We support the Council's identification of Hullbridge as a growth location but cannot support the key diagram as the proposed extensions to residential envelopes pre and post 2021 are too site specific. The purpose of the Core Stratgy is not to identify specific locations but indicate general areas for future development. The Core Strategy should identify land at Hullbridge as a growth location and not specifically land South-West of Hullbridge. Fundamentally, the detailed locations and quantum of development should be tested through and articulated within the Allocations DPD.

We consider it appropriate for the Key Diagram to indicate locations for new open space, parkland and riverside walks which should be assessed in terms of feasibility. There are opportunities for Hullbridge to be enhanced with the introduction of high quality public open space, parkland and riverside walks as well as appropriate links to facilities such as the local infant and primary school which would be essential elements of an extension to Hullbridge.