Response from Mr John Davidson (Individual)
1. Mr John Davidson (Individual) : 5 Sep 2011 11:46:00
Settlement (e.g., Natland)
Natland
Site reference number (e.g., RN298#)
RN298# and RN303#
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
Utilisation of this area would encroach on the greenbelt which is intended to keep Natland and Oxenholme as distinct and seperate villages and is intended to help them maintain their distinctive characters.
Additionally it would detract visually from the entrance to the Lake District as viewed from the main line railway.
The sites RN298# and RN303# are not in a position which could be described as infill development. After seeing a spokesman for Lancashire County Council on TV recently stating a policy of no development on greenfield sites hopefully SLDC will follow suit.
Villages have always been part of British life. The idea of allowing them to increase in size defeats the whole atmosphere of people knowing each other, helping and the feeling of security.
Please indicate whether you support, support in part or oppose a reduction in the time span of the Land Allocations document
Oppose
Please explain your reasons/add your comments below
The longer period gives time for development on a considered basis and is more economic as it would delay a further consultation period for a further 5 years.
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 A - Allocating sites for houses and employment in the Land Allocations document
Please explain your reasons/add your comments below
SLDC should continue to be responsible for the allocation as they can consider the district as a whole taking into account transport as well as building.
