Comment
Draft Local Plan
Representation ID: 14102
Received: 11/04/2016
Respondent: Zada Capital
Constructing new employment sites within easy access of the M25 and A12 is sensible, there needs to be a degree of flexibility to enable the Borough to take advantage of a healthy economic climate.
There must be consideration to allow local business to expand and to encourage new business with residential areas provided they are compatible. By providing an integrated approach it will encourage new sites to be developed and for business to grow within villages thereby providing local employment.
Although working from home is recognized in section 8.14, there is no mention of new developments focused on working from home. These could be created by live/work units or fully functioning offices above their garage or within their house.
To ensure the Town Centre remains economically sustainable, public transport needs to improve as well as parking provisions, a coordinated approach that considers the motorist is also essential.
See attached.