Local plan scoping consultation

Comment

Representation ID: 2020

Received: 19/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs Linda Gill

The Cheshire and Warrington Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) should be considered throughout development of the new plan. This obligation stems from the strengthened biodiversity duty under Section 40 of the Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act 2006, as amended by the Environment Act 2021 and strengthening through the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF 2026).
Climate change has been all too evident this year and to counter the effects of this change, the Council should safeguard and improve carbon storage through nature-based solutions as set out in NPPF 2026.

Comment

Representation ID: 2251

Received: 23/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs Linda Gill

The new local plan should have as a priority the mitigation of the effects of climate change, on the environment, nature and biodiversity.
Legislation that currently exists such as the Environment Act 2021 should be considered in any decisions made.
Areas on Peatlands should be preserved along with greenbelt land which all help to reduce carbon emissions.
It should be questioned whether we do in fact need such greatly increased housing development targets. Do we have the facilities and resources to support the plans. I doubt it as resources are stretched to their limit already.
Community consultation is required.

Comment

Representation ID: 2252

Received: 23/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs Linda Gill

Greenbelt land was designated 'Green' for a reason, to protect it from being built on. It is there to protect the environment, to allow connectivity for wildlife, protected and endangered species rely on these routes for their survival.
It will now be essential to try and mitigate the effects of climate change. It should not be considered an option to build on it.

Comment

Representation ID: 2253

Received: 23/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs Linda Gill

Whilst in principle this is a better option for building. Before doing so it should be considered whether there are any endangered or threatened species relying upon this area as it habitat.

Comment

Representation ID: 2255

Received: 23/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs Linda Gill

I think that as a matter of priority peatland, SSSI's and other already protected sites should have due consideration given to ensure they are not adversely impacted in any way.
Local communities and environmental groups should be represented on any consultations.

Comment

Representation ID: 2256

Received: 23/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs Linda Gill

Any new transport infrastructure needs to be assessed careful. The new road links to the airport and around Wilmslow and Poynton are prone to flooding and have been closed on several occasions. It would suggest that this area of Cheshire East cannot withstand any further development, or support the infrastructure it would require.

Comment

Representation ID: 2257

Received: 23/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs Linda Gill

The vision and objectives should prioritise reducing any adverse effects on the natural environment. Areas that should be protected are those that are already designated as protected ie. SSSI's along with areas of peatland, wet woodland, ancient woodland and natural unimproved grassland.

Comment

Representation ID: 2258

Received: 23/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs Linda Gill

There are many derelict building, factories and warehouses in Cheshire East. These could be developed to provide housing and should be redeveloped before undeveloped sites are considered.

Comment

Representation ID: 2259

Received: 23/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs Linda Gill

The natural environment should be treated as a priority in any planning process. Once destroyed it cannot be reinstated.
The environment is a major factor that could help reduce the negative effects of climate.

Comment

Representation ID: 2260

Received: 23/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs Linda Gill

By protecting the environment, in particular peatlands, wet woodland, ancient woodland it would help mitigate the effects of climate change and should be treated as a priority.