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Representation ID: 1220

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Barberry

Agent: RCA Regeneration Ltd

Sustainability Appraisal: Identifies site 238 as having a major negative impact on education. Strongly disagree with the methodology used by the SA. Cumulative development if the site were allocated could provide a new primary school. The site selection topic paper notes the site is 2km from the nearest primary school which is within the walking distance defined by the Education Act.

The Green Belt Study effectively confirms that Perton is already merged with Wolverhampton, which undermines the role and function of the slim strategic slip of Green Belt to the east and south of the site. The SHMA 2021 confirms strong commuting and migration links to Wolverhampton and is functionally part of Wolverhampton’s urban area, supporting the principle of allocating part of Wolverhampton’s housing needs within Perton.

The Strategic Growth Study 2018 shows a significant shortfall in housing is likely to remain in the GBHMA despite the 4,000 dwelling contribution so this should be increased and it would be helpful to understand how the Black Country Authorities feel about the 4,000 units. Concerned that Duty to Cooperate discussions have not taken place regarding a small site allocation proposed by Wolverhampton City Council to the south-east of the site.

Additional detailed Green Belt and landscape rebuttal and highways evidence regarding the A41 junction is also submitted.