A - Dudley

Object

Representation ID: 11862

Received: 10/10/2021

Respondent: Mrs Carolyn Ball

Page 79 The Triangle SA-0025-DUD
This is and has been green belt for many years, green belt ‘s are designed as a buffer between urban & rural land, separating town & country & preserving land where environmental condition can be improved and conservation improved so WHY when we are being told globally about the perils of not looking after our environment are precious areas such as the triangle been taken for housing when there are so many brown sites locally.
In addition this area already has many house building projects with hundreds of new houses where is the infrastructure improvements

Object

Representation ID: 12823

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Mrs Angela Hartill

Dudley Appendix A Pages 75-78, Holbeache SA-0017 DUD

Extra pressure on roads, doctors, dentists, schools, hospitals, fire, police. Air pollution (I am asthmatic). Green belt going and along with wildlife.

Object

Representation ID: 13113

Received: 22/09/2021

Respondent: George Dallaway

As a 26 year old living in Sedgley, I understand Dudley and the surrounding area needs more affordable housing. But changing the status of greenbelt sites like Moden Hill East is not the answer.

Building 24 executive homes on a Site of Local importance to Nature Conservation (SLINC) within a Landscape Heritage Area and designated Wildlife Consultation Area, is an act of vandalism and will not increase the affordable housing stock.

The government and local authority might insist their policy is brown field first. But house builders will always put profit above all else and if greenfield land is made available that is where they will want to build.

The Black Country Authorities should be encouraging builders to use the money made available by the West Midlands Mayor to clean up brown field sites and build housing that will help young people get on the property ladder.

It's time to stop talking about climate change and start doing something about it. Green field sites like Moden Hill East should be protected at all costs and wherever possible rewilded.

What is the point of having local biodiversity plans if we don't stick to them? Giving House builders permission to build on green sites on the condition they reserve some of the land for recreation doesn't make sense. Children's playgrounds and skate parks are not good for the environment or biodiversity.

Object

Representation ID: 13140

Received: 22/09/2021

Respondent: Keith Dallaway

Both Central and Local government have made clear that they are committed to taking action against Climate Change. Making green belt land available for development (even if that development is many years in the future) is not in keeping with this commitment or in keeping with local biodiversity action plans for safeguarding nature conservation.

Vegetation acts as a carbon sink and soil one of the most important natural carbon sinks on the planet. Building on this previously undeveloped land will compromise the carbon storage capacity of the natural environment.

Moden Hill East is a designated Site of Local importance to Nature Conservation (SLINC) within a Landscape Heritage Area and designated Wildlife Consultation Area. The Black Country Core Strategy limits development on these sites (ENV1 Nature conservation and ENV2 Historic character and local distinctiveness) to protect the local environment and promote biodiversity.

Moden Hill East is an important habitat for birds, insects and small mammals. It is also home to at least one .

Building 24 executive homes will not increase the amount of affordable housing available in the local area. It will add more cars to our already congested roads and place even greater pressure on local services, including schools and doctors surgeries.

It also goes against the Governments Green Belt policy, which is to prevent urban sprawl and keep land permanently open to the public. There are plenty of brown field sites throughout the area covered by the Black Country Plan and money has been made available by the West Midlands Mayor, Andy Street, to help fund clean up costs.

Object

Representation ID: 13720

Received: 26/09/2021

Respondent: Mrs Dawn Dallaway

Page 666, Appendix A4 - Alteration to nature conservation designations in Dudley. Minor reduction to the existing boundaries of the following designated SLINC: Moden Hill East

I strongly object to any plans to remove Moden Hill East greenbelt status. This land is a designated Site of Local importance to Nature Conservation (SLINC) within a Landscape Heritage Area and designated Wildlife Consultation Area. The Black Country Core Strategy limits development on these kind of sites (ENV1 Nature conservation and ENV2 Historic character and local distinctiveness) for many good reasons.

With more and more households in Sedgley choosing to concrete over their gardens and replace lawns with artificial grass, protecting green spaces like Moden Hill East is vital to maintaining biodiversity, which local and national government claim to be committed to.

Moden Hill East is [text redacted]. We also regularly see bats around Catholic Lane. I don't know what type they are, but all 18 UK species are protected. Even if these bats don't live on the site in question, it provides a vital habitat for the insects that they prey on.

Moden Hill East is also an important recreational space for local people with public rights of way allowing families to enjoy the countryside without having to drive to get there.

Building 24 executive homes will have no real benefits in terms of providing affordable housing and it will add to congestion on Sedgley's roads and place even greater on local services.

