Policy GB1 – The Black Country Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 11063

Received: 21/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Graham Eardley

Proposal goes against the greenbelt

Support

Representation ID: 11085

Received: 11/09/2021

Respondent: Ms Dawn Webster

I support the Councils council's continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmore. Hayley Green. Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

The countryside, protect by Green Belt designation, is rich in history and have never been more important to the mental and physical wellbeing of individuals and the community as a whole.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional Importance as an amenity asset for the welfare of, and enjoyment by, a larger population. It would be so simple to seriously damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure. To build on any Green Belt land when these are brownfield sites available, would be down to pure greed and selfishness and a lack of thinking in regards to the big picture. Maintaining the countryside for future generations and for good of the populations is of utmost importance and should be a key driver for the local authority.

Please acknowledge receipt of this email and note my support for the Councils continued protection of the Countryside

Support

Representation ID: 11102

Received: 14/09/2021

Respondent: Mrs Christine Cartwright

I support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989, Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas, by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that, the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside, by the public, for informal recreation. They supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic, landscape and ecological significance of each area.
The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough Boundary and coming under Bromsgrove. In doing so, they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm, which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.

1. At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey, which is a Scheduled Ancient Monument of National Importance.
2. At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley, which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
3. Foxcote, which forms the foreground setting of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with frequent finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps, and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside, hereby defined, is important to people from far afield, and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a major area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust.

We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate, which includes a major proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century, by George Lyttelton, in his creation of Hagley Park, which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden.

On Wychbury Hill are two significant ‘follies’ - The Temple of Theseus and The Obelisk, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the welfare of, and enjoyment by, a large population. It would be so simple to seriously damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

As a longtime resident of this area of Halesowen I appreciate the chance of giving my view with regard to any proposed development of the area.

Comment

Representation ID: 11115

Received: 22/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Philip Ryan

As my home also enjoys views of this green belt area, this development will affect the price of my property less

Support

Representation ID: 11126

Received: 07/09/2021

Respondent: Ms Sally Cartwright

Hi

I have read the new Black Country Plan and wish to show my support for the proposed protection of Halesowen’s Green Belt. Lockdown has shown the demand and need for green space around Halesowen and it needs to be preserved for everyone to enjoy.

I am pleased to see that the Green Belt in the wider Halesowen area \(Green Belt in Halesowen (Illey, Lapal, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Coombeswood), Lutley, and Foxcote), has been spared from the current housing proposals and hope this will continue to be the case.

Please could you confirm receipt of this email?

Many thanks

Sally Cartwright

Support

Representation ID: 11138

Received: 10/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Richard Waplington

Black Country Plan – Support for the Protection of Green Belt Around Halesowen

To whom it may concern.
I support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood,Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.
Circa 1989, Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas, by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that, the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside, by the public, for informal recreation. They supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic, landscape and ecological significance of this countryside.
The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough Boundary and coming under Bromsgrove. They appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm, which is the site of a former Anglo -Saxon Mill. (Notwic Mill).
The countryside protected by Green belt designation is rich in history. At Lapal and Illey there are the remains of Halesowen Abbey, which is a Scheduled Ancient Monument of National Importance. At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the hamlet of Lutley, which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton. Foxcote, which forms the setting of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, is archaeologically rich with frequent finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of the ancient hunting summer camps, and, in part, this explains the scatter of historic ‘finds’.
The countryside is important to people from far afield, and within the wider landscape encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a major area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also remember Hagley Hall and Park, which of course includes a major proportion of Wychbury Hill, the prominence of which is acknowledged in the 18th century, by George Lyttleton, in the creation of Hagley Park, which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies – The Temple of Theseus and The Obelisk, exploiting the landscape dominance of the hill and the presence of the Fort.
The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity for the welfare of a large population and in its own right is of landscape, historic, ecological and informal recreational importance. It would be so simple to damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.
Yours Sincerely,
Richard Waplington.

