Development Allocations

Object

Representation ID: 14987

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Sandesh Kainth

This email is on behalf of my mother sandesh kainth (attached are the pictures of the form we have received)

My mother would like to object to the proposal of the 85 houses being built on the st lukes sight and does not want them to go ahead as if there are houses there is going to be more traffic in our area and more cars and if bromwynd close is a cut through to cyprus street there will be to many cars coming on our road.

Object

Representation ID: 14998

Received: 10/10/2021

Respondent: Azem Haq

I object for the planning of houses at the St Lukes School on Goldthorn Road I think it should be given to the Royal School instead to build 6th form block and car park if it goes to housing this will cause a lot of traffic and danger to school children cos of why people drive up and down Goldthorn Road its not safe to have housing built there. During school time pick up and drop off it becomes too busy people not driving carefully blocking drives parking on pavements blocking traffic speeding.

Object

Representation ID: 15007

Received: 26/09/2021

Respondent: Ms Jackie Westland

I am writing to express my dismay at the proposal to build houses on the
Wolverhampton Environmental Centre in Smestow Valley.
The area needs this green space. Green spaces are part of the way we can combat
mental health and well being issues.
The creatures need this green space which contains some very endangered animals.
Once their habitat is gone (and I know such creatures are sometimes relocated) it
does not come back and a place for the nature world to thrive is lost forever - it
cannot be reversed.
Please, please stop this plan.

Object

Representation ID: 15008

Received: 26/09/2021

Respondent: Ms Shelia Cooper

In regards to building on WEC
White Oaks Drive Finchfield there are plenty of brown land sites in Wolverhampton
without encroaching on any more green sites Wolverhampton’s green sites have
eroded over the last few years.
The people of Wolverhampton need open spaces there are plenty of other areas.

Object

Representation ID: 15009

Received: 25/09/2021

Respondent: Mr Stephen Brazier

Can I register my disgust and consternation at the proposed plans to build 14
properties on green belt land on Wolverhampton environment centre smestow valley
this is a particularly important refuge for local wildlife I suggest you look elsewhere.

Object

Representation ID: 15010

Received: 25/09/2021

Respondent: Mrs J Nunn

As a resident in the area of the environment centre at Smestow valley, I hereby wish
to record my disgust at the proposal to build 14 luxury houses to the detriment of this
beautiful green area.We do not need any luxury houses. Use brownfield sites to build.
Wolverhampton is pretty built up, leave our green spaces alone!.

Object

Representation ID: 15011

Received: 11/11/2021

Respondent: Ms Kathryn Plant

It has come to my attention that it is proposed that 14 luxury houses are going to be
built on Wolverhampton Environment Centre. During the pandemic Smestow Valley
railway walk and the countryside around it were wonderful to experience. It would be
tragic to lose any of the wonderful areas and I cannot see how creating so few homes
can be justified.
Please reconsider,

Object

Representation ID: 15038

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Mrs Samantha Butler

Number of people: 17

As residents of Bilston in the City of Wolverhampton, past & present, we strongly object to houses being built on this beautiful & valuable green open space, known as the Grapes field. The land is used by residents for walking, exercise, recreation & children's games. In the current stressful world we are living in the open space is is a great place to get out & improve your mental health. There are several plots & maisonettes in the area without gardens who rely upon this green space & who would miss it greatly if taken away.
Losing this precious green space to houses in an area already short of amenity is just not good planning. We recognise the need for new housing in the city but there are many brownfield sites & former industrial buildings which would be far better switched to new housing rather than this Grapes field. We object in the strongest possible terms & ask the Council to protect the space on behalf of the residents of Bilston. We ask that this field is protected from further development & to disengage any allocation of this land to building now or in the future.
We believe building on this area will affect traffic congestion, noise & fumes at an already busy junction & add to parking problems. It will also add pressure to school & doctor services locally.

Object

Representation ID: 15061

Received: 24/09/2021

Respondent: Ms Susan Elbakkali

I am appalled to hear of plans to build 14 luxury homes on the above site.
Smestow Valley is a much loved nature reserve and home to many species both rare
and common.
Please reconsider this plan and leave our wildlife in peace and leave Smestow Valley
to be quietly enjoyed by the countless people who cherish it. That is worth more to us
than 14 luxury homes.

