Support

Representation ID: 23026

Received: 13/03/2020

Respondent: Bidwells

Support, with comments.
Whilst the general principle of providing development that adheres to space standards is supported, the policy should incorporate a degree of flexibility to ensure that consideration is given to site specific issues, as well as need and financial considerations. For example, there may be circumstances where there is a clear need for homes which fall below the space standards. The lack of flexibility within the policy would prevent this need from being satisfied.
In addition, whilst the provision of space standards in relation to internal room size is supported, the Council should not place undue restrictions on developers by enforcing requirements in relation to storage space. Developers ultimately need to have flexibility to react to buyer / market demands whilst operating within an overall minimum space standard regime.