Comment

New Local Plan: Spatial Options Document 2021

Representation ID: 44003

Received: 17/09/2021

Respondent: Susan Greaves

Representation Summary:

- With climate change and the increased use of plant based products, agricultural land should be retained and not used for development.

Full text:

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- It would have a major impact on the green belt.
- Public footpaths run through and around the field which is well used by walkers and cyclists and connects Hockley Woods and Gusted Hall Wood.
-The field is an important wildlife habitat and supports many native species and migrating birds.
- There would be a severe impact on traffic congestion on the B1013.
- With climate change and the increased use of plant based products, agricultural land should be retained and not used for development.

The Council seem intent on destroying the few remaining green sites in the area, which make it pleasant to live in!