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I accept that Burton Green has to have a number of houses built within its boundaries and it is desirable if the houses attract young families to the village. However the number that the plan proposes seems unduly high given that Burton Green has few amenities and a very limited bus service.

Burton Green has expanded since the Second World War but the houses built have made little impact on the total size of the village, they have been absorbed within its boundaries. I feel very strongly that if the village is to retain its character any new buildings should be placed in small groups within the village. Land is available some of the areas are moderately large but others must be small . I understand that 16 plots have been offered for development A mass of housing placed in one area would totally alter the ambience of the village and the newcomers would be isolated. Putting small groups of buildings within the village would make integration much easier and would enable the new residents to become part of the village.

I am also concerned about the increase in traffic. Warwick District Council's preferred site is bounded by Red Lane and Hob Lane. Both of these roads are narrow and Red Lane is dangerous with the bends on the hill. There has been a fatality there within the last few years. A large number of cars leaving the site early in the morning combined with parents taking children to school would lead to considerable congestion.

I acknowledge that cost of build would be greater if a number of smaller sites are proposed. However I feel that if local preference is for small sites this should be accepted. I note that in your local plan document you acknowledge this page 31 paragraph 6.4