Response from Mr Jeremy Kiernan (Individual)
1. Mr Jeremy Kiernan (Individual) : 9 Sep 2011 15:05:00
Settlement (e.g., Natland)
Barbon
Site reference number (e.g., RN298#)
RN279#
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
My reasons for opposing the proposed allocation are:-
1. A housing development on the land in question would have a profound detremental effect on the open aspect of this end of the village of Barbon. At present the village is effectively split at this location - the dividing area being a continuous strip of agricultural land providing clear, uninterrupted views to the Barbon Fells. Any development of this area would change the character of the aspect of the village.
2. The ancient bridleway, Watery Lane, skirts the Southern boundary of the land in question. This bridleway has a unique character which is enjoyed by villagers and visitors alike. For instance, it provides a very attractive, almost magical, start to the famous Barbon Round hill walk. Any development here would undoubtedly have a negative affect on the character of the bridleway.
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
More likely to have less local opposition.