Q-W4: Please add any comments you wish to make about a healthy, safe and inclusive South Warwickshire
With regards to air pollution, as I mentioned in a previous post, in areas of high pollution, such as near road intersections, plant vegetation which is especially good at absorbing pollutants. Regarding light pollution, I agree with street lights being turned off in certain areas at certain times. Not only does this save electricity, but it is good for nocturnal wildlife.
Initiatives on Warwick Gates to provide public areas such as gazebos and outdoor gyms had the unintended effect of concentrating anti-social behaviour and drug use in these areas. Developers should consider how these spaces might be used rather than their aesthetics.
There is a significant factual error in the plan. Site reference 'SWLP___12Nov21: Land East of Heron Way" is identified as land suitable for development. It is actually land already identified by SOADC as land for use as an environmental area for the benefits of local residents. [Sentence redacted]. This site should be shown for what it is already agreed to be, and environmental area with public access.
Access to public open space with facilities usable by all age groups and not confined to children's play areas are important for the collective health of the communities. They should be Safe by Design with S 106 money allocated from the developer for the maintance for the first 10 years.
The proposal for developing the 2 farms in Weston under Wetherley will affect open space frequently used by walkers along the multiple footpaths on these farms and those fishing. The quiet roads, lovely vista and good pub currently attract large numbers of cyclists also. All this would decrease or become impossible if developed.
The Warwick District includes a specific reference to walking, this is helpful. Mention of preserving Rights of Way should be added. Many people use footpaths for recreation and mental health. Stratford district does not refer to walking or footpaths. This is an omission, for the reasons above.
Noise It is important to balance the need for vibrant town centres and night life with the need for residential. In particular noise impacts can be limited by designating proposed residential away from areas where the night time economy is likely to be more prominent. Similarly changes to planning rules relating to change of use simultaneously make it easier to convert shops to bars etc and also to residential. Formulation of an appropriate area based policy can help to prevent subsequent clashes. Consideration should be given for a policy in relation to changes to residential to temporary bed and breakfast accommodation. Such changes can currently be undertaken without planning permission and current controls are inadequate to control impacts on amenity of other neighbours as a result of the intensification of the use of the property. Whilst it is not possible to specify distances from highways and trunk roads; consideration should be given to area based policy to promote a minimum separation distances from transport infrastructure (rather than reliance upon mitigation at the facades of residential premises themselves) to obtain a satisfactory noise environment. A similar separation distance should also be considered between residential and commercial premises, especially where the intended commercial use it proposed to be 24hrs. Air Quality It is important to recognise that individual developments may not in themselves push levels over national criteria but still have a cumulative impact on air quality overall. Levels with the Stratford AQMA are falling. Critical infrastructure developments to improve air quality should be identified and a CIL applied to all development to contribute to the reduction of pollution overall in the district. A minimum separation distance should also be considered from major polluters such as highways to take into account that critical limits for pollutants could fall in the future. Odour There are limited opportunities for businesses to set up to cater for local residents in isolated but relatively large developments such as Meon Vale. This has resulted in an increase in food businesses seeking to be run from domestic premises. This can cause problems for food safety and ancillary amenity impacts on residential such as odour and noise from deliveries. It is important that there is sufficient commercial space allocated in appropriate locations to enable commercial operations to serve communities without impacting upon residents. Sewers A policy should be adopted to ensure that sewers are constructed to an adoptable standard from the local water undertaker before premises are occupied. Capacity issues need to be identified and resolved prior to occupation to reduce sewer flooding onto new and existing residential premises.
In rural areas there is a need for safer routes for pedestrians and horse riders. Too often these users have to compete with vehicles for road usage
In rural areas there is a need for safer routes for pedestrians and horse riders. Too often these users have to compete with vehicles for road usage
In its list of open space, section W4 does not mention public rights of way through the countryside. Yet these are a valued feature of the Green belt land North of Leamington. This Green Belt land is easily accessible on foot from North Leamington. Use of these footpaths increased markedly during lockdown and continue today. The agricultural land continues to provide rural employment. Its continued use for modern arable grazing and wildlife refuge. The recreational, educational and health benefits to those in surrounding urban and suburban areas are important now more than ever, given the current increase in mental health and obesity levels.
