Comment

Representation ID: 23301

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Redrow Homes Ltd

Agent: Harris Lamb

It is fully appreciated that the BDP cannot include policies for the allocation of land outside of the Black Country area. However, given that a significant proportion of the housing and employment requirement will be met in other Local Authority areas, it is our view it would be helpful for the Spatial Strategy to include guidance on where the Black Country authorities will support the allocation of sites in emerging Plans.

This will help neighbouring authorities within the site selection process and the development industry in bringing sites for development. It is out view that the BDP should advise that the Black Country Authorities will support the allocation of sites in neighbouring authorities that:

• Are located close to the edge of the Black Country, so that development is provided close to the area where the need arises from.

• Are able to come forward for development promptly once allocated.

• Have good access to services and facilities.

• Are able to deliver all necessary onsite infrastructure

• Can provide onsite services and facilities that are to the benefit residents and the wider community

• Are able to deliver greater biodiversity net gain

• Area able to take advantage of existing landscape features.