6 responses from Mr Alan Jones (Individual)
1. Mr Alan Jones (Individual) : 5 Apr 2012 10:30:00
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1.1 Do you consider that the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD is legally compliant?
No
1.2 If NO please identify which test of legal compliance your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 1.3.
The processes of community involvement in developing the DPD are not in general accordance of the Statement of Community Involvement (SCI)
Sustainability Appraisal has not been carried out and its baseline information and conclusions have not been used to inform the DPD
The DPD has not had regard to the Sustainable Community Strategy
1.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD legally compliant, having regard to the test you have identified at question 1.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
The SCI failed to deliver effective and adequate consultation with the community resulting in real and meaningful dialogue. Points raised by residents were noted but then largely ignored. Alternative approaches not in line with the SLDC preferred options were not seriously addressed. The final allocations of land in Grange-over-Sands and Allithwaite as selected by SLDC, pay no regard to the wishes of the community. It ignores provision for neighbourhood planning in the allocation process which could have delivered a community wide acceptance of a plan.
SLDC have engendered opposition and resentment by riding rough shod over the wishes of the community. People feel detached from what is proposed and feel plans for their community are being imposed from on high. This is not consultation and is not consistent with national policy on 'Localism'.
The sustainability statement is not based on hard evidence. There has not been effective collaboration at county and district level and sound evidence on which to base the appraisal has not been forthcoming. The natural and man made environment of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite has not been systematically nor scientifically assessed and SLDC proposals would destroy many of the features cherished by residents and visitors. The report is silent on accepted reference standards and how this area measures against them.
The SCS points up the importance of the natural environment, its attractions and the area's heritage yet the DPD makes proposals which will destroy or damage these in the case of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite. Tourism is a major income provider yet who would come to the area if green spaces are destroyed, valued vistas blocked from view and significantly increased traffic channeled through what is currently a pleasant Victorian town.
2.1 Do you consider that the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD is sound?
No
2.2 If NO please identify which test of soundness your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 2.3.
The DPD is not justified in that it is not founded on a robust and credible evidence base and/or is not considered the most appropriate strategy when considered against the reasonable alternatives.
The DPD is not effective in that the document is not deliverable, flexible or capable of being monitored.
2.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD sound, having regard to the test you have identified at question 2.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
In the case of Grange-over-Sands the needs figures do not accord with past experience. The presumptions made are questionable and based on out of date figures. The area is evolving as older premises are redeveloped and small sites within the community become available for housing. Brown field sites within the community have not all been used. There is not a demonstrable case for building on greenfield sites in the area. 15/25 residences per year will produce up to 500 dwellings in 20 years and the past suggests this rate of renewal might be expected. Green field sites should be removed from the DPD for Grange and Kents Bank.
The plans do not retain significant and appropriate green gaps between Kents Bank and Allithwaite contrary to CS4.
The plans are not deliverable without major changes to the infrastructure - water, electricity, sewerage, roads, transport etc. The report is silent on how these essentials would be met. Grange-over-Sands could not withstand throughput of extra traffic without destruction of the essential character of the town and residential areas to wit Main Street and Risedale. The plans if implemented would be contrary to the Environmental Objectives in the Sustainability Appraisal Report.
3.1 If your representation is seeking a change, do you consider it necessary to participate in the oral part of the examination?
NO, I do not wish to participate at the oral examination
2. Mr Alan Jones (Individual) : 15 May 2012 13:04:00
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Policy/Site No.
LA1.3 Housing Allocations - All Allithwaite sites
1.1 Do you consider that the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD is legally compliant?
No
1.2 If NO please identify which test of legal compliance your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 1.3.
The processes of community involvement in developing the DPD are not in general accordance of the Statement of Community Involvement (SCI)
Sustainability Appraisal has not been carried out and its baseline information and conclusions have not been used to inform the DPD
The DPD has not had regard to the Sustainable Community Strategy
1.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD legally compliant, having regard to the test you have identified at question 1.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
The SCI failed to deliver effective and adequate consultation with the community resulting in real and meaningful dialogue. Points raised by residents were noted but then largely ignored. Alternative approaches not in line with the SLDC preferred options were not seriously addressed. The final allocations of land in Grange-over-Sands and Allithwaite as selected by SLDC, pay no regard to the wishes of the community. It ignores provision for neighbourhood planning in the allocation process which could have delivered a community wide acceptance of a plan.
