
4) Lack of infrastructure, including school places for primary children, convenience stores and other facilities and GPs and healthcare.
5) Contradiction with the National Planning Policy whereby Brownfield sites are not being considered and Greenfield sites are not being protected. Social and community health and wellbeing are being discounted in favour of over developing our green space.
6) Wildlife disturbance.

Object

Representation ID: 2697

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Christine McCallum

* The names Bogthorn and Brown Springs both indicate a propensity of water here, there is currently flooding from the land onto Moorlands Avenue in wet weather and this could only increase therefore negatively impacting on land and property.

* Road access is very limited and narrow, a significantly higher number of vehicles would have a detrimental impact on traffic congestion and air quality, as well as highway safety along a quiet avenue.

* Noise and disturbance will contribute to adverse nature conservancy of the area. There are a number of animals and birds I regularly see and hear on the land such as brown hares, owls and bats.

* Present houses may be overlooked and privacy lost.

* Worries regarding a much increased use of present public footpath which already causes Moorlands Avenue issues with littering, late night gatherings and off road motorcycles.

Object

Representation ID: 2785

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Miss Victoria Tokarski

Access: Road from Moorlands Ave is not wide enough to accomodate regular vehicle use and is supported by a dry stone wall at the back of the properties on Moorlands Ave.
Loss of sunlight: Any buildings to the to the rear of Moorlands will block late afternoon/ early evening sunlight to the rear of the properties on Moorlands Ave.
Loss of privacy: Any buildings to the rear of Moorlands Ave will be level with the upstairs of the properties on Moorlands Ave resulting in a loss of privacy for the residents.
Supporting wall: The rear wall to the properties supports the road towards Brown Springs Farm, the bottom of the wall is shifting due to traffic use on the road (from previous building work at Brown Springs Farm) it will not support construction or continuous traffic use.

Object

Representation ID: 2792

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Miss Victoria Tokarski

Flooding: Continuous flooding in areas of Moorlands Ave currently, this is likely to increase the flooding.
Traffic: traffic will increase on Moorlands Ave making it an unsafe area for elderly residents, children playing out and pets owners.

Object

Representation ID: 3001

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Carol Walmsley

Further development will harm the rurality of the area.
Increased heavy goods traffic creating additional pollution and health concerns.
Access issues to proposed site causing safety concerns.
Negative impact on local infrastructure i.e roads, utilities.
Recreational provisions inadequate.
Existing problems with ground water run-off already causing flooding of several nearby properties.
Lack of employment opportunities within the area.
Strain on local amenities eg. Doctors, local Primary and Secondary Schools which are already over subscribed.
Increased traffic (estimated 110+) residential cars in an already congested area. Safety implications and increased pollution.
Destruction of open spaces which are vital in supporting mental well-being and the natural environment.

Alternatives:
The area remains a natural space for farming/wildlife.
Other more suitable land is developed eg. brown field sites located closer to public transport links and jobs.
Develop existing unused buildings e.g. vacant mills and similar properties

Object

Representation ID: 3126

Received: 22/03/2021

Respondent: Miss Samantha Emmett-Smith

Oakworth is already overdeveloped with current housing developments not yet completed. The primary school is oversubscribed and the strain on the local amenities is too great. The infrastructure in the village is inadequate . The continued removal of the green spaces in and around the village is detrimental to the mental health of residents and devastating to wildlife.

Object

Representation ID: 4017

Received: 23/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs S Lamb

The proposed access route on Moorlands Avenue is not an acceptable option as it is currently used for additional parking for vehicles of nearby houses as there is nowhere else to park, therefore cars can currently only use this route one at a time so is hazardous now for residents without the proposed increase of new housing. It is currently dangerous joining Oakworth road from here because of cars parked in front of their properties on the right hand side of the main road. You cannot always see oncoming traffic. Also, this road is never gritted during winter months and therefore is a dangerous access to and from the main road.

Moorlands Avenue already experiences flooding from the fields at the back of it, should more properties be built the increased risk of flooding will be extremely high. This is not acceptable.

Green belt should be kept as green space

Object

Representation ID: 16288

Received: 24/03/2021

Respondent: Keighley Town Council

KY12/H is a greenfield site in Bogthorn. The site description includes a mention of a former quarry. However, that former quarry now forms part of the existing Occupation lane estate, which is a development of approximately 123 dwellings which is due to be completed during 2021.

Additionally, there are serious ground water issues on the proposed site. The development on Occupation Lane had to install a sluice gate for that reason.

If this site is included as a suitable development site the houses would be roof height for the properties along Moorlands Avenue. There would also concerns over access to the site, especially for construction vehicles. Moorland Avenue rises from Keighley at a gradient of about 1 in 6 and parked vehicles on both sides of the road are an additional problem.

A petition with over 80 signatures against this proposed development has been handed into the town council.

Object

Representation ID: 16515

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: 20758

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.

Comment

Representation ID: 28646

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.