Support

Representation ID: 11139

Received: 10/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Phil Hancox

I support the Council’s continued protection of the lovely countryside around Lapal, Illey, Coombswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote.
This greenbelt land is not only rich in history but has proven to be a Godsend for local people during recent lockdowns, renewing or awakening the benefits of outdoor leisure.
Local groups have recently produced walk leaflets, cleared overgrown paths, fixed stiles and even built a new footbridge.
This greenbelt asset must be protected, not lost forever.

Yours
Phil Hancox, local resident

Comment

Representation ID: 11140

Received: 09/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Peter Poultney

Please add this to your objections

Re: Black Country Plan – Support for the protection of Green Belt Around Halesowen

We support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989 Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside by the public for informal recreation. They
supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area. The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough boundary and coming under Bromsgrove Council. In doing so they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.
At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey which is a Scheduled Ancient
Monument of National Importance.
At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with the historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
Foxcote, which forms the foreground se ng of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside hereby defined is important to people from far afield and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a large area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate which includes a large proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century by George Lyttelton in his creation of Hagley Park which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies, ‘The Temple of Theseus’ and ‘The Obelisk’, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the wellbeing of, and enjoyment by, a large population. We personally spend many hours of enjoyment walking in these areas, appreciating their beauty and the fresh air. It would be so simple to

seriously, and hence permanently, damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

Support

Representation ID: 11143

Received: 09/09/2021

Respondent: Cradley Then and Now

Re: Black Country Plan – Support for the protection of Green Belt Around Halesowen

We support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989 Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside by the public for informal recreation. They
supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area. The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough boundary and coming under Bromsgrove Council. In doing so they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.
At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey which is a Scheduled Ancient
Monument of National Importance.
At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with the historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
Foxcote, which forms the foreground se ng of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside hereby defined is important to people from far afield and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a large area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate which includes a large proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century by George Lyttelton in his creation of Hagley Park which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies, ‘The Temple of Theseus’ and ‘The Obelisk’, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the wellbeing of, and enjoyment by, a large population. We personally spend many hours of enjoyment walking in these areas, appreciating their beauty and the fresh air. It would be so simple to

seriously, and hence permanently, damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

Comment

Representation ID: 11144

Received: 09/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Michael Melville

Re: Black Country Plan – Support for the protection of Green Belt Around Halesowen

We support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989 Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside by the public for informal recreation. They
supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area. The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough boundary and coming under Bromsgrove Council. In doing so they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.
At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey which is a Scheduled Ancient
Monument of National Importance.
At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with the historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
Foxcote, which forms the foreground se ng of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside hereby defined is important to people from far afield and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a large area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate which includes a large proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century by George Lyttelton in his creation of Hagley Park which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies, ‘The Temple of Theseus’ and ‘The Obelisk’, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the wellbeing of, and enjoyment by, a large population. We personally spend many hours of enjoyment walking in these areas, appreciating their beauty and the fresh air. It would be so simple to

seriously, and hence permanently, damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

Support

Representation ID: 11145

Received: 08/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Matthew Worrallo

I'd like to support the protection of our Green Belt in Halesowen (Tack Farm, Illey, Foxcoat Farm, Coombeswood Wedge, Uffmore, Hayley Green and Lapal).

To have these spaces on our door step is priceless. We regularly use the public footpaths and look over the farms and fields on the green belt. It's the sole reason we live here and why halesowen is so special.

Please can I ask that you send an email to acknowledgment.

Regards,

Matthew Worrallo

Comment

Representation ID: 11149

Received: 07/09/2021

Respondent: Mrs Linda Jones

Re: Objection to GB1
Dear Sir or Madam,
I wish to lodge my objection to any thing being built on the Green belt around Halesowen. When it has been proven that there is enough brown site to accommodate any house building requirements. The green belt is a precious space in a time when when we are fighting climate change. Green spaces help improve air quality and help to stop green house gases. Our green belt is full of precious wild animals that call it home. There is not enough resources to provide people with Schools, Doctors Surgeries, defiantly not enough Police to cope with the population of Halesowen. The info structure the roads in and out of Halesowen are already running well over full capacity. Rush hours are a nightmare. So yes I object to any building on our precious beloved Green belt land.

Regards

Lynn Jones (Mrs)

Support

Representation ID: 11151

Received: 07/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Justin Toolan

Please register my support for the protection of Halesowen's Green Belt in response to The Black Country Plan.

