Comment

Representation ID: 902

Received: 20/08/2010

Respondent: DPP

16. Do you agree with the suggested option?
The suggested option is comprehensive in its coverage taking the energy hierarchy as its basis whereby efficiency is promoted as the starting point. However it has a bias towards the reduction of energy rather than carbon reduction methods and as such is not in line with the national sustainable policy objectives. In addition, it is felt that a greater importance and weight should be
given to this section within the guidelines. This will provide a much clearer and coherent sustainable energy policy throughout the region as a whole and ensure that prospective developments in Southend are as energy efficient as possible.
The achievement of the Code for Sustainable Homes and BREEAM Excellent are feasible in general circumstances. However, where exceptions occur and are explained, meaning these targets cannot be achieved, must not be allowed to prejudice the submission. Guidance on the requirements and stages to meet these requirements will also be necessary.