GNLP0461
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14754
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Dr Abdul Rashid
The proposed development would have a negative impact on conservation, habitat and the health and wellbeing of local residents. The site has an amenity value with local significance due to its location and the opportunities for public access and views across it that enables its intrinsic character to be experienced by many people each day. In addition to the social and environmental losses the proposed development is likely to have a significant effect on the protected species of wildlife and their habitats.
The proposed development would have a negative impact on conservation, habitat and the health and wellbeing of local residents. The site has an amenity value with local significance due to its location and the opportunities for public access and views across it that enables its intrinsic character to be experienced by many people each day. In addition to the social and environmental losses the proposed development is likely to have a significant effect on the protected species of wildlife and their habitats.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14762
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Mrs Clare Chaplin
Do not destroy our village by allowing more developers to build cheap homes that have no care or attention to their surroundings. Roundhouse Park is a prime example of this by not being in keeping with the rest of Colney Lane with their small plots, lack of open space, poor parking, cramming as many on as possible to keep the developers happy but to the detriment of others . The access to Gurney Lane is narrow, car parking is very much an issue, the pavement is only 1 person wide at best. More traffic onto colney ln.
Do not destroy our village by allowing more developers to build cheap homes that have no care or attention to their surroundings. Roundhouse Park is a prime example of this by not being in keeping with the rest of Colney Lane with their small plots, lack of open space, poor parking, cramming as many on as possible to keep the developers happy but to the detriment of others . The access to Gurney Lane is narrow, car parking is very much an issue, the pavement is only 1 person wide at best. More traffic onto colney ln.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14763
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Mr Dennis Lister
Unsuitable site, poor access.
Unsuitable site, poor access.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14769
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Mr Geoffrey Champion
There have been a number a attempts to develop this site, all rejected in the past. The same objections still apply. It will become an overflow hospital car park with very restricted emergency access due to narrowness of Gurney Lane. A tragedy waiting to happen
There have been a number a attempts to develop this site, all rejected in the past. The same objections still apply. It will become an overflow hospital car park with very restricted emergency access due to narrowness of Gurney Lane. A tragedy waiting to happen
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14792
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Mr Paul Butler
My wife and I strongly object to this proposal, this area is used daily by locals and not so local people to walk, cycle, exercise dogs, run and generally get out in the fresh air in a wonderful and unique part of the county. Families turn up every weekend to walk here. There is nowhere else like this in Norfolk, and building here would contribute to the decline of Norfolk as a county, little by little, which at the moment visitors tend to love, this would be eroded and lost forever.
My wife and I strongly object to this proposal, this area is used daily by locals and not so local people to walk, cycle, exercise dogs, run and generally get out in the fresh air in a wonderful and unique part of the county. Families turn up every weekend to walk here. There is nowhere else like this in Norfolk, and building here would contribute to the decline of Norfolk as a county, little by little, which at the moment visitors tend to love, this would be eroded and lost forever.
Comment
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14802
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Ms CHARLOTTE ABRAHAMS
The flora, fauna and wildlife need to be protected. This is a precious area
of the city which is enjoyed and explored by such a huge range of people.
It's fantastic to be able to walk in woods without having to follow a path
and let our children build dens, wildlife spot and appreciate the peace of
nature. Let's not allow our fine city to be developed into a hive of urbanisation.
I am sincerely disappointed to learn of the proposed development sites in
The Yare Valley, UEA lake and Bluebell Road areas which I enjoy with my dog
on a daily basis. The beautiful areas of Newfound Farm and the surrounding
woods are a fantastic wild home to rabbits, squirrels, jays and woodpeckers
as well as bats. I have regularly seen kingfishers and muntjac deer in
these areas too. It's rare to be able to explore wooded areas so close to
the city without having to follow allocated paths, letting our children
build dens, spot wildlife and appreciate the peace of nature. Shouldn't
woodland such as this be protected? It's ridiculous to strip an area with
such established diversity of species in fauna, especially one so cherished
and enjoyed by a huge range of local people. Wouldn't it be more sensible
to seek out areas with minimum impact on existing beautiful surroundings or
redevelop brownfield sites? I see this as a knock on effect from the Rugby
Club's successful expansion approval in the area, which I consider to be a
shameful decision. I truly hope that the planners and local council see
sense instead of profit and prevent our fine city losing it's identity to a
hive of urbanisation.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14828
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Professor Howard Temperley
As an elderly retiree (I am 85), I greatly appreciate Cringleford's open spaces, woodlands, and its wildlife, which I photograph - pheasants, rabbits, even the occasional hare. I am, therefore, strongly opposed to the plan for building over these green spaces while at the same time transforming our quiet residential streets into access roads.
