Response from Mr Ian Fisher (Individual)
1. Mr Ian Fisher (Individual) : 12 Jul 2017 22:52:00
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Silverdale - part of S50
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I wish to object to the re-introduction of S50 for the following reasons:
Estate type development in large blocks does not fit with the natural development of Silverdale as a linear settlement. Although this organic growth was compromised in the 1970's through the attachment of several estates, there is no reason to repeat these mistakes. Land for development should be sourced in small parcels, with a maximum of 5 houses, aligned to existing roads and taking the opportunity to use brown field sites where applicable e.g land adjacent to the railway station.
In the last 5/7 years tourism has increased considerably in Silverdale as evidenced by new tourist type shops in the village, regeneration of the Royal Hotel, planning application for a new cafe and the expansion of the Wolfhouse cafe and restaurant. This development, although not large in itself sets a a precedent for future development, which in these fields and beyond would harm the views and the relationship of the village to its landscape setting and may compromise the growth of Siverdale as a tourist destination and the associated economic benefits economic benefits.
Access to the estate would further disturb the tranquility of the church and its situation as well as compromising the long distance views Eastwards. Access to Emesgate Lane would also be problematical, especially at school peak times.
The proposal compromises a veteran Lime tree (Tilia cordata, evidence of the ancient woodland, which once occupied this area) and also an ancient footpath.
The AONB cannot continually absorb development of this mass, without slowly compromising the biotic resources and systems, which rely on a robust and extensive green infrastructure.
Development is required but if it is insensitive to site and designation and compromises the character of the AONB and Silverdale village as a destination, it will restrict the potential of the area as a tourist resource.
