Object

Local Plan 2011-2031 Proposed Submission Draft

Representation ID: 106

Received: 21/10/2016

Respondent: Dr John Horton

Legally compliant? Yes

Sound? No

Duty to co-operate? Yes

Representation Summary:

Object to WY1: size of development, flood risk

Full text:

Most of the issues are well handled and sensible requirements are included. My main concern, other than the large size of the development in what is a small village is the risk of flooding downstream of the development. While I agree that SUDs and other measures should limit the risk, the issue remains that the current stream is already inadequate, constrained by high banks and often blocked by debris and rubbish. Therefore one necessary task which should be included in the plan is to ensure that the watercourse is restructured and properly maintained. This should be included as one of the obligations of the development.