Question 11

Support

Representation ID: 1910

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Taylor Wimpey

Agent: Lichfields

Policy HC14 – Health Infrastructure
As this policy requirement will affect allocations in the SSLP and will be used to inform infrastructure provision on these sites, Taylor Wimpey considers that any requirements for contributions towards existing facilities or the development of new facilities should be evidenced
in the Local Plan evidence base and identified in the Local Plan, and tested through the viability work which accompanies the Local Plan.

Object

Representation ID: 1911

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Taylor Wimpey

Agent: Lichfields

Policy HC17 – Open Space
We would also suggest that the policy makes clear that any requirements for open space will be assessed against existing provision in the area using the latest available information on open space provision. On this basis, we do not consider that the proposed policy requirement for equipped play to be provided by default is appropriate, as it may be the case that there are existing facilities within an acceptable walking distance which would be suitable to accommodate the needs of a development.

Object

Representation ID: 1912

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Taylor Wimpey

Agent: Lichfields

Policy HC19 – Wider Green Infrastructure Design Principles
As this policy would essential cover design matters Taylor Wimpey suggest that it may be better to integrate the content of this policy into Policy HC9 which deals
with design requirements

Support

Representation ID: 1913

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Taylor Wimpey

Agent: Lichfields

Policy EC10 - Developer contributions
Taylor Wimpey supports the use of s106 payments to fund infrastructure in principle. However, for the reasons set out in these representations, we are concerned that some of the infrastructure requirements for the Local Plan have yet to be fully established.
If CIL is to be introduced, the Council will need to be clear on what infrastructure it will cover and this should be distinct from any s106 contributions to avoid ‘double dipping’.

Support

Representation ID: 1914

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Taylor Wimpey

Agent: Lichfields

Policy EC11: Sustainable Transport
Refer the Council to our comments on Policy HC11 which relate to this subject.

Support

Representation ID: 1915

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Taylor Wimpey

Agent: Lichfields

Policy NB2 – Biodiversity
Draft Policy NB2 states that all new development will contribute a measurable net biodiversity gain. We note that legislation on this matter has recently been introduced in the Environment Act 2021 and any policy requirements will need to ensure that they align with this legislation and any subsequent secondary legislation or amendments to national planning policy in relation to this matter.

Object

Representation ID: 1916

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Taylor Wimpey

Agent: Lichfields

Policy NB3 -Cannock Chase SAC
Taylor Wimpey is concerned that no clarity is provided on which areas of South Staffordshire would be affected by this policy and considers that any areas affected should be clearly identified on the SSLP Proposal Map for the avoidance of any doubt.

Object

Representation ID: 1917

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Taylor Wimpey

Agent: Lichfields

Policy NB6
Taylor Wimpey recognises the importance of mitigating and adapting to climate change.
It is not clear why the Council is seeking this reduction through planning policy when it will be secured through Building Regulations. In order to ensure consistency with the Building Regulations, it is considered that any reduction in emissions should be informed by up to date Building Regulations targets rather than through the application of a local plan policy.
The Viability Assessment indicates that +4% has been added to base build costs to account for the 31% reduction sought but no evidence is provided to explain how this 4% additional cost has been derived.
For the foreseeable future, it will remain uneconomic for most heat networks to install low-carbon technologies.

Object

Representation ID: 1951

Received: 29/03/2022

Respondent: Canal & River Trust

Policy EC11 - More emphasis should be given to the potential for towpaths to be used as off-road active travel routes which offers direct links into the West Midlands conurbation.

Object

Representation ID: 1952

Received: 29/03/2022

Respondent: Canal & River Trust

Policy NB7 - Management of water to avoid increased flooding is a key challenge. Additional works may be necessary and updated breach models may be required.

Object

Representation ID: 1953

Received: 29/03/2022

Respondent: Canal & River Trust

NB1 - Include in the policy reference to the important contribution of the canal network to nature conservation. Baseline data needs to be gathered as part of development proposals.

Object

Representation ID: 1954

Received: 29/03/2022

Respondent: Canal & River Trust

Policy NB6 - Amend policy to include reference to retrofitting existing developments to utilise zero-carbon renewables.

Object

Representation ID: 1955

Received: 29/03/2022

Respondent: Canal & River Trust

Policy NB7- Canal network has a part to play in mitigating and managing floods. A review with the Canal and Rivers Trust of flood risk alleviation/surface water discharge for Hatherton Canal will be necessary.

Object

Representation ID: 1961

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Completelink Ltd

Agent: Zesta Planning Ltd

Policy HC4 is too vague in relation to requirement for a ‘clear contribution’ from major development. Major development providing a few bungalows will not meet the District’s specialist accommodation needs.

Object

Representation ID: 1972

Received: 01/04/2022

Respondent: Penkridge Parish Council

IDP needs re-examining.
Housing Density should be lower. Higher density creates issues with parking and pedestrian safety.
More open space not less.
River Penk Park and balancing ponds should not be used to offset open space and space about dwellings.
Opportunity for new business and community activity in the future growth area to west of Penkridge.

Object

Representation ID: 1989

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Terra Strategic

Agent: Terra Strategic

HC1
The proposed housing mix of a scheme should be based on up-to-date evidence of demand to ensure that there is an appropriate housing stock. Therefore, the Council should build in flexibility through the policy wording (suggests amended wording).

