GNLP0412

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Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 12905

Received: 06/02/2018

Respondent: Mrs Susan Barfe

Representation Summary:

A site with the best options for development but with very serious road safety issues.

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Bergh Apton was a small rural farming village, recent developments and the solar farm construction has already seen an increase in traffic, including heavy construction traffic. The mainly single carriage way roads around the village,and the only two roads into the village are already showing signs of erosion from increased traffic and the bank on the side of Slade Lane is looking in danger of collapse. At school drop off and collections times the single roads are unsafe to walk on or for children to cycle to school on.
However If development has to be undertaken in the village this would be an appropriate site for development with the least impact on the environment and the quality of life in the village. However the above has to be carefully considered, along with the issue of traffic from this site using the very narrow road into Poringland as a short cut, this road has a series of blind corners on it, and would have to be either widened or changed into a one way system.

Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 13023

Received: 26/02/2018

Respondent: FW Properties

Representation Summary:

As per the comment raised in the Suitability Assessment in relation to the potential historic contamination in this brownfield site, this has been factored into our viability analysis for the development of this land together with the cost of any upgrades to drainage. We confirm that there would be no loss of any Grade 2 agricultural land as part of the redevelopment of this site which would be entirely focused upon the brownfield land. The perceived remoteness of all the sites which have been put forward in Bergh Apton is largely due to the dispersed nature of the village.

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As per the comment raised in the Suitability Assessment in relation to the potential historic contamination in this brownfield site, this has been factored into our viability analysis for the development of this land together with the cost of any upgrades to drainage. We confirm that there would be no loss of any Grade 2 agricultural land as part of the redevelopment of this site which would be entirely focused upon the brownfield land. The perceived remoteness of all the sites which have been put forward in Bergh Apton is largely due to the dispersed nature of the village.

Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 13663

Received: 08/03/2018

Respondent: Mrs Hilary Ling

Representation Summary:

Of all the sites offered for development this is the best one. It is an old concrete block works and is an eyesore at present. It has a good road and access to mains drainage. It is near other houses and a bus route.

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Of all the sites offered for development this is the best one. It is an old concrete block works and is an eyesore at present. It has a good road and access to mains drainage. It is near other houses and a bus route.

Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 13961

Received: 14/03/2018

Respondent: Bergh Apton Parish Council

Representation Summary:

* This is the Parish Council's only favoured site for residential development in the village.
* The highway is considered adequate at this location and benefits from passing places.
* Mains drainage is available.
* As a brownfield site re-development would better utilise this location and vastly improve the aesthetics of the area.
* Given the size of the site the scope for a range of dwelling types and tenures would be beneficial to the village

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* This is the Parish Council's only favoured site for residential development in the village.
* The highway is considered adequate at this location and benefits from passing places.
* Mains drainage is available.
* As a brownfield site re-development would better utilise this location and vastly improve the aesthetics of the area.
* Given the size of the site the scope for a range of dwelling types and tenures would be beneficial to the village

Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 14027

Received: 15/03/2018

Respondent: Mrs Janet Skedge

Representation Summary:

This is a brownfield site close to social housing.
Reasonable access with passing places created for lorries using the former blockworks.
Mains drainage available.

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This is a brownfield site close to social housing.
Reasonable access with passing places created for lorries using the former blockworks.
Mains drainage available.

Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 14033

Received: 15/03/2018

Respondent: Mr David Skedge

Representation Summary:

This brownfield site is not remote being very close to social housing & Tenwinter Pightle.
With the right mix of housing,development of this site could be an asset to the village.
Mains drainage is available.

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This brownfield site is not remote being very close to social housing & Tenwinter Pightle.
With the right mix of housing,development of this site could be an asset to the village.
Mains drainage is available.