I wish to make it clear that i support the protection of Green Belt in Halesowen (Illey, Lapal, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Coombeswood), Lutley, etc...

Comment

Representation ID: 11152

Received: 08/09/2021

Respondent: Julie Bird

To whom it may concern,

I would like to put forward my unwavering and full commitment to the protection of Halesowen's Green Belt in response to The Black Country Plan.

I would like my response recorded in relation to the current public consultation in respect of the Black Country Plan and would like to make it clear that I support the proposed protection of Green Belt in Halesowen (Illey, Lapal, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Coombeswood), Lately and Foxcote.

My local countryside is historic, scenic and good for walking amongst nature. The pandemic highlighted our open spaces, green belt and countryside as being essential for our mental health and general well being, although we recognised the benefits of our treasured green belt long before 2020. It is essential that you recognise the importance of the Green Belt in Halesowen (Illey, Lapal, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Coombeswood), Lately and Foxcote to its local community, and beyond, by ensuring it is protected for generations to come.

Support

Representation ID: 11154

Received: 13/09/2021

Respondent: Ms Julia Lodge

Re: Black Country Plan – Support for the protection of Green Belt Around Halesowen

We support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989 Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside by the public for informal recreation. They supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area. The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough boundary and coming under Bromsgrove Council. In doing so they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.
At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey which is a Scheduled Ancient Monument of National Importance.
At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with the historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
Foxcote, which forms the foreground se ng of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside hereby defined is important to people from far afield and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a large area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate which includes a large proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century by George Lyttelton in his creation of Hagley Park which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies, ‘The Temple of Theseus’ and ‘The Obelisk’, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the wellbeing of, and enjoyment by, a large population. We personally spend many hours of enjoyment walking in these areas, appreciating their beauty and the fresh air. It would be so simple to
seriously, and hence permanently, damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

Comment

Representation ID: 11210

Received: 13/09/2021

Respondent: Susan Simpson

Dear sir/Madam
I write to urge you to protect our beautiful countryside at Uffmoor. Illey, lapal and Hayley Green. You are servants of the public; you represent the residents of Dudley at this time, but also future generations of residents, as when these fields are gone, they are gone for ever.
As professionals I know that you will be looking at not the easy options but the sensible options; use of brown field sites, derelict properties etc.
How can any council uphold its pledge to being environmentally friendly if they choose to destroy ancient and beautiful sites. The responsibility is yours. I ask you to do the right thing.
Thankyou for getting back in touch with me.
My concern is for any future plans for any future plans for development on the periphery of Client Hills, I understand that there are no such plans in the current BCP. However, there has been such concerns in the past and I wanted to guard against that.
I prefer not to be counted as in favour of the BCP; I would rather leave that to the residents near to the existing sites of the plan.

Support

Representation ID: 11238

Received: 11/09/2021

Respondent: Sandra Foxall

Number of people: 2

We support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.

Circa 1989 Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside by the public for informal recreation. They
supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic landscape and ecological significance of each area. The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough boundary and coming under Bromsgrove Council. In doing so they appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm which is the site of a former Anglo-Saxon mill (Notwic Mill).

This countryside, protected by Green Belt designation, is rich in history.
At Lapal and Illey are the remains of Halesowen Abbey which is a Scheduled Ancient
Monument of National Importance.
At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with the historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the mediaeval hamlet of Lutley which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton.
Foxcote, which forms the foreground se ng of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, and historically is linked to it, is archaeologically rich with finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of ancient hunting summer camps and, in part, this explains the wide scatter of historic ‘finds’.

The countryside hereby defined is important to people from far afield and, within the wider landscape, encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a large area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also consider the Hagley Hall Estate which includes a large proportion of Wychbury Hill, the importance of which was acknowledged in the 18th Century by George Lyttelton in his creation of Hagley Park which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies, ‘The Temple of Theseus’ and ‘The Obelisk’, tastefully exploiting the landscape prominence of the hill and the presence of the fort.

The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity asset for the wellbeing of, and enjoyment by, a large population. We personally spend many hours of enjoyment walking in these areas, appreciating their beauty and the fresh air. It would be so simple to
seriously, and hence permanently, damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure.

