Response from Mrs Katherine Talbot (Individual)
1. Mrs Katherine Talbot (Individual) : 13 Jul 2017 20:51:00
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Silverdale - part of S50
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Traffic at the junction of St John's Ave/Emesgate lane is already a problem, with parking right from the corner of the main road into the avenue. The amount of parking is increased with any big events at school or church, creating a safety hazard. Visibility from the Avenue to Emesgate Lane is also decreased by this parking. This development could potentially mean a further 40-50 cars frequently using this area for parking/accessing the new site.
Sewerage is already a big problem in Silverdale with no mains drainage. How would this be addressed on the new site?
An AONB report of November 2016 stated that open areas such as this field are a very important part of Silverdale's character. We do not want to lose them by building on this site and thereby irrevocably losing attractive open spaces & pastureland. The public footpath across this area is an important resource for the local residents and visitors to enjoy this recreational resource, and is very well used all the year round.
Wildlife is also spotted here frequently, e.g deer, red-legged partridge, marsh harrier. Building here could destroy wildlife habitats.
Is it certain that there is a need for this type of housing? Recent new builds by the station have been sold as holiday homes as there was no demand from local, permanent residents. Silverdale does not need further holiday homes.
Local employment is extremely limited, public transport is very poor and the bus service quite likely to be lost.