Finally, removing Moden Hill Easts greenbelt status goes against the Black Country Core Strategy, which absolutely limits developments on ENV1 and ENV2 sites and against local biodiversity plans that are in place to safeguard nature conservation.

Object

Representation ID: 14799

Received: 10/10/2021

Respondent: Andrew Bentley

SLINC: Moden Hill East
I wish for this planning proposal to be rejected.
As the land proposed for the site is a haven for local wildlife to include:
- 2 fox den
Buzzards regularly use the clearing to hunt. Also the large trees around the site offer fantastic coverage to their off spring each year.
Alongside the above monkeys have also been seen grazing and using the bramble as cover when moving through the day.
I truly believe developing this site would mean denying the natural habitat for a rich ecosystem.

Object

Representation ID: 15068

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Mr Samuel Hadley

This area is a site of local importance for nature conservation. It is awash with wildlife, foxes, birds (a yellow wagtail this yr), pheasants; people keep horses both these friendly. A variety of old trees & hedgerows - which give it a feel of the country.
Leave the green belt alone!! Build on brownfield sites as mandated by Mr Johnson's government.
24 houses in an already crowded area - not a good idea - schools, Drs, dentists are already at capacity in the area. Roads are congested - in a bad state of repair!!
Also - biodiversity - we are supposed to be paramont - This greeney is well established - leave it alone!

Object

Representation ID: 15823

Received: 07/10/2021

Respondent: Constance Mary Clark

Appendix A4 - Page 666
The development proposed will be effecting the area of outstanding natural beauty being next to the Cotwall End Nature Reserve. Its important to keep these fringes for our wildlife in the valley. Which is on the edge of how congested sedgley through more traffic using this as a bypass to other areas of the Black Country. The schools and Drs in Sedgley are I'm told full to capacity so will be unable to give adequate service.

Object

Representation ID: 17408

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Mrs Joyce Isherwood

Page 666 Appendix A4 - Alteration to nature conservation designations in Dudley. Minor reduction to the existing boundaries of the following SLINC: Moden Hill East.

I wish to object to the proposal for using designated green belt land for housing on Viewfield Crescent.

For many years I have walked over the site using the approved footpath running from Catholic Lane to Snowdon Rise and other footpaths on the hillside. There is abundant wildlife.

I would hate to see our historic greenbelt disappear denying my grandchildren from enjoying this as there won't be much left in the future if plans go ahead.

I am aware that there are many brownfield sites that can be used instead and many empty uninhabited houses.

Object

Representation ID: 17409

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Mrs Joyce Isherwood

Page 666 Appendix A4 - Alteration to nature conservation designations in Dudley. Minor reduction to the existing boundaries of the following SLINC: Moden Hill East.

I wish to object to the proposal for using designated green belt land for housing on Viewfield Crescent.

For many years I have walked over the site using the approved footpath running from Catholic Lane to Snowdon Rise and other footpaths on the hillside. There is abundant wildlife

I would hate to see our historic greenbelt disappear denying my grandchildren from enjoying this as there won't be much left in the future if plans go ahead.

I am aware that there are many brownfield sites that can be used instead and many empty uninhabited houses.

Object

Representation ID: 17607

Received: 07/10/2021

Respondent: Jeremy Clark

Appendix A4 - Alteration to nature conservation designations in Dudley. Minor reduction to the existing boundaries of the following designated SLINC: Moden Hill East
Area is adjacent to Cotwell End Valley Nature Reserve & development of green belt will impinge on wildlife in area and general aspect of valley,
Sedgley area is already traffic congested and air pollution is a severe problem at times, we need the green belt to alleviate this as much as possible.

Object

Representation ID: 17870

Received: 11/10/2021

Respondent: Mrs Patricia Wolverson

Page 666, Appendix A4 - Alteration to nature conservation designations in Dudley. Minor reduction to the existing boundaries of the following designated SLINC: Moden Hill East

I would like to register my objection to removing the land adjoining Viewfield Crescent from green belt status.
There are several things to be considered including the fact that the area falls within the Landscape Heritage Area and Wildlife Consultation Area.
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Another major concern is the wildlife which has made its life there. [information about species has been removed to safeguard them] [some of these] have been there from my knowledge for 60 years at least. [further species information removed] We must also not forget the squirrels and the beautiful birds that have made their homes in the area. We should all be protecting the environment for the future not destroying it with buildings.

