4.91
Support
Chichester Local Plan 2021 - 2039: Proposed Submission
Representation ID: 4281
Received: 15/03/2023
Respondent: Chichester Harbour Trust
It does seem that given the strength of the constraints identified in this section, it seems clear that such high levels of development on the coastal plain are by default unsustainable. The levels of management, control and monitoring to enable such development seems unachievable, given that the systems in place currently are not fit for purpose.
It does seem that given the strength of the constraints identified in this section, it seems clear that such high levels of development on the coastal plain are by default unsustainable. The levels of management, control and monitoring to enable such development seems unachievable, given that the systems in place currently are not fit for purpose.
Object
Chichester Local Plan 2021 - 2039: Proposed Submission
Representation ID: 4525
Received: 14/03/2023
Respondent: Mr John Newsom
Legally compliant? Not specified
Sound? No
Duty to co-operate? Not specified
The plan is not sound because it fails to take into account sufficiently the issues with inadequate drainage and water overflow. The properties of Saxon Meadow rely on soakaway for excess water. The issue extends beyond Saxon Meadow and into Church Lane and the fields where the council proposes to put an allotment. With global warming and increase rainfall this is an area of growing concern. Recent investigations and extensive analysis by the Royal Meteorological Society (RMetS) estimates a 10 fold increase in the chances of extreme rainfall events in the UK by the end of the century which underlines the need for effective adaption planning (Atmospheric Science letter Volume 22, issue 7 July 2021).
The plan is not sound as there has been insufficient consideration of the impact of global warming and increased rainfall. The need for increased increment chance [not clear] to high ground water levels was highlighted in 2015 and yet no assessment has been made to rectify this issue. The planned development will exasperate the issue putting the existing houses at Saxon Meadow, Church Land and the fields by Church Lane at increased risk of extensive flooding.
Before any proposed building by Chichester Council is started, it is vital that the assessed risk of flooding, together with the existing high water levels are thoroughly investigated so that 'effective adaption planning' as advocated by the RMetS is effectively implemented.
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