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ID sylw: 107165

Derbyniwyd: 04/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Alexander Robertson

I object to proposed allocations B1 and SG07.

Primarily, my concern is that the impact of large developments on Warwickshire's biodiversity is not clearly understood.

There is profound evidence that ecosystems are in decline through climate change and human destruction of natural habitats. The relationship between green infrastructure and human settlements determines the physical and mental health and well being of communities. Developers give assurances about biodiversity but their actions show otherwise; for example developers at the Heathcote Park site showed 'compliance' with laws protecting nesting birds by netting the trees and hedges before construction work to prevent any nesting. I doubt that independent scientific evidence would conclude that a development of this size would not alter the balance of biodiversity.

There has been no Natural Capital Accounting survey of the area. The value of the green assets on the site is unknown. Destroying them will harm air quality, production of food and clothing, increase costs for the NHS, and cause other social issues for existing communities. The Landowner has designated this site as a Conservation Area and likely received financial support from the government in return. This should be taken into account. The road network is inadequate for this level of development. Narrow lanes and weight-restricted bridges require continual repair. Network Rail confirm the platforms at Hatton Station cannot be extended and frequency of trains stopping will not be increased.

Transport, water, sewerage, and electricity infrastructure must be in place before development starts in order to avoid adverse impacts on existing communities. Developers and not council tax payers should be responsible for funding the infrastructure. There should be no road network disruption during implementation.