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Derbyniwyd: 04/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Mr Mike Taylor

I am writing in response to the SWLP consultation and the fact that Weston site ID 569 remains in consideration for the local plan.
I believe that this considered development is inappropriate in a number of ways, not least because of the large scale which is way out of proportion with the sizes of Weston and Hunningham.
Geographically the proposal has serious flaws. HS2 between Weston and Cubbington is a grad barrier which has already disrupted this part of the countryside. Moreover, to the north the proposed development the B4453 Rugby road is already a busy link to the A445, and would become intolerably congested, and thus a major concern for local residents . The eastern boundary road through hunningham and over the ancient bridge near the red lion pub is far too narrow, it links to a dangerous cross roads at Hunningham Hill, and the narrow lane to Offchurch to the south passes through older residential buildings and again, HS2. In short the current infrastructure is patently unsuitable.
I am also familiar with the nature of the land: heavy clay soils descending towards the Leam. Although I have only lived here through 3 winters, the frequency of flooding in the lower (S) section of the proposal plus the waterlogged soils would present serious issues during and after construction.
As a valuable green space for walking and other recreation, this large scale proposal is seriously disproportionate.
In short, this is a far too big and potentially damaging proposal, fraught with likely difficulties during and after construction.