2.3 Allow housing development on land not currently built on, such as agricultural land, open space (excluding parks & coastline) & land at Fossetts Farm? What sites do you think should be identified

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Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 2957

Received: 11/02/2019

Respondent: Ms Patricia Ryan

Representation Summary:

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Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 2993

Received: 21/02/2019

Respondent: Mr Joseph Raven

Representation Summary:

As long as a level of local employment is ensured any areas can be re-developed

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As long as a level of local employment is ensured any areas can be re-developed

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3040

Received: 22/02/2019

Respondent: Mrs Karen Finn

Representation Summary:

I support this suggestion to a degree. It is inevitable that we will need to use SOME existing agricultural land for building use in the future - we don’t have the ability to do otherwise to meet demand. But the council needs to be very selective about the land it identifies.

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I support this suggestion to a degree. It is inevitable that we will need to use SOME existing agricultural land for building use in the future - we don’t have the ability to do otherwise to meet demand. But the council needs to be very selective about the land it identifies.

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3074

Received: 01/03/2019

Respondent: Mr Murray Foster

Representation Summary:

green areas bordering over into Rochford - north east edge of Southend urban area. BUT BUT transport connectivity has to be front loaded and not just to accommodate cars
If tidal issues could be controlled then houseboats in appropriate locations

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green areas bordering over into Rochford - north east edge of Southend urban area. BUT BUT transport connectivity has to be front loaded and not just to accommodate cars
If tidal issues could be controlled then houseboats in appropriate locations

Object

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3123

Received: 03/03/2019

Respondent: Mr Neil Hampson

Representation Summary:

No development on green belt land or agricultural land

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No development on green belt land or agricultural land

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3166

Received: 06/03/2019

Respondent: Mr Luca di-Maio

Representation Summary:

This is another crucial area for development, to develop Southend out as a town, open more areas for commercial and transport ventures as well as independent business. Mainly Fossetts Farm which many residents know as the prospective site for Southend United Football Clubs new stadium, I think is crucial if the outer development is to work. The complex to go on the edge of the town would be extremely important as the heart of the new development area, being key to attracting new tourists, new residents looking for work, and putting Southend more prominently on the map.

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This is another crucial area for development, to develop Southend out as a town, open more areas for commercial and transport ventures as well as independent business. Mainly Fossetts Farm which many residents know as the prospective site for Southend United Football Clubs new stadium, I think is crucial if the outer development is to work. The complex to go on the edge of the town would be extremely important as the heart of the new development area, being key to attracting new tourists, new residents looking for work, and putting Southend more prominently on the map.

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3178

Received: 08/03/2019

Respondent: Thorpe Bay Estate Company Ltd

Representation Summary:

It is clear that housing need can only be met by releasing some green belt sites. Some at Fossetts Farm is suitable as is land to the north of Bournes Green Chase which is situated on the A13. Redevelopment of existing sport facilities should be avoided to retain leisure amenities.

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It is clear that housing need can only be met by releasing some green belt sites. Some at Fossetts Farm is suitable as is land to the north of Bournes Green Chase which is situated on the A13. Redevelopment of existing sport facilities should be avoided to retain leisure amenities.

Object

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3219

Received: 11/03/2019

Respondent: Mr Nicholas Smith

Representation Summary:

With the exception of Fossets farm, which has already had infrastructure put in, we should conserve our agricultural land which is a key aspect to living in areas such as Barling and Wakering.

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With the exception of Fossets farm, which has already had infrastructure put in, we should conserve our agricultural land which is a key aspect to living in areas such as Barling and Wakering.

