Support

Representation ID: 19678

Received: 12/03/2018

Respondent: Iceni Projects Limited

We support the allocation of the Site - BLACKMORE ROAD, HOOK END - as summarised in the proposed housing allocations.

Comment

Representation ID: 19679

Received: 12/03/2018

Respondent: Iceni Projects Limited

The site boundary appears incorrectly and includes two paddocks on its eastern end which are part of the residential gardens of Tipps Cross Lane. The boundary shown is inconsistent with the site boundary plan submitted with the HELAA Site form on behalf of our client on 8th May 2017. The submission put forward an estimated dwelling yield of up to 6 units based on this site area. Our client's site can achieve independent access to Blackmore Road without the need utilise any land within site 085B.

Object

Representation ID: 19845

Received: 12/03/2018

Respondent: Iceni Projects Limited

Object to the Plan not including West Horndon. The site is one of the most sustainable development locations to provide for future and existing resident's needs. The Council the further work which has been undertaken by EASL to present an 'oven ready' proposal that is deliverable in the early years of the plan period. The Council has also draft allocated West Horndon industrial park to the south of the Site which has been considered in the technical work undertaken to date. EASL can confirm that a scheme can be brought forward which is compatible and complements the site redevelopment.

Comment

Representation ID: 19846

Received: 12/03/2018

Respondent: Iceni Projects Limited

The site assessment methodology does not assess sites on their planning merit, rather exploring whether they fit the Spatial Strategy. Key documents such as the HELAA (Stage 1) has not been published for review as part of this consultation.

Comment

Representation ID: 19847

Received: 12/03/2018

Respondent: Iceni Projects Limited

It is acknowledged that Green Belt is required to be released to meet the housing demand in the Borough. However, to justify any release, a thorough assessment of "exceptional circumstances" is required to clearly and unambiguously identify those sites which are the most sustainable to be released. It is not explicit within either the consultation document or supporting evidence base that this has been undertaken.

Comment

Representation ID: 19848

Received: 12/03/2018

Respondent: Iceni Projects Limited

The Council suggests accelerated delivery of Dunton Hills could contribute towards meeting a higher housing target. No evidence has been provided to prove that 2,500 dwellings on the site could be delivered in the plan period, let alone a higher figure. It is considered prudent therefore, that the Council should consider allocating other sites to meet this higher target.

Comment

Representation ID: 19849

Received: 12/03/2018

Respondent: Iceni Projects Limited

The Government's proposed standard methodology for calculating housing need indicates an OAN of 454 dwellings per annum for Brentwood which should be considered as an appropriate level of housing growth to plan for over the plan period (9,080) as a minimum. The assessment concludes that based on the evidence available and various Inspectors' decisions elsewhere, an uplift of 36% to account for market signals would be justified. We strongly support the principle of such an uplift to take account of affordability issues in Brentwood, and encourage the Council to ensure a sufficient uplift is included appropriately to address this issue.