As an elderly retiree (I am 85), I greatly appreciate Cringleford's open spaces, woodlands, and its wildlife, which I photograph - pheasants, rabbits, even the occasional hare. I am, therefore, strongly opposed to the plan for building over these green spaces while at the same time transforming our quiet residential streets into access roads.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14830
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Dr Anthony Gordon-Gray
The site is very close to the flood plain. It is part of the Yare Valley Green Infrastructure Corridor which should be protected not impaired. Development was turned down in the past, nothing has changed except that Gurney Lane and Colney Lane are now much more heavily congested with excessive daytime parking, before adding the traffic flow from another forty families.
The site is very close to the flood plain. It is part of the Yare Valley Green Infrastructure Corridor which should be protected not impaired. Development was turned down in the past, nothing has changed except that Gurney Lane and Colney Lane are now much more heavily congested with excessive daytime parking, before adding the traffic flow from another forty families.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14831
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Mike russell
Gurney Lane is narrow and difficult to access and restricted by non-resident parking. Recent bad weather made the road impassable for cars, in contrast to Colney Lane. Gas supply is limited in that pressure falls rapidly when all are using it, broadband is both slow and variable and half that claimed. 40 more residences would make all of this a lot worse.
Gurney Lane is narrow and difficult to access and restricted by non-resident parking. Recent bad weather made the road impassable for cars, in contrast to Colney Lane. Gas supply is limited in that pressure falls rapidly when all are using it, broadband is both slow and variable and half that claimed. 40 more residences would make all of this a lot worse.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14871
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Mrs sarah braden
I strongly object to this development for three reasons,
1: It floods occasionally
2: Access by an already choked road with day parkers, and infrastructure which cannot cope with extra vehicles.
3: It would also deprive walkers from access to the woods.
I strongly object to this development for three reasons,
1: It floods occasionally
2: Access by an already choked road with day parkers, and infrastructure which cannot cope with extra vehicles.
3: It would also deprive walkers from access to the woods.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14887
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Dr Adriana Sinclair
This development goes against the Council's Area planning policies, specifically:
Policy 1 Addressing climate change/protecting environmental assets:"The quiet enjoyment and use of the natural environment will be encouraged and all proposals should seek to increase public access to the countryside"
Policy 2 Promoting good design:"Respect landscape character and the historic environment"
Policy 7 Supporting communities'
health:"greater access to green space and the countryside"
Policy 8 Culture, leisure and entertainment:"access to green space including...the wider countryside".
It also contradicts the specific policy for Cringleford for "modest development" and "green infrastructure to enhance public access to the countryside and the Yare valley"
This development goes against the Council's Area planning policies, specifically:
Policy 1 Addressing climate change/protecting environmental assets:"The quiet enjoyment and use of the natural environment will be encouraged and all proposals should seek to increase public access to the countryside"
Policy 2 Promoting good design:"Respect landscape character and the historic environment"
Policy 7 Supporting communities'
health:"greater access to green space and the countryside"
Policy 8 Culture, leisure and entertainment:"access to green space including...the wider countryside".
It also contradicts the specific policy for Cringleford for "modest development" and "green infrastructure to enhance public access to the countryside and the Yare valley"
Comment
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14892
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Ms Alison Woods
This area is full of wildlife and it should remain so and be protected. It is also important to protect the surrounding area from floods by leaving this region as it is. It will be a real loss if this area is developed. There is already extensive building work in Cringleford.
This area is full of wildlife and it should remain so and be protected. It is also important to protect the surrounding area from floods by leaving this region as it is. It will be a real loss if this area is developed. There is already extensive building work in Cringleford.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14898
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Mr Tim Bennett-Odlum
I object to this proposal to build at the end of Gurney Lane. This site is part of the local recreational area connected to nature trails and supports local wildlife. There is a whole host of small animals, birds and deer that I have observed in the area, as well as insects and butterflies. Walkers, dog walkers, students all enjoy the trails in the surroundings woods. Flooding of the river is also a concern downstream, and this would add to the problem. Development should be kept away from this water course,,as the river can't handle it.
I object to this proposal to build at the end of Gurney Lane. This site is part of the local recreational area connected to nature trails and supports local wildlife. There is a whole host of small animals, birds and deer that I have observed in the area, as well as insects and butterflies. Walkers, dog walkers, students all enjoy the trails in the surroundings woods. Flooding of the river is also a concern downstream, and this would add to the problem. Development should be kept away from this water course,,as the river can't handle it.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14928
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Mrs Hatty Aldridge
Building on this proposed site, far too close to the River Yare, would mean considerable loss of green space, and would inevitably increase pollution in the Yare Valley, which is supposed to be a protected area, due to its value to the wildlife and the human population of the valley . Rather than reducing the green space available, efforts should be directed to preserving and enhancing the green corridor to meet the increased demands of the growing population. There seem to be sufficient development sites outside the valley to meet expected growth needs.
