In regard to Paragraph 10.15, on behalf of Southern & Regional Developments, Claremont Planning support the indication from the 2015 Environmental Capacity Study that site specific assessments will be required for areas within the Green Belt. Many sites that fall within the Green Belt contribute poorly to the role and function of the Green Belt and therefore the reallocation of such sites should be sought.

The council's position in historically under-delivering housing is compounded by there being insufficient policy compliant land to deliver the identified need within the District. The suggested option of not accommodating cross-boundary need is contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework's duty to cooperate requirements, particularly where neighbouring authorities such as Castle Point have recognised delivery pressures. Therefore, there is a clear, significant need to review the Green Belt for release of sites for development.