Comment
Development and Site Allocations (DaSA) Local Plan - Options and Preferred Options
Representation ID: 23189
Received: 19/02/2017
Respondent: Rother Environmental Group
It is noted that the boundaries are to be protected to enhance ecological networks, However, the aerial photo indicates that the site has the potential for reptiles, bats, great crested newts or birds due to the presence of scrub and rough grassland. Under the biodiversity and green space policy all developments will be expected to retain and enhance biodiversity but the developed area indicated does not leave much space to accommodate the biodiversity on site. It is suggested that the policy be amended to highlight this potential and that any plans submitted should incorporate a biodiversity strategy.
WES3 - Land off Goulds Drive, Westfield
It is noted that the boundaries are to be protected to enhance ecological networks,
However, the aerial photo indicates that the site has the potential for reptiles, bats, great crested newts or birds due to the presence of scrub and rough grassland. Under the biodiversity and green space policy all developments will be expected to retain and enhance biodiversity but the developed area indicated does not leave much space to accommodate the biodiversity on site. It is suggested that the policy be amended to highlight this potential and that any plans submitted should incorporate a biodiversity strategy.