IL4/H - Stockheld Road

Support

Representation ID: 1707

Received: 16/03/2021

Respondent: Mr John Pinnington

Discreet location with plenty of open space around it. Go great loss of amenity whilst being accessible to town centre facilities.

Object

Representation ID: 1737

Received: 16/03/2021

Respondent: Ms Vickie Kemp

I object to plans for housing on Ilkley Site IL4/H which is a greenfield conservation area 30 metres south of the Old Bridge, a scheduled monument and viewpoint. BDMC previously enforced conservation rules to ensure there are “no significant effects in relation to cultural heritage”. This heritage site should be included in BDMC’s Heritage Impact Assessment and rated red. New housing will destroy the character of this important site.
2) Building in Flood zone 1 and 2 will increase run off water when river/becks burst increasing the already significant risk of flooding to existing and new homes.
3) Current severe parking issues on Bridge Lane/Stockeld Road will worsen.
4) Significant new housing quota across Addingham, Ilkley, Burley in Wharfedale is not supported by infrastructure. Particularly Ilkley Grammar School: already over-subscribed and cannot meet the needs of substantial increase in population on its current site.

Object

Representation ID: 1752

Received: 16/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Richard Jackson

This development will be a blight on the landscape. Having a significant impact on the look and feel of a location (the old bridge and adjacent riverside gardens) that is used by thousands of visitors to Ilkley and residents alike. It a place where people stroll, walk their dog, eat an ice cream, and generally feel good about this open green space and the natural beauty of Ilkley. This development will significantly detract from the beauty of this location for the sake of a few additional houses. I find it difficult to believe that the town council would allow development at this location and destroy the ambience for visitors to this beauty spot. As a regular user of this location for my own recreation I strongly object to this development.

Object

Representation ID: 1767

Received: 16/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Nicholas Beeson

The area in which the development is planned is already blighted by traffic and lack of parking. It is naïve to imagine that the build would have zero effect on this. Stockeld Road an Bridge Lane are regularly congested

Object

Representation ID: 1796

Received: 12/02/2021

Respondent: Mr David Lynch

no justification in your documents that support development in the Green Belt. What is the point of having a Green Belt if you just ignore it and support development on it?

Object

Representation ID: 1821

Received: 16/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Mike Daw

This is not needed for housing if all of Ilkley's allocation is built on IL3/H (which is possible if a much higher density is used - see my response to that site). There are much better uses for this land than housing which would help address the climate and biodiversity crises. E.g. a micro-forest and/or allotments.

Object

Representation ID: 1839

Received: 16/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Julia Kay

IL4/H - Stockheld Road.

The road has flooded between The Old Bridge and the Riverside Hotel on several occasions recently, i.e. Bridge Lane. Building houses will exacerbate the problem because of poor drainage. The road is often blocked by cars making access difficult.
A better use for this site would be to make it into a small nature reserve dedicated to the memory of Ilkley people who have died during the Covid pandemic.

Object

Representation ID: 2030

Received: 17/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Thomas Kay

There is a large amount of pedestrian usage of the paths and roads in this area, mostly by residents, visitors and tourists accessing the Old Bridge, Riverside Gardens and the playing field north of the river. This proposed development would drastically diminish the current open space, which forms a necessary introduction to this much used area.
Bridge Lane is frequently blocked by flood water, making access to the site only possible via Stockheld Road.
Stockheld Road is a much used and necessary car parking area, and access from the development site would give rise to significant parking problems.

Support

Representation ID: 2073

Received: 18/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Suzie Bullock

While I weakly support the plan and site, it would be good if houses could vary in design, i.e. not 9 townhouses, which are bedroom heavy and sparse on reception rooms.

Object

Representation ID: 2100

Received: 18/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Gareth SAmuel

Large number of properties for a very small piece of land. A very busy area that will become overrun with even more vehicles. Seems pointless small addition which can only cause traffic and other issues.

Object

Representation ID: 2208

Received: 18/03/2021

Respondent: Mr S Hall

There is no such place as StockHeld Road. If you can't get this fundamental right; what else are you making a mess of?

