Object

Representation ID: 67532

Received: 08/12/2014

Respondent: Mrs Carly Gold

The road noise (from the M40 & A46) is a significant problem. The proposed land is in close proximity to these roads and a sewage works. The associated noise and air pollution, particularly on a site where children will be living, should cause significant apprehension. I believe the health and safety of prospective residents will be at risk.
The site is in flood zones 2 and 3. Caravans are considered "highly vulnerable" and should not be permitted in areas where there is a high probability that flooding will occur. Need evidence to show this can be overcome
The Council's Consultation document fails to address the issue of access. Assume that the current narrow farm track leading to the site from Longbridge would be proposed. This track would be totally unsuitable. In addition, accessing the site from Longbridge would place the main entrance to the site next to a Grade 2 listed Longbridge Manor and on a dangerous bend in the road with poor visibility.
The cost of improving access, migrating flood risk, air, noise & soil pollution renders the plans un-deliverable.
SA states the effect on the economy is 'uncertain at this stage'. Furthermore the consultation documentation makes no reference to the potential effect of the site on the local economy and Tournament Fields in particular.
Whilst I fully applaud the local council's efforts to fulfill a legitimate need for residence for the travelling community, 'dumping' them on a site that is totally unsuitable because they have failed to find any other sites is not acceptable.