Object
Local Plan 2015-2030 Preferred Options for Consultation
Representation ID: 1093
Received: 02/10/2013
Respondent: Mr Robert Sigley
I object to the proposed plan on the basis that:
-Such a small village would be made into a large town and lose all its character.
-The amenities of schools, broadband, transport and shops would have to be greatly improved to cope with such demand.
-Much of the land is a flood risk and not suitable for such extensive construction especially on any Green Belt land.
-Trains are already full during rush hour when they arrive into West Horndon station. there are already people from 3 other villages using our station to commute to London.
I object to the proposed plans and am astounded that such a small village would be made in a large town and lose all its character & charm for the many residents already living here. I moved from a town to live in West Horndon! The amenities of schools, transport and shops would have to be greatly improved to cope with such demand and as there is not currently a great broadband network for the town which would also further suffer by more new demand. Much of the land is a flood risk and not suitable for such extensive construction especially on any Green Belt land!
I'm extremely concerned about the train line as trains are already full during rush hour when arrive into West Horndon station and further increased numbers would swamp the service as there are already people from 3 other villages using our station to commute to London.
I see no benefits in bringing the planned proposals to West Horndon and would only agree to a small number of new houses in the village on the industrial site as there are other more suited locations.