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I object to the proposed housing development on sites 044 & 178 at Priests Lane for the following reasons: Page 6 Para 14: In arriving at a list of preferred site allocations, we have developed a site assessment process. This is robust, balanced and wide-ranging in terms of technical evidence material for each allocated and discounted site. Comment: there seems to be no concrete technical evidence to support Priest Lane as a preferred site. Page 11: 'The Borough will continue to thrive with a high-quality network of green infrastructure, parks and new connected green corridors, providing cycling and walking opportunities for all.' Comment: Priest Lane is really quite a narrow road with narrow pavements. It is already quite challenging to cyclers and motorists particularly during peak hours. With the additional homes to be built in Priest Lane site, resulting in additional cars using Priest Lane, it will be even more difficult to cycle safely. 'Brentwood will grow sustainably with new development directed to urban brownfield opportunity sites, well planned urban extensions and key transport corridors. Comment: The Priest Lane site is the ONLY greenfield site in the plan