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3286

Received: 13/03/2019

Respondent: Southend Borough Council - Economic Development & Growth

Representation Summary:

Proposed new housing on agricultural land should generally be a last resort especially where there is public access to the land. Housing at Fossetts should be supported along with the development of the land to the rear of Temple Sutton school where we still have extensive prefabricated post war buildings which are poor quality and land intensive. Equally Westcliff could be further developed with better quality new developments to enhance the area

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Proposed new housing on agricultural land should generally be a last resort especially where there is public access to the land. Housing at Fossetts should be supported along with the development of the land to the rear of Temple Sutton school where we still have extensive prefabricated post war buildings which are poor quality and land intensive. Equally Westcliff could be further developed with better quality new developments to enhance the area

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3317

Received: 14/03/2019

Respondent: Mr Ian McLernon

Representation Summary:

Yes providing keep a green corridor and connected parks and green spaces

Fossetts Farm good area with potential that could enhance area, without impacting on residents or having too big an impact on existing green space

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Yes providing keep a green corridor and connected parks and green spaces

Fossetts Farm good area with potential that could enhance area, without impacting on residents or having too big an impact on existing green space

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3386

Received: 14/03/2019

Respondent: Southend Borough Council - Regulatory Services

Representation Summary:

Absolutely not. We need more open spaces not less. The character of the town will be changed for the worse if we do this.

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Absolutely not. We need more open spaces not less. The character of the town will be changed for the worse if we do this.

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3448

Received: 31/03/2019

Respondent: Mr Jeremy Martin

Representation Summary:

Development on open space should be avoided wherever possible Southend is already well below average on green space

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Development on open space should be avoided wherever possible Southend is already well below average on green space

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3466

Received: 31/03/2019

Respondent: Mrs Valerie Morgan

Representation Summary:

Greenbelt should be preserved. Fossetts suitable but only with appropriate improvement of roads

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Greenbelt should be preserved. Fossetts suitable but only with appropriate improvement of roads

Comment

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3555

Received: 31/03/2019

Respondent: mrs angela baldock

Representation Summary:

Only allow this following detailed environmental investigation by RSPB and Essex Wildlife trust to ensure the site is not important for wildlife as not all open spaces are equal. Good environmental spaces must be protected along with existing parks and coastline.

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Only allow this following detailed environmental investigation by RSPB and Essex Wildlife trust to ensure the site is not important for wildlife as not all open spaces are equal. Good environmental spaces must be protected along with existing parks and coastline.

Comment

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3648

Received: 02/04/2019

Respondent: Southend-on-Sea Borough Council - Parks and Open Spaces

Representation Summary:

Loss of any green area, including farmland should be minimised.

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Loss of any green area, including farmland should be minimised.

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3741

Received: 02/04/2019

Respondent: Mrs Clare Dellows

Representation Summary:

We most protect existing parks and coastline. Some farming fields may be appropriate for development if it can’t all go in town centers

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We most protect existing parks and coastline. Some farming fields may be appropriate for development if it can’t all go in town centers

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3791

Received: 02/04/2019

Respondent: Strategic Housing - Southend-on-Sea Borough Council

Representation Summary:

This has to be treated with care however some key sites could be unlocked that would alleviate the housing pressures in the borough. Again capacity utilisation is required for such areas as well as full ecological studies etc. Some areas of the green belt could be utilised for housing however infrastructure would have to be considered.

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This has to be treated with care however some key sites could be unlocked that would alleviate the housing pressures in the borough. Again capacity utilisation is required for such areas as well as full ecological studies etc. Some areas of the green belt could be utilised for housing however infrastructure would have to be considered.

Support

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 3815

Received: 10/04/2019

Respondent: Metrotidal Ltd

Representation Summary:

The Metrotidal proposal supports both increased housing supply at public transport and town centre locations including land released by redevelopment of the Southend Victoria terminus as well as the potential of the “Sector D “ Fossets Farm, Garon Park and Bournes Green Chase area, with access from Southend Airport Station..

