Comment

Representation ID: 1250

Received: 30/10/2023

Respondent: Ms Jane Cook

The land identified in Rainham north for potential suburban expansion is in active agricultural use, apple orchards. I don't think the land to the north of Rainham should be included in the LAA or in this consultation and I have concerns about its inclusion. An application (MC/19/1566) submitted in 2019 for major scale development was refused by Medway Council and the appeal was dismissed by the Secretary of State in 2021. Development of this area will cause significant harm as detailed in the Secretary of State's decision. I think this is an important point to include in the issues element.