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Site R26 (1.52 hectares) would provide for at least 40 two and three bedroom homes for first time buyers, for local residents and for those wishing to downsize without leaving Blackmore.

I would like to object to the Addendum of Focussed changes to the Pre-submission Local Plan (Regulation 19) in respect of the "Focussed change 5 Policy R26: Land North of Orchard Piece, Blackmore" which seeks to further reduce the allocation of dwellings from 30 to 20. The site's original allocation of approximately 40 dwellings continues to be supported by technical evidence and statutory consultees.
To reiterate my previous submission, I agree that the Preferred Options Local Plan (2018) is sound and the Council has taken time to review evidence and consider public opinion. In particular I support Policy R26: Land North of Orchard Piece, Blackmore to release site Ref: 076 from the Green Belt to provide new homes for first time buyers, for local residents and for those wishing to downsize without leaving Blackmore. The village will lose its vitality and potentially current services if it doesn't continue to thrive.
The site North of Orchard Piece has good natural barriers (preventing sprawl) and is only a short walk to the centre of the village. Redrose Lane represents the edge of the settlement.
I began my career while resident in Blackmore and it is the resting place of my grandparents and uncle. I really believe that the release of this small site (1.52 hectares) would provide for at least 40 two and three bedroom homes (the amended policy of 20 houses is not in line with national policy for a plot of this size or Policy HP03 of the Pre-Submission Local Plan). These numbers would add to the viability of services and new demand would lead to the improvement of transport links and facilities, which local residents acknowledge could be improved. These homes would be sustainably built and provide desirable places to live so I see this as a positive addition to the village.
This land has belonged to my family since 1956 and we have never experienced surface water flooding in this time. I understand that a development on this site will actually improve the water management in this area through a Sustainable Urban Drainage Strategy.
I hereby consent to the Brentwood Borough Council sharing my contact details with the Planning Inspectorate and Programme Officer in respect of my submission in March 2019 and this document. You have my permission to share these representations with the documents being submitted for independent examination.
I would like to request that I am kept informed of the Regulation 19 consultation and am willing to participate and have my representations included.
Yours faithfully,