This proposal involves moving the settlement line to incorporate agricultural land, encroaching on the Wensum Valley, an area of Special Scientific Interest. It could set a dangerous precedent for further development on Macks Lane, meaning the loss of a popular amenity which will have an unnecessarily detrimental impact environmentally and on the character of south Taverham.

A further major concern relates to access to the site on Taverham Road which is narrow and has poor site lines. It poses a danger to road users and pedestrians many of which are children walking to and from school.

This development beyond the existing settlement line will not be in keeping with adjacent homes although previous plans indicated a more acceptable development of three properties within the settlement line without encroaching on the agricultural land and thus avoiding the undesirable affects of this.

If further development is required within Taverham then there are undoubtedly other sites that are safer and more environmentally appropriate.