Comment

Representation ID: 2754

Received: 07/02/2019

Respondent: Sussex Wildlife Trust

As the only brownfield site allocated as a strategic allocation, CDC should aim to be more progressive in realising opportunities site could deliver in terms of green infrastructure and biodiversity net gains. NPPF states green infrastructure used in new development to avoid increased vulnerability to impacts arising from climate change. Southern Gateway is a fantastic opportunity to incorporate innovative design, particularly increased green infrastructure e.g. green walls.

SWT objects to the term 'mitigation' in relation to protecting nearby SPA from adverse impacts. If this strategy is not resulting in avoidance of impacts then is not effective and not legally compliant.