SLDC have engendered opposition and resentment by riding rough shod over the wishes of the community. People feel detached from what is proposed and feel plans for their community are being imposed from on high. This is not consultation and is not consistent with national policy on 'Localism'.
The sustainability statement is not based on hard evidence. There has not been effective collaboration at county and district level and sound evidence on which to base the appraisal has not been forthcoming. The natural and man made environment of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite has not been systematically nor scientifically assessed and SLDC proposals would destroy many of the features cherished by residents and visitors. The report is silent on accepted reference standards and how this area measures against them.
The SCS points up the importance of the natural environment, its attractions and the area's heritage yet the DPD makes proposals which will destroy or damage these in the case of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite. Tourism is a major income provider yet who would come to the area if green spaces are destroyed, valued vistas blocked from view and significantly increased traffic channeled through what is currently a pleasant Victorian town.
2.1 Do you consider that the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD is sound?
No
2.2 If NO please identify which test of soundness your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 2.3.
The DPD is not justified in that it is not founded on a robust and credible evidence base and/or is not considered the most appropriate strategy when considered against the reasonable alternatives.
The DPD is not effective in that the document is not deliverable, flexible or capable of being monitored.
2.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD sound, having regard to the test you have identified at question 2.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
In the case of Grange-over-Sands the needs figures do not accord with past experience. The presumptions made are questionable and based on out of date figures. The area is evolving as older premises are redeveloped and small sites within the community become available for housing. Brown field sites within the community have not all been used. There is not a demonstrable case for building on greenfield sites in the area. 15/25 residences per year will produce up to 500 dwellings in 20 years and the past suggests this rate of renewal might be expected. Green field sites should be removed from the DPD for Grange and Kents Bank.
The plans do not retain significant and appropriate green gaps between Kents Bank and Allithwaite contrary to CS4.
The plans are not deliverable without major changes to the infrastructure - water, electricity, sewerage, roads, transport etc. The report is silent on how these essentials would be met. Grange-over-Sands could not withstand throughput of extra traffic without destruction of the essential character of the town and residential areas to wit Main Street and Risedale. The plans if implemented would be contrary to the Environmental Objectives in the Sustainability Appraisal Report.
3.1 If your representation is seeking a change, do you consider it necessary to participate in the oral part of the examination?
NO, I do not wish to participate at the oral examination
3. Mr Alan Jones (Individual) : 15 May 2012 13:06:00
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Policy/Site No.
LA3.1 Mixed Use Allocation at Berners Pool, Grange-over-Sands
1.1 Do you consider that the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD is legally compliant?
No
1.2 If NO please identify which test of legal compliance your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 1.3.
The processes of community involvement in developing the DPD are not in general accordance of the Statement of Community Involvement (SCI)
Sustainability Appraisal has not been carried out and its baseline information and conclusions have not been used to inform the DPD
The DPD has not had regard to the Sustainable Community Strategy
1.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD legally compliant, having regard to the test you have identified at question 1.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
The SCI failed to deliver effective and adequate consultation with the community resulting in real and meaningful dialogue. Points raised by residents were noted but then largely ignored. Alternative approaches not in line with the SLDC preferred options were not seriously addressed. The final allocations of land in Grange-over-Sands and Allithwaite as selected by SLDC, pay no regard to the wishes of the community. It ignores provision for neighbourhood planning in the allocation process which could have delivered a community wide acceptance of a plan.
SLDC have engendered opposition and resentment by riding rough shod over the wishes of the community. People feel detached from what is proposed and feel plans for their community are being imposed from on high. This is not consultation and is not consistent with national policy on 'Localism'.
The sustainability statement is not based on hard evidence. There has not been effective collaboration at county and district level and sound evidence on which to base the appraisal has not been forthcoming. The natural and man made environment of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite has not been systematically nor scientifically assessed and SLDC proposals would destroy many of the features cherished by residents and visitors. The report is silent on accepted reference standards and how this area measures against them.
