Local Development Framework Consultation

I have read the guidance notes.

General comment / comment on procedure

Yes

As set out in the letters as provided by Angela Jones attached we consider that both the Arnside and Silverdale AONB DPD and Development Management Policies DPD are considered sound but would be enhanced with the changes we have suggested.

The Council Plan 2016-19 sets out the County Council priorities over the next three years. The Plan highlights the importance of securing infrastructure improvements to meet the needs of local communities and support economic growth. When planning applications are submitted consideration is given to their impact on infrastructure and whether provision is required to address the impact. The Council will be proactive in achieving required improvements in new developments through its Planning Obligations Policy and emerging Cumbria Development Design Guide.

Reference is made to the “Cumbria Design Guide” in the DPD and this needs changed to the “Cumbria Development Design Guide “.

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DM5 - Rights of Way and other routes providing pedestrian and cycle access

Yes

As set out in the letters as provided by Angela Jones attached we consider that both the Arnside and Silverdale AONB DPD and Development Management Policies DPD are considered sound but would be enhanced with the changes we have suggested.

Comment

The needs of equestrian users require to be taken account of in the Policy. In the supporting justification reference is required to proposals affecting Public Rights of Way needing to be considered against Defra guidance in Rights of way circular 1/09.

Suggested Change

The Policy to be revised to incorporate the need to consider equestrian access alongside pedestrian and cycle access when considering development proposals affecting Public Rights of Way.

The Policy justification to indicate that proposals for the development of land affecting Public Rights of Way will need to be considered against Defra guidance set out in circular 1/09.

Proposed Wording

Change title of Policy to:
“Policy DM5 – Rights of Way and other routes providing pedestrian, cycle and equestrian access”

Change 2nd sub heading of Policy to:
“Other routes providing pedestrian, cycle and equestrian access (non-rights of way, non – definitive)

Revise text under 2nd sub heading of Policy to:
“Proposals should seek to maintain, protect and enhance the character of other existing or proposed routes providing pedestrian, cycle and equestrian access whether of an informal or formal nature”

At bottom of the first paragraph beneath the 3rd sub-heading add:
“On new or improved multi-user routes there will be a requirement to take into account measures to ensure safety of pedestrians, cyclists and horse riders including appropriate signage and passing places”.

In paragraph 2.5.2 add a new 2nd sentence
“Proposals for the development of land affecting Public Rights of Way will be considered against Defra guidance in circular 1/09.”

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DM6 - Flood Risk Management and Sustainable Drainage Systems

Yes

As set out in the letters as provided by Angela Jones attached we consider that both the Arnside and Silverdale AONB DPD and Development Management Policies DPD are considered sound but would be enhanced with the changes we have suggested.

Comment

There is a need to indicate the role of gullies and catchpits in Surface Water disposal

Suggested Change

Incorporate additional wording to set out the role of gullys and catchpits and that will not be considered as Sustainable Drainage System pre-treatment devices.

Proposed Wording

Incorporate in Policy DM6 under Surface Water disposal following the last bullet point and before “Where ever possible runoff……”

“Gullies and catchpits will not be considered as SuDS pre-treatment devices offering benefits for water quality. The main purpose of trapped gullies and catchpits is to prevent coarse sediment from blocking the piped system, fine silt and oils do not settle out.”

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DM11 - Accessible and Adaptable Homes

Yes

As set out in the letters as provided by Angela Jones attached we consider that both the Arnside and Silverdale AONB DPD and Development Management Policies DPD are considered sound but would be enhanced with the changes we have suggested.

We welcome the Development Management Policies DPD and are generally supportive of its content. In particular we welcome the requirement for 5% of dwellings on sites of more than 40 dwellings to be wheelchair adaptable dwellings (Policy DM11 – Accessible and Adaptable Homes)

As set out in our response to the earlier consultation on the Development Management Policies DPD the Council strongly supports Policy DM11 in promoting the category 2 accessible and adaptable homes standard.

Comment

There is a need for more explicit support for the role and delivery of Extra Care Housing in the DPD. This is an issue of critical importance given the ageing population within South Lakeland and is an issue reflected within the South Lakeland Housing Strategy 2016 to 2025 and the Cumbria County Council Extra Care Housing and Supported Living Strategy 2016-2025.

Suggested Change

Include reference to Extra Care Housing within Policy DM11 Accessible and Adaptable Homes

Proposed Wording

“The Council will support the delivery of new Extra Care Housing in sustainable locations”.

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DM8 - High Speed Broadband for New Developments

Yes

As set out in the letters as provided by Angela Jones attached we consider that both the Arnside and Silverdale AONB DPD and Development Management Policies DPD are considered sound but would be enhanced with the changes we have suggested.

We welcome the Development Management Policies DPD and are generally supportive of its content. In particular we welcome the requirement for broadband fibre to be provided in housing sites of more than 30 dwellings (Policy DM8 High Speed Broadband for New Developments).