Response from Mrs Rachel Horrobin (Individual)
1. Mrs Rachel Horrobin (Individual) : 10 Jul 2017 21:09:00
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Arnside - Hollins Lane A8/A9
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I am responding to proposals to amend the boundary of the site proposed for allocation on Hollins Lane to include an alternative area for development and publicly accessible open space. I fully object to this proposal for the following reasons:
Access:
Hollins Lane is one of the narrowest roads in Arnside and there are few passing places. There is no pavement and I believe that when I am walking on Hollins Lane with my children and elderly parents we are in danger. Many people who live in the village as well as visitors use Hollins Lane as a 'cut through'. My concern is that this road is already a danger to anyone walking and the proposal will lead to an increase in traffic thus increasing this risk. The proposal is in breach of AS511
Drainage:
I am concerned that any development on the field will result in drainage problems for the surrounding houses. A previous plan to build on this land highlighted that much of the land is Limestone and there is no natural drainage on the site. The previous plans found the sewers/drains on Hollins Lane are running at full capacity. Due to the angle of the field I am also concerned that rainfall that is currently absorbed by the field will cascade into my property causing flooding
Private life:
The Human Rights Act 1998, Article 8 offers protection for a persons private and family life. The building of houses on the field will have a negative impact on the privacy in our family home. Due to the angle of the field the residents of the new development would be able to see directly into bedroom windows. I do not believe that any proposed 'new enhanced planting' will address this issue. I am also concerned that the current privacy we enjoy in our rear garden will be completely lost.
Potential for crime:
I am concerned that by opening up part of the field for 'public space' will mean that there is a walkway directly behind my house as well as viewing into my house. This would create a potential opportunity to those seeking unlawful entry to my home.