I think a lot of South Warwickshire, and particularly my hometown of Leamington Spa has real potential for becoming a cycling area. A lot of the roads in Leamington and Warwick are very wide and could easily be modified over the next few decades to include separated bike lanes, like those seen in the Netherlands. I think promoting cycling as an active form of transport could both improve environmental and health outcomes in the area. A dedicated radial cycle lane network for example, connecting the areas of highest population density with the town centres and large employers could set us apart from a lot of similar areas in the country.
Open space for leisure and informal recreation can become areas for antisocial behaviour
VERY IMPORTANT WE HAVE A GOOD POLICY ON OPEN SPACES AND HEALTHY AND SAFE LIFESTYLE
Not listed are public rights of way through the countryside which are a crucial part of leisure, health and recreation. These are a valued element of the green belt land north of Leamington Spa.
The North Leamington Green Belt is a valued open space. People who live there state that the open Green Belt location is among the things they value most about living in the area, and it provides benefits for physical and mental health. It is easily accessible on foot from North Leamington so many people can (and do) access the public rights of way across the fields. Use of these footpaths has increased markedly since 2020's lockdown and these high usage levels continue today. The recreational, educational and health benefits to those in surrounding urban and suburban areas are important now more than ever. In the list of forms of open space in W4, public footpaths have been omitted. However, these form a valuable feature of the Green Belt around North Leamington for the reasons described above, and need to be included in planning considerations.
There is no mention of pubic rights of way through the countryside. These are a valued feature of the green belt land north of Leamington. In surveys residents say that the open Green Belt location is the thing they value most about living in the area, with benefits for both physical and mental health. It is easily accessible on foot from North Leamington so many people can access the public rights of way across the fields. Use of these footpaths increased markedly during lockdown and these high levels of use continue today. The agricultural land continues to provide rural employment and undergo diversification of farming techniques. Its continued use for modern arable, grazing and wildlife refuge helps preserve the characteristics of the rural Victorian village of Old Milverton enjoyed by so many. The recreational, educational and health benefits to those in surrounding urban and suburban areas are important now more than ever.
The Green Belt around North Leamington is a valued open space. In surveys residents say that the open Green Belt location is the thing they value most about living in the area, with benefits for both physical and mental health. It is easily accessible on foot from North Leamington so many people can access the public rights of way across the fields. Use of these footpaths increased markedly during lockdown and these high levels of use continue today. The agricultural land continues to provide rural employment and undergo diversification of farming techniques. Its continued use for modern arable, grazing and wildlife refuge helps preserve the characteristics of the rural Victorian village of Old Milverton enjoyed by so many. The recreational, educational and health benefits to those in surrounding urban and suburban areas are important now more than ever.
New developments and housing options must include and have access to green spaces. This has implications for maximum density but is very important for health and wellbeing as well as environmental sustainability.
In surveys residents say that the open Green Belt location is the thing they value most about living in the area, with benefits for both physical and mental health. It is easily accessible on foot from North Leamington so many people can access the public rights of way across the fields. Use of these footpaths increased markedly during lockdown and these high levels of use continue today. The agricultural land continues to provide rural employment and undergo diversification of farming techniques. Its continued use for modern arable, grazing and wildlife refuge helps preserve the characteristics of the rural Victorian village of Old Milverton enjoyed by so many. The recreational, educational and health benefits to those in surrounding urban and suburban areas are important now more than ever.
All public open space should be accessible for all. Often paths and gates are not suitable for wheelchair users.
