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Flood Risk. This development would surely increase the flood risk in an area that is already classified as high risk. How would this be mitigated? The exiting drainage system in West Horndon is not great, with surface water accumulating at times of heavy rainfall. What research has been done to review increased flood risk as a result of this development? Transport. The surrounding road network will not be able to cope with this level of development leading to congestion and increased pollution. How will traffic flows through West Horndon be manged, as the through roads were not designed to accommodate heavy traffic, as could be expected due to this proposal. How will the local and surrounding road network be changed to accommodate the new development, and when will this be consulted upon? The station is already at capacity during rush hour, with any delays meaning that trains are crowded to the point of not being able to board on occasion. The car park at the station is regularly full even though more parking spaces were recently introduced. The platforms at the station are not large. How will the station cope with increased footfall and still be workable? Environment. There will be negative impact due to noise, disruption, increased omissions and loss of open space. How will this be mitigated and what compensating factors will there be? How will quality of life for residents of the village be preserved - and how will the commitment to balance development needs with village character be achieved? Equalities Impact Assessment: Can the equalities impact assessment be published? How will the negative impact in terms of socio-economic disadvantage be mitigated? How is it equitable that West Horndon is absorbing the bulk of the development - quality of life for residents will be negatively impacted. Economic Development. The plan states: The exact range and type of employment development at Dunton Hills is still subject to detailed site masterplanning, but will need to be compatible with residential uses and of a human scale which is appropriate to a new garden village. How can the development be put forward for approval without this vital analysis; if the employment and economic development opportunities are not conversant with this large development, then social depravation will prevail.
I would like to understand why over 50% of the Gypsy and Traveller sites have been allocated to the village of West Horndon. How is this equitable distribution, whereby the geographical area compared to the borough as a whole is considerably less than 50%?
The village is already set to undergo a massive transformation, so what is the justification for placing these sites alongside the residential dwellings, is this in anyone's best interests?
How will security and community safety be assured?
Will council tax for residents be reduced as a result, is there any other compensation being offered?
Where is the impact assessment to consider socio and demographic factors pertaining to the village as a result of this proposal?