Building on this proposed site, far too close to the River Yare, would mean considerable loss of green space, and would inevitably increase pollution in the Yare Valley, which is supposed to be a protected area, due to its value to the wildlife and the human population of the valley . Rather than reducing the green space available, efforts should be directed to preserving and enhancing the green corridor to meet the increased demands of the growing population. There seem to be sufficient development sites outside the valley to meet expected growth needs.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 14965
Received: 20/03/2018
Respondent: Mr Colin Dennis
The loss of green space and its impact on the wellbeing of humans/wildlife. The large number of development sites outside of the valley being proposed should more than meet the expected growth needs for housing and employment, without risking damage to what local plans identify as a Strategic Green Infrastructure Corridor. The present green corridor is much used and, in some places, overused, as evidenced by the worn condition of some of its paths. Rather than reduce its size, every effort should be made to increase its extent to meet the needs of a growing population from adjacent housing developments.
The loss of green space and its impact on the wellbeing of humans/wildlife. The large number of development sites outside of the valley being proposed should more than meet the expected growth needs for housing and employment, without risking damage to what local plans identify as a Strategic Green Infrastructure Corridor. The present green corridor is much used and, in some places, overused, as evidenced by the worn condition of some of its paths. Rather than reduce its size, every effort should be made to increase its extent to meet the needs of a growing population from adjacent housing developments.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15051
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Dr Jeremy Bartlett
Loss of green space and its impact on the wellbeing of humans and wildlife.
The loss of green space and its impact on the wellbeing of humans and
wildlife. The large number of development sites being proposed outside the
River Yare valley should more than meet the expected growth needs for
housing and employment, without risking damage to what local plans identify
as a Strategic Green Infrastructure Corridor. The present green corridor is
much used and is under increasing pressure as the surrounding area becomes
more built up, the number of students at UEA and visitors to Earlham Park
increases. In the thirty years I have known this area, paths in the
vicinity of UEA have become wider and more areas have become trampled. With
such a pressure from visitors, we risk destroying an important asset to
Norwich. Rather than reduce the amount of green space, every effort should
be made to increase its extent, to meet the needs of a growing population.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15082
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Krissie Fox
STRONGLY OBJECT!
Not at all suitable for new homes, access is extremely poor.
PLEASE, PLEASE DO NOT GRANT PERMISSION.
STRONGLY OBJECT!
Not at all suitable for new homes, access is extremely poor.
PLEASE, PLEASE DO NOT GRANT PERMISSION.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15108
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Dr Gordon Collins
The proposed loss of green area is unacceptable. This is protected area for a reason. We all breathe the air near here, we learn about nature, we walk and clear our thoughts around here every day. There are so many unquantifiable benefits and I am afraid that it will only be looked at in terms of profit and the quanitifiable. We NEED these areas to be kept intact.
Are we SURE that these developments are what the community wants? There will be no going back. The habitats and the atmosphere of the are will be lost forever.
The proposed loss of green area is unacceptable. This is protected area for a reason. We all breathe the air near here, we learn about nature, we walk and clear our thoughts around here every day. There are so many unquantifiable benefits and I am afraid that it will only be looked at in terms of profit and the quanitifiable. We NEED these areas to be kept intact.
Are we SURE that these developments are what the community wants? There will be no going back. The habitats and the atmosphere of the are will be lost forever.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15144
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Cringleford Hub
Local residents regular use this woodland for leisure and access to the University. Cringleford Hub uses it for community cohesion events for Round House Park, and will do for the proposed New Found Farm Development.
Please do not build on this area. It is a well used wooded area accessed by local residents who enjoy the green space and the access to the university. It is the closest bit of woodland to the Round House Park development and the proposed New Found Farm development and will be greatly missed. This green area acts as a natural buffer between residential Cringleford and the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital, building here will just increase the build up of traffic on a stretch of road that already gets congested at peak times. The organisation I work with (www.cringlefordhub.co.uk), and its partners, sometimes use this wooded area for community walks, so we will lose that resource for future community cohesion events.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15177
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Yare Valley Society
Site lies in Yare Valley Green Infrastructure Corridor protected by River Valley Policies. More than some of parts. Any reduction in area could impact along the corridor and impair its ability to function effectively.