Comment

Representation ID: 19225

Received: 10/10/2021

Respondent: Mr Robert Bevan-Jones

Title of document: Draft Black Country Plan To which part of document: 1: Sub-Areas
and Site Allocations, A. Dudley

Nature of comment: ‘Objection’

Objection to The Three Fields, Norton, DY8 3LS not receiving a Local Green Space
Designation (site ID 10511 as it appears in the Site Assessment Report, section A-6:
Sites Assessed for Local Green Space, from p. 534).
This is a comment on an unallocated site.
While I support the non-allocation of the Three Fields, Norton (site reference SA0076-DUD as it appears in Appendix A:Dudley) in the Draft Local Plan and its
continued protection under green belt designation, I believe that due to the pressure
on local authorities to release green belt land for development, sites which have
particular significance and importance to the local community should be identified and
protected by the additional designation of Local Green Space.
Three Fields meets criteria for the designation of Local Green Space.
It meets all of Part A criteria, including being ‘local in character’
and being in ‘close proximity to the community it serves’ (NPPF). The site is
“demonstrably special to the local community”, as evidenced by the supporting
evidence submitted alongside the original LGS application. The site is extensively
used by the local community, is important to residents of all ages and from all groups,
regarded as a tremendous community amenity seen as adding value to the local

area, important for maintaining community spirit, and an asset that should be passed
on to future generations.
The site has been assessed as meeting two of the Part B criteria (Beauty and
Recreation) and therefore meets national criteria for a Local Green Space. Beauty:
The site is visually attractive, offers magnificent panoramic views, and contributes to
local identity, character of the area and a sense of place. Recreational value: The site
has been used for informal recreation for over 50 years, is popular with walkers,
cyclists, and those using the site as a ‘green gym’. It forms part of a wider green
corridor and offers walkers access to the wider countryside. It is used by dog walkers,
and encourages a ‘sense of community’ amongst the socially isolated. It is very
popular with children, for informal recreation, games, and nature study. The site has
been used in the past for organised social activities and could be used again for
similar activities as well as by local schools and community groups in activities related
to the local natural environment.
The Site Assessment summary for this site quotes the NPPF; “if land is already
protected by Greenbelt Policy then consideration should be given to whether any
additional local benefits would be gained by designations as local green space”, and
suggests that since the site is green belt, “there would not be any additional local
benefits” in designating the site a LGS (p. 537 of Appendix A).
However, Government guidance on LGS designation states that even within green
belts a LGS designation can “help to identify areas that are of particular importance to
the local community” (“Open space, sports and recreation facilities, public rights of
way and local green space”, HMG 2014, Para: 010). Green Belt designation itself
does not recognise any additional value to the local community which a site may have
above the five stated purposes of the green belt. Specifically, “green belts do not
recognise… the community value of land”
(Neighbourhood Planning, 2019, para.134). Given the ever-growing pressure exerted
on local authorities to release Green Belt sites for development, a LGS designation
would demonstrate the importance of this site to the local community and its local
significance beyond that of being simply ‘green belt’. This site should therefore be
granted a Local Green Space designation.
Tranquillity: This site should be protected under Policy GB1 (4) on protecting tranquil
areas. The site is experienced as a natural space, and is described by visitors as a
‘piece of the countryside’. It is often possible to observe and listen to the sounds of
farm animals in adjacent fields. It is possible to enjoy sunrise and sunsets, and
because of Dark Skies, the stars at night. There are extensive views over local
countryside, fields, woodland and distant hills. The dominant soundscape is that of
birdsong. The NPPF states that planning policies should “identify and protect tranquil
areas which have remained relatively undisturbed by noise and are prized for their
recreational and amenity value for this reason” (NPPF 2019, para 180(b)). The
government guidelines on what constitutes a tranquil place is that it is “relatively
undisturbed by noise from human sources that undermine the intrinsic character of
the area” with a positive soundscape for e.g. of birdsong. (“Guidance: Noise”, HMG
2019, para. 8).
Designations: The site has mature hedgerows which should be surveyed.
Other hedgerows in the locality recently received SLINC protection (Racecourse Lane
SLINC, Norton).

Object

Representation ID: 22121

Received: 21/09/2021

Respondent: Michael Garbett

I have ALREADY used your online portal
Main points of objection
1. new places at doctors for new residents - imposable
2. new places at schools for new children - imposable
3. extra traffic to Ridgeway, Holloway, Moden Hill
[details of wildlife redacted]
5. more green belt land to be lost
6. voters around this area will REMEMBER councillors names who vote for this plan for Veiwfield Crescent to be passed and who NOT TO VOTE FOR at next local elections.
STRONGLY OBJECTNG