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Medway Local Plan (Regulation 18, 2024)
Policy S4: Landscape protection and enhancement
Representation ID: 3665
Received: 08/09/2024
Respondent: Miss Rachael Selleck
Medway's landscape is under significant pressure from urbanisation, development, and climate change, which threaten its distinctiveness and biodiversity. The Council recognises these issues, highlighting the negative impacts of development, including habitat fragmentation and loss of inter-tidal areas. However, the planned development in Allhallows contradicts this recognition. Building in this area will exacerbate these issues by contributing to habitat loss, increased urban pressures, and further fragmentation of the landscape. If the Council truly values landscape distinctiveness and aims to mitigate climate change effects, their actions should reflect these priorities. Instead, the current plans undermine the very principles they claim to uphold.
Medway's landscape is under significant pressure from urbanisation, development, and climate change, which threaten its distinctiveness and biodiversity. The Council recognises these issues, highlighting the negative impacts of development, including habitat fragmentation and loss of inter-tidal areas. However, the planned development in Allhallows contradicts this recognition. Building in this area will exacerbate these issues by contributing to habitat loss, increased urban pressures, and further fragmentation of the landscape. If the Council truly values landscape distinctiveness and aims to mitigate climate change effects, their actions should reflect these priorities. Instead, the current plans undermine the very principles they claim to uphold.
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Medway Local Plan (Regulation 18, 2024)
Policy S5: Securing Strong Green and Blue Infrastructure
Representation ID: 3668
Received: 08/09/2024
Respondent: Miss Rachael Selleck
None of the planned development in Allhallows aligns with the goal of providing multifunctional, connected, and accessible green infrastructure. The development fails to reflect local character, enhance connectivity, or support biodiversity and landscape conservation. Instead, building on a floodplain, increasing pollution, and destroying habitats contradicts the Council’s expectation for development to be resilient to climate change and strengthen ecological networks. These plans do not contribute to improved public access, health, or wellbeing and undermine efforts to bolster the resilience of the natural environment, as outlined in the Council’s guidelines.
None of the planned development in Allhallows aligns with the goal of providing multifunctional, connected, and accessible green infrastructure. The development fails to reflect local character, enhance connectivity, or support biodiversity and landscape conservation. Instead, building on a floodplain, increasing pollution, and destroying habitats contradicts the Council’s expectation for development to be resilient to climate change and strengthen ecological networks. These plans do not contribute to improved public access, health, or wellbeing and undermine efforts to bolster the resilience of the natural environment, as outlined in the Council’s guidelines.
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Medway Local Plan (Regulation 18, 2024)
Policy S6: Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty National Landscape
Representation ID: 3670
Received: 08/09/2024
Respondent: Miss Rachael Selleck
The natural beauty of Medway should not be compromised by development that disregards environmental integrity. Preserving the region’s landscapes and habitats is crucial for maintaining its unique character and ecological health. The planned developments threaten to undermine the very qualities that make Medway special, such as its green spaces, biodiversity, and scenic views. Protecting these natural assets is essential for ensuring that Medway remains a vibrant and attractive place to live, work, and visit. We must prioritise conservation efforts to safeguard Medway’s natural beauty for future generations, rather than allowing it to be diminished by unchecked development.
The natural beauty of Medway should not be compromised by development that disregards environmental integrity. Preserving the region’s landscapes and habitats is crucial for maintaining its unique character and ecological health. The planned developments threaten to undermine the very qualities that make Medway special, such as its green spaces, biodiversity, and scenic views. Protecting these natural assets is essential for ensuring that Medway remains a vibrant and attractive place to live, work, and visit. We must prioritise conservation efforts to safeguard Medway’s natural beauty for future generations, rather than allowing it to be diminished by unchecked development.
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Medway Local Plan (Regulation 18, 2024)
Policy DM1: Flood and Water Management
Representation ID: 3678
Received: 08/09/2024
Respondent: Miss Rachael Selleck
The planned development in Allhallows on a floodplain is troubling, especially as environmental conditions worsen each year. This should not proceed. Previously, Medway Council built homes on dairy fields near my house, also on a floodplain, and burst a water main in the process. This main has been leaking constantly, collapsing the road, yet the council deemed it acceptable. The area also suffers from frequent water mains leaks. Blocking essential ditches with plants has worsened flooding, showing a lack of proper planning. Building on a floodplain again would only exacerbate these issues and increase environmental damage.
The planned development in Allhallows on a floodplain is troubling, especially as environmental conditions worsen each year. This should not proceed. Previously, Medway Council built homes on dairy fields near my house, also on a floodplain, and burst a water main in the process. This main has been leaking constantly, collapsing the road, yet the council deemed it acceptable. The area also suffers from frequent water mains leaks. Blocking essential ditches with plants has worsened flooding, showing a lack of proper planning. Building on a floodplain again would only exacerbate these issues and increase environmental damage.
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Medway Local Plan (Regulation 18, 2024)
Policy DM2: Contaminated Land
Representation ID: 3679
Received: 08/09/2024
Respondent: Miss Rachael Selleck
If contaminated land were proven to be 100% safe for development, it could indeed be a valuable resource for building much-needed infrastructure or housing. Transforming such land could provide essential benefits to the local area, addressing housing shortages or improving community facilities. However, this safety must be thoroughly verified through rigorous testing and monitoring to ensure no health risks are posed. If confirmed safe, repurposing contaminated land could help alleviate pressures on other areas, making it a practical solution for meeting local needs while utilising available space effectively.