Corridor vital to wellbeing of humans and wildlife.
Corridor much used (worn paths). Corridor should be increased to meet demands of growing population from adjacent house building.
Large number of sites outside of valley being proposed, these should meet expected growth need.
A significant removal of "protected" green space in an area much used for informal recreation.
Site lies in Yare Valley Green Infrastructure Corridor protected by River Valley Policies. More than some of parts. Any reduction in area could impact along the corridor and impair its ability to function effectively.
Corridor vital to wellbeing of humans and wildlife.
Corridor much used (worn paths). Corridor should be increased to meet demands of growing population from adjacent house building.
Large number of sites outside of valley being proposed, these should meet expected growth need.
A significant removal of "protected" green space in an area much used for informal recreation.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15197
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Mrs Maureen Hollis
The loss of green space and its impact on the wellbeing of humans/wildlife. The large number of development sites outside of the valley being proposed should more than meet the expected growth needs for housing and employment, without risking damage to what local plans identify as a Strategic Green Infrastructure Corridor. The present green corridor is much used and, in some places, overused, as evidenced by the worn condition of some of its paths. Rather than reduce its size, every effort should be made to increase its extent to meet the needs of a growing population from adjacent housing developments.
The loss of green space and its impact on the wellbeing of humans/wildlife. The large number of development sites outside of the valley being proposed should more than meet the expected growth needs for housing and employment, without risking damage to what local plans identify as a Strategic Green Infrastructure Corridor. The present green corridor is much used and, in some places, overused, as evidenced by the worn condition of some of its paths. Rather than reduce its size, every effort should be made to increase its extent to meet the needs of a growing population from adjacent housing developments.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15200
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: James O'Donoghue
I strongly object to the loss of green space and the harm that this will inflict upon wildlife. What is more, there are thousands of people who regularly enjoy this area and who use it for recreational purposes. Their needs must be fully taken into consideration. These green spaces will only become more important to the local people as the city expands. There are plenty of sterile fields outside of the city that should be used for developments rather than precious and biodiverse green space enjoyed by so many.
I strongly object to the loss of green space and the harm that this will inflict upon wildlife. What is more, there are thousands of people who regularly enjoy this area and who use it for recreational purposes. Their needs must be fully taken into consideration. These green spaces will only become more important to the local people as the city expands. There are plenty of sterile fields outside of the city that should be used for developments rather than precious and biodiverse green space enjoyed by so many.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15219
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: mr albert king
Cringleford Neighbourhood Plan righly shows this flood plain area as"Protected", unsuitable for housing. Also, Anglian Water have laid underground large diameter water mains across this field and 7 manholes for the valve stations.
In addition, parking in Gurney Lane and Yare Valley Drive has become a real and critical problem as people park there all day to the extent that a review is under way re permits for property owners or restricted parking times . Further development would simply exacerbate an already overstretched system.
I firmly support my fellow citizens 0f Cringleford in condemning this application
Cringleford Neighbourhood Plan righly shows this flood plain area as"Protected", unsuitable for housing. Also, Anglian Water have laid underground large diameter water mains across this field and 7 manholes for the valve stations.
In addition, parking in Gurney Lane and Yare Valley Drive has become a real and critical problem as people park there all day to the extent that a review is under way re permits for property owners or restricted parking times . Further development would simply exacerbate an already overstretched system.
I firmly support my fellow citizens 0f Cringleford in condemning this application
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15236
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Mrs Daphne Ashton
I very much object to any building on this low lying land. Again it is long standing amenity land and used by many local people. Where would access be. Colney lane is busy enough as it is. I would strongly object to the opening of Colney lane. There was little use building a whole new road thru to hospital if youre going to let traffic thru again.
Green spaces should be saved.
I very much object to any building on this low lying land. Again it is long standing amenity land and used by many local people. Where would access be. Colney lane is busy enough as it is. I would strongly object to the opening of Colney lane. There was little use building a whole new road thru to hospital if youre going to let traffic thru again.
Green spaces should be saved.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15249
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Mrs Joan Sayer
Development in this green space at the bottom of Gurney Lane should not be allowed. I believe it to be on the flood plain and also this area is an important part of the Yare Valley which is an amenity enjoyed by many local residents. A large number of new homes here will bring far too much traffic along Colney Lane which is narrow and already becoming increasingly busy.
It is an important quiet route for cyclists and pedestrians to the local school and hospotal and should remain as traffic free as posssible.
Development in this green space at the bottom of Gurney Lane should not be allowed. I believe it to be on the flood plain and also this area is an important part of the Yare Valley which is an amenity enjoyed by many local residents. A large number of new homes here will bring far too much traffic along Colney Lane which is narrow and already becoming increasingly busy.
