Support
Solihull Local Plan (Draft Submission) 2020
Representation ID: 13838
Received: 14/12/2020
Respondent: Kler Group - Gentleshaw Lane
Agent: Cerda Planning Ltd
Support the principle of the site being removed from the Green Belt. However, it should be clarified that the masterplan is for indicative purposes with a final masterplan formulated as part of the development management process.
Specific details of how open space is to be provided is still to be explored as is Green Belt mitigation / enhancements.
Infrastructure requirements should refer to the provision of 40% affordable housing in accordance with Policy P4A.
Concerns as to the extent to which evidence supports the re-provision of Arden Academy and whether this is a necessary infrastructure requirement arising from the draft allocation.
Clarification that the masterplan is for indicative purposes with a final masterplan formulated as part of the development management process.
The provision of open space and how and where this could be located for example in relation to the Local Wildlife Site is to be explored further.
Infrastructure requirements should refer to the provision of 40% affordable housing in accordance with Policy P4A.
The extent of Green Belt enhancements will need to be considered once further work is concluded in relation to the Concept Master Plan and the position is settled upon in terms of on-site mitigatory measures.
Clarification regarding the reprovision of Arden Academy including evidence to supporting the relocation and whether this is a necessary infrastructure requirement arising from the draft allocation.
See attached documents