Local plan scoping consultation

Comment

Representation ID: 3862

Received: 31/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs natalie wilson

Development should be distributed fairly and evenly across Cheshire East. Sandbach has already had more than enough development compared with neighbouring towns and, with these new proposals, the town is nearly doubling in size. Our infrastructure is already struggling to cope. I know many local families who cannot get their children into local schools, yet we are expected to accommodate even more housing. Growth must take into account existing development, schools, roads, healthcare and other services. Sandbach cannot continue to shoulder a disproportionate share of Cheshire East’s housing growth.

Comment

Representation ID: 3873

Received: 31/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs natalie wilson

I am strongly opposed to further Green Belt development around railway stations. Station areas are normally already highly developed and urbanised, with pressure on roads, infrastructure and services. The area around Sandbach Station is already a pollution hotspot, so adding substantial development could make this even worse. Brownfield and previously developed sites must be identified and used first. Green Belt provides an essential buffer for our communities, protecting our countryside, separation between towns and quality of life. Development should not automatically be directed towards station areas simply because they are considered well connected.

Comment

Representation ID: 3876

Received: 31/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs natalie wilson

I strongly believe brownfield land should be prioritised before any Green Belt land is considered for Grey Belt development. Previously developed land should be fully identified, assessed and used wherever possible, rather than taking the easier option of releasing Green Belt. Regenerating brownfield sites can bring investment and new homes into existing urban areas while protecting the countryside, wildlife and communities. Grey Belt should not become a fast track to developing valuable Green Belt land simply because it is easier to build on. Brownfield first, Grey Belt only as a genuine last resort.

Comment

Representation ID: 3887

Received: 31/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs natalie wilson

I strongly oppose development at Marsh Green Road. The existing housing around this area is already tightly packed, with many properties built almost back-to-back, little or no front gardens and cars regularly parked along the main roads. Adding hundreds more homes would intensify congestion and place unacceptable pressure on an already busy area. Marsh Green Road provides an important green boundary and buffer for Sandbach, helping protect residents’ quality of life. This valuable open countryside should not be lost when brownfield and previously developed land should be considered first.

Comment

Representation ID: 3894

Received: 31/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs natalie wilson

I am strongly against this approach. Sandbach Station is already surrounded by a highly urbanised area and is a recognised hotspot for carbon monoxide from traffic, which is being monitored. Adding significant development around the station would increase pressure on an already congested area and worsen local environmental conditions. Sandbach Station also has no lift and is not fully accessible, making it unsuitable as the basis for encouraging large-scale development. Green Belt boundaries should not be changed simply to facilitate growth around stations when more suitable brownfield land and genuinely accessible locations should be prioritised first.

Comment

Representation ID: 3935

Received: 31/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs natalie wilson

I am strongly against this approach. Sandbach Station is already surrounded by a highly urbanised area and is a recognised hotspot for carbon monoxide from traffic, which is being monitored. Adding significant development around the station would increase pressure on an already congested area and worsen local environmental conditions. Sandbach Station also has no lift and is not fully accessible, making it unsuitable as the basis for encouraging large-scale development. Green Belt boundaries should not be changed simply to facilitate growth around stations when more suitable brownfield land and genuinely accessible locations should be prioritised first.

Comment

Representation ID: 3938

Received: 31/08/2026

Respondent: Mrs natalie wilson

I am strongly against this approach. Sandbach Station is already surrounded by a highly urbanised area and is a recognised hotspot for carbon monoxide from traffic, which is being monitored. Adding significant development around the station would increase pressure on an already congested area and worsen local environmental conditions. Sandbach Station also has no lift and is not fully accessible, making it unsuitable as the basis for encouraging large-scale development. Green Belt boundaries should not be changed simply to facilitate growth around stations when more suitable brownfield land and genuinely accessible locations should be prioritised first.