Comment
Preferred Site Allocations 2018
Representation ID: 19902
Received: 26/03/2018
Respondent: Environment Agency
Representation Summary:
The Local Plan is very land centric and only mentions water bodies or waterways in passing. It is disappointing to see no specific mention of rivers and waterways in the biodiversity section of the SA. We would like to see further detail regarding the rivers and specifically the headwaters of the Rivers Wid and Mardyke. This could be addressed through a completely separate policy, addressing water quality and WFD and RBMP objectives. A new policy on provision of ecological buffer strips and corridors, native tree planting and the new wetland areas to help manage flood risk and reduce diffuse pollution.
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