Charlton Society – Application to designate a neighbourhood planning forum and neighbourhood planning area – May 2021

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Comment

Charlton – Application to designate a Neighbourhood Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area – 2021

Representation ID: 8615

Received: 09/06/2021

Respondent: Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service

Representation Summary:

I respond on behalf of Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service and would say that we have no observations or comments to make in regards to this application.

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I respond on behalf of Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service and would say that we have no observations or comments to make in regards to this application.

Support

Charlton – Application to designate a Neighbourhood Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area – 2021

Representation ID: 8616

Received: 09/06/2021

Respondent: Mr Robert Moore

Representation Summary:

Fantastic news, wholeheartedly support the Charlton Village Neighbourhood Forum.

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Fantastic news, wholeheartedly support the Charlton Village Neighbourhood Forum.

Comment

Charlton – Application to designate a Neighbourhood Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area – 2021

Representation ID: 8619

Received: 09/06/2021

Respondent: Forestry Commission

Representation Summary:

No comments on the application but advice attached which is relevant to all neighbourhood plans.

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Thank you for inviting the Forestry Commission to respond to the consultation on the Charlton Neighbourhood Plan. Unfortunately we do not have the resources to respond to individual plans but we have some key points to make relevant to all neighbourhood plans.
Forestry Commission and Neighbourhood Planning
Existing trees in your community
The Forestry Commission would like to encourage communities to review the trees and woodlands in their neighbourhood and consider whether they are sufficiently diverse in age and species to prove resilient in the face of tree pests and diseases or climate change. For example, if you have a high proportion of Ash, you are likely to see the majority suffering from Ash Dieback. Some communities are proactively planting different species straight away, to mitigate the effect of losing the Ash; you can find out more here. Alternatively, if you have a high proportion of Beech, you may find they suffer particularly from drought or flood stress as the climate becomes more extreme. There are resources available to help you get ideas for other species you can plant to diversify your tree stock and make it more resilient.
Ancient Woodland
If you have ancient woodland within or adjacent to your boundary it is important that it is considered within your plan. Ancient woodlands are irreplaceable, they have great value because they have a long history of woodland cover, with many features remaining undisturbed. This applies equally to Ancient Semi Natural Woodland (ASNW) and Plantations on Ancient Woodland Sites (PAWS). It is Government policy to refuse development that will result in the loss or deterioration of irreplaceable habitats including ancient woodland, unless “there are wholly exceptional reasons and a suitable compensation strategy exists” (National Planning Policy Framework paragraph 175).
The Forestry Commission has prepared joint standing advice with Natural England on ancient woodland and veteran trees. This advice is a material consideration for planning decisions across England and can also be a useful starting point for policy considerations.
The Standing Advice explains the definition of ancient woodland, its importance, ways to identify it and the policies that relevant to it. It provides advice on how to protect ancient woodland when dealing with planning applications that may affect ancient woodland. It also considers ancient wood-pasture and veteran trees. It will provides links to Natural England’s Ancient Woodland Inventory and assessment guides as well as other tools to assist you in assessing potential impacts.

Deforestation

The overarching policy for the sustainable management of forests, woodland and trees in England is a presumption against deforestation.

Woodland Creation

The UK is committed in law to net zero emissions by 2050. Tree planting is recognised as contributing to efforts to tackle the biodiversity and climate emergencies we are currently facing. Neighbourhood plans are a useful mechanism for promoting tree planting close to people so that the cultural and health benefits of trees can be enjoyed alongside their broader environmental benefits. Any planting considered by the plan should require healthy resilient tree stock to minimise the risk of pests and diseases and maximise its climate change resilience, a robust management plan should also be put in place.

Support

Charlton – Application to designate a Neighbourhood Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area – 2021

Representation ID: 8674

Received: 16/06/2021

Respondent: St Ippolyts Parish Council

Representation Summary:

This is to confirm St Ippolyts Parish Council support this application:

Application for a Neighbourhood Planning Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area Designation: Charlton (part of the unparished area of Hitchin).

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This is to confirm St Ippolyts Parish Council support this application:

Application for a Neighbourhood Planning Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area Designation: Charlton (part of the unparished area of Hitchin).

Comment

Charlton – Application to designate a Neighbourhood Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area – 2021

Representation ID: 8725

Received: 21/06/2021

Respondent: Hertfordshire Constabulary

Representation Summary:

Thank you for inviting me to comment on the proposed neighbourhood plan for the Charlton Parish. At this stage we have nothing further to comment on. However, once the draft Neighbourhood Plan is circulated we would be in a position to comment on it.

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Thank you for inviting me to comment on the proposed neighbourhood plan for the Charlton Parish. At this stage we have nothing further to comment on. However, once the draft Neighbourhood Plan is circulated we would be in a position to comment on it.

