Comment
Draft Local Plan
Representation ID: 14533
Received: 19/04/2016
Respondent: Mr and Mrs Lighterness
Representation Summary:
It appears that the current 'view' (probably to meet government guide lines) is to squeeze such sites into existing spaces and gaps across the borough. Young people, struggling to buy or rent property, older people who have worked hard to establish their homes are expected to accept the sudden arrival of a caravan next door - a family who pitch for free. Whilst I understand the need to help all to a basic level of 'life', the Travellers site is rarely used as a Springboard into housing. The current Travellers zone at Blackmore should continue to be utilized and balanced with a similar site at Dunton Garden Village.
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