Comment

Local Plan Review: Preferred Approach 2016-2035

Representation ID: 1418

Received: 07/02/2019

Respondent: Councillor Simon Oakley

Representation Summary:

Longer Term Growth Requirements. Transport is a key consideration with regards location of potential new settlement. Immediate proximity to existing rail stations and need to minimise effects on the road network in and around Chichester City should be specifically highlighted in this section given the current lack of a strategic solution to the A27 at Chichester. A reference to the need for a scale of development that would justify a new access onto the A27 away from the City and related to the PUSH area should be considered.

Full text:

Longer Term Growth Requirements. Transport is a key consideration with regards location of potential new settlement. Immediate proximity to existing rail stations and need to minimise effects on the road network in and around Chichester City should be specifically highlighted in this section given the current lack of a strategic solution to the A27 at Chichester. A reference to the need for a scale of development that would justify a new access onto the A27 away from the City and related to the PUSH area should be considered.