Local plan scoping consultation

Comment

Representation ID: 1739

Received: 17/08/2026

Respondent: Mr William Snell

The proposed development named Glastonbury Fold seems to rely on an area of green belt being categorised as grey belt, yet there can be no argument that the land fails the definition allowing it to be recategorised as the land clearly does "‘strongly contribute’ to checking the unrestricted sprawl or large built-up areas and preventing neighbouring towns from merging." It also plays a role in preserving the setting and special character of Poynton as a clear marker of the distinction between urban Manchester (Hazel Grove) and rural Cheshire

Comment

Representation ID: 1740

Received: 17/08/2026

Respondent: Mr William Snell

I feel greater emphasis should be given to supporting native wildlife that faces so many difficulties - e.g. hedgehogs, trying to make a living but struggling in our local area

Comment

Representation ID: 1741

Received: 17/08/2026

Respondent: Mr William Snell

This is important, if the Glastonbury Fold development goes ahead the points in this section will mean nothing, as the land prevents Poynton and Greater Manchester becoming one urban area. If we do end up joined to Manchester then we should become Manchester and have their level of train, tram, and bus services

Comment

Representation ID: 1742

Received: 17/08/2026

Respondent: Mr William Snell

As other comments the Glastonbury Fold area should not be grey belt with the strategic green gap as just one of the reasons

Comment

Representation ID: 1743

Received: 17/08/2026

Respondent: Mr William Snell

If Poynton is to be joined to Manchester by green belt becoming grey belt, this should not happen before Poynton benefits from Manchester levels of connectivity - bus, tram, train, cycle, and walking