Comment

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3527

Received: 31/03/2019

Respondent: mrs angela baldock

Representation Summary:

Meeting climate change objectives - new developments should be carbon neutral or have donations to carbon offset projects to compensate for the increased carbon affects

Should also include access to nature (not just manicured open spaces) - there is good evidence that access to nature is beneficial for mental health, and this would help to offset costs because of mental health issues

Full text:

Meeting climate change objectives - new developments should be carbon neutral or have donations to carbon offset projects to compensate for the increased carbon affects

Should also include access to nature (not just manicured open spaces) - there is good evidence that access to nature is beneficial for mental health, and this would help to offset costs because of mental health issues