7. Village Plans and Housing Options 4. Burton Green
I object to the plan as proposed with 75 houses on the one location at Burrow Hill Nurseries.
This is in danger of creating a 'village within the village'.
Development should be spread over two or more sites to ensure proper integration in Burton Green.
The site is potentially suitable for a smaller number of houses (circa 35) - although it is elevated the existence of hedging will minimise visual impact.
The consequence of HS2 could be twofold - building on this site at the same time as HS2 construction would make these houses un-saleable - also there is no reliable noise impact assessment and this site is liable to be exposed to the impact of the southern portal of the cut and cover tunnel.
This site is unsuitable for affordable/social housing due to its isolation from transport services and shops/services - it would require the need for a car - especially for older residents.
One vehicular access point onto Red Lane for the main body of the estate is inadequate for the proposed number of houses.
Water pressure/loss of water supply is a constant problem for Burton Green due to pumping limitations - this will need to be resolved before building any additional housing.
Also the gas mains in the area are aged and subject to constant leaks/repairs and will require upgrading.
The location is however suitable for younger families to act as a feeder to the Primary School which is undersubscribed locally.
It is also a perfect central location for a re-sited Village Hall - accessible to all of Burton Green.
However the cost of a new Village Hall should be borne by HS2 Ltd and not the developer.