Support

Representation ID: 1990

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Terra Strategic

Agent: Terra Strategic

Terra support the principles included in proposed Policy HC2 Housing Density. A higher housing density is appropriate in more established settlements. Overall, the Council should ensure that the proposed density is determined on a site-by-site basis.

Proposed Policy HC3 Affordable Housing detailed that the Council will support 30% affordable housing. Terra agree that this is appropriate.

Support

Representation ID: 1998

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: UKPI (Featherstone) Ltd

Agent: First City Limited

HC1 - Understand the need to provide a greater number of 2 and 3 bed properties however, it is 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, the requirement for the key considerations and characteristics of the site and the area in which the development it ot take place should be considered.

Therfore, consider a level of flexibility should be applied to housing mix to ensure diversity and prevent all development looking the same and lacking distinctness,

HC3 - Welcome the introduction of 30% affordable housing which considered is an improvement. There is a requirement for a contribution to meeting the needs of the District's ageing population in policy HC4 as previously stated and it important to ensure that there is a level of flexibility and diversity on sites so individuality is achieved.

Support

Representation ID: 2009

Received: 01/12/2021

Respondent: UKPI (Featherstone) Ltd

Agent: First City Limited

HC1 - 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.

There should be a level of flexibility to be applied to housing mix to ensure diversity and prevent all development looking the same and lacking any distinctiveness.

HC3 - It is important to ensure that there is a degree of flexibility and diversity for the District's ageing population to achieve the uniqueness.

Support

Representation ID: 2056

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Four Ashes Limited

Agent: Mr Mark McFadden

Policy EC1 – Sustainable Economic Growth
FAL proposes revisions, in order to reflect the aspirations set out in the Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Enterprise Partnership Local Industrial Strategy.

Object

Representation ID: 2058

Received: 13/12/2021

Respondent: Four Ashes Limited

Agent: Mr Mark McFadden

Policy NB6
FAL proposes that the requirement for all major non-residential development to achieve BREEAM ‘Excellent’ is clarified to specify the date of the BREEAM standard to be applied, so that the policy requirement is clear and effective.

Policy requirements need to be clarified so that there is a clear threshold for an acceptable energy strategy. For
example, referring to a minimum carbon reduction improvement in percentage terms as is currently
proposed for all major residential developments.

Object

Representation ID: 2065

Received: 11/04/2022

Respondent: Together Active

HC9 - Recommend a user hierarchy with people first in residential areas so that walking and cycling is the easy, safe and attractive option.

Support

Representation ID: 2066

Received: 11/04/2022

Respondent: Together Active

HC13 - Support inclusion of a health and well-being policy and inclusion of a hook for a SPD.

Support

Representation ID: 2067

Received: 11/04/2022

Respondent: Together Active

HC17&HC18 - Welcome commitment to protect open space and existing sports facilities. Support production of open space, sport & recreation SPD.

Support

Representation ID: 2068

Received: 11/04/2022

Respondent: Together Active

HC19 - Support policy.

Object

Representation ID: 2069

Received: 11/04/2022

Respondent: Together Active

HC19 - Consider incorporating green infrastructure standard within the SPD.

Support

Representation ID: 2070

Received: 11/04/2022

Respondent: Together Active

EC1 - Welcome provision of active travel measures.

Support

Representation ID: 2071

Received: 11/04/2022

Respondent: Together Active

EC11 - Support development of a local walking and cycling infrastructure plan.

Support

Representation ID: 2091

Received: 12/04/2022

Respondent: St Mary Parish and The Archdiocese of Birmingham

Agent: First City Limited

HC1- Propose a level of flexibility should be applied to the housing mix to ensure diversity and prevent all development from looking the same and lacking any distinctiveness.

HC3 - Emphasis on the increase of 2 and 3 bedroom properties on developments through 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.

Object

Representation ID: 2140

Received: 10/12/2021

Respondent: Balfour Beatty

Agent: CBRE

Policy HC1:
The proposed policy is too prescriptive and does not refer to the proposed housing development site to be informed by the latest SHMA or other evidence that would enable flexibility to reflect local needs/demands at the time of the application.
The policy should require consultation of appropriate evidence base documents such as Market Housing Reports.
Prescribing a specific mix may have negative implications for housing delivery if market demand does not coincide with policy at a particular time.
Proposed alternative policy wording:
"Developments of ten homes or more should provide for a range of house types and sizes that will meet the accommodation needs of both existing and future residents, in line with the most recently available information, such as: - The South Staffordshire HMA 2021 (or any subsequent revision; or - Detailed Local Housing Market Assessments (where applicable); or - Current and future demographic profiles; or - Locality and ability of site to accommodate a mix of housing; or - Market signals and local housing market trends.
The policy should encourage applicants to demonstrate why the proposed mix on a site is appropriate considering up to date South Staffs evidence.

Policy HC2:
A policy which is flexible would be beneficial for both allocated and unallocated sites.
The policy should also make provision for applications to put balanced proposals forward which demonstrate how they have taken into account the specific site character and context.

Policy HC3:
The policy should specify how exceptional circumstances for offsite and/or reduced affordable housing provision is to be evidenced and negotiated.
The policy should specify whether smaller sites will require affordable housing contributions or if they are exempt.
A threshold figure should be provided in relation to the sizes of of sites and their requirement for affordable housing.

Policy HC4:
The policy should clarify where exemptions are to be made to the requirement for affordable housing.

Policy HC5:
The policy should set out the number of units for specialist housing for the identification of any potential sites which would be able to accommodate demand.