North Herts. Local Plan Comments and Objections Guide
As you are aware NHDC has now published the Local Plan they wish to have considered. We have to comment by Wednesday 30th November. There are four elements that can be considered with respect to the local plan. In the opinion of Barkway Parish Council, the Local Plan has been Positively Prepared, Justified and Effective. However, the Local Plan must also be Consistent with National Policy: Your Parish Council believes that the proposed Local Plan contravenes both National Planning Policy as well as some of NHDC’s own policies, as shown below. The most contentious part, for Barkway is the allocation of a split-owned field, known as BK3, to support some 140 new houses. These, in addition to 33 new homes, agreed in principle, on nearby plots BKs 1&2. We believe that this many new houses clustered at the north of the village is disproportionate to the size of Barkway, which numbered 329 houses in 2011, and will pose serious traffic dangers. Due to a lack of local amenities each adult will need a car. It will also be separated from the rest of the village without clear access to it, which could lead to low integration of the residents within the rest of the community. To challenge BK3, it is necessary to highlight how NHDC is breaching national and local policies. The Parish Council will be publishing its arguments shortly. Please feel free to use any of the points published in your arguments. If you wish to object or support the local plan you can do so in writing before 30 November to:
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