Proposed Main Modifications

I object to modifications 207,208 and 409 as detailed in the changes to allocations BA3 and BA4.
In particular, my concern is the inclusion of the open space 'white land' in BA3 and BA4 and thus enabling housing to be extended to this area. In the initial plan this area was designated as a country park.
1. The changes are not effective. They do not give sufficient and clear guidance on the extent of development in this part of Baldock.
2. The changes conflict with national planning policy.
a. This area of open space is a key recreational area on Clothall Common. It is used constantly by dog walkers, cyclists, runners and families. There is no indication of any replacement despite the density of the proposed housing making it even more essential to have open spaces.
b. This area was created as a barrier to alleviate noise from the bypass and was created from spoil during the construction of the tunnel. It is therefore unstable ground and is not suitable for housing.
c. Development of housing on rising ground would be of poor design and would be more prominent in relation to its surroundings.
3. It is not justified, as showing this open space as housing is unnecessary to allow for the proposed total number of houses and other related structures in the submission Local Plan to go ahead.
In conclusion the white land that was left unallocated between BA3 and BA4 in the submission Local Plan should instead be designated as 'urban open land'.

I object to modifications 207,208 and 409 as detailed in the changes to allocations BA3 and BA4.
In particular, my concern is the inclusion of the open space 'white land' in BA3 and BA4 and thus enabling housing to be extended to this area. In the initial plan this area was designated as a country park.
1. The changes are not effective. They do not give sufficient and clear guidance on the extent of development in this part of Baldock.
2. The changes conflict with national planning policy.
a. This area of open space is a key recreational area on Clothall Common. It is used constantly by dog walkers, cyclists, runners and families. There is no indication of any replacement despite the density of the proposed housing making it even more essential to have open spaces.
b. This area was created as a barrier to alleviate noise from the bypass and was created from spoil during the construction of the tunnel. It is therefore unstable ground and is not suitable for housing.
c. Development of housing on rising ground would be of poor design and would be more prominent in relation to its surroundings.
3. It is not justified, as showing this open space as housing is unnecessary to allow for the proposed total number of houses and other related structures in the submission Local Plan to go ahead.
In conclusion the white land that was left unallocated between BA3 and BA4 in the submission Local Plan should instead be designated as 'urban open land'.

I object to modifications 207,208 and 409 as detailed in the changes to allocations BA3 and BA4.
In particular, my concern is the inclusion of the open space 'white land' in BA3 and BA4 and thus enabling housing to be extended to this area. In the initial plan this area was designated as a country park.
1. The changes are not effective. They do not give sufficient and clear guidance on the extent of development in this part of Baldock.
2. The changes conflict with national planning policy.
a. This area of open space is a key recreational area on Clothall Common. It is used constantly by dog walkers, cyclists, runners and families. There is no indication of any replacement despite the density of the proposed housing making it even more essential to have open spaces.
b. This area was created as a barrier to alleviate noise from the bypass and was created from spoil during the construction of the tunnel. It is therefore unstable ground and is not suitable for housing.
c. Development of housing on rising ground would be of poor design and would be more prominent in relation to its surroundings.
3. It is not justified, as showing this open space as housing is unnecessary to allow for the proposed total number of houses and other related structures in the submission Local Plan to go ahead.
In conclusion the white land that was left unallocated between BA3 and BA4 in the submission Local Plan should instead be designated as 'urban open land'.