Comment

Representation ID: 18660

Received: 01/02/2007

Respondent: Croudace Strategic Ltd

Agent: Charles Planning Associates Limited

The Council should robustly assess previously developed land. The redevelopment of brownfield land for housing can result in the loss of another use, often employment, with a significant effect on the District’s economy. The costs of brownfield land redevelopment can limit community benefits e.g. affordable housing.

PPS3 is clear that windfall sites should not form part of the Council’s housing land supply. Greenfield development will be required to meet housing requirements and the Core Strategy objectives. The Council must identify deliverable sites, avoiding including windfalls and commitments unless no other sites can be identified to meet the housing requirement.