Local plan scoping consultation

Comment

Representation ID: 1393

Received: 09/08/2026

Respondent: Mr Stephen Hayers

I formally object to the 291.03-hectare Ashley submission (12 sites) in the Cheshire East
SHELAA. These sites must be classified as Unsuitable and Undeliverable:
•Green Belt Breach: As strategic "wash-over" Green Belt preventing sprawl between
Greater Manchester and Cheshire, it fails national "Grey Belt" release criteria.
•BMV Agricultural Loss: Irreparably destroys Grade 2 and 3a Best and Most Versatile
farmland protected for food security.
•Hierarchy & Infrastructure: Unsustainable rural location lacking transport, utilities,
surface-water drainage, and basic services.
•Heritage & Safety Harm: Conflicts with aviation safety zones, exacerbates River Bollin
flood risks, and damages ancient woodlands and Listed Buildings