Object

Representation ID: 2250

Received: 19/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Catherine Weir

The site is at the heart of tourist and natural attractions including the start of the Dales Way. Development would have considerable negative impact. Stockeld Road and Bridge lane are already heavily used for parking and access to the park and Old Bridge. Further congestion would be unacceptable.

Object

Representation ID: 2282

Received: 19/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Paula Smith

School places - primary and secondary schools are already struggling to provide the space required to teach the local community. Rail service - is already inadequate. Traffic within the town, entering and exiting is already high with queues and delays at peak times and throughout the holiday season.

Object

Representation ID: 2322

Received: 19/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Veronica Driver

This land is entirely unsuitable for housing. Have any of the council ever visited the area after serious rainfall? The area floods frequently. Brown belt land should be used for development.

Object

Representation ID: 2369

Received: 19/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Barbara Hartley

Total Developments - Addingham, Burley-in-W’dale adds to the:
. Raw sewage being discharged in to the River Wharfe.
. Transport and Infastructure - with the A65 currently congested Stockeld Road - 9 Dwellings would add to the congestion. Add strains on Ilkley Grammar School and local traffic.

Support

Representation ID: 2455

Received: 20/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Michael Baldwin

Its within the current town boundary so is acceptable in relation to my main concern about car dependency etc. Design should be sensitive to respect the surrounding conservation area and views towards the river.

Object

Representation ID: 2531

Received: 20/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Jim Matear

Stockeld road is currently used for parking by residents using the Catholic church, the pub and the park. On busy days parking here is just about sustainable but with more houses and visitors to those houses this is unlikely to be so which will mean a negative impact for Ilkley residents trying to utilise any of the three facilities mentioned above. This does not seem to have been considered in your proposals and in my view would have a significant negative impact.

Object

Representation ID: 2666

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Neil Matthews

Proposed development will destroy the character of this part of the town.
This is a beautiful and historic part of the town and one I choose to visit almost daily for its views, to the river, to Middleton woods, back to the moor. Building on this site would permanently destroy this.
This site has great opportunity to be public greenspace amenity e.g. new allotments or a small park.

Object

Representation ID: 2845

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Ms Kate Zezulka

I am writing to object to the proposed development of sites IL1/H, IL2/H, IL3/H and IL4/H as part of the Draft Bradford District Local Plan. Please see the objection entered above for full details.
These proposals are problematic for a number of reasons, including but not limited to:
- Green Belt land release
- Environment
- Flood risk
- Flora & Fauna
- Effect on the local character
- Effect on areas of historic significance
- Pressure on local infrastructure and amenities
- Road safety
- Parking
I would also note that a number of the assumptions & evaluations made in the document seem to underplay or disregard the concerns the document itself mentions. As the document is already aware of the huge potential pitfalls then, combined with strong resistance from the local area, I would urge BDC to reconsider these plans.
With thanks,

Ben Rhydding Resident

Object

Representation ID: 2852

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Jane Zezulka

I am writing to object to the proposed development of sites IL1/H, IL2/H, IL3/H and IL4/H as part of the Draft Bradford District Local Plan. Please see the objection entered above for full details.
These proposals are problematic for a number of reasons, including but not limited to:
- Green Belt land release
- Environment
- Flood risk
- Flora & Fauna
- Effect on the local character
- Effect on areas of historic significance
- Pressure on local infrastructure and amenities
- Road safety
- Parking
I would also note that a number of the assumptions & evaluations made in the document seem to underplay or disregard the concerns the document itself mentions. As the document is already aware of the huge potential pitfalls then, combined with strong resistance from the local area, I would urge BDC to reconsider these plans.
With thanks,

