Comment
Draft Local Plan
Representation ID: 16022
Received: 13/05/2016
Respondent: Elizabeth Finn Care
Agent: Strutt & Parker LLP
Reliance is being placed on the Dunton Hills GArden Vilalge for significant numbers of the housing provision over the life of the plan. There is no published evidence that the Duty to Cooperate with Basildon is being fulfilled to progross plans and firm up proposals. Basildon states that "Brentwood Borough Council has not provided sufficient information, at this time, to show it is the best location for new housing provision in the Brentwood borough". Information on engagement with London and London brooughs is also lacking.
Therefore it is not clear to what extent authorities with whom Brentwood Borough has a connection have been engaged and are agreeable to such an approach. This issue is particularly pertinent given the strong relationship between Brentwood and London, and the latter's acute housing need. We question whether the approach currently being taken in the preparation of the Local Plan meets the Duty to Cooperate.
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