Object

Representation ID: 15092

Received: 10/10/2021

Respondent: Carole Purkiss-Taylor

Table 43; Site WHO 273
Our local community need green space. The area that is left after land was granted to Moseley Park school is well used and needed field for public use. Play, exercise, fishing, dog walking and meeting friends - essential pass-times for people who can not afford to travel to access parks and facilities further away.
Homes may be needed, but small pockets of green spaces have been essential through lockdown for everyones well-being and will continue to do so. Not to mention the wildlife which is clinging on to the little habitat they have left.
Build on disused factory sites instead.

Object

Representation ID: 15094

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Caroline Shee

Document: Black Country Plan
Ref: WOH274 WTNA
Site: WEC Smestow Valley, Wolverhampton
I would like to object to the above named site being included in the Black country Plan
for housing development.
Local Green Importance
I am extremely saddened to see that Wolverhampton Council have chosen to include
this magnificent site in the Black Country Plan consultation. With Wolverhampton
having the lowest available green spaces and biodiversity sites when compared to
Walsall, Dudley and Sandwell, this is a site that we need to preserve for our local City
and its conurbations.
When I was reasearching this site further in order for me to provide my objection I
was thrilled to see that it was mentioned on the Wolverhampton Council's website, the
live link to which I have provided below;
Former WEC site opens as Local Nature Reserve to the public | City Of
Wolverhampton Council
The first statement and opening paragraph reads "The former Wolverhampton
Environment Centre (Central Plant Nursery) has been transformed into a woodland
beauty spot adjoining Smestow Valley Local Nature Reserve (LNR)"
How quickly circumstances can change when land is needed by the council for
housing when there are more appropriate locations where housing needs can be met
in the City. The article goes on to quote the following;
"Improvement works include woodland management, pond management, wildflower
meadow creation, a community garden, new paths throughout to connect the area to the
wider Smestow Valley LNR, new fingerpost signs and new entrances from the disused
railway line pathway into the reserve".
After all the work and money that the council has invested with all the changes the article
notes above that council services and local people have helped to develope, how this site
can be considered for luxury houses confuses me greatly.
I am aware that this site is currently listed as brownfield land due to the nature of the
buildings that were here before when it was the Wolverhampton Environmental
Centre, and Cantral Plant Nurseries. Why was this land never recategorised when the
structures here were demolished given all of the hard work that has gone into
promoting the site and developing it ecologically? Nature can take over any site
where it is needed, and where it needs to thrive and this is exactly the case with this
site. To loose the habitat that has developed on here would be an absolute travesty
and I would like to call on Wolverhampton Council and its Council Leader to listen to
the local people of this area and other local councillors and MP's with a
compassionate and well overdue commitment to a review of the current status of the
WEC from brownfield to greenbelt land.
Local residents and regular visitors love this area and take time to voluntarily keep
this area in the condition to which it is accustomed in order for nature on this site to
thrive, and would like to see it remain and be protected for future generations to
enjoy. By developing this site for housing, would change the visual amenity and
character of this valuable area. Building work and noise will contribute to the loss of
local wildlife which makes its home on and adjacent to this site and the fields and
meadows which surround it. It is a vital corridor that runs through and adjoins the
Smestow Valley Nature Reserve, linking our local green spaces and adding to their
value.
During the last two years, our green spaces have been used and appreciated by
more and more people enjoying nature and wildlife on their doorsteps. We are
extremely lucky in our region not to have to travel too far to find a green space that
we can enjoy. It is vital for mental health and wellbeing, and this site being part of
Smestow Valley Nature Reserve is appreciated by local residents and those from
further afield who travel to this beautiful location.
Destruction of the Local Environment
This vital site has an of array valuable tree's and hedgerows, nature and biodiversity
and it is a site of local importance in nature conservation. The site is quickly
establishing valuable and natural wetland areas that are majorly important for the
development of wildlife habitats. With a site retaining this much moisture in the
ground it would be wholly unsuitable for development and a chosen site for local
housing. Building residential housing on this site will cause a flood risk, which will
affect the drainage of the area and naturally pooling ground water. The vast number
of trees on this site help to contain the water and drain it naturally in certain areas
when needed. By removing these trees removes the drainage points and will be
dangerous to any development proposed on this area.
Local residents and visitors to this site have documented a huge variety of wildlife
species on this site, with some of them noted as being protected.