The Green Belt around North Leamington is a valued open space. In surveys residents say that the open Green Belt location is the thing they value most about living in the area, with benefits for both physical and mental health. It is easily accessible on foot from North Leamington so many people can access the public rights of way across the fields. Use of these footpaths increased markedly during lockdown and these high levels of use continue today. The agricultural land continues to provide rural employment and undergo diversification of farming techniques. Its continued use for modern arable, grazing and wildlife refuge helps preserve the characteristics of the rural Victorian village of Old Milverton enjoyed by so many. The recreational, educational and health benefits to those in surrounding urban and suburban areas are important now more than ever. In its list of types of open spaces, section W4 does not mention public rights of way through the countryside. Yet these are a valued feature of the Green Belt land North of Leamington Spa for all the reasons outlined above.
The Green Belt around North Leamington is a valued open space. Our open Green Belt land is the reason that many of us have moved to this area, and invest in the local community. It has huge benefits for both physical and mental health. It is easily accessible on foot from North Leamington so many people can access the public rights of way across the fields. Use of these footpaths increased hugely during lockdown and these high levels of use continue today. This is due to the pandemic of mental health pressures that are greeatly alleviated by these open spaces. The agricultural land continues to provide rural employment and undergo diversification of farming techniques. Its continued use for modern arable, grazing and wildlife refuge helps preserve the characteristics of the rural Victorian village of Old Milverton enjoyed by so many. The recreational, educational and health benefits to those in surrounding urban and suburban areas are important now more than ever.
The Green Belt around North Leamington is a valued open space. In surveys residents say that the open Green Belt location is the thing they value most about living in the area, with benefits for both physical and mental health. It is easily accessible on foot from North Leamington so many people can access the public rights of way across the fields. Use of these footpaths increased markedly during lockdown and these high levels of use continue today. The agricultural land continues to provide rural employment and undergo diversification of farming techniques. Its continued use for modern arable, grazing and wildlife refuge helps preserve the characteristics of the rural Victorian village of Old Milverton enjoyed by so many. The recreational, educational and health benefits to those in surrounding urban and suburban areas are important now more than ever.
I think more provision needs to be made for safe routes around current pedestrian footpaths and byways along with better signage and general awareness of legal routes. Finding routes is not easy and council websites do not provide simple easy access to this information. Often fantastic walks are very close to urban areas but are unknown
The Green Belt around North Leamington is a valued open space. In surveys residents say that the open Green Belt location is the thing they value most about living in the area, with benefits for both physical and mental health. It is easily accessible on foot from North Leamington so many people can access the public rights of way across the fields. Use of these footpaths increased markedly during lockdown and these high levels of use continue today. The agricultural land continues to provide rural employment and undergo diversification of farming techniques. Its continued use for modern arable, grazing and wildlife refuge helps preserve the characteristics of the rural Victorian village of Old Milverton enjoyed by so many. The recreational, educational and health benefits to those in surrounding urban and suburban areas are important now more than ever.
In its list of open spaces, this section does not mention public rights of way through the countryside. These are a valued feature of the green belt land north of leamington spa.
Publlc rights of way across agricultural land are not mentioned but are important and much valued locally. Allotments are important for many for a healthy lifestyle and the growing of home produce. This is particularly important if the agricultural land is being taken up for building.
Argument 2. The Green Belt around North Leamington is a valued open space. In surveys residents say that the open Green Belt location is the thing they value most about living in the area, with benefits for both physical and mental health. It is easily accessible on foot from North Leamington so many people can access the public rights of way across the fields. Use of these footpaths increased markedly during lockdown and these high levels of use continue today. The agricultural land continues to provide rural employment and undergo diversification of farming techniques. Its continued use for modern arable, grazing and wildlife refuge helps preserve the characteristics of the rural Victorian village of Old Milverton enjoyed by so many. The recreational, educational and health benefits to those in surrounding urban and suburban areas are important now more than ever.
WE NEED TO ENSURE WE LIVE IN A HALTHY COMMUNITY WITH GOOD RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
Accessible and inclusive for ALL.