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the text and slides attached, introduces the Metrotidal Lower Thames Orbital and forms the Metrotidal Limited submission and response to the Southend Local Plan consultations, to support the aims and objectives of the local plan while offering an alternative approach to deliverability with a view to generating greater benefits. Deliverability is likely to extend beyond the local plan period, so the proposals raise a question of safeguarding to enable delivery as part of the long term objectives of the Southend 2050 plan.
Set out below are some initial responses to the 12No. Local Plan section headings of the consultations:-
Our Vision
Metrotidal Limited supports the key messages in Box 1 of the Southend 2050 plan.
Spatial Strategy
1.4 – Metrotidal Limited supports Option 3, i.e. Option 2 + working with neighbouring authorities. The Metrotidal proposal would mitigate any local loss of greenbelt and greenfield land by providing much improved access to greenbelt and greenfield land on the routes of the rail orbital and Sustrans cycle networks across the Lower Thames and Medway estuaries. Furthermore, the new connectivity supports an integrated and co-ordinated approach to existing and new housing developments across the Lower Thames Estuary while providing the resilience of alternative routes across the estuary and into Central London.
Housing
2.1(b), 2.3, 2.4, 2.7. The Metrotidal proposal supports both increased housing supply at public transport and town centre locations including land released by redevelopment of the Southend Victoria terminus as well as the potential of the “Sector D “ Fossets Farm, Garon Park and Bournes Green Chase area, with access from Southend Airport Station.
Securing a Thriving Local Economy
3.7 The Metrotidal proposal creates an orbital line for the Lower Thames Estuary, bringing together new markets and opportunities for Southend in terms of outward connectivity and inward investment. The Medway Towns are currently up to 2-hours away but at a distance of only 20km. The Metrotidal Lower Thames Orbital brings South Essex and North Kent within a 30 minute journey, creating a single economy larger than Manchester.
Promoting Southend as a Major Resort
4. The Metrotidal proposal supports Southend as an exemplar coastal tourism destination within the UK. The sea defence system becomes itself a major tourist attraction. The proposals include a high-quality marina development with a cruise liner terminal and Thames Clipper ferry landings all served by a Thames Estuary Station, enhancing Southend as a gateway for national and international tourism. The marina, cruise liner terminal and ferry landings complement the original development of the pier as a tourist gateway to Southend. The integrated transport connections, including the rail links to Southend Airport, Ebbsfleet and Central London, provide an attractive tourist offer and radically improve access to the Southend conurbation.
Providing for Vibrant and Attractive Town Centres
5.6 The Metrotidal proposal supports the regeneration of the town centre for the 21st century with a new Southend Central underground station linking the existing lines while releasing the Southend Victoria terminus site for redevelopment.
Providing for a Sustainable Transport System
6.6 The Metrotidal proposals promote green-growth across the Lower Thames estuary by including a floating solar array and wind turbines to generate renewable energy for the railway orbital and tunnel M+E systems along with an efficient data storage and distribution system.
Facilitating Good Design and Healthy Living
7.5 The Metrotidal Lower Thames Orbital provides ready access to the wide open spaces of the Thames and Medway estuaries.
Providing Community Services and Infrastructure
8.4 The Metrotidal proposals contribute to improved broadband infrastructure and connectivity.

Enhancing our Natural Environment
9.3 As noted above The Metrotidal Lower Thames Orbital provides ready access to the wide open spaces of the Thames and Medway estuaries.
Planning for Climate Change
10.1 The Metrotidal proposal protects the full length of the Thames tideway upstream with a system that is only 8km long.
Ensuring that the Local Plan is Delivered
12.5 The Metrotidal proposal for integrated infrastructure enables overall costs to be reduced while increasing the net economic benefits. Municipal Railway Bonds and other innovative funding initiatives replace conventional public/private sector funding sources to restore the co-ordination of railway and land development that had contributed to the growth of Southend in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Comment

New Local Plan

Representation ID: 4109

Received: 22/03/2019

Respondent: Leigh-on-Sea Town Council

Representation Summary:

Greenbelt land should be preserved. Leigh Town Council think Fossetts Farm would be suitable but only subject to appropriate road infrastructure leading to other areas of the town being improved.

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