The pools are currently home a developing colony of Great Crested Newts which are
a strictly protected species in Europe and the UK under the Wildlife and Countryside
Act 1981 and are a priority species under the UK Post 2010 Biodiversity framework.
To destroy their habitat would be against the law in this country and a criminal
offence. There has been a huge decline in this species and its abundance in the last
century, so to have these amazing creatures on the doorstep of our City would give
us as local residents and Wolverhampton Council a huge climate and nature
opportunity to maintain their protection.
However these are not the only species of our local wildlife that are at risk of reduced
numbers, with moths butterflies and bees are seeing a significant decline. The habitat
needed for these species to flourish is everything that this site boasts with perfect
conditions that could enable our city to help increase their numbers.
The Wildlife Trust for Birmingham and the Black Country have recently submitted their
objections for the WEC and advertised them publicly on their website and social
media page.
The Wildlife Trust conclude that site assessment process should not have selected
this site and that it has been identified as a potential site of importance for nature
conservation. They state that local wildlife assessment is required to provide evidence
to inform the Black Country Plan site assessment process. They state that this has
not been undertaken and that therefore they object to the allocation on this basis.
they state that as it adjoins the nature reserve and it being a SINC it has a high
potential for detrimental impact. They also states that access to development would
require vehicle access across a greenway, which conflicts with Policy CSP4 -
Achieving well designated places, and Policy ENV8 - Open spaces, sport and
recreation.
Additional Pressure on Local Facilities
The council may not think 12-14 proposed luxury houses on this site will make a
significant dent in local services and facilities but this could not be further from the
truth. 12-14 additional cars on the road minimum if each property has a minimum of 1
car, adding to increased pollution when the local councils are being asked to commit
to reducing pollution.
It creates an addition 12-14 families in the area to be registered at local GP surgeries
adding pressure to the current community that this site will border when local health
services are massively oversubscribed already at present. The local road
infrastructure is already struggling to cope with high traffic levels around Finchfields
and Whitwick, both in and out of the City centre.
The number of houses suggested for this site are not meeting affordable housing
targets with expensive luxury housing intimated for this specific area. Providing more
"High Value" housing will not solve the problem of lack of affordable or social housing.
Why not invest in more affordable on a larger scale on larger brownfield sites with a
lower biodiverity value that already has the infrastructure available to cope, and not
on high value open green spaces.
Proposals for the future use of the WEC
This amazing for WEC site really is the jewel in the crown of the City of
Wolverhampton. To loose this site would be to loose the natural and biodiversity value
forever.
I would love to see and would support Wolverhampton Council wholeheartedly to
achieve a registered changed of use as a Visitor Centre. With climate change a major
topic on many councils and the county's lips at the moment we need to teach our
future generations about the value of nature, its place in our community and help
them to look after it as custodians for the future.
Dudley Council stepped in 2 years ago to provide Saltwell's Nature Reserve in Dudley
Wood with funding to provide a wonderful cost effective and eco friendly visitor centre
where local school children can go to take part in activities and obtain a better
knowledge and understanding of the world and its wildlife around them. Part of their
site was also at risk of a luxury housing development but Dudley Council, with the full
support of its Councillors and the local community, did the right thing and brought
previously sold land back to enhance their site and add to its value, with it being
awarded Black Country Geopark status not long afterwards. The WEC site would be
absolutely perfect for our area to have a Visitor Centre nd a Black Country Geopark
status all of its own where local primary school children and their families can come to
take part in local nature activities and fully enjoy this dynamic area.
It would help to provide the site, Smestow Valley and The Wildlife Trust for
Birmingham and the Black Country who support the nature reserve, with an army of
volunteers to maintain the site and learn more about habitat and wildlife management.
It would give the opportunity for courses to be provided for local residents and Local
families and children to take part in that could help to raise funds to help fund the
upkeep of the site. A visitor centre would provide the nature area with an undercover
location for larger local community events to be held.
We need to invest in our amazing City and its strengths and I see the former
Wolverhampton Environmental Centre as the perfect place for Wolverhampton
Council to pledge its allegiance to nature conservation and climate change that will
affect our local environment in the years to come. I would love to see this site and the
nature reserve that it supports with National
thank you for considering by objection.
Kind regards,
Caroline Shee

