Publication Draft

Object

Representation ID: 65858

Received: 27/06/2014

Respondent: Jockey Club Racecourses

Agent: Rapleys LLP

Legally compliant? No

Sound? No

Duty to co-operate? Yes

Welcomes inclusion of site specific policy on the racecourse, however object to the requirement for a master plan as well as the associated ban on any development which does not accord with the master plan. Our previous representations sought the inclusion of a site specific policy to enable development within the racecourse in order to make it easier to progress redevelopment proposals should they arise during the plan period. It is important that flexibility is built into the Local Plan to cater for changing circumstances during the plan period to ensure the future viability and vitality of the racecourse. The proposed wording of CT7 will constrain the racecourse. Jockey Club Racecourses have already informed the Council that there is a need to improve visitor facilities at the racecourse in order for it to remain as an attractive visitor destination. Enhanced facilities will need to include the following: a hotel, replacement saddling boxes, a new members entrance, extension to the caravan park.

- It would be unreasonable for the Council to refuse any applications in the absence of a master plan
- If the Council were to withhold approval for a master plan it would not be acceptable for the racecourse to be unable to make any planning applications
- The process for approving a master plan is unclear.
- The racecourse and castle have very different heritage assets of different values.
- It is unclear which sections of the policy apply to the racecourse - it would be inappropriate for the racecourse to comply with criteria a)
- The wording of the criteria is ambiguous
- It may not be possible to respond to the criteria at master plan stage.
- Unclear how applications relating to horseracing would be dealt with in the context of a master plan
- It is helpful the policy does not restrict the type of uses however there is discord between the policy wording and supporting text.
- Unclear what the Council is seeking to secure in relation to land for public recreation and biodiversity.
- The designation of a potential local wildlife site should be fully justified

Object

Representation ID: 66773

Received: 27/06/2014

Respondent: Jockey Club Racecourses

Agent: Rapleys LLP

Legally compliant? No

Sound? No

Duty to co-operate? Not specified

We consider that Policy CT2 Directing New or Extended Visitor Accommodation
should cross reference to Policy CT7 and the supporting text at Paragraph 3.142