Ben Rhydding Resident

Object

Representation ID: 2863

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Dr Alex Zezulka

I am writing to object to the proposed development of sites IL1/H, IL2/H, IL3/H and IL4/H as part of the Draft Bradford District Local Plan. Please see the objection entered above for full details.
These proposals are problematic for a number of reasons, including but not limited to:
- Green Belt land release
- Environment
- Flood risk
- Flora & Fauna
- Effect on the local character
- Effect on areas of historic significance
- Pressure on local infrastructure and amenities
- Road safety
- Parking
I would also note that a number of the assumptions & evaluations made in the document seem to underplay or disregard the concerns the document itself mentions. As the document is already aware of the huge potential pitfalls then, combined with strong resistance from the local area, I would urge BDC to reconsider these plans.
With thanks,

Ben Rhydding Resident

Support

Representation ID: 2895

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Peter Settle

Sensible infilling.The current site is of no great importance for either wildlife or as public open space

Object

Representation ID: 2913

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Ms Jo Zezulka

I am writing to object to the proposed development of sites IL1/H, IL2/H, IL3/H and IL4/H as part of the Draft Bradford District Local Plan. Please see the objection entered above for full details.
These proposals are problematic for a number of reasons, including but not limited to:
- Green Belt land release
- Environment
- Flood risk
- Flora & Fauna
- Effect on local character
- Effect on areas of historic significance
- Pressure on local infrastructure/amenities
- Road safety
- Parking
I would also note that a number of the assumptions & evaluations made in the document seem to underplay or disregard the concerns the document itself mentions. As the document is already aware of the huge potential pitfalls then, combined with strong resistance from the local area, I would urge BDC to reconsider these plans.
Sincerely,

Ben Rhydding Resident & Stockeld Road Business Owner

Object

Representation ID: 2958

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Ms Agnieszka Stachura

I am objecting to development of this site because of the significant adverse effects predicted in relation to the cultural heritage: the site 'is located within the Ilkley Conservation Area and is 30 m south of the Old Bridge Scheduled Monument'.
A significant negative effect might disturb Ilkley Conservation Area; the site is also situated next to the floodplain so with new builds there will have drainage issues.
The view and character of the place would be disturbed as it is such a close proximity to the ancient monument and recreational areas of the park.
It would be more beneficial to the proposed site to be developed into a protected conservation area through re-introduction of native flora (hedgerow plants, wildflower meadow and pond) that would contribute to the regeneration of declining populations of insects and birds. That would have a mitigating impact of current climate collapse.

Object

Representation ID: 2966

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Mr Andrew Cunliffe

Development proposed on this site will adversely affect the local conservation area. The consequent increased inhabitation for Ilkley will place an enormous burden on the town's infrastruture, which is already stretched beyond any designed capacity, especially in terms of primary & secondary school places and health care provision. Ilkley Grammar School, which already caters for pupils outside Ilkley, in neighbouring areas, is bursting at the seams; further additions to its cramped site in the last twenty years have severely limited the outdoor space for pupils.

Object

Representation ID: 2996

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Elizabeth Williams

This area is key to the character of Ilkley. If anything it should be rehabilitated and enhanced to provide precious green space which is noted as lacking in the proposals, not turned into housing where environmental impacts would have to be mitigated - a far cry from enhancement.

Object

Representation ID: 3014

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Fiona Pitt

Too close to historical old bridge . Would not be in character with the area

Would destroy the recreational landscape of the park.

Object

Representation ID: 3044

Received: 21/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Elisabeth Hamilton

This area of the town regularly floods.

Object

Representation ID: 3100

Received: 22/03/2021

Respondent: Miss Catherine Morgans

This piece of land is one fo the few remaining areas not built up within the centre and is critical to wildlife and the character of the area around the river enjoyed by so many residents and visitors. I do not understand why a number of available brownfield sites are not being utilised instead as these would have significantly less environmental impact. The significant increase in dwellings and therefore people and cars will place considerable pressure on the existing infrastructure including roads and schools which are already full. There is also increased flood risk in the area and removing the natural environment will further erode the flood defences it provides and be likely to exasperate the issues.

Support

Representation ID: 3121

Received: 22/03/2021

Respondent: Mrs Laura Phillips

As these are a small number and the impacts can be considered throughout development, I see no major reason to object to this development.