Comment

Representation ID: 14695

Received: 03/10/2021

Respondent: Jake Lilly

Hello, I am contacting you in regards to my shock and dismay at hearing the news that plans are being considered to develop land around Reedswood park, Pouk Hill and opposite Jane Lane school.

I walk through these areas frequently and visit the land affected off Reedswood park leading to the canal daily and it is one of the nicest parts about living in the area. This is home to so much wildlife, just this morning I witnessed fox cubs playing and a couple of Hedgehogs slightly further along. The prospect of this underrated area soon being lost saddens me greatly. Whilst I appreciate the growing housing needs for the area I feel there are many suitable brownfield sites in the vicinity which are sitting vacant.

I am also concerned about the lack of public consultation and short time frame for objections to be submitted. I only found out of these plans by a chance encounter with a fellow dog walker this morning. These plans should have been published much better to local residents.

Thanks for taking the time to read. I would urge you to visit the proposed sites so you can appreciate the rare tranquility they offer in the midst of a bustling town.