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An objection is made to P05 in respect of affordable housing and the policy justification set out in paragraphs 7.43 to 7.50. There is a conflict between the 40% figure that is identified as part ofthe text of P05 and the reference in paragraph 7.47 which states that ' .... [the SHMA] accepts that a realistic proportion might be 30% or 180 per year '. Paragraphs 158 and 159 of The Framework refer to using a proportionate evidence base, with the SHMA providing guidance on the need for affordable housing. Notwithstanding the conclusions of the SHMA about what is realistic in terms of affordable housing the Council has opted for a figure of 40%.

The draft Local Plan also needs to clarify that the provision of affordable housing relates to the definition of affordable housing set out in Annex 2 of the Framework, in particular to confirm that there is no national policy requirement to provide all types of affordable housing as part of a single proposal. As stated in paragraph 50 of The Framework, local planning authorities should 'identifY the size, type, tenure and range of housing that is required in particular locations. reflecting local demand. .. '. In this context it is noted that paragraph 7.50 of the draft Local Plan seems to be at variance with The Framework in that' the Council is reluctant to adopt a different policy to suit different site types or locations '.