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Local plan scoping consultation

Identifying and assessing sites

Representation ID: 5071

Received: 27/08/2026

Respondent: Jacob McGregor

Representation Summary:

This response strongly objects to the proposed housing development between Ryecroft Lane and Pavement Lane, citing concerns about its impact on the Green Belt, rural character, and local infrastructure. It argues that the development would lead to the loss of open countryside, harm biodiversity, fragment wildlife habitats, and increase flood risk through greater surface water runoff. The submission highlights existing pressures on roads, schools, GP surgeries, and other services, warning that additional housing would worsen congestion, road safety, noise, and air pollution. It also stresses that the scheme would erode the area's distinctive village identity and countryside views, advocating the prioritisation of brownfield land instead.

Comment

Local plan scoping consultation

Transport and infrastructure

Representation ID: 5072

Received: 27/08/2026

Respondent: Jacob McGregor

Representation Summary:

I strongly object to the proposed housing development on land between Ryecroft Lane
and Pavement Lane due to its significant impact on local infrastructure and the
environment. The surrounding road network is already under pressure and lacks the
capacity to accommodate increased traffic, leading to congestion, road safety
concerns, noise, and air pollution. Local schools, GP surgeries, and other essential
services are stretched and would face additional demand. The development would also
result in the loss of greenfield land, harm biodiversity, fragment wildlife habitats, reduce
natural drainage, increase surface water runoff and flood risk, and weaken the rural
character of the area.

Comment

Local plan scoping consultation

Town centres

Representation ID: 5073

Received: 27/08/2026

Respondent: Jacob McGregor

Representation Summary:

I strongly object to the proposed housing development on land between Ryecroft Lane
and Pavement Lane. The proposal would cause significant harm to the openness and
purpose of the Green Belt by replacing undeveloped countryside with extensive built
development. It would erode the area's distinctive rural character and village charm,
qualities that are highly valued by residents and contribute to the village's unique
identity. The peaceful countryside setting, attractive views, and sense of separation
from larger settlements would be lost. Housing, roads and lighting would create an
intrusive urban presence, diminishing the village's character, setting, sense of place and
long-established rural appeal.

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