Agree with the general locations and phasing of residential properties over the period, and the plan seeks to develop bronwfield sites prior to the release of Green Belt. However, in light of the current economic conditions and the need to maintain an adequate five year supply; the policy needs to adopt a flexible approach with regards the timing and release of land for residential development, which may require the earlier release of Green Belt land.

Amend paragraph as follows:

It is important to phase the loss of Green Belt land to ensure that there is not an early or excessive release which may discourage redevelopment of previously developed land or undermine town centre regeneration projects. However, in order to maintain the housing trajectory it may be appropriate for the early release of Green Belt sites, to compensate for previsouly developed sites that may fail to come forward in the projected timescale; this approach will ensure that the Council maintains its five year supply.