Response from Mr Douglas McBride (Individual)
1. Mr Douglas McBride (Individual) : 16 Aug 2011 21:08:00
Settlement (e.g., Natland)
Kendal
Site reference number (e.g., RN298#)
R100#, R17#
Please indicate below whether you support, support in part or oppose the suggestion that this site be included in the Land Allocations document.
Oppose
Please explain your reasons/add your comments below
Both of the areas identified as R100 and R17 are very small and back onto an already very busy road currently used by a large volume of traffic avoiding Kendal town centre, development of any sort will greatly increase the volume of traffic with its attendant noise and air pollution. This area currently houses a relatively elderly population which could be at risk from the increased volume of traffic coming to and from this sit. The site contains a number of mature trees regularly used as roosting sites for a variety of bird species. Any development would overlook the current housing stock to the detriment of the quality of life of the occupants. The land is currently used to graze sheep and produce winter fodder which is not only of value to farming but greatly adds to the rural feel of an already growing urban environment
Please indicate whether you support, support in part or oppose a reduction in the time span of the Land Allocations document
No view
Please indicate which of the options for the future housing and employment land needs of small villages, hamlets and open countryside you would support.
Option B - Communities and/or developers bringing forward sites for housing and employment for consideration under relevant Core Strategy policies, through neighbourhood plans and/or other local initiatives
Please explain your reasons/add your comments below
Local communities must be involevd in future developments of their areas to ensure proper and meaningful consultation thus utilising their local knowledge of the areas under consideration
