Comment

New Local Plan: Spatial Options Document 2021

Representation ID: 38467

Received: 03/09/2021

Respondent: Dr Michael McDowall

Representation Summary:

The number of new houses suggested for Rochford is not based on an assessment of local need - it is of course a government figure based on projections of past growth. You should at least undertake some analysis of what the real need is, and consider whether an alternative case can be made, bringing in where appropriate the negative effects of meeting the government targets.

Full text:

The number of new houses suggested for Rochford is not based on an assessment of local need - it is of course a government figure based on projections of past growth. You should at least undertake some analysis of what the real need is, and consider whether an alternative case can be made, bringing in where appropriate the negative effects of meeting the government targets.