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Local Plan 2015-2030 Preferred Options for Consultation
Representation ID: 533
Received: 02/10/2013
Respondent: Ursuline Sisters
Agent: JTS Partnership LLP
The Sisters recognise the need to provide affordable housing within the Borough and welcome the Council's acknowledgement that the provision of affordable housing can impact upon the economic viability of a development. Brentwood Council has chosen to adopt a low threshold for on-site provision (5 dwellings). It is considered that the minimum threshold should be maintained at 15.
It is often physically or logistically difficult or financial disadvantageous to include affordable housing on site. A greater flexibility should be written into the policy to enable, as an alternative, the provision of a financial contribution in lieu of on-site provision.
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