Comment

Charlton – Application to designate a Neighbourhood Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area – 2021

Representation ID: 8771

Received: 11/06/2021

Respondent: The Coal Authority

Representation Summary:

Thank you for your email below regarding the Application for a Neighbourhood Planning Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area Designation: Charlton (part of the unparished area of Hitchin).

The Coal Authority is only a statutory consultee for coalfield Local Authorities. As North Hertfordshire District Council is outside the coalfield, there is no requirement for you to consult us and/or notify us of any emerging neighbourhood plans.

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Thank you for your email below regarding the Application for a Neighbourhood Planning Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area Designation: Charlton (part of the unparished area of Hitchin).

The Coal Authority is only a statutory consultee for coalfield Local Authorities. As North Hertfordshire District Council is outside the coalfield, there is no requirement for you to consult us and/or notify us of any emerging neighbourhood plans.

Comment

Charlton – Application to designate a Neighbourhood Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area – 2021

Representation ID: 10174

Received: 22/07/2021

Respondent: Historic England

Representation Summary:

We have no objection to the principle of Charlton’s proposed designation as a Neighbourhood Plan area, but would note that the area identified on the map does not incorporate the whole of Charlton Conservation Area. We would recommend that, if the Designation is considered acceptable in principle by North Hertfordshire District Council, the boundary is adjusted to incorporate that section of the conservation area that is outside the southern extent of the proposed boundary, as well as the listed buildings at Wellhead Farm. This is to ensure a consistent approach to neighbourhood planning policy across these heritage assets.

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We have no objection to the principle of Charlton’s proposed designation as a Neighbourhood Plan area, but would note that the area identified on the map does not incorporate the whole of Charlton Conservation Area. We would recommend that, if the Designation is considered acceptable in principle by North Hertfordshire District Council, the boundary is adjusted to incorporate that section of the conservation area that is outside the southern extent of the proposed boundary, as well as the listed buildings at Wellhead Farm. This is to ensure a consistent approach to neighbourhood planning policy across these heritage assets.

Comment

Charlton – Application to designate a Neighbourhood Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area – 2021

Representation ID: 10175

Received: 21/07/2021

Respondent: Hertfordshire County Council - Environment & Infrastructure Department

Representation Summary:

Initial remarks and advisory comments for consideration

Full text:

Hertfordshire County Council (HCC) welcome the opportunity to comment on this application.

The Minerals and Waste Planning team wish to make the following initial remarks and advisory comments;

The county council, as the Minerals and Waste Planning Authority, is responsible for producing the Minerals and Waste planning documents in line with national policy and is the determining authority for minerals and waste development.

The adopted Minerals and Waste Local Plan documents are comprised of the following:

• The Minerals Local Plan 2002-2016 (adopted March 2007)
• Waste Core Strategy & Development Management Policies Development Plan Document 2011-2026 (adopted November 2012)
• Waste Site Allocations Development Plan Document 2011-2026 (adopted July 2014)
• Employment Land Areas of Search, Supplementary Planning Document (adopted November 2015)

The adopted Minerals and Waste Local Plan documents form part of the Development Plan for the area (in addition to the adopted North Herts District Plan) and this should be made clear within the Neighbourhood Plan.

Upon reviewing the Plan area designation, it is clear that there are no waste management facilities located within the area, nor are there any Allocated Sites or Areas for waste management uses, identified within the area boundary.

According to British Geological Survey Data, there are some deposits of sand and gravel found within the Plan area. These deposits are scattered but are mostly located along the eastern boundary and towards the north of the plan area.
The county council safeguards sand and gravel under Policy 5:Mineral Sterilisation of the adopted Minerals Local Plan and responds to district and borough planning applications to ensure that deposits are not needlessly sterilised where there could be potential for extraction.
When cross referencing the proposed plan area to the proposals contained within the Proposed Submission North Herts District Local Plan, it is clear that there are no proposals for built development within the area. The plan area is designated as Green Belt and Charlton is designated as a Conservation Area. The county council, as the Minerals Planning Authority, therefore has no concern with regards to the potential sterilisation of sand and gravel within the plan area at this stage.

HCC would like to continue to be notified of updates or consultations associated with the application by Charlton Society Neighbourhood Forum for designation as a Neighbourhood Planning Forum and for a Neighbourhood Planning Area.

Comment

Charlton – Application to designate a Neighbourhood Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area – 2021

Representation ID: 10177

Received: 15/07/2021

Respondent: National Grid

Agent: Avison Young

Representation Summary:

No comments on the application but advice attached which is relevant to all neighbourhood plans.

See attached representation

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Comment

Charlton – Application to designate a Neighbourhood Forum and Neighbourhood Planning Area – 2021

Representation ID: 10179

Received: 22/06/2021

Respondent: Natural England - East of England Region

Representation Summary:

No comments on the application but advice attached which is relevant to all neighbourhood plans.

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