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Representation ID: 1805

Received: 06/12/2021

Respondent: Persimmon Homes

Agent: RPS Group

Agree that lack of other options to accommodate the District’s growth needs as well as helping neighbouring authorities address their housing needs are exceptional circumstances justifying Green Belt release. The 4,000 dwelling contribution should be revisited in light of the Black Country’s increasing unmet needs. Extra Green Belt should be released, including Site 170. Parcel S20G of the Green Belt Study fails to assess Site 170 separately despite differences between the parcel and site. A separate Green Belt assessment undertaken for the site indicates that the site has a lower harm rating than indicated in the 2019 Green Belt Study. If the site is not released for housing development now it should be considered for safeguarded land to meet housing needs beyond the plan period to 2038.