Object
Draft Local Plan - Supplementary Consultation
Representation ID: 7897
Received: 13/03/2019
Respondent: Mr John Hornby
In broad terms I agree with the methodology. However, the application of the methodology to certain sites assessed is flawed.
In particular, the presumption that ribbon development, no matter how well established it may be or how limited it may be in extent, should result in a scoring down on character and quality is not appropriate. Intrinsic qualities of unbuilt development should be taken into account, as should the visual amenity to local residents.
As an example, the assessment of Site 413 (Amber - ref A5) is flawed in this regard.
In broad terms I agree with the methodology. However, the application of the methodology to certain sites assessed is flawed.
In particular, the presumption that ribbon development, no matter how well established it may be or how limited it may be in extent, should result in a scoring down on character and quality is not appropriate. Intrinsic qualities of unbuilt development should be taken into account, as should the visual amenity to local residents.
As an example, the assessment of Site 413 (Amber - ref A5) is flawed in this regard.