Comment

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 14079

Received: 15/03/2018

Respondent: mrs Sandra Schroder

Representation Summary:

Only supported as it is a brownfield site. !2 houses in an area that has several council, social and private housing is far too many and will turn this corner into an urban landscape. There will only be three affordable with nine large expensive houses which are too expensive for most under the age of 50. Bergh Apton is a village not a suburb of Norwich so PLEASE cut down the number of houses and make them 3 bed and affordable housing. Huge estate houses such as those on Cookes Road do not suit a rural setting.

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Only supported as it is a brownfield site. !2 houses in an area that has several council, social and private housing is far too many and will turn this corner into an urban landscape. There will only be three affordable with nine large expensive houses which are too expensive for most under the age of 50. Bergh Apton is a village not a suburb of Norwich so PLEASE cut down the number of houses and make them 3 bed and affordable housing. Huge estate houses such as those on Cookes Road do not suit a rural setting.

Comment

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 14102

Received: 15/03/2018

Respondent: Mr Richard Cushing

Representation Summary:

This 'Brown Field' site has been rejected for development many times over the years. Like the Parish Council, I to, am keen to see the development go ahead but with affordable and not 'executive' style houses that only the few can afford.

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This 'Brown Field' site has been rejected for development many times over the years. Like the Parish Council, I to, am keen to see the development go ahead but with affordable and not 'executive' style houses that only the few can afford.

Comment

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 14535

Received: 19/03/2018

Respondent: Audrey Chappell

Representation Summary:

This site is the only one in Bergh Apton where new houses may benefit the site. But 12 is far too many; for our roads and infrastructure and for the character of the village as a whole. 12 houses is an estate which would detract from the rural character used as a sales pitch for the houses already being built. We already have several executive type houses just completed or on the way to completion, and more mid range, 3 bed and more affordable dwellings would enable a better social mix of people. Maybe four or five houses at most!

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This site is the only one in Bergh Apton where new houses may benefit the site. But 12 is far too many; for our roads and infrastructure and for the character of the village as a whole. 12 houses is an estate which would detract from the rural character used as a sales pitch for the houses already being built. We already have several executive type houses just completed or on the way to completion, and more mid range, 3 bed and more affordable dwellings would enable a better social mix of people. Maybe four or five houses at most!

Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 14569

Received: 19/03/2018

Respondent: Mr Richard Crome

Representation Summary:

Use of a brownfield site which is an eyesore. Only supporting because this is the best option of all those put forward for the parish.

Major concerns for traffic which is likely to be from A146 junction onto Mill Road which is very dangerous. Also visibility at the Mill Road Crossroads from Mill Road is very restricted and becoming more dangerous with ever increasing traffic.If this proposal is adopted it would be essential to carry out road improvements at both these positions.

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Use of a brownfield site which is an eyesore. Only supporting because this is the best option of all those put forward for the parish.

Major concerns for traffic which is likely to be from A146 junction onto Mill Road which is very dangerous. Also visibility at the Mill Road Crossroads from Mill Road is very restricted and becoming more dangerous with ever increasing traffic.If this proposal is adopted it would be essential to carry out road improvements at both these positions.

Comment

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 14583

Received: 19/03/2018

Respondent: Mrs Stephanie Crome

Representation Summary:

The lesser of all the evils of the developments proposed for Bergh Apton.

This is a brownfield site which is an eyesore. However, major concerns for increased traffic through the village. The bus timetable is not frequent enough to enable usage for work purposes so public transport is not an option. The junction of the A146 with Mill Road is dangerous already without extra traffic. Also, visibility at the Mill Road Crossroads with Mill Road is extremely poor and measures would have to be taken to improve this.

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The lesser of all the evils of the developments proposed for Bergh Apton.

This is a brownfield site which is an eyesore. However, major concerns for increased traffic through the village. The bus timetable is not frequent enough to enable usage for work purposes so public transport is not an option. The junction of the A146 with Mill Road is dangerous already without extra traffic. Also, visibility at the Mill Road Crossroads with Mill Road is extremely poor and measures would have to be taken to improve this.

Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 15583

Received: 22/03/2018

Respondent: John Ling

Representation Summary:

ThIs is an area of the village already well-populated but whose condition is beginning to be adversely affected by the gradual decay of the former concrete block manufacturing plant on this site. Its development for housing through this application will greatly improve the conditions of the area. The site is on the side of the village closest to Norwich - potentially the most likely destination of residents - and it will give them a route choice of Poringland or A146 that will better disperse its traffic. Of sites offered in Bergh Apton this ticks all the boxes of logical development.

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ThIs is an area of the village already well-populated but whose condition is beginning to be adversely affected by the gradual decay of the former concrete block manufacturing plant on this site. Its development for housing through this application will greatly improve the conditions of the area. The site is on the side of the village closest to Norwich - potentially the most likely destination of residents - and it will give them a route choice of Poringland or A146 that will better disperse its traffic. Of sites offered in Bergh Apton this ticks all the boxes of logical development.

Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 15670

Received: 22/03/2018

Respondent: Mrs Renata Thornber

Representation Summary:

This is one of the most practical sites for development. There are a variety of routes to the proposed site and currently the site is an eye-sore. Development would tidy up the site and there is space for a development of mixed value properties which would be very nice This site is close to more other modern development in the village and children would be able to walk to school via a route which was safer bearing in mind there are no roads with pavements for children to walk to school

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This is one of the most practical sites for development. There are a variety of routes to the proposed site and currently the site is an eye-sore. Development would tidy up the site and there is space for a development of mixed value properties which would be very nice This site is close to more other modern development in the village and children would be able to walk to school via a route which was safer bearing in mind there are no roads with pavements for children to walk to school

Comment

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 15689

Received: 22/03/2018

Respondent: Mr Paul Thornber

Representation Summary:

In principal this brownfield site would appear to have merit as a development site.
Whilst access is possible from the Brooke, Alpington and Bergh Apton directions the road is narrow with no footpaths for the use of dog walkers, mothers with prams and walkers.

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In principal this brownfield site would appear to have merit as a development site.
Whilst access is possible from the Brooke, Alpington and Bergh Apton directions the road is narrow with no footpaths for the use of dog walkers, mothers with prams and walkers.

Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 15856

Received: 22/03/2018

Respondent: Mrs Julie Gosling

Representation Summary:

*Of all the sites held out for development this site is the most logical.
*A brownfield site which would be better utilised for residential use and would enhance the aesthetics of the area.
*Given the size of the site the scope for a range of dwelling types and tenures would be beneficial to the village

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*Of all the sites held out for development this site is the most logical.
*A brownfield site which would be better utilised for residential use and would enhance the aesthetics of the area.
*Given the size of the site the scope for a range of dwelling types and tenures would be beneficial to the village

Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 15857

Received: 22/03/2018

Respondent: Mrs Julie Gosling

Representation Summary:

*Of all the sites held out for development this site is the most logical.
*A brownfield site which would be better utilised for residential use and would enhance the aesthetics of the area.
*Given the size of the site the scope for a range of dwelling types and tenures would be beneficial to the village

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*Of all the sites held out for development this site is the most logical.
*A brownfield site which would be better utilised for residential use and would enhance the aesthetics of the area.
*Given the size of the site the scope for a range of dwelling types and tenures would be beneficial to the village

Object

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 16194

Received: 09/04/2018

Respondent: MR KARL RICH

Number of people: 2

Representation Summary:

Bergh Apton has had a number of developments recently and therefore is it fair for more?
The street, Bergh Apton is very narrow.
Increased traffic would mean more trying to access the A146. Slade lane leading to the A146 already has queuing traffic.
There are NO amenities in apart from a Post Office.
Alpington School is full to capacity.
There is NO mains drainage in the street.
The village prides itself on its conservation and environmental strategies and further development would cancel out its efforts.
The fields and rough ground surrounding Bergh Apton are home to a Barn Owl.

