Comment

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3525

Received: 31/03/2019

Respondent: mrs angela baldock

Representation Summary:

The statement about open spaces should be about enhancing open spaces for wildlife.

Due to the increased population in Southend, all open spaces are being over utilised to the detriment of wildlife. Not all open spaces are equal, and there should be a recognition that some areas such at Gunners Park are on a key migration route due to it's position and needs to be enhanced to off set the impact of the increased usage due to the additional housing.

Full text:

The statement about open spaces should be about enhancing open spaces for wildlife.

Due to the increased population in Southend, all open spaces are being over utilised to the detriment of wildlife. Not all open spaces are equal, and there should be a recognition that some areas such at Gunners Park are on a key migration route due to it's position and needs to be enhanced to off set the impact of the increased usage due to the additional housing.