Object

Representation ID: 15098

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Mrs Carol Hollington

I would like to state my objection to the plans for housing development on Moseley Road green site. The area of land is a well used piece of green land. I know this as I live right opposite this beautiful piece of shared green space. My husband has lived in the area all his life and myself have used the space for over 30 years. The space is used daily by all walks of life - walkers, fishermen and most of all a very lovely space for families to meet and socialise. I have no objection to providing housing for those who need, but before developing land which is so precious and utilised, surely maximising the use of housing we have should be a priority. The loss of green outdoor space on the Moseley Rd would once again reduce the exposure of all generations to the beautiful space we have. The spaces beauty changes through the seasons and provides real opportunities to learn children about nature and wildlife. We did this ourselves with our own children.
I strongly object to the utilisation of the Moseley Rd space. Please leave this land alone to continue to provide beautiful green space for generations to come.

Object

Representation ID: 15218

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Sarah Nickless

I object to the housing on the WEC
the Black Country Plan - page 608, ref WOH274 WTNA,
WEC Smestow Valley, Wolverhampton.

The nature reserve is one of the only remaining natural places in the area
•available for the public to roam.
•Essential to maintaining mental health
•Allowing nature to thrive
•Biodiversity
•Wetland
•Orchids and hundreds of other wild species of pants
•provides a corridor into the city for people, wild plants and animals
•an opportunity to use as a foundation for further work within Wolverhampton to ensure cleaner air, open spaces, tree planting, rewilding
The WEC is not brownfield

Object

Representation ID: 15560

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Miss Sharne Hales

Page 608 WOH274 WTNA WEC Smestow Valley, Wolverhampton

The reserve is our out going place for peace & quiet and for families to enjoy walking with their children & dog walkers. Putting house on would totally disrupt residents our a lovely nature reserve.

Object

Representation ID: 15690

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Christopher Dalton

Site 350C - 350D - Radford Lane
Site 494A - 494B - Springhill Lane
Site 582 - Langley Road

I am writing to object to the proposed plan to build 1496 new houses on greenbelt land. This land is to ensure urban spread is contained, and the fact it is being considered for building is against every principle of why it was designated Greenbelt in the first instance. It is also deplorable that the land is under South Staffs, and they will be taking rates from the residents, but Wolverhampton will be providing the facilities for them to us, i.e. schools, doctors, dentists etc. All of which are full at this time without adding any other numbers! In stating the above the traffic currently through the Merry Hill centre at school times is terrible, the roads bearly cope as they are, let alone with additional traffic, I cannot see how this can be improved. There is already an accident waiting to happen and may involve school children as there are four schools feeding into the centre at this time.
To allow the building of these houses would be irresponsible, it is Greenbelt!,

Object

Representation ID: 15721

Received: 09/10/2021

Respondent: Claire Shepherd

Ref WOH274 WTNA WEC Smestow Valley Wolverhampton

The WEC and Smestow valley nature reserve are important areas for Wolverhampton. They provide a much used space for people to exercise and get away from it all, especially with the move towards more people working from home they provide a much needed escape from everything and great boost to health and well-being. Building on this site would spoil that and take away some of the beautiful wildness of the space. The road that would need to be created for the new houses also crosses a key access point to the railway walk which would increase traffic and pollution in the area and be a danger to the children who currently enjoy the open space.

The space also provide important habitat for a wide variety of species including great crested newts and various bats which if destroyed by building would be a great loss for the local area. if we allow building in this area now, where will it stop? I have concerns that it would open up the way for other areas of the Smestow Valley nature reserve to be built on in the future.

Building in the area would also put additional strain on the local infrastructure and recently it took me 200 redial attempts to get through to our local doctors surgery to book an appointment for my daughter.


In light of Brexit and the changes to the demographic this is bringing about, should the whole Black country plan not be reconsidered?

