GNLP0133-D
Object
Draft Local Plan-Part 2 Site Allocations
Representation ID: 20053
Received: 22/02/2020
Respondent: Dr Ksenija Ivir-Ashworth
I would like to object to the prospect of future development and expansion by the UEA on this piece of land. It is a green open space that should be preserved in its current form for the unrestricted use of the general public. Importantly, this landscape plays an important role in supporting wildlife, while it is also enjoyed daily by its countless visitors, staff and students. In fact, part of the reason for selecting the UEA for study or employment is this natural environment. Any development would lead to a degradation of this location.
I would like to object to the prospect of future development and expansion by the UEA on this piece of land. It is a green open space that should be preserved in its current form for the unrestricted use of the general public. Importantly, this landscape plays an important role in supporting wildlife, while it is also enjoyed daily by its countless visitors, staff and students. In fact, part of the reason for selecting the UEA for study or employment is this natural environment. Any development would lead to a degradation of this location.
Object
Draft Local Plan-Part 2 Site Allocations
Representation ID: 20604
Received: 10/03/2020
Respondent: Miss Dee Randell
Object to this massive development which will destroy a large chunk of greenbelt land, including trees that contain a diversity of nesting birdlife. Losing more of the green corridor will put pressure on wildlife and the amenities the people of Norwich can enjoy in this area.
400 student increase will also put pressure on local amenities such as Eaton Park and the Yare Valley, as well as local shops and bus services. And will also see an increase in traffic along Bluebell Road, thereby increasing carbon emissions while destroying precious woodland.
Object to this massive development which will destroy a large chunk of greenbelt land, including trees that contain a diversity of nesting birdlife. Losing more of the green corridor will put pressure on wildlife and the amenities the people of Norwich can enjoy in this area.
400 student increase will also put pressure on local amenities such as Eaton Park and the Yare Valley, as well as local shops and bus services. And will also see an increase in traffic along Bluebell Road, thereby increasing carbon emissions while destroying precious woodland.
Comment
Draft Local Plan-Part 2 Site Allocations
Representation ID: 21458
Received: 16/03/2020
Respondent: Anglian Water Services Ltd
Unlike other allocation policies there is no reference to water efficiency forming part of the design of this university related development.
There is also no reference made to existing foul and surface water sewers being considered as part of the site layout and design in the site specific requirements.
Unlike other allocation policies there is no reference to water efficiency forming part of the design of this university related development.
There is also no reference made to existing foul and surface water sewers being considered as part of the site layout and design in the site specific requirements.
Object
Draft Local Plan-Part 2 Site Allocations
Representation ID: 22556
Received: 16/03/2020
Respondent: Historic England
There are no designated heritage assets within the site boundary but the Earlham Park Conservation lies to the north of the site and the campus includes a number of listed buildings including the grade II* Sainsbury Centre and Norfolk and Suffolk Terraces, together with a number of other grade II listed buildings. Any development of this site therefore has the potential to impact upon the settings of these designated heritage assets.
We suggest that a more detailed HIA be prepared for the campus as a whole.
We welcome bullet point 2 regarding the heritage significance and setting of buildings within the campus and also the sensitive location adjacent to the University Broad. Careful design will be needed of any development to ensure the protection and enhancement of nearby heritage assets.
Suggested Change:
Amend policy wording in accordance with the advice above.
Prepare a more detailed HIA for the campus as a whole.
For full representation, please refer to attached documents
Support
Draft Local Plan-Part 2 Site Allocations
Representation ID: 22947
Received: 13/03/2020
Respondent: Bidwells
Number of people: 2
The UEA is a highly sustainable location for growth. Development at the UEA will help support and sustain the long-term forecasted growth of the University campus, alongside enhancing the UEA’s role as a world class research university. Furthermore, development at the UEA will help to sustain and enhance the important role of the UEA to Norwich and the ider UK’s economy, alongside supporting the Norwich to Cambridge tech corridor, as a key part of the Norwich Research Park.
As has been demonstrated, the site is suitable, available, achievable and viable, and is deliverable within the plan period. As previously recognised, there are no constraints which would affect the suitability of the site for academic and non- academic development. Accordingly, the foregoing text demonstrates that this specific site is a suitable location for development, including the expanded red line area, and the UEA support the GNLP’s proposals to allocate the site under GNLP0133-D for both academic and non-academic uses, subject to the proposed revisions to the policy wording.
Please find attached a Regulation 18 Stage C Consultation Representation, in relation to GNLP0133-D, Land between Suffolk Walk and Bluebell Road.
Comment
Draft Local Plan-Part 2 Site Allocations
Representation ID: 23153
Received: 16/03/2020
Respondent: Mr Chris Mitchell
4. I am informed that previous permission has been given to the UEA for student accommodation within the UEA park the lakeside of the accommodation road from North Park Avenue. This requires the removal of an established belt of trees which hides the stark reality of 1960s architecture of existing UEA accommodation. Also for the reasons given in 3 above.
Having viewed the above local plan at both the Cringleford and Millennium Library displays, I have the following comments to make on specific sites in South West Norwich.
First and foremost I am an advocate for preserving the landscape and environment of the Yare Valley. My views are endorsed by the fact that recent high river flows have seen extensive flooding of the Yare Flood Plain. This can only be further exacerbated by climate change and further development within the River Yare catchment. The conservation measures to safeguard wildlife is also imperative for this area.
Site Specific.
1. R42 i.e. the retirement development on the former Bartrum Mowers site.
Reluctantly I accept the need for extending the current development on this site given the fact that facilities have already been established there.
2. GNLP 1033-F (Strawberry Fields).
I strongly wish to see preserved the current amenity this site represents, free of development.
3. GNLP 1033-E (Current UEA Research Establishment - North Park Avenue.
I object to the proposal of further student accommodation proposed at this site. This is influenced by the fact that substantial student accommodation is being provided within the city centre regeneration plan. i.e. former Norwich Union office accommodation.
4. I am informed that previous permission has been given to the UEA for student accommodation within the UEA park the lakeside of the accommodation road from North Park Avenue. This requires the removal of an established belt of trees which hides the stark reality of 1960s architecture of existing UEA accommodation. Also for the reasons given in 3 above.