Support
Draft Local Plan-Part 2 Site Allocations
Representation ID: 20524
Received: 09/03/2020
Respondent: Mr Paul Cowcher
Ensure adequate drainage of the site to support existing and new housing
Increase in traffic to access shops etc.
Roads not suited to increase in traffic.
Safety issue for pedestrians wanting to access shops due to absence of footpath
no communal areas for residents
I support the GNLP decision that the site is unreasonable. The site is low lying and will need significant improvements to drainage to prevent flooding of any new development and to ensure existing housing is not impacted by drainage overload.
There are no local amenities within Strumpshaw meaning an increase of traffic into neighbouring villages to access shops etc. Many of the local roads are single track and are unsuitable for higher volumes of traffic.
There is no continuous pathway into Lingwood meaning access by foot represents a safety issue, especially during winter months during morning and evening commuting and school times. Note there is no street lighting in Strumpshaw.
There are no common open areas within Strumpshaw meaning no areas for young children to meet and play.