Other

Representation ID: 101884

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mrs Penelope Beswick

"Focusing and promoting a high standard of design in new developments that are innovative, adaptable, low carbon, climate resilient, locally distinctive and respect the local character and setting of the existing settlements."

I do not consider that this has been achieved in the development recently built to the south of Leamington - I am very concerned that the poor standard of design employed by volume house builders will just be repeated in any further developments in the future - for example the appalling design of the block of flats at the Wanzl roundabout. A much higher standard is required.

Other

Representation ID: 101963

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Bishop's Tachbrook Parish Council

Broadly agree with reservations.

The objectives are sensible but may not be deliverable, as some growth areas contradict them. Overarching Principles and Strategic Objectives add complexity.

Proposed changes:

Add a new overarching principle: A South Warwickshire made of vibrant settlements and communities.

Strategic Objective 3: Infrastructure planning is weak, lacking detail and control at the district level.

Strategic Objective 5: Add focus on brownfield regeneration, grey belt use, and protecting agricultural land.

Introduce Revitalise Town Centres as a new objective, promoting mixed-use development.

Strategic Objective 11: Transport connectivity is critical but beyond district control.

Yes

Representation ID: 102024

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: BDW Trading Limited

Agent: Knight Frank LLP

BDW is generally supportive of the approach and strategic objectives. However, as further detailed in relation to Policy Direction 1, the plan period should be extended to 2055 for a 30-year plan period in accordance with para 22 NPPF, in light of the growth strategy to incorporate new settlements and significant large-scale developments which require major improvements in infrastructure.

Yes

Representation ID: 102073

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Hallam Land

Agent: LRM Planning

The Local Plan is of great importance to achieving the respective corporate strategies of Warwick and Stratford-on-Avon District Councils. It will provide land use policies and proposals that are critical to determining the form and success of communities across these administrative areas over the next 25 years. We agree with this Vision that that South Warwickshire. This of necessity will mean change will occur over the plan period. These spatiral objective are integral to the formulation of the spatial strategy and Policy Direction 1.

No

Representation ID: 102098

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Ms Helen Roberts

You open this by saying only 37% agreed, but that you made no changes - it does therefore question the extent to which this consultation will be listened to or acted on!

Other

Representation ID: 102109

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: IM Land 1 Limited

Agent: Turley

IM Land is supportive of Strategic Objectives 1 and 2 and its focus to locate growth in the ‘most sustainable locations’ to meet current and future housing needs. Strategic Objective 3 (providing infrastructure in the right place at the right time) should be clearer about the realities regarding timescales for infrastructure delivery. IM Land is concerned with the use of the word “attractive” in respect of Strategic Objective 7 (Creating attractive places), which is subjective and could lead to a difference of approach to design across the authorities.

Yes

Representation ID: 102140

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Taylor Wimpey Strategic Land

Agent: Turley

Taylor Wimpey supports the overall Vision and Strategic Objectives for the SWLP.

In order to meet the ambitious Vision, it will be important to ensure growth is located in the most sustainable locations and align with the Vision as closely as possible. It is likely that these locations will be located within the Green Belt, such as areas to the north of Leamington.

Other

Representation ID: 102212

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Grevayne Properties Limited

Agent: The Tyler Parkes Partnership Ltd

The plan states that "Five overarching principles will determine how this development is delivered. These could apply anywhere and imply there is nothing distinctly ‘South Warwickshire’ about them. South Warwickshire is characterised by tight urban areas and numerous rural settlements and the policies of the development plan should better reflect that character.

The potential for housing delivery on our clients’ land at Harbury (site ref: 491) would contribute to Government’s objectives to accelerate housebuilding over the next 5 years. The location of the land immediately adjacent the current BUAB for Harbury would also ensure development in a sustainable location.

No

Representation ID: 102279

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mrs Elizabeth Locker

I am extremely concerned that small rural communities such as ours in Barford will be obliterated and the local area will become one large urban sprawl and the beauty of our county will be lost forever. I am very concerned about tge increased traffic and pollution that will also result in the adoption of some of the suggested sites.

No

Representation ID: 102305

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Richborough

Agent: Marrons

The Vision should recognise that there are unmet development needs outside of South Warwickshire that may need to be met within South Warwickshire. A Strategic Objective should also be to meet any unmet housing needs from communities elsewhere that cannot meet their needs, where it is practical and consistent with achieving sustainable development. This would align the strategic objective with the ‘positively prepared’ test of soundness.

Yes

Representation ID: 102315

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Jaguar Land Rover

Agent: Marrons

JLR broadly support the proposals in the Vision and welcome the proposal that the Plan will boost the local economy and provide appropriate infrastructure. This is important for JLR to hear from the Councils and gives them confidence to continue their investment in their locations in South Warwickshire at Fen End and Gaydon.

The Vision could be strengthened to reference the continued growth of the automotive manufacturing sector in South Warwickshire. The automotive sector is already contributing to many of the Vision's objectives through its transition to electric vehicle production, investment in workforce and skills, and adoption of innovative technologies.