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We are writing in response to the proposal for further development in Bergh Apton as listed above.
Please find listed the reasons we feel Bergh Apton is not suitable.
1. Bergh Apton has had a number of developments recently and therefore is it fair for more?
2. The street, Bergh Apton is very narrow (only 1 car's width in places) A number of these cottages do not have parking and therefore park in this very narrow road, making passing impossible. The road is already over used by long vehicles along with increased traffic, which is uses residents front drives as passing places.
3. Increased traffic would mean more vehicles trying to access the A146. Slade lane leading to the A146 already has queuing traffic during peak times.
4. There are NO amenities in Bergh Apton apart from a Post Office at Hellington Corner.
5. Alpington School (the nearest and most likely to be used by young families) is full to capacity.
6. There is NO mains drainage in the street and the cess pits have to be emptied regularly.
7. Bergh Apton as a village prides itself on its conservation and environmental strategies and further development would cancel out its efforts.
8. The fields and rough ground surrounding Bergh Apton are home to a resident Barn Owl. it is seen daily hunting particularly in The Street, Dodgers Lane and Church road.
We hope you will consider these points when making your decision.

Support

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 16223

Received: 28/03/2018

Respondent: mr keith mann

Representation Summary:

I would like to support the use of GNLP0412 as the land best suited to development in Bergh Apton. Use of brownfield site with main drainage, and good access. The road is no worse than others in our village and will 'improve' the village compared to other sites which will not. Much less environmental impact.

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I would like to support the use of GNLP0412 as the land best suited to development in Bergh Apton. Use of brownfield site with main drainage, and good access. The road is no worse than others in our village and will 'improve' the village compared to other sites which will not. Much less environmental impact.

I would like to object strongly to the use of GNLP0210.
This is easily the worst option of the five for Bergh Apton. Dangerous position, poor visibility for traffic and very bad environmental impacts. It would have a very negative impact on the village and to the surrounding green area and old church. Area already heavily used by refuge site and lots of traffic.

Object

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 16232

Received: 10/04/2018

Respondent: Ms Diane Hinkly

Representation Summary:

GNLP0412 - Yes this site is a mess, but the advantage is that the trees and shrubs surround the site and it can hardly be seen. If a housing estate is built, the threes and shrubs will be replaced by fences. The housing estate will stick out like a sore thumb at the top of the farmers field - what an eyesore for Bergh Apton Residents!!

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To, Whom it may concern,
Please read enclosed notes Re - building In Bergh Apton,
I applied twice for a response form and neither of them ever arrived.
Many from Bergh Apton have tried to respond online but failed every time they tried to do so, and are puzzled to know why it wont accept their response.
Please consider mine, and others response, to the impact that more building sites will have on residents of Bergh Apton.
Thank you
Diane Hinkly
GNLP0203 - This small field is situated right behind three grade two listed houses. These houses are well known and famous and often feature in books written about Norfolk because of their history and architectural interest including photographs.
A "Bergh Apton" barn owl and family reside close by and daily visit this field. Much loved and protected by Bergh Apton residents. This field lies directly behind these three, Grade two listed houses which means any houses built in this field will be right behind the gardens overlooking, not only the back gardens but all the living areas of the grade two listed houses, encroaching on their privacy. I am privileged to live in one of these houses. I bought the house because of its character, history and that no houses overlooked my garden or living area and the architectural interest.
I will be devastated if my views of trees and shrubs and wildlife are replaced by ugly modern houses that are not welcome in Bergh Apton and that my privacy will be lost, as every area of my living space will be overlooked. Our houses will become part of a housing estate. Please see notes at end.
GNLP0412 - Yes this site is a mess, but the advantage is that the trees and shrubs surround the site and it can hardly be seen. If a housing estate is built, the threes and shrubs will be replaced by fences. The housing estate will stick out like a sore thumb at the top of the farmers field - what an eyesore for Bergh Apton Residents!!
GNLP0533 - The street used to have Cottages, Farms and Character, Now its beginning to look like a modern coronation street. Houses after houses. I feel so sorry for the residents.
GNLP0203/0412 - Church Road is a narrow, bendy road which has a very limited amount of traffic- It is not designed to accommodate a volume of cars and can be very dangerous at times.
Berch Apton is a quiet, quirky village. The nearest doctors is 5 miles away - there are no schools, one bus per day, when the snow came, we were cut off for 5 days - nothing accessible. Supermarkets are a miles away, there are no amenities! The houses recently built are not in keeping with the area and many sitting empty.
Please, Please Please!!
No more houses in Bergh Apton. Please don't continue to ruin our village and spoil what is left of our parish. The architectural interest of the grade two listed houses will be beried amoungst a modern housing estate.
Regards
Diane Hinkly
15 Church Road
Bergh Apton
Norwich
Norfolk
NR15 1BP
On behalf of herself and many others who tried to go online to protest, but found it was too difficult to get online because the site wouldn't allow them to do so.