We would appreciate if you would acknowledge by email receipt of our support.

Support

Representation ID: 11245

Received: 15/09/2021

Respondent: Paul Homer

To Whom it may concern
I support the Councils continued protection of greenbelt in Halesowen, Illey, Lapal, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Foxcote & Lutley.
Preserving our history and landscape is part of our Black Country identity. Preserving our nature and wildlife, is part of our Black Country future, and has never played a more important role in climate change and mental health.
I particularly support the proposed SINC addition to Coombeswood. I'd also encourage adding Ancient Woodland to parts of this site.
Kind Regards

Support

Representation ID: 11246

Received: 15/09/2021

Respondent: Paul Homer

To Whom it may concern
I support the Councils continued protection of greenbelt in Halesowen, Illey, Lapal, Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Foxcote & Lutley.
Preserving our history and landscape is part of our Black Country identity. Preserving our nature and wildlife, is part of our Black Country future, and has never played a more important role in climate change and mental health.
I particularly support the proposed SINC addition to Coombeswood. I'd also encourage adding Ancient Woodland to parts of this site.
Kind Regards

Support

Representation ID: 11251

Received: 11/09/2021

Respondent: DR Michael Lambert

I live close to the Dudley area and write to express my
support for protection of the Green Belt around Halesowen, as expressed in the Black
Country Plan.
I have lived in this area for more than 20 years and have come to greatly appreciate
the natural and historical importance of the areas of Illey, Lapal, Coombeswood,
Hayley Green, Uffmoor, Wychbury Hill, Lutley and Foxcote.
These areas are wonderfully served by a network of footpaths, maintained in
excellent fashion by Dudley Council in partnership with local community groups. The
areas are an integral part of the beauty of Clent Hills, Waseley and areas beyond.
I regularly walk in these areas with my family and have collected most of the relevant
Council leaflets. These have been excellent in helping to find new walks, new views
and increased appreciation of the beauty, wildlife, historical interest and fresh air
available to Dudley residents and others close by.
For all these reasons, I support plans to protect the Green Belt areas around
Halesowen and reject inappropriate development. I would appreciate a reply to this
email, indicating how the Council is working to safeguard these areas for future
generations.

Support

Representation ID: 11253

Received: 13/09/2021

Respondent: mr mark winters

Hello
I would like to make my support known for the Council's descion to protect the
Halesowen greenbelt from development.
Not only has the discovery of some of this land in lockdown helped me with my
mental health , but my physical helath too, as I've walked some of the paths through
it.
Just to walk and see the changing of the seasons , the wildlife and be way from the
city and urban sprawl has been wonderful.
I commend the Councillors and Mr Morris MP for the desire to preserve it. It also acts
as a vital green lung, counter balancing the amount of traffic from the nearby M5 and
Manor Way.
Just the thought of adding more development and traffic to an already clogged up
area would be very alarming.
I hope the Council continues to fight any developement on this precious resource the
public has, but for the moment once again well done in your efforts to keep
developent off it in your Black Country plan.