No

Representation ID: 102402

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Matthew Newson

While I support the vision’s ambition, I cannot broadly support the proposals due to a lack of measurable targets and detail. Key concerns include:
- No clear targets for affordable housing (Objective 2).
- Insufficient focus on brownfield development, risking loss of green spaces (Objective 5).
- No detailed plan for infrastructure to support growth (Objective 3).
- Limited community engagement to protect local character (Objective 7).
I urge the council to set specific targets, prioritize brownfield sites, and strengthen infrastructure planning and community involvement to ensure the vision is achievable and inclusive

Other

Representation ID: 102421

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: IM Land 1 Limited

Agent: Turley

IM Land, in respect of the Land off Rumbush Lane, is supportive of Strategic Objectives 1 and 2 and its focus to locate growth in the ‘most sustainable locations’ and the intention for the SWLP to meet current and future housing needs. Strategic Objective 3 (providing infrastructure in the right place at the right time) should be clearer about the realities regarding timescales for infrastructure delivery. IM Land is concerned with the use of the word “attractive” in respect of Strategic Objective 7 (Creating attractive places),

Other

Representation ID: 102441

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: IM Land 1 Limited

Agent: Turley

IM Land is broadly supportive of the Vision and Strategic Objectives in respect of the Land South of Westwood Heath.

Other

Representation ID: 102454

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Hill Residential

Agent: Turley

Hill supports the SWLP vision and strategic objectives in principle, subject to amendments focusing on recognising the need for new settlement scale growth in the vision, Green Belt release being necessary to meet housing needs, and the plan being clear on infrastructure triggers for development. The proposals for 'Hatton Villages' can make significant contribution to vision and strategic objectives.

No

Representation ID: 102494

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Jonathan Turner

The existing growth of in main of our urban and semi urban areas has already placed Hugh pressure on existing infrastructure including medical education and leisure facilities. I have no faith that these will be enhanced to meet the extra let alone the increased demand. Further more the apparent significant expansion into the green belt does not seem consistent with de-carbonisation.

No

Representation ID: 102495

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Carl Barthorpe

I do not agree with the strategic objective to build so many houses on green belt land. There are brownfield sites (disused airports, suitable land in towns and city centres) that necessitates the demand for urban sprawl.

No assessment for the damage to existing wildlife and where they will go

No

Representation ID: 102501

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mrs Debra Turner

There has been no road relief within the area. Travelling from Alcester to Stratford, Redditch or Evesham one is very likely to be in a slow moving queue. Not very environmentally friendly. There has been no evidence of biodiverse projects. Alcester is in a flood risk area and the extent of development planned will increase the flood risk. There has been little or no structure to improve this. The environmental agency no longer clear fallen trees from the rivers, which increases the debris and thus flooding risks. The road system is not able to sustain the development

Yes

Representation ID: 102617

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Neil Davis

Housing : The need for affordable, family and retirement homes is very clear and should be a priority. A mixture of sizes and types are needed in each area, so that older folk can downsize, releasing family homes, whilst staying in their community.

Yes

Representation ID: 102632

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Oliver Aries

Broardly support vision.

No

Representation ID: 102643

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mrs Christine Easton

In Kenilworth they've built the houses first and not the roads. They've got cycleways that aren't used. Speed humps that are unnecessary. It seems that the vanity projects are being done first with no joined up thinking about the continuous lorries, road closures dirt and dust to residents. Prime example again is HS2 stealing our roads and making changes to their plans as they go along.

Other

Representation ID: 102647

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Summers Holdings Ltd

Agent: The Tyler Parkes Partnership Ltd

The vision, principles and strategic objectives require a rethink and it is noted that the vision previously received a low level of support.

South Warwickshire is characterised by urban areas and numerous rural settlements and the policies should better reflect that particular character - the principles could apply anywhere and imply there is nothing distinctly ‘South Warwickshire’ about them.

A major omission is that the vision does not seem to give sufficient emphasis to economic growth.

The over-arching principle should be concerned with supporting infrastructure ‘in the round’ and there should not be undue emphasis on transport as currently stands.

No

Representation ID: 102727

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Nick Alexander

The local area is already over crowded with motor traffic. Any more housing should be built elsewhere or somewhere with existing rail links and cycle paths to relieve the road network and stop pollution!

Yes

Representation ID: 102774

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mr David Bailey

I regard "Strategic Objective 6: Contributing towards Net Zero Carbon targets" as essential.

Other

Representation ID: 102776

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mrs Elizabeth Browne

Please refer back to my comments made on previous sections of this proposal.

In addition, I would question the sustainability of the proposed locations.

Where is consideration given to the impact of the already agreed developments? Ie. on existing roads and local services? Where is consideration given to how many homes these agreed sites will provide? If these provide sufficient homes for the immediate future, then why plan so far ahead when so much is still unknown? Surely it would be better to wait until the ongoing impact of HS2 is clear, and the impact of the already agreed developments.

Yes

Representation ID: 102780

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mr David Williams

More emphasis must be on regeneration and utilising of old buildings plus ensuring that owners of long term empty properties are 'encouraged' through penalties/fines to get them occupied and utilised appropriately. According to the last census there are over 1 million empty properties in the UK and west midlands has one of the highest percentages.

Other

Representation ID: 102864

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Richborough - Salford Road, Bidford-on-Avon

Agent: Turley

References to unmet housing needs and request for further detail

Other

Representation ID: 102870

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Richborough - Gaydon Road, Bishop's Itchington

Agent: Turley

References to unmet housing needs and request for further detail

Other

Representation ID: 102882

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Richborough - Lighthorne Road, Kineton

Agent: Turley

References to unmet housing needs and request for further detail

Other

Representation ID: 102890

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Richborough - Sycamore Close, Stockton

Agent: Turley

References to unmet housing needs and request for further detail