Support

Representation ID: 15817

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Oxley Park Golf Club

Re: Wolverhampton Housing Allocations on Oxley Park Golf Course.
Site References: WOH261,268,269,270 / WTNH
Oxley Park Golf Club has proposed these 4 small sites for allocation for housing in the BCP. In considering the merits of these sites, the following must be born in mind:
1. The 4 small sites in total amount to 1% of the total open green belt land managed by the Club, the rest of which we wish to remain under green belt protection. So the proposal is very modest.
2. The generation of revenue from the release of 1% of our land for development is critical to the ability of the club to continue as a viable business in the long term over the plan period until 2039. The critical question to be asked is: "Does releasing this land for potential development improve the prospect of the remaining 99% of the Golf Club's land continuing under it's present beneficial use for the environment, amenity value and jobs?" The answer is clearly "Yes".
3. Golf club finances are generally precarious. The long term survival of the club cannot be taken for granted. The Club has been loss making over the past 3 years with net current assets now down to zero save for a temporary Government-backed Covid loan which has to be repaid within 5 years. New inflationary pressures on wages, fuel etc will only exacerbate the situation. Oxley Park is owned by its individual members and does not have the deep financial pockets of a private owner to fall back on. Two other courses clubs close to the Wolverhampton area have closed in the past two years (Patsull Park GC and Bramhall GC), a third appears close to closure (Worfield GC) and another was recently saved only by selling a small plot for housing development (Dudley GC).
4. The Club's land has been subject to an environmental survey which confirmed that there was ample scope for mitigation for green belt loss to be provided on the remaining 99% of land it owns. The whole course was recommended for SLINC status. The existing environmental benefits of the whole course and adjoining land owned by the Club would be under threat in the long term from development if the Club was forced to cease trading. The whole of two closed former golf courses - Bramhall in Sandwell and Reedswood in Walsall - are now proposed for housing development within the new BCP. The same fate must not befall a closed Oxley Park in a future BCP and the release of a minimal amount of land for future housing is proposed only to avert the prospect.
5. The wider course also has amenity value to the several thousand annual visitors and members who play golf on the course and enjoy access to a "green oasis" in the heart of Wolverhampton. Over 20 people also have jobs at the Club, maintaining the course or in the clubhouse and shop. Again this would be lost if the course closed in the future.

Object

Representation ID: 15917

Received: 25/09/2021

Respondent: Joyce Vials

Development in the Smestow Valley - I am appalled by the council have no thought for the wildlife being decimated by
overpopulation of our country.
No thought is given to the infrastructure in this country. Overcrowded schools,
reduced water in hot summers.
Increased pollution from transport.
Inability of increasing poverty which means only the wealthy can afford luxury houses.
What about brownfield sites instead of using the small countryside areas.

Object

Representation ID: 15918

Received: 25/09/2021

Respondent: Michael Rees

Site WOH274 - I want to make clear my objections to this proposed development on a nature reserve,
Absolutely disgraceful to even consider this.
There are plenty of undeveloped and run down sites that need development.
Building luxury house's in the middle of a nature reserve and destroy the habitat of some rare and
endangered species is disgusting so the more wealthy can have a nice view ?
I want my objections noted that I amongst others strongly object.

Object

Representation ID: 15932

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Sue Carr

The WEC is part of the only remaining natural places in the area •available for the public to roam.
•Essential to maintaining mental health
•Allowing nature to thrive
•Biodiversity
•Wetland
•Orchids and hundreds of other wild species of pants
•provides a corridor into the city for people, wild plants and animals
•an opportunity to use as a foundation for further work within Wolverhampton to ensure cleaner air,
open spaces, tree planting, rewilding
The WEC is not brownfield

I object to the housing on the WEC
the Black Country Plan - page 608, ref WOH274 WTNA,
WEC Smestow Valley, Wolverhampton.

Object

Representation ID: 15969

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Darren Perkins

I have lived in [location disclosed] for over 20 years, the rear of our property backs onto the corner of [location]. The view from our upstairs windows is a beautiful vista of fields, your proposal will have row after row of house, this will not only spoil the view by create what is already a busy junction into an even busier one with increased traffic volume and noise levels. There are numerous brownfield sites across the Black Country that are more suitable instead of stripping what little beautiful areas of green belt we have left in our city. No consideration has been given to the local countryside including the wildlife which from what I'm led to believe is on the increase but your plans seem to ant to reverse this. I'm sure none of what I have said will make any difference as the wheels are already in motion including running a new electric supply to the new area.

Comment

Representation ID: 16026

Received: 07/10/2021

Respondent: David Egan

I object to the. building of houses on the grapes pool field,this open space has been used for years by the local people and so it should continue, green space is being swollowed up by housing, eventually there will be none left.

