Object
Revised Development Strategy
Representation ID: 54221
Received: 29/07/2013
Respondent: Mr Rod Scott
Section 5.1.4. continues the policy of providing 40% affordable housing. While this is excellent as a global figure it can result in providing an excess of affordable housing in rural areas where it is not appropriate. This then causes extra unnecessary demands on public transport requirements for employment and recreation. In Rural areas, affordable housing levels should be determined by Local housing assessment surveys.
Section 5.1.4. continues the policy of providing 40% affordable housing. While this is excellent as a global figure it can result in providing an excess of affordable housing in rural areas where it is not appropriate. This then causes extra unnecessary demands on public transport requirements for employment and recreation. In Rural areas, affordable housing levels should be determined by Local housing assessment surveys.