Object

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 14960

Received: 20/03/2018

Respondent: Mrs Cathy Abigail

Representation Summary:

My health
The importance of wildlife diversity
The wellbeing of the many people who will live in the many new houses as well as those that currently live in the area.

Full text:

* I want to object to the develop on this site I walk this area regularly to help me maintain my physical and for me more importantly my mental health. I suffered a mental breakdown 10 years ago and walking in green areas was part of my healing process. In good weather I frequently walk to the horse's field along Bluebell Road to watch the sunset. Since my neighbours built their extension I can no longer see it from my property. It is seemingly small things that are very very important to me. The Yare Valley is a vital part of my wellbeing.
* The Yare Valley Green Infrastructure Corridor is more than the sum of its parts. Any reduction in its area could impact all along the corridor, affecting its integrity, and impair its ability to function effectively.
* The large number of development sites outside of the valley being proposed should more than meet the expected growth needs for housing and employment, without risking damage to what local plans identify as a Strategic Green Infrastructure Corridor
* The present green corridor is much used and, in some places, overused, as evidenced by the worn condition of some of its paths. Rather than reduce its size, every effort should be made to increase its extent to meet the needs of a growing population from adjacent housing developments.