Yes

Representation ID: 93258

Received: 01/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Steven Coulsting

I agree with the approach laid out in Draft Policy-H- Water Efficiency

Yes

Representation ID: 93687

Received: 02/03/2025

Respondent: Cllr David Armstrong

Yes, I agree with the draft policy.

Yes

Representation ID: 93953

Received: 02/03/2025

Respondent: Mrs Beverley Comley

All home should be designed to be as water efficient as possible and should include more grey water systems

Other

Representation ID: 94124

Received: 02/03/2025

Respondent: Stuart Mace

These provisions must consider the implications for mosquitoes and other infestations of insects that can occur in stagnant water, or in areas with poor maintenance.

No

Representation ID: 94345

Received: 03/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Michael Sanderson

The policy is not strong enough.
Major developments (define a threshold, say 100 units) WILL include grey water recycling system.
The minimum rainwater harvesting provision for residential buildings is insufficient. It must be 400l.

Other

Representation ID: 94632

Received: 03/03/2025

Respondent: Rainier Developments Ltd

Agent: Turley

Rainier support the approach, providing it is supported by evidence around its viability.

Yes

Representation ID: 94992

Received: 03/03/2025

Respondent: Kineton Parish Council

Is there scope to go further? Depending on dwelling size could the rain water harvesting capacity be increased and used as a primary source of water for toilets?

No

Representation ID: 95739

Received: 04/03/2025

Respondent: Bloor Homes Western

Agent: Marrons

In our experience and analysis it is difficult to reduce water use to the levels described without compromising functionality, unless Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) for internal use is incorporated. RWH is rarely used on housing due to the cost, ongoing management issues and additional embodied carbon. Research also suggests that RWH increases CO² emissions at a time when we are seeking to reduce emissions. A target of 110 litres per person is considered more achievable and in line with the Government’s own guidance (New water saving measures to safeguard supplies - GOV.UK)

Yes

Representation ID: 95747

Received: 04/03/2025

Respondent: Mrs Amanda Dyhouse

N/A

Yes

Representation ID: 95942

Received: 04/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Paul Tesh

yes

Yes

Representation ID: 96174

Received: 04/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Jonathan Horsfield

Water efficiency increasingly important - not just for residential / industrial - but for agriculture.
see comments in Draft Policy 7.9

Yes

Representation ID: 96337

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Southam Town Council

Southam Town, District and County elected representatives support this draft Policy.

Yes

Representation ID: 96554

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Shipston Town Council

Agree

Yes

Representation ID: 96938

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: John Dinnie

Yes

Yes

Representation ID: 96980

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Alcester Town Council

This is agreed by Alcester Town Council, Arrow with Weethley Parish Council, Kinwarton Parish Council, Wixford Parish Council and Great Alne Parish Council (together referred to as Alcester Parishes Group or ‘APG’).

Yes

Representation ID: 97176

Received: 26/02/2025

Respondent: Tysoe Parish Council

Yes

No

Representation ID: 97253

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Squab Hall Farm

Agent: Mr Jack Barnes

In our experience and analysis it is difficult to reduce water use to the levels described without compromising functionality, unless Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) for internal use is incorporated. RWH is rarely used on housing due to the cost, ongoing management issues and additional embodied carbon. Research also suggests that RWH increases CO² emissions at a time when we are seeking to reduce emissions. A target of 110 litres per person is considered more achievable and in line with the Government’s own guidance .

Yes

Representation ID: 97364

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Peter Lewin

Water should always be conserved.

Other

Representation ID: 97387

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Godwin Developments

Godwin Developments have no concerns regarding the approach laid out in Draft Policy – H – Water Efficiency. However, it is contended that the proposed water efficiency standard should be reflective of the requirements as set out in building regulations i.e. 125litres per person per day. This would provide a consistent approach between planning and building regulations.

Yes

Representation ID: 97731

Received: 05/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Gary Jeffery

N/A

No

Representation ID: 98104

Received: 06/03/2025

Respondent: William Davis Limited

Agent: Marrons

In our experience and analysis it is difficult to reduce water use to the levels described without compromising functionality, unless Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) for internal use is incorporated. RWH is rarely used on housing due to the cost, ongoing management issues and additional embodied carbon. Research also suggests that RWH increases CO² emissions at a time when we are seeking to reduce emissions. A target of 110 litres per person is considered more achievable and in line with the Government’s own guidance.

No

Representation ID: 98658

Received: 06/03/2025

Respondent: X2 New Settlement Consortium

Agent: Mr Jack Barnes

In our experience and analysis it is difficult to reduce water use to the levels described without compromising functionality, unless Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) for internal use is incorporated. RWH is rarely used on housing due to the cost, ongoing management issues and additional embodied carbon. Research also suggests that RWH increases CO² emissions at a time when we are seeking to reduce emissions. A target of 110 litres per person is considered more achievable and in line with the Government’s own guidance .

No

Representation ID: 99519

Received: 06/03/2025

Respondent: Mr John Howson

Regarding E1 - Long Marston.

7.8 indicates area is under stress, which matches our experience. Properties here are forced to have water pumps to pump out excess water, regularly in winter months and even the sudden downpours in summer.
This increases energy use/carbon footprints. Damage to plants and habitat.
Older residents here can confirm this has worsened in line with building developments, both immediate and at Long Marston Airfield and Meon Vale.

The drainage systems cannot cope as it is with surface water nor waste.

Yes

Representation ID: 99645

Received: 06/03/2025

Respondent: Ms Gillian Padgham

agree

Yes

Representation ID: 99864

Received: 06/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Steven Simpson

It's great that water retention and re-use is seen as a priority.
Especially this sentence
"Major development should consider greywater recycling systems, particularly shared/communal systems."
I'd like to see rain water harvesting installed as standard on new houses.

Yes

Representation ID: 100357

Received: 06/03/2025

Respondent: Mrs Lorraine Grocott

NA

Yes

Representation ID: 100369

Received: 06/03/2025

Respondent: Mr Adrian Parsons

I agree with the approach laid out

No

Representation ID: 100970

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Rowington Landowner Consortium

Agent: Knight Frank LLP

The Environmental Improvement Plan 2023 Action 7 calls for a review of Building Regulations on water efficiency, reuse, and drainage, proposing a standard of 105 litres per person per day (l/p/d), or 100 l/p/d in areas of serious water stress. The 2021 Water Stressed Areas Classification identifies Severn Trent’s region as stressed, but the data is outdated. Severn Trent’s 2024 draft water resources management plan targets 110 l/p/d by 2050. Robust up-to-date evidence should be provided to justify stricter requirements of 100 l/p/d. Furthermore, it is recommended to align to Building Regulations in line with national requirements.

No

Representation ID: 101097

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Mac Mic Group

Agent: Marrons

In our experience and analysis it is difficult to reduce water use to the levels described without compromising functionality, unless Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) for internal use is incorporated. RWH is rarely used on housing due to the cost, ongoing management issues and additional embodied carbon. Research also suggests that RWH increases CO2 emissions at a time when we are seeking to reduce emissions. A target of 110 litres per person is considered more achievable and in line with the Government’s own guidance.

No

Representation ID: 101175

Received: 07/03/2025

Respondent: Hallam Land Management Limited

Agent: Mr Jack Barnes

In our experience and analysis it is difficult to reduce water use to the levels described without compromising functionality, unless Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) for internal use is incorporated. RWH is rarely used on housing due to the cost, ongoing management issues and additional embodied carbon. Research also suggests that RWH increases CO² emissions at a time when we are seeking to reduce emissions. A target of 110 litres per person is considered more achievable and in line with the Government’s own guidance .