Local Development Framework Consultation

Arnside - Hollins Lane A8/A9

Dear Sirs

I note with interest the proposals in respect of the above.

I lived in Arnside for several years and still have family and strong connections with this wonderful place. However, over the years I have found myself feeling both sad and let down for the village that none of the problems that have dogged the village for so long are never seen to be tackled and solutions found. The on road parking, continuous delays along Station Road, no maintained car or coach parking for locals and visitors and so many other things are just not being addressed by those elected to solve these problems.

Added to this has been a complete lack of affordable new build to attract and keep young people in the village and a complete stop on sensible building solutions for older residents occupying houses that have become too large for them, allowing them to move into carefully designed retirement single storey bungalows - well designed and spacious or developments similar to Ashleigh Court - which has been a great success over the last 20+ years.

It is noted that several ‘bungalows’ in the village are actually being turned into large houses - completely contrary to the needs of the local community and ignoring the usual requirement of ‘roof line’ compatibility with neighbouring properties.

Arnside resident’s have needs and these needs are being continually ignored by those in a position to improve things simply because they do not have the ability to counter those people who continue to find ways of thwarting everything that is proposed for every enviremental argument that can be dredged up.

Please let common sense and locals needs prevail for once so that retired people can stay in Arnside when they need to down size or young people can live in suitable and affordable accommodation within the village.


Yours faithfully

M.D,Kemp