Object

Representation ID: 56556

Received: 29/07/2013

Respondent: Centaur Properties

Agent: Cerda Planning Ltd

The Councils general approach to distributing development and spatial strategy is welcomed given that it provides a Framework for ensuring development meets the core principles of sustainability set out within the NPPF

The desire to protect the Green Belt from development where alternative non-Green Belt sites are suitable and available is noted however Green Belt issues should be weighed in the balance with other planning objectives for example supporting sustainable growth.

In respect of the large more sustainable Primary Service Villages Green Belt release should be considered in order to deliver housing to meet needs in the location where it arises and in order to underpin the sustainability and viability of such settlements.

The objective of distributing growth across the District including within and / or on the edge of some villages is also supported since a greater number of smaller sites will provide the Plan with inherent flexibility. more able to deal with change through the Plan period; it will enable housing needs to be met in the location in which it is generated; and will also allow for the benefits of development to be spread.

The Council must ensure that housing is distributed to Primary Service Villages in order that they deliver housing in their own right as opposed to these locations being seen as a 'sweeper' once all opportunities for development at the larger urban centres are exhausted.