Object

Representation ID: 16032

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: David Guest

I am writing to express my objection to the building of houses at the WEC being included in the Black Country Development Plan, reference : WOH274 WTNA, on the following grounds:
First of all, I acknowledge the need for social housing at an affordable cost for first time buyers. I am quite certain, however, that the 14 houses proposed will not come in the price range of the average first time buyer. Furthermore, I am reminded of the ruling Labour party’s commitment in its recent election manifesto ‘to protect our green spaces from greedy developers’. If the council cannot protect this most iconic of green spaces within Wolverhampton, then its claims to be making Wolverhampton into a ‘green city’ lose all credibility.
I am also aware that there has been some controversy as to whether the proposed site is considered a green or brown field site. Regardless of any legal niceties the clue is in the name ‘Wolverhampton Environment Centre’. Should this ever go to a judicial review (which I sincerely hope it never does) then a judge may ask what the average man or woman in the street would think; I have yet to meet anyone who does not believe it to be green field site.
Unfortunately, the proposed site occupies what is arguably the most environmentally rich area in the whole nature reserve. There is a reason why the area is so regularly visited by photographers taking pictures of the rare plants that grow there, which are in turn visited by butterflies, bees and other insects; it is also visited by many migrating birds, encouraged by the success of the excellent Blue Route; on autumn evenings it is visited by ‘Brum Bats’ recording the many species of bats that are found here; Then, of course there are the great crested newts that we know spend their winters here.
Now more than ever we know how important it is for our mental health to re-connect with the natural world. It is much easier to give the site a monetary value for ‘greedy developers’ than it is to give it an intrinsic value for our mental health, but the thousands of people using the reserve, particularly during lock downs, are only too aware of its value and many, I am sure, would otherwise have been further burdening the much-beleaguered NHS.
I know that there are people, including some councillors, who think that it is only wealthy nimby residents of Tettenhall who are objecting. This is not true. The reserve is for the benefit of all of Wolverhampton’s residents. When I stop to talk to people in the reserve they are just as likely to have come from Wednesfield, Bushbury or Bilston as they are to have come from Tettenhall. And by far the greatest users of the group are from the old council estates of Castlecroft that boarder much of the reserve. It is a sad fact is that I have met people from Tettenhall in the last month who have only just discovered that the reserve exists. Could the council do more to promote the reserve along with its many benefits?
It is also with some sadness that, despite visiting the reserve at all times of the day, the only schools I have seen using the reserve are St Peter’s and St Edmond’s for a charity walk. As well as ecological studies the reserve is now a geo-park; it also has historical significance ranging from the Battle of Tettenhall/Wednesfield up to the building of the canals and railways and even the role of the WEC itself in developing the city's wonderful parks.
If the council is determined to build on the site, may I suggest an information centre staffed by experts, including volunteers, who can liaise with schools and bring more children into the reserve, thus complementing the excellent work done by Wildside. As someone who taught in Wolverhampton for over 40 years, I have seen the transformative effect of bringing children into contact with the natural world. The reserve offers the opportunity to provide a lasting legacy for this and future generations of the city’s children. At a time when there is a crisis in the mental health of children it is a moral imperative that we do all we can to alleviate this crisis.
I am also a life member and coach at Wolverhampton & Bilston Athletic Club. The old railway track has been a wonderful asset in offering children a safe place to run away from the dangers of traffic and their fumes. Apart from the dangers imposed by construction traffic, once completed the houses would generate a surprising amount of traffic in their own right once the number of service and delivery vehicles are added into the mix.
You may be aware that in a recent national poll, the track was voted in the top 10 former railway trails in the country – quite an accolade when one considers that the Beeching cuts fell most heavily on rural lines. At a time when government and local councils are encouraging cycling, then having one of the best cycle routes in the country is an asset in which Wolverhampton can take great pride. At weekends it is a delight to see families cycling together in freedom and safety. It cannot be right to do anything which would be detrimental to this asset which shows Wolverhampton in such a positive light.
In conclusion, I cannot emphasise enough the benefits which the reserve has for our mental health; conversely, I cannot over-emphasise enough the mental anguish the proposed development would bring to so many Wolverhampton residents.