Support

Representation ID: 11273

Received: 14/09/2021

Respondent: Dr Kim Osman

I support the Council’s continued protection of countryside at Lapal, Illey, Coombeswood,Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review of the Green Belt.
Circa 1989, Dudley Council, following a previous Green Belt review, improved the Public Rights of Way network in these areas, by working in collaboration with local volunteer groups. Following on from that, the Council promoted enjoyment of this countryside, by the public, for informal recreation. They supported the production of walk leaflets explaining the historic, landscape and ecological significance of this countryside.
The Council even contributed £20,000 towards The Woodland Trust purchasing Uffmoor Wood, despite this being just outside the Borough Boundary and coming under Bromsgrove. They appreciated the important relationship between this ancient coppice woodland and neighbouring farmland, including Tack Farm, which is the site of a former Anglow -Saxon Mill. (Notwic Mill).
The countryside protected by Green belt designation is rich in history. At Lapal and Illey there are the remains of Halesowen Abbey, which is a Scheduled Ancient Monument of National Importance. At Lutley we have a Conservation Area associated with historic Lutley Mill and the green lane that links it to the hamlet of Lutley, which was once held by the Canons of Wolverhampton. Foxcote, which forms the setting of the Iron Age Fort on Wychbury Hill, is archaeologically rich with frequent finds of flint arrow heads, flint scrapers, axes and other tools. It was the site of the ancient hunting summer camps, and, in part, this explains the scatter of historic ‘finds’. The countryside is important to people from far afield, and within the wider landscape encompasses the famed and beautiful Clent Hills, a major area of which is owned and managed by the National Trust. We must also remember Hagley Hall and Park, which of couse includes a major proportion of Wychbury Hill, the prominence of which is acknowledged in the 18th century, by George Lyttleton, in the creation of Hagley Park, which is now a Grade 1 Listed Garden. On Wychbury Hill are two significant follies – The Temple of Theseus and The Obelisk, exploiting the landscape dominance of the hill and the presence of the Fort. The whole of this area, including that within Dudley Borough, is of regional importance as an amenity for the welfare of a large population and in its own right is of landscape, historic, ecological and informal recreational importance. It would be so simple to damage the area with inappropriate developments and associated infrastructure. Please acknowledge receipt of this letter,

Support

Representation ID: 11282

Received: 15/09/2021

Respondent: Mrs Julia Mills

I support the councils continued protection of countryside at Lapland, Illey,
Coombeswood, Uffmoor, Hayley Green, Lutley and Foxcote, following a formal review
of the Green Belt. I also believe that no other Green Belt areas in Dudley should be
considered for any development.
During 2020 and part of 2021, our Green Spaces proved invaluable to people both
mentally and physically. The Victorians realised the importance of nature and outdoor
space for the working man and created many parks for people to enjoy. We have
beautiful spaces to enjoy if we lose them now we will never get them back. And that
would be a tragedy! I truly believe that all Dudley’s housing needs can be met by
using Brownfield sites which in turn would create nicer towns.
Please would you acknowledge receipt of this email.

Comment

Representation ID: 11299

Received: 29/09/2021

Respondent: Mrs Usha Kumari-Burns

Using green belt land is an awful idea. There are brown fill sites that should be utilised. Wildlife suffers, well being suffers when there are no open spaces. Green belt land should be protected at all costs.

Comment

Representation ID: 11314

Received: 29/09/2021

Respondent: Councillor Ray Burston

While the 'Green Belt' can never wholly be sacrosanct, there has to be a presumption that it remains off limits for large-scale development - the 'Brownfield First' strategy. Where the release of minor parcels of Green Belt is sanctioned, these should always be offset by offsetting investment in protecting and enhancing neighbouring green spaces for nature conservation and public enjoyment.

Support

Representation ID: 11330

Received: 30/09/2021

Respondent: Miss Holly Harrison

In the spirit of ‘levelling up’ and noting the word limit, there are two specific elements of the plan that I would like to comment on:
1-HOUSING (RELEASE THE GREENBELT!)
Stop the NIMBYism and get building.

Comment

Representation ID: 11341

Received: 30/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Paul Jackson

Following the pandemic should the plan be reviewed anyway as we are seeing many offices closed that could be converted to apartments/flats.We would still have an infrastructure problem but easier to fix than concreting over green belt that would be gone forever

Comment

Representation ID: 11342

Received: 30/09/2021

Respondent: Ms Julia Hawes

It is nonsensical to propose destroying the green belt and in the next breath, talk about enhancing biodiversity.

Comment

Representation ID: 11357

Received: 30/09/2021

Respondent: Mrs Maria Cassidy

These two sites are precious areas of green belt land to the local residents. Not only do they provide areas to walk and exercise, but they also form a distinct boundary of the Dudley Borough. Should these green belt areas become large housing conurbations, it would surely only be a matter of time before South Staffordshire Council would also consider developing on green belt areas up to their boundaries. This would lead to immense areas of green belt that have existed for many hundreds of years being lost to facilitate housing.

Comment

Representation ID: 11396

Received: 01/10/2021

Respondent: Mr Edward Evitt

No more greenfield sites to be used for housing! this is clearly a large area of farmland outside the urban area. Keep it that way!!!