It is an important quiet route for cyclists and pedestrians to the local school and hospotal and should remain as traffic free as posssible.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15259
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Mrs Ann Livingstone
The loss of green space and its impact on the wellbeing of humans and wildlife. The large number of development sites outside the valley being proposed should more than meet the expected growth needs for housing and employment, without risking damage to what local plans identify as a Strategic Green Infrastructure Corridor. Rather than reduce the size of the green corridor, every effort should be made to increase its extent to meet the needs of a growing population from adjacent housing developments.
The loss of green space and its impact on the wellbeing of humans and wildlife. The large number of development sites outside the valley being proposed should more than meet the expected growth needs for housing and employment, without risking damage to what local plans identify as a Strategic Green Infrastructure Corridor. Rather than reduce the size of the green corridor, every effort should be made to increase its extent to meet the needs of a growing population from adjacent housing developments.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15275
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Mr Stephen Dawson
This proposal would be severely damaging to the amenity value of this part of the Yare Valley. At the moment it is possible to walk along the path to the woodland and then the Yare itself, beside a peaceful meadow area, seeing birdlife (green woodpeckers especially) and enjoying the open green setting. Development under this proposal would turn the walk into an urban path between housing. There is not enough green space available for leisure use and quiet recreation this close to Norwich already. Let's not destroy more of it.
This proposal would be severely damaging to the amenity value of this part of the Yare Valley. At the moment it is possible to walk along the path to the woodland and then the Yare itself, beside a peaceful meadow area, seeing birdlife (green woodpeckers especially) and enjoying the open green setting. Development under this proposal would turn the walk into an urban path between housing. There is not enough green space available for leisure use and quiet recreation this close to Norwich already. Let's not destroy more of it.
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15288
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Miss Mary Watson
The loss of green space and its impact on the wellbeing of humans and
wildlife. The large number of development sites outside the valley being
proposed should more than meet the expected growth needs for housing and
employment, without risking damage to what local plans identify as a
Strategic Green Infrastructure Corridor. Rather than reduce the size of the
green corridor, every effort should be made to increase its extent to meet
the needs of a growing population from adjacent housing developments
The loss of green space and its impact on the wellbeing of humans and
wildlife. The large number of development sites outside the valley being
proposed should more than meet the expected growth needs for housing and
employment, without risking damage to what local plans identify as a
Strategic Green Infrastructure Corridor. Rather than reduce the size of the
green corridor, every effort should be made to increase its extent to meet
the needs of a growing population from adjacent housing developments
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15293
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Mr Roy Catchpole
The destruction of the Yare Valley intended by the developers goes whole heartily against the Cringleford Development Plan. The infrastructure in and around the locality can not sustain further housing development and
prominent areas of the Yare Valley are up for grabs !!!!!
This will inhibit leisure facilities for families, wildlife is an important issue and land that has been always accessible to everyone will be lost forever.
The community spirit will decline, which is very much in evidence, with for example dog walkers and family outings.
As a Yare Valley Society member I fully support their objections .
The destruction of the Yare Valley intended by the developers goes whole heartily against the Cringleford Development Plan. The infrastructure in and around the locality can not sustain further housing development and
prominent areas of the Yare Valley are up for grabs !!!!!
This will inhibit leisure facilities for families, wildlife is an important issue and land that has been always accessible to everyone will be lost forever.
The community spirit will decline, which is very much in evidence, with for example dog walkers and family outings.
As a Yare Valley Society member I fully support their objections .
Object
Site Proposals document
Representation ID: 15297
Received: 21/03/2018
Respondent: Mr Rex Richardson
No land in this area of the Yare valley should be disturbed by buildings. The whole wide valley supports a multitude of wildlife. The survival of wildlife depends on a chain from tiny insects to otters, herons, owls, grass snakes, etc etc. To build on GNLP 0461 would be a tragedy and GNLP 0244 virtually as bad. It's best to remember no planting of trees, gardens etc can replace what is there. This is my main objection but of course the Roundhouse - Hospital road is already jammed with traffic at peak times .
No land in this area of the Yare valley should be disturbed by buildings. The whole wide valley supports a multitude of wildlife. The survival of wildlife depends on a chain from tiny insects to otters, herons, owls, grass snakes, etc etc. To build on GNLP 0461 would be a tragedy and GNLP 0244 virtually as bad. It's best to remember no planting of trees, gardens etc can replace what is there. This is my main objection but of course the Roundhouse - Hospital road is already jammed with traffic at peak times .