5 responses from Mrs Helen Meek (Individual)
1. Mrs Helen Meek (Individual) : 17 Apr 2012 15:06:00
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Paragraph No.
0.0 Whole Document
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)
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 process of making a representation is difficult. It is not easy for members of the general public to understand the process and the criteria by which they should be commenting on the developments. It also disadvantages those that do not have access to the internet. It seems that the process is designed to put people off communicating their views, rather than welcoming their comments, due to the complexity of the process. I was keen to view all the comments made in relation to a designated area. However, the filter system appeared not to work and therefore I resorted to having to view all the comments.
The consultation process has consisted of several different stages. At each stage there has been a request for comments from the general public and interested parties. It seems that many people have invested a great deal of time and energy into preparing their responses. However, these comments are not automatically considered at the next stage of the process and interested parties have to submit their comments again. This strategy does not encourage consultation and could even be viewed cynically as a tactic to reduce the number of responses submitted as the consultation process has proceeded.
I think the DPD is not legally compliant because the process of responding has been difficult and has therefore disenfranchised some sections of the local community.
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.
The DPD is not consistent with national policy.
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.
Overall comments
1. Need for low cost housing
A major problem in this local area is not just the availability of low cost housing (many young people cannot afford the low cost housing that is already available) but the lack of employment opportunities and low paid jobs that are prevalent in the local area. The focus should be on attracting employers that can offer well paid jobs so that our young people can remain in the local area. Also, many of the proposed houses will not be “affordable housing”.
2. Changing Environment
The economic environment has changed since SLDC first embarked on their plan for thousands of new homes. We are now currently in the middle of a global recession and the plans now seem no longer realistic or appropriate.
3. Use of Brown field sites
There are brown field sites within the local area community that have not been used. It is difficult to see how using green field sites can be justified given this fact that will lead to the development of “urban sprawl”.
Specific Comments in relation to
RN223
We feel that the type of housing that is proposed for this area will be too high density and will be out of character with existing properties in this area (individual styles and large gardens)
Flooding may be a potential problem in this area. This field is part of the water catchment area for the Helm. In winter there is almost always surface water visible in this field (suggests significant potential problems and hazard with locating sewage and other underground services).
There will be problems with high levels of noise from the A65 with houses located in this area
It is likely that this development will increase traffic along the already busy A65. Low cost housing is proposed for this site but we feel that this site is located too far from most amenities and work opportunities in Kendal. Therefore, most residents would not be prepared to walk into Kendal and would therefore rely on their cars which will increase traffic.
R108
We feel that the type of housing that is proposed for this area will be too high density and will be out of character with existing properties in this area (individual styles and large gardens). This issue will be exacerbated when combined with the proposed housing on site RN223 on the opposite side of the A65.
There will be problems with high levels of noise from the A65 and the railway with houses located in this area.
It is likely that this development will increase traffic along the already busy A65. Low cost housing is proposed for this site but we feel that this site is located too far from most amenities and work opportunities in Kendal. Therefore, most residents would not be prepared to walk into Kendal and would rely on their cars which will increase traffic.
This development will be highly visible from the Helm and will have a detrimental effect on the views and landscape.
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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2. Mrs Helen Meek (Individual) : 18 May 2012 16:46:00
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Paragraph No.
1.9
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)
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 process of making a representation is difficult. It is not easy for members of the general public to understand the process and the criteria by which they should be commenting on the developments. It also disadvantages those that do not have access to the internet. It seems that the process is designed to put people off communicating their views, rather than welcoming their comments, due to the complexity of the process. I was keen to view all the comments made in relation to a designated area. However, the filter system appeared not to work and therefore I resorted to having to view all the comments.
The consultation process has consisted of several different stages. At each stage there has been a request for comments from the general public and interested parties. It seems that many people have invested a great deal of time and energy into preparing their responses. However, these comments are not automatically considered at the next stage of the process and interested parties have to submit their comments again. This strategy does not encourage consultation and could even be viewed cynically as a tactic to reduce the number of responses submitted as the consultation process has proceeded.
I think the DPD is not legally compliant because the process of responding has been difficult and has therefore disenfranchised some sections of the local community.
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
3. Mrs Helen Meek (Individual) : 18 May 2012 16:46:00
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Paragraph No.
1.10
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)
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 process of making a representation is difficult. It is not easy for members of the general public to understand the process and the criteria by which they should be commenting on the developments. It also disadvantages those that do not have access to the internet. It seems that the process is designed to put people off communicating their views, rather than welcoming their comments, due to the complexity of the process. I was keen to view all the comments made in relation to a designated area. However, the filter system appeared not to work and therefore I resorted to having to view all the comments.
The consultation process has consisted of several different stages. At each stage there has been a request for comments from the general public and interested parties. It seems that many people have invested a great deal of time and energy into preparing their responses. However, these comments are not automatically considered at the next stage of the process and interested parties have to submit their comments again. This strategy does not encourage consultation and could even be viewed cynically as a tactic to reduce the number of responses submitted as the consultation process has proceeded.
I think the DPD is not legally compliant because the process of responding has been difficult and has therefore disenfranchised some sections of the local community.
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
4. Mrs Helen Meek (Individual) : 18 May 2012 16:48:00
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Policy/Site No.
LA1.3 Housing Allocations - RN223 OXENHOLME LAND E OF BURTON RD
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.
The DPD is not consistent with national policy.
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.
Specific Comments in relation to
RN223
We feel that the type of housing that is proposed for this area will be too high density and will be out of character with existing properties in this area (individual styles and large gardens)
Flooding may be a potential problem in this area. This field is part of the water catchment area for the Helm. In winter there is almost always surface water visible in this field (suggests significant potential problems and hazard with locating sewage and other underground services).
There will be problems with high levels of noise from the A65 with houses located in this area
It is likely that this development will increase traffic along the already busy A65. Low cost housing is proposed for this site but we feel that this site is located too far from most amenities and work opportunities in Kendal. Therefore, most residents would not be prepared to walk into Kendal and would therefore rely on their cars which will increase traffic.
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. Mrs Helen Meek (Individual) : 18 May 2012 16:50:00
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Policy/Site No.
LA1.3 Housing Allocations - R108M OXENHOLME LAND S OF FELL CLOSE
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.
The DPD is not consistent with national policy.
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.
R108
We feel that the type of housing that is proposed for this area will be too high density and will be out of character with existing properties in this area (individual styles and large gardens). This issue will be exacerbated when combined with the proposed housing on site RN223 on the opposite side of the A65.
There will be problems with high levels of noise from the A65 and the railway with houses located in this area.
It is likely that this development will increase traffic along the already busy A65. Low cost housing is proposed for this site but we feel that this site is located too far from most amenities and work opportunities in Kendal. Therefore, most residents would not be prepared to walk into Kendal and would rely on their cars which will increase traffic.
This development will be highly visible from the Helm and will have a detrimental effect on the views and landscape.
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