The SCS points up the importance of the natural environment, its attractions and the area's heritage yet the DPD makes proposals which will destroy or damage these in the case of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite. Tourism is a major income provider yet who would come to the area if green spaces are destroyed, valued vistas blocked from view and significantly increased traffic channeled through what is currently a pleasant Victorian town.
2.1 Do you consider that the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD is sound?
No
2.2 If NO please identify which test of soundness your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 2.3.
The DPD is not justified in that it is not founded on a robust and credible evidence base and/or is not considered the most appropriate strategy when considered against the reasonable alternatives.
The DPD is not effective in that the document is not deliverable, flexible or capable of being monitored.
2.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD sound, having regard to the test you have identified at question 2.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
In the case of Grange-over-Sands the needs figures do not accord with past experience. The presumptions made are questionable and based on out of date figures. The area is evolving as older premises are redeveloped and small sites within the community become available for housing. Brown field sites within the community have not all been used. There is not a demonstrable case for building on greenfield sites in the area. 15/25 residences per year will produce up to 500 dwellings in 20 years and the past suggests this rate of renewal might be expected. Green field sites should be removed from the DPD for Grange and Kents Bank.
The plans do not retain significant and appropriate green gaps between Kents Bank and Allithwaite contrary to CS4.
The plans are not deliverable without major changes to the infrastructure - water, electricity, sewerage, roads, transport etc. The report is silent on how these essentials would be met. Grange-over-Sands could not withstand throughput of extra traffic without destruction of the essential character of the town and residential areas to wit Main Street and Risedale. The plans if implemented would be contrary to the Environmental Objectives in the Sustainability Appraisal Report.
3.1 If your representation is seeking a change, do you consider it necessary to participate in the oral part of the examination?
NO, I do not wish to participate at the oral examination
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4. Mr Alan Jones (Individual) : 15 May 2012 13:09:00
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Policy/Site No.
LA3.2 Mixed Use Allocation at Land South of Allithwaite Road, Kent's Bank, Grange-over-Sands
1.2 If NO please identify which test of legal compliance your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 1.3.
The processes of community involvement in developing the DPD are not in general accordance of the Statement of Community Involvement (SCI)
Sustainability Appraisal has not been carried out and its baseline information and conclusions have not been used to inform the DPD
The DPD has not had regard to the Sustainable Community Strategy
1.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD legally compliant, having regard to the test you have identified at question 1.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
The SCI failed to deliver effective and adequate consultation with the community resulting in real and meaningful dialogue. Points raised by residents were noted but then largely ignored. Alternative approaches not in line with the SLDC preferred options were not seriously addressed. The final allocations of land in Grange-over-Sands and Allithwaite as selected by SLDC, pay no regard to the wishes of the community. It ignores provision for neighbourhood planning in the allocation process which could have delivered a community wide acceptance of a plan.
SLDC have engendered opposition and resentment by riding rough shod over the wishes of the community. People feel detached from what is proposed and feel plans for their community are being imposed from on high. This is not consultation and is not consistent with national policy on 'Localism'.
The sustainability statement is not based on hard evidence. There has not been effective collaboration at county and district level and sound evidence on which to base the appraisal has not been forthcoming. The natural and man made environment of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite has not been systematically nor scientifically assessed and SLDC proposals would destroy many of the features cherished by residents and visitors. The report is silent on accepted reference standards and how this area measures against them.
The SCS points up the importance of the natural environment, its attractions and the area's heritage yet the DPD makes proposals which will destroy or damage these in the case of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite. Tourism is a major income provider yet who would come to the area if green spaces are destroyed, valued vistas blocked from view and significantly increased traffic channeled through what is currently a pleasant Victorian town.
2.1 Do you consider that the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD is sound?
No
2.2 If NO please identify which test of soundness your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 2.3.
The DPD is not justified in that it is not founded on a robust and credible evidence base and/or is not considered the most appropriate strategy when considered against the reasonable alternatives.
The DPD is not effective in that the document is not deliverable, flexible or capable of being monitored.
