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Representation ID: 45460

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Mr Simon Daniel

We do need new houses, but not the kind of houses that will be built under this plan. They will not be suitable for first time buyers and there is no provision for social housing.
The scale of some of the proposed housing developments (DUH211 and DUH208) will completely change the nature and character of the area and the increase in population which will result will overwhelm already overstretched services and facilities (Doctors surgeries, schools, hospitals, roads (which are already congested).
the residents of Dudley are as entitled to the benefits of green spaces as people who live in more rural places. in some cases, for example the proposal to build 52 houses on green space behind Standhills Road (DUH221) the last green space within walking distance will be taken away. It is currently used by many residents.
All the sites proposed for development are havens for wildlife and biodiversity. Even the smaller spaces have mature trees (many of which have preservation orders) which are vital for helping to mitigate climate change and reduce the effects of pollution. It is indefensible to destroy beautiful green spaces at a time of crisis for the climate and for biodiversity.