Local Development Framework Consultation

Arnside - Hollins Lane A8/A9

Arnside:Hollins Lane

Consultation: Whilst I appreciate that by law you have requirements that mean you will have 'adequately' publicised and notified the residents of Arnside to this proposed planning, in my view you have not done so taking into account the needs of the residents of our village, many who are elderly and do not frequent the hillier parts of our village.

I cycle up and down Hollins lane frequently and have failed to notice any indication that there was a consultation going ahead. I also feel that the vast majority of residents in our village will not have the means to walk, ride, or drive past the step hill that is Hollins Lane and so will be denied the opportunity to see and comment of any planning consultation. There should be a central point to distribute these planning notices within the village that would allow everyone to see and make an informed choice about the proposal.

Hollins Lane: Hollins lane is a steep, ill repaired road. It has high levels of traffic using it as a cut through to Silverdale Road, or to Briery Bank. Residents of Plantation Avenue and the adjoining roads. It is a narrow road that does not allow for two cars to pass and this is further compounded by the local residents and their parking needs. In my view adding traffic to this road would not only cause damage to the verges and residents property but will place pedestrians and other road users such as cyclists at risk of serious injury.

Whilst we all accept that the village needs to address the current rural housing need, it needs to be done with a mind to the existing residents and their needs and cares. South Lakeland need to be open and transparent in their approach and seek to work together with the residents and the Parish council to find a solution that supports all aspects of village life.

Kind regards

Daniel Waterhouse