David Guest

Object

Representation ID: 16110

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Mrs Susan Beck

This is a fantastic view point overlooking hills and fields. An important area for wildlife. I have seen deer over this field!

Vicarage Road Conservation area
Proposal to remove the field area opposite Penn Hall from the conservation area

Go to:- https://consultation.wolverhampton.gov.uk/planning/draft-conservation-area-plans/

It doesn"t make sense to remove an area that enhances the conservation area

The views towards the hills at that point could potentially be lost The area is a wildlife corridor
What were the reasons why this field was included in the first place and why they no longer apply

Prior to Covid plans were submitted to the Council for housing involving this field. Could this be the reason and if so is this not the thin end of a wedge to extend housing further.

Object

Representation ID: 16117

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Mrs Christine Pearson

WOH274 Wolverhampton Environment Centre, Westacre Crescent WTNA
I have been shocked to hear that the Council is intending to build 14 houses on the Smestow Nature Reserve which is public land! This Reserve was in the top 10 noted nature walks in Britain.
What does this say as Wolverhampton endeavours to become a CITY OF CULTURE!
I object very strongly to the 'CARBUNCLE' being built in a place of beauty - a special area for natures flora and forna to survive and flourish.
You should read the 2020 Sunday Times Bestseller Book - "The Book of Trespass" by Nick Hayner.
THERE ARE MORE IMPORTANT THINGS IN LIFE THAN MONEY
[photo provided].

Object

Representation ID: 16142

Received: 27/09/2021

Respondent: Mary Beddows

Wolverhampton Environmental Centre ref WOH274 WTNA

Hi I am contacting you to oppose the housing development at the Wolverhampton Environmental Centre in the middle of Smestow Valley

Object

Representation ID: 16152

Received: 10/10/2021

Respondent: Mr Christopher Allen

[Site Refs: WOH265 & 266]

Ref, WEC Smestow Valley Park Wolverhampton.
Black Country Plan
Page 608, Ref WOH274 WTNA.
I am sending my objections for the plans to build on the WEC Smestow Valley Wolverhampton.
This area is used and enjoyed by people from the local area and further afield, it is a beautiful tranquil place full of native wildlife all I have enjoyed during a very difficult time.
[Sensitive information redacted] my visits and walks in this space have supported my mental and physical health and wellbeing throughout my illness. I know from my many conversations with people who visit the WEC that it has also helped them.
I feel privileged to have this place in Wolverhampton, linked to the railway walk it is the only place like it in
Wolverhampton,
I believe we should celebrate and strive to preserve our green spaces not try to squeeze high priced houses into a small area for short term small financial gain.
13 houses will create at least 26 cars, rubbish and waste management, noise and light pollution this will have a high detrimental impact on the surrounding areas.
I would ask for very serious reconsidering regarding building on this area, I would invite all those responsible for granting permission for building to visit this space and not just sit with a line drawn on a map, the WEC is an important space for many many people and a signature on planning permission would see it gone forever
I thoroughly and totally object to any building on this land and hope common sense will shine through, it is a small plot of land that means a large amount to many people

Object

Representation ID: 16158

Received: 25/09/2021

Respondent: Shobha Motwani

Objection to building new luxury houses need green space and protect endangered species.

Object

Representation ID: 16160

Received: 25/09/2021

Respondent: Linda Curtis

I am writing to register my objection to 14 houses being built on greenfield land namely a Smethstow nature reserve in Wolverhampton.
We have too few green spaces in Wolverhampton where wildlife and plants can thrive and people can enjoy walking away from traffic.
Wolverhampton has plenty of brownfield sites that would benefit local areas by being developed. For instance the old eye hospital on Compton road and the site of Strikers Bowling Club next to the council recycling site on Showell Rd to name just 2. Both these sites are eyesores and have become dumping grounds for rubbish.
I thought Andy Street said that his aim was to work with all councils in the West Midlands to develop brownfield sites and avoid developing any more greenfield sites

Object

Representation ID: 16165

Received: 27/09/2021

Respondent: Helen Wright

WOH274 WTBA [Wolverhampton Environment Centre]

Please record my objection to the above crazy idea to build 14 luxury houses REALLY This area is the home to a range of rare creatures We do not need luxury houses if so where is the proof!
Thank you