The proposed allocation of the site is supported, as too are requirements a to h iii) of the Policy. However, for the reasons detailed in respect of Policy H1 (refer to representations to Policy H1), David Wilson Homes object to the identification of a maximum number of 90 dwellings.
It understood that the site capacity for the proposed allocation has been reduced as a result of advice received from the Highways Authority. There is however no evidence to support this position.
A planning application is currently being prepared for the development of the site for 144 dwellings. The Transport Assessment which has been prepared to support the application confirms that the site access is suitable and that the local highway network can accommodate the proposed development without the need for mitigation.
Any concerns of the Highways Authority have been fully addressed. The proposed development of Burnmill Farm is not impacted by capacity issues of Burnmill Road and therefore it is no longer appropriate for proposed Policy H1, and associated Policy MH3 to limit the number of dwellings that can be delivered on the site. It is therefore considered that Policy H1 and MH3 should be amended to reflect a site capacity of up to 144 dwellings.