2.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD sound, having regard to the test you have identified at question 2.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
In the case of Grange-over-Sands the needs figures do not accord with past experience. The presumptions made are questionable and based on out of date figures. The area is evolving as older premises are redeveloped and small sites within the community become available for housing. Brown field sites within the community have not all been used. There is not a demonstrable case for building on greenfield sites in the area. 15/25 residences per year will produce up to 500 dwellings in 20 years and the past suggests this rate of renewal might be expected. Green field sites should be removed from the DPD for Grange and Kents Bank.
The plans do not retain significant and appropriate green gaps between Kents Bank and Allithwaite contrary to CS4.
The plans are not deliverable without major changes to the infrastructure - water, electricity, sewerage, roads, transport etc. The report is silent on how these essentials would be met. Grange-over-Sands could not withstand throughput of extra traffic without destruction of the essential character of the town and residential areas to wit Main Street and Risedale. The plans if implemented would be contrary to the Environmental Objectives in the Sustainability Appraisal Report.
3.1 If your representation is seeking a change, do you consider it necessary to participate in the oral part of the examination?
NO, I do not wish to participate at the oral examination
Please tick the box if you wish to be notified when the document is submitted, published and adopted.
Please notify me
5. Mr Alan Jones (Individual) : 15 May 2012 13:11:00
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Policy/Site No.
LA3.3 Mixed Use Allocation at Guide's Lot, Grange-over-Sands
1.1 Do you consider that the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD is legally compliant?
No
1.2 If NO please identify which test of legal compliance your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 1.3.
The processes of community involvement in developing the DPD are not in general accordance of the Statement of Community Involvement (SCI)
Sustainability Appraisal has not been carried out and its baseline information and conclusions have not been used to inform the DPD
The DPD has not had regard to the Sustainable Community Strategy
1.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD legally compliant, having regard to the test you have identified at question 1.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
The SCI failed to deliver effective and adequate consultation with the community resulting in real and meaningful dialogue. Points raised by residents were noted but then largely ignored. Alternative approaches not in line with the SLDC preferred options were not seriously addressed. The final allocations of land in Grange-over-Sands and Allithwaite as selected by SLDC, pay no regard to the wishes of the community. It ignores provision for neighbourhood planning in the allocation process which could have delivered a community wide acceptance of a plan.
SLDC have engendered opposition and resentment by riding rough shod over the wishes of the community. People feel detached from what is proposed and feel plans for their community are being imposed from on high. This is not consultation and is not consistent with national policy on 'Localism'.
The sustainability statement is not based on hard evidence. There has not been effective collaboration at county and district level and sound evidence on which to base the appraisal has not been forthcoming. The natural and man made environment of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite has not been systematically nor scientifically assessed and SLDC proposals would destroy many of the features cherished by residents and visitors. The report is silent on accepted reference standards and how this area measures against them.
The SCS points up the importance of the natural environment, its attractions and the area's heritage yet the DPD makes proposals which will destroy or damage these in the case of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite. Tourism is a major income provider yet who would come to the area if green spaces are destroyed, valued vistas blocked from view and significantly increased traffic channeled through what is currently a pleasant Victorian town.
2.1 Do you consider that the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD is sound?
No
2.2 If NO please identify which test of soundness your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 2.3.
The DPD is not justified in that it is not founded on a robust and credible evidence base and/or is not considered the most appropriate strategy when considered against the reasonable alternatives.
The DPD is not effective in that the document is not deliverable, flexible or capable of being monitored.
2.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD sound, having regard to the test you have identified at question 2.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
In the case of Grange-over-Sands the needs figures do not accord with past experience. The presumptions made are questionable and based on out of date figures. The area is evolving as older premises are redeveloped and small sites within the community become available for housing. Brown field sites within the community have not all been used. There is not a demonstrable case for building on greenfield sites in the area. 15/25 residences per year will produce up to 500 dwellings in 20 years and the past suggests this rate of renewal might be expected. Green field sites should be removed from the DPD for Grange and Kents Bank.
The plans do not retain significant and appropriate green gaps between Kents Bank and Allithwaite contrary to CS4.
The plans are not deliverable without major changes to the infrastructure - water, electricity, sewerage, roads, transport etc. The report is silent on how these essentials would be met. Grange-over-Sands could not withstand throughput of extra traffic without destruction of the essential character of the town and residential areas to wit Main Street and Risedale. The plans if implemented would be contrary to the Environmental Objectives in the Sustainability Appraisal Report.
