Comment

Local Plan Review: Preferred Approach 2016-2035

Representation ID: 1527

Received: 07/02/2019

Respondent: Lewis & Co Planning

Agent: Lewis & Co Planning

Representation Summary:

Whilst Policy S24 is required to focus new development within identified urban areas, it should not preclude sites outside of but immediately adjacent to settlement boundaries in the following circumstances:

* To allow for entry-level exception sites, suitable for first time buyers as required by paragraph 71 of the National Planning Policy Framework;

* Where there is a shortfall in housing supply in the District.

Full text:

Whilst Policy S24 is required to focus new development within identified urban areas, it should not preclude sites outside of but immediately adjacent to settlement boundaries in the following circumstances:

* To allow for entry-level exception sites, suitable for first time buyers as required by paragraph 71 of the National Planning Policy Framework;

* Where there is a shortfall in housing supply in the District.

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