I was invited to attend a meeting at the Day Centre on Monday 12th April 2010 regards a proposed development of Domestic Dwellings in Hullbridge extending the habitable boundary by approximately 30% courtesy of my neighbour informing me as I did not have the pleasure of receiving any information from RDC.

At the meeting I was informed that you have already forwarded the incumbent Planning Application, is this correct?

I am surprised and disappointed that advance notice was not given that Planning applications were being forwarded, to at least allow me the opportunity to discuss and put forward my objections to your proposals which affects the whole Community. And it is unacceptable, to give me such short notice that a response is required by the 30th April.

I was also surprised that the Planning Officer (Mr Scrutton) was unable to answer questions put to him from the floor.

I wish to register my strong protest at this proposal, particularly as, in my view, it will have a detrimental affect on primary issues such as flood (Watery Lane floods every year several times), drainage, roads-access from and to Hullbridge and the obvious affect on our Doctors.

I was also informed that 18 gypsy sites will be erected in various parts of Rochford and some sites will be located in Hullbridge, I do strongly object to the site's which will have a detrimental affect on Health and Safety issues.

Does the Council require the financial burden to be funded by me.

I am astounded that the green belt land is to be used for this development without any explanation why re-designation has not gone through the proper procedures.

Some of our residents consider that the social housing is to be provided for the benefit of 'economic migrants' and not for the Essex Community.

I have lived in Hullbridge for some 40 years and in my retirement years I looked forward to continue a peaceful 'village' life.

Could you please respond to this letter.