Object
HAAP: Schedule of modifications
Representation ID: 33294
Received: 09/01/2014
Respondent: Mr James Shanks
The Inspector's changes correctly and appropriately reflect the findings of the Retail & Leisure Study 2008 but the changes will impact on the project finances and there is absolutely no evidence that the revised overall proposals are financially viable. The original viability analysis, as presented in the submission copy of the HAAP contained a major error (omitting land assembly costs) and the plans for more offices are contrary to their own expert's advice (see Evidence Base letter from GL Hearn). The changes may well impact the financials and an updated viability analysis is required.
I am writing to you on the proposals of the HAAP. The Hockley Village should remain what it is, a village, which has a close community. By demolishing around 2/3 of the village centre, these proposals will change the character of Hockley, we do not need a maximum 3000 square meter food supermarket nearly the size of the Rayleigh Asda, we just don't it. (More cars, more jams). We are served very well by the Co-op supermarket, the Sainsbury supermarket the Spa newsagents and convenient shop, plus we have a very good supermarket in Costcutters, opposite the Hockley Methodist Church, so I really think we do not need a giant supermarket in Hockley village!
I agree that a full transport assessment is required on any proposals to do with the HAAP.