Response from Mrs Juliet Harman (Individual)
1. Mrs Juliet Harman (Individual) : 6 Jul 2017 14:43:00
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Silverdale - part of S50
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Proposed development of part of site S50 in Silverdale
I would like to raise a number of concerns:
1. This greenfield site is in a prominent location with two public footpaths. Any development would detract from the visual impact of the natural environment much valued in the AONB. The open views from this field offer a valuable amenity to walkers.
2. Most households in Silverdale need a car and a small housing estate off St John's Avenue would cause increased traffic and congestion, particularly at the junction of St John's Avenue and Emesgate Lane. The road near that junction is often full of parked cars, given its proximity to the school and church and limited parking facilities in the village.
3. Sewerage is a big issue as is drainage, particularly as this site is elevated in relation to houses and fields to the north. Any increased water run-off could exacerbate the flooding of the north end of Bottoms Lane (near the cemetery) after heavy rain.
4. Building on this agricultural land would set a precedent, which could well lead to more extended development of it in the future.
