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Representation ID: 1835

Received: 10/12/2021

Respondent: Wollaston Properties Ltd

Agent: First City Limited

In regards to policy HC1: Housing mix, understanding the need to provide a greater number of 2- and 3-bedroom properties, however, it is also important to note that each
development should be assessed on a case by case basis with the merits of each proposal taken into consideration. Also, there is the requirement for the key
considerations and characteristics of the site and the area/settlement in which the development is to take place to be considered. Therefore, consider a level of flexibility should be applied to housing mix to ensure diversity and prevent all development looking the same and lacking any distinctiveness.

In support to policy HC3: introduction of 30% affordable housing which is considered an improvement on 40% as set out in the existing adopted Local Plan.

Emphasis on the increase of 2 and 3 bedroomed properties on developments throughout the District in conjunction to the requirement for a contribution to meeting the needs of the District’s ageing population in policy HC4- Homes for Older People, important to ensure that there is a level of flexibility and diversity on sites so there is individuality and uniqueness achieved.