3.1 If your representation is seeking a change, do you consider it necessary to participate in the oral part of the examination?
NO, I do not wish to participate at the oral examination
Please tick the box if you wish to be notified when the document is submitted, published and adopted.
Please notify me
6. Mr Alan Jones (Individual) : 15 May 2012 13:13:00
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Policy/Site No.
LA1.3 Housing Allocations - All Grange-over-Sands sites
1.1 Do you consider that the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD is legally compliant?
No
1.2 If NO please identify which test of legal compliance your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 1.3.
The processes of community involvement in developing the DPD are not in general accordance of the Statement of Community Involvement (SCI)
Sustainability Appraisal has not been carried out and its baseline information and conclusions have not been used to inform the DPD
The DPD has not had regard to the Sustainable Community Strategy
1.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD legally compliant, having regard to the test you have identified at question 1.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
The SCI failed to deliver effective and adequate consultation with the community resulting in real and meaningful dialogue. Points raised by residents were noted but then largely ignored. Alternative approaches not in line with the SLDC preferred options were not seriously addressed. The final allocations of land in Grange-over-Sands and Allithwaite as selected by SLDC, pay no regard to the wishes of the community. It ignores provision for neighbourhood planning in the allocation process which could have delivered a community wide acceptance of a plan.
SLDC have engendered opposition and resentment by riding rough shod over the wishes of the community. People feel detached from what is proposed and feel plans for their community are being imposed from on high. This is not consultation and is not consistent with national policy on 'Localism'.
The sustainability statement is not based on hard evidence. There has not been effective collaboration at county and district level and sound evidence on which to base the appraisal has not been forthcoming. The natural and man made environment of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite has not been systematically nor scientifically assessed and SLDC proposals would destroy many of the features cherished by residents and visitors. The report is silent on accepted reference standards and how this area measures against them.
The SCS points up the importance of the natural environment, its attractions and the area's heritage yet the DPD makes proposals which will destroy or damage these in the case of Grange-over-Sands, Kents Bank and Allithwaite. Tourism is a major income provider yet who would come to the area if green spaces are destroyed, valued vistas blocked from view and significantly increased traffic channeled through what is currently a pleasant Victorian town.
2.1 Do you consider that the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD is sound?
No
2.2 If NO please identify which test of soundness your representation relates to by selecting the relevant option(s) below and completing section 2.3.
The DPD is not justified in that it is not founded on a robust and credible evidence base and/or is not considered the most appropriate strategy when considered against the reasonable alternatives.
The DPD is not effective in that the document is not deliverable, flexible or capable of being monitored.
2.3 Please give details of the change(s) you consider necessary to make the South Lakeland District Council Land Allocations DPD sound, having regard to the test you have identified at question 2.2 above.
It would be helpful if you could state your proposed change to the DPD and the reasons why you think it is necessary.
In the case of Grange-over-Sands the needs figures do not accord with past experience. The presumptions made are questionable and based on out of date figures. The area is evolving as older premises are redeveloped and small sites within the community become available for housing. Brown field sites within the community have not all been used. There is not a demonstrable case for building on greenfield sites in the area. 15/25 residences per year will produce up to 500 dwellings in 20 years and the past suggests this rate of renewal might be expected. Green field sites should be removed from the DPD for Grange and Kents Bank.
The plans do not retain significant and appropriate green gaps between Kents Bank and Allithwaite contrary to CS4.
The plans are not deliverable without major changes to the infrastructure - water, electricity, sewerage, roads, transport etc. The report is silent on how these essentials would be met. Grange-over-Sands could not withstand throughput of extra traffic without destruction of the essential character of the town and residential areas to wit Main Street and Risedale. The plans if implemented would be contrary to the Environmental Objectives in the Sustainability Appraisal Report.
3.1 If your representation is seeking a change, do you consider it necessary to participate in the oral part of the examination?
NO, I do not wish to participate at the oral examination
Please tick the box if you wish to be notified when the document is submitted, published and adopted.
Please notify me