If contaminated land were proven to be 100% safe for development, it could indeed be a valuable resource for building much-needed infrastructure or housing. Transforming such land could provide essential benefits to the local area, addressing housing shortages or improving community facilities. However, this safety must be thoroughly verified through rigorous testing and monitoring to ensure no health risks are posed. If confirmed safe, repurposing contaminated land could help alleviate pressures on other areas, making it a practical solution for meeting local needs while utilising available space effectively.
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Medway Local Plan (Regulation 18, 2024)
Policy DM3: Air Quality
Representation ID: 3684
Received: 08/09/2024
Respondent: Miss Rachael Selleck
Building in Allhallows would drastically increase the number of cars on the road, as residents rely on vehicles for basic travel, with Strood 9 miles away, making it an 18-mile round trip. The lack of public transport and inadequate infrastructure means car dependency will persist, significantly impacting air quality. Additionally, the sewage system has been beyond capacity for decades, causing a constant smell of sewage in the air, which I’ve experienced for almost 21 years. Frequent emergency repairs do not address the root issue—overcapacity—worsening the problem and further diminishing air quality in the area.
Building in Allhallows would drastically increase the number of cars on the road, as residents rely on vehicles for basic travel, with Strood 9 miles away, making it an 18-mile round trip. The lack of public transport and inadequate infrastructure means car dependency will persist, significantly impacting air quality. Additionally, the sewage system has been beyond capacity for decades, causing a constant smell of sewage in the air, which I’ve experienced for almost 21 years. Frequent emergency repairs do not address the root issue—overcapacity—worsening the problem and further diminishing air quality in the area.
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Medway Local Plan (Regulation 18, 2024)
Policy DM4: Noise and Light Pollution
Representation ID: 3688
Received: 08/09/2024
Respondent: Miss Rachael Selleck
Building on the land near me in Allhallows will significantly increase noise and light pollution. The addition of more vehicles will generate constant traffic noise and illuminate the area far beyond current levels. This disruption will adversely affect local residents, diminishing their quality of life and creating a less peaceful environment. Additionally, the rise in noise and light pollution will disturb wildlife, forcing many animals to relocate or flee. This deterioration of environmental conditions will further degrade both human and wildlife habitats, making the area less hospitable and worsening the overall impact on the community and local ecosystem.
Building on the land near me in Allhallows will significantly increase noise and light pollution. The addition of more vehicles will generate constant traffic noise and illuminate the area far beyond current levels. This disruption will adversely affect local residents, diminishing their quality of life and creating a less peaceful environment. Additionally, the rise in noise and light pollution will disturb wildlife, forcing many animals to relocate or flee. This deterioration of environmental conditions will further degrade both human and wildlife habitats, making the area less hospitable and worsening the overall impact on the community and local ecosystem.
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Medway Local Plan (Regulation 18, 2024)
Policy S7: Green Belt
Representation ID: 3691
Received: 08/09/2024
Respondent: Miss Rachael Selleck
We do not want Medway to be closely linked with London through extensive development; instead, our focus should be on improving public transport. Enhanced transport options would significantly improve access to job opportunities and educational institutions, such as universities and colleges, in London. By increasing transport availability, residents of Medway would have easier access to a wider range of employment and learning opportunities, fostering personal and professional growth without compromising the local character and environment. This approach supports both economic and educational advancement while maintaining Medway’s distinctiveness.
We do not want Medway to be closely linked with London through extensive development; instead, our focus should be on improving public transport. Enhanced transport options would significantly improve access to job opportunities and educational institutions, such as universities and colleges, in London. By increasing transport availability, residents of Medway would have easier access to a wider range of employment and learning opportunities, fostering personal and professional growth without compromising the local character and environment. This approach supports both economic and educational advancement while maintaining Medway’s distinctiveness.
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Medway Local Plan (Regulation 18, 2024)
Policy T1: Promoting High Quality Design
Representation ID: 3716
Received: 08/09/2024
Respondent: Miss Rachael Selleck
The proposal claims to respect neighbouring amenity by considering light levels, overshadowing, privacy, and other factors, yet the new builds often lack privacy and have inadequate car parking, accommodating only one car or at most two. The quality of these new developments is subpar, as supported by relevant statistics. Additionally, while the reports suggest adequate provision of essential services and facilities, those for Allhallows are misleading and inaccurate, reflecting poorly on the Council’s research. This demonstrates a lack of thorough investigation and consideration for the actual needs and conditions of the local area.
The proposal claims to respect neighbouring amenity by considering light levels, overshadowing, privacy, and other factors, yet the new builds often lack privacy and have inadequate car parking, accommodating only one car or at most two. The quality of these new developments is subpar, as supported by relevant statistics. Additionally, while the reports suggest adequate provision of essential services and facilities, those for Allhallows are misleading and inaccurate, reflecting poorly on the Council’s research. This demonstrates a lack of thorough investigation and consideration for the actual needs and conditions of the local area.
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Medway Local Plan (Regulation 18, 2024)
Policy DM5: Housing Design
Representation ID: 3722
Received: 08/09/2024
Respondent: Miss Rachael Selleck
New housing developments should ensure high-quality, adaptable homes that support family life and daily activities. However, the current approach of cramming numerous houses into small spaces fails to meet these standards. These developments often lack the necessary room for families and typically provide only limited space for two small cars on the driveway. The focus seems to be on meeting unrealistic numerical targets rather than prioritising quality and functionality. This approach undermines the living conditions of future occupants and shows a disregard for the practical needs of families.
New housing developments should ensure high-quality, adaptable homes that support family life and daily activities. However, the current approach of cramming numerous houses into small spaces fails to meet these standards. These developments often lack the necessary room for families and typically provide only limited space for two small cars on the driveway. The focus seems to be on meeting unrealistic numerical targets rather than prioritising quality and functionality. This approach undermines the living conditions of future occupants and shows a disregard for the practical needs of families.
