Dear Solihull Council,
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As a resident, I am writing to register my objection to the relocation of the Household and Recycling Centre to land within site UK2 at Damson Parkway.

This is clearly an inappropriate development, at this proposed site, and seems to me; to directly oppose many of the criteria set out in the local plan.

Solihull Local Plan - Draft Submission has a sub heading ‘ A plan for people and places where wellbeing and the environment matter’. The people of Damson Parkway will see any further development, particularly the Recycling Centre, as being in contradiction of these fine words.

The recycling centre proposal comes in addition to the significant expansion of the JLR facility, with development of their Logistics Centre. As a former JLR employee, I understand the need for this facility, but nonetheless it is unsightly and will significantly add to traffic density in the local area (despite the improved roadways). Let’s not forget JLR have expanded to the other side of Damson Lane with the Vehicle Dispatch facility.

We also have had major development of the Airport with greater engine noise when planes take off and land, plus the consequential added pollution. Solihull Moors football club car park is not sufficient for their needs, with supporters using Damson Lane for parking overspill.

The very nature of a Household Recycling Centre is that it can be accessed by the public. The public will visit the centre to suit their specific needs and that flow of traffic cannot be planned. Add to this the JLR increased traffic, Solihull Moors, Elmdon Park visitors and you will have guaranteed traffic disruption.

Please recognise these issues and do not proceed with the relocation of the Recycling Centre.