Object

Site Proposals document

Representation ID: 16235

Received: 10/04/2018

Respondent: Ms Diane Hinkly

Representation Summary:

Church Road is a narrow, bendy road, It is not designed to accommodate a volume of cars and can be very dangerous at times.
The nearest doctors is 5 miles away - there are no schools, one bus per day, when the snow came, we were cut off for 5 days.Supermarkets are a miles away, there are no amenities!
Please,
No more houses in Bergh Apton. Please don't continue to ruin our village and spoil what is left of our parish. The architectural interest of the grade two listed houses will be buried amoungst a modern housing estate.

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To, Whom it may concern,
Please read enclosed notes Re - building In Bergh Apton,
I applied twice for a response form and neither of them ever arrived.
Many from Bergh Apton have tried to respond online but failed every time they tried to do so, and are puzzled to know why it wont accept their response.
Please consider mine, and others response, to the impact that more building sites will have on residents of Bergh Apton.
Thank you
Diane Hinkly
GNLP0203 - This small field is situated right behind three grade two listed houses. These houses are well known and famous and often feature in books written about Norfolk because of their history and architectural interest including photographs.
A "Bergh Apton" barn owl and family reside close by and daily visit this field. Much loved and protected by Bergh Apton residents. This field lies directly behind these three, Grade two listed houses which means any houses built in this field will be right behind the gardens overlooking, not only the back gardens but all the living areas of the grade two listed houses, encroaching on their privacy. I am privileged to live in one of these houses. I bought the house because of its character, history and that no houses overlooked my garden or living area and the architectural interest.
I will be devastated if my views of trees and shrubs and wildlife are replaced by ugly modern houses that are not welcome in Bergh Apton and that my privacy will be lost, as every area of my living space will be overlooked. Our houses will become part of a housing estate. Please see notes at end.
GNLP0412 - Yes this site is a mess, but the advantage is that the trees and shrubs surround the site and it can hardly be seen. If a housing estate is built, the threes and shrubs will be replaced by fences. The housing estate will stick out like a sore thumb at the top of the farmers field - what an eyesore for Bergh Apton Residents!!
GNLP0533 - The street used to have Cottages, Farms and Character, Now its beginning to look like a modern coronation street. Houses after houses. I feel so sorry for the residents.
GNLP0203/0412 - Church Road is a narrow, bendy road which has a very limited amount of traffic- It is not designed to accommodate a volume of cars and can be very dangerous at times.
Berch Apton is a quiet, quirky village. The nearest doctors is 5 miles away - there are no schools, one bus per day, when the snow came, we were cut off for 5 days - nothing accessible. Supermarkets are a miles away, there are no amenities! The houses recently built are not in keeping with the area and many sitting empty.
Please, Please Please!!
No more houses in Bergh Apton. Please don't continue to ruin our village and spoil what is left of our parish. The architectural interest of the grade two listed houses will be beried amoungst a modern housing estate.
Regards
Diane Hinkly
15 Church Road
Bergh Apton
Norwich
Norfolk
NR15 1BP
On behalf of herself and many others who tried to go online to protest, but found it was too difficult to get online because the site wouldn't allow them to do so.