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Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 14458

Received: 19/03/2018

Respondent: Mr Christopher Killen

Representation Summary:

I oppose any further development of the Yare Valley and in particular the Bluebell Road and Strawberry Field sites as they are very close to the river itself. The Yare Valley is well used as an amenity by walkers, with or without dogs, and families. Children in particular enjoy the donkeys and horses. The fauna and flora are special and should be preserved and protected. Regarding infrastructure, the junctions at each end of Bluebell Road are not able to bear any increase in traffic. I believe that it is important for Norwich to have a "green belt".

Full text:

I oppose the development of the site adjacent to Bluebell Road and the Strawberry field site particularly as they are very close to the river and are within the Yare Valley. The Yare Valley is an area of natural beauty and should be preserved as a natural amenity. Eaton Park, though a valuable resource in the area, is not a quiet, natural space. I oppose any further development of the Yare Valley. In my view there are other less significant areas which are being proposed for development. The Yare Valley is well used as an amenity by walkers, with or without dogs and families. Children in particular enjoy the donkeys and horses. The fauna and flora are special and should be preserved and protected. Regarding infrastructure, the junctions at each end of Bluebell Road are not able to bear any increase in traffic, and the bus service along the road is minimal. I believe that it is important for Norwich to have a "green belt". The Yare Valley provides a natural green belt that should be preserved. If development continues, Hethersett will eventually become a suburb of the city.