Object

Harborough Local Plan 2011-2031, Proposed Submission

Representation ID: 6843

Received: 16/11/2017

Respondent: Zoe Ridley

Legally compliant? No

Sound? No

Duty to co-operate? No

Representation Summary:

Amenities already stretched, but no improvements planned
Transport links constrained
safety and air quality issues
loss of open space

Full text:

Currently the amenities in these villages is extremely limited, with one pub and a school. The employment opportunities for the new residents in the community are extremely limited given the very low level of unemployment in the area. The plan does not address any increase in amenities or transport networks to ensure that this new housing does not just become a dormitory development for commuters. The increased traffic will significantly impact on the already dangerous junctions with the A5. Resulting in significant safety and air quality issues.
The loss of green space in a rural community is a major concern, particularly given the plans to concrete over much of the local land for Magna park