Response from Mr Sam Westworth (Individual)
1. Mr Sam Westworth (Individual) : 8 Sep 2011 21:50:00
Settlement (e.g., Natland)
Holme
Site reference number (e.g., RN298#)
RN293#
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
I agree with the response made by Julie Henderson (re site reference RN293#) as follows:
I am very concerned that the development of this site could cause damage to the Holme Coke Ovens which are of historical importance to the village and are located on the boundary of this site. The conservation of the Coke Ovens (which is funded by Cumbria County Council, SLDC and British Waterways) will become even more significant with the planned restoration of the Lancaster to Kendal canal. How would SLDC ensure that the future of the Coke Ovens is safe both during the building project and after any development of the site?
With regard to the canal restoration project, how much independent and professional consideration would be given to the impact that development of this site would have on the canal frontage, both aesthetically (in relation to the coke ovens) and environmentally?
There is also a large, established oak tree included in the hedgerow that provides the boundary to the site. Is this tree subject to a Tree Preservation Order? If not, why not? Who is responsible for the protection of this tree?
As the resident of one of the properties which directly overlook the proposed site, I am naturally concerned about privacy infringement and loss of light if this site were to be developed. How much consideration would be given to the fact that three properties each have two bedroom and two lounge windows overlooking this site and another three properties have side aspects overlooking this site?
There have been a number of incidents involving vehicles exiting Holmefield colliding with vehicles travelling in either direction on Burton Road because of poor visibility due to parked cars on Burton Road. Burton Road is currently used for parking by the residents of Farleton View, Sheernest and Primrose Bank and for overflow parking from Holmefield (where the 4 visitor parking spaces are woefully inadequate). If this site was developed, how much land would be allocated to parking? Would this be sufficient to ensure no further risk to safety caused by yet more parking on Burton Road?
In summary, I oppose against the inclusion of this site in the Land Allocations document because of the above!
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