Object

Solihull Local Plan (Draft Submission) 2020

Representation ID: 10949

Received: 14/12/2020

Respondent: Mr Neil Gavin

Legally compliant? No

Sound? No

Duty to co-operate? No

Representation Summary:

Developing a whole new waste management depot at the proposed site near Damson Parkway does not protect gaps between settlements because it is in a gap between residential areas and on Green Belt. Accessibility is actually reduced as access will be by smaller roads when currently it is major A road. the current site, if developed and managed properly, can meet the needs of the borough and the additional purposes outlined in the proposal. The new site will decrease the air quality around the area, increase the amount of vermin and create noise pollution.

Change suggested by respondent:

Develop the existing site at Bickenhill or identify appropriate brownfield land away from residential areas. If the site has to be relocated, find a site that is not near residential areas or areas already proposed for new housing.

Full text:

Developing a whole new waste management depot at the proposed site near Damson Parkway does not protect gaps between settlements because it is in a gap between residential areas and on Green Belt. Accessibility is actually reduced as access will be by smaller roads when currently it is major A road. the current site, if developed and managed properly, can meet the needs of the borough and the additional purposes outlined in the proposal. The new site will decrease the air quality around the area, increase the amount of vermin and create noise pollution.