As a resident of Eaton Village for over 31 years, I strongly oppose ANY proposed development along the protected Yare Valley.
This is an area that is a vital green space and corridor for nature, habitat and wildlife, as well as providing much needed open space for Norwich residents and those from further afield.
To develop this area with housing [sic] would be nothing less than wanton destruction of habitat and loss for future generations to enjoy. This area is greatly used for recreation in all its manifest forms by countless people who greatly appreciate the open space and access that the Yare Valley affords.
To develop this area, to lose it forever, goes completely against public interest and will affect those who use it now and those who wish to do so in the future. Rather than reducing/destroying this much needed green space within Norwich, it should be increased and enhanced to meet the needs of the growing population from adjacent housing developments. The benefits to both mental and physical health from green spaces, nature, woods is well documented. To reduce this is both short sighted and selfish as it renders future generations of Norfolk residents the ability to enjoy what we treasure and value ourselves.
Aside from this I wish to mention the DISGRACEFUL loss of housing on the river side of Barrack Street - now over 10 years. And what is in place instead - a huge car park for Jarrolds Training. I fail to see how this can be justified.