Town and Parish Forum January 2015. Cllr Michael Wassell Leader Breckland Council.
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ConsultationHow to Respond
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4Non-Technical Summary1.
17Introduction2.
18Methodology3.
21Review of Relevant Plans, Programmesand Environmental Objectives
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23Baseline Information and Assessment5.
28Cumulative, Secondary and SynergisticImpacts
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32Prediction, Evaluation and Mitigation ofthe Effects of the Plan
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48Proposals for Monitoring8.
50Next Steps9.
Appendix A
51District Wide Baseline Data9.
Appendix B
72Assessment of Strategic Objectives11.
93Assessment of Local Plan Policies12.
400Cumulative Assessment of Local PlanPolicies
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Appendix C - Sites
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405Sustainability Appraisal Objectives15.
411Residential Sites16.
486Employment Sites17.
504Retail Sites18.
506Settlement Boundaries19.
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1 Non-Technical SummaryIntroduction
1.1 The following non-technical summary is available as part of the Sustainability Appraisal (SA) Report and asa standalone document. It informs consultees and the public about the process of Sustainability Appraisal in PlainEnglish, avoiding the use of technical terms. The production of a non-technical summary is a requirement of theEU Directive known as the `SEA Directive’.
1.2 This non-technical summary relates to the SA Report, which has been prepared by the Breckland DistrictCouncil (the District), and represents a SA to support the Breckland Local Plan.
Local Plan
1.3 In accordance with the Localism Act, the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), the DevelopmentPlan Regulations and as part of Breckland District Council’s statutory duty it is preparing a Local Plan to guidefuture development across the District over the plan period to 2036. When adopted the Local Plan will:
Set the settlement hierarchy for the District;allocate Housing, Employment, Retail and Open Space;provide area strategies for the District;set the approach to the Environment, Economy, Infrastructure and the Community; andprovide detailed Development Management Policies.
1.4 National planning policy requires that Local Authorities should consider the inter-relationships between social,economic and environmental considerations. Therefore, Local Authorities should seek to support sustainabledevelopment through their Local Plans. The process of plan making has always relied on the choices betweendifferent options for the development and use of land through the planning system.
Sustainability Appraisal
1.5 The requirement to produce a Sustainability Appraisal Report (incorporating the requirements of StrategicEnvironmental Assessment) for the emerging Local Plan is a legal requirement under the Planning and CompulsoryPurchase Act (2004) which seeks to ensure that the decision-making process takes into account the key objectivesof sustainable development. These are:
Social progress which meets the needs of everyone;Effective protection of the environment;Prudent use of natural resources; andMaintenance of high and stable levels of economic growth and employment.
1.6 Sustainability appraisal is a systematic process, and its role is to promote sustainable development byassessing the extent to which the emerging plan, when judged against reasonable alternatives, will help to achieverelevant environmental, economic and social objectives. Sustainability Appraisal is iterative which is a mandatoryrequirement of Local Plan preparation, and helps to ensure that sustainable development is treated in an integratedway at each step in the preparation of the Breckland Local Plan.
Character of the District
1.7 Spanning over 500 square miles Breckland is a geographically large rural District located in the heart ofNorfolk. The District is characterised by a dispersed settlement pattern of market towns, villages and hamlets andis represented through 112 town and parish councils, and the District Council. The size and spread of the district
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has a major impact on service delivery and presents significant challenges for the organisations that are deliveringboth community and economic support in the area in terms of access and engagement. Much of the area is rural,given over to agriculture, with the second major land usage being open space and heathland ('the Brecks').
1.8 The population is set to grow from the current 138,233 to 153,313 by 2036 (ONS Sub-national populationprojections 2012-2037). Breckland has a low population density with less than one person per hectare comparedwith an average for England and Wales of 3.4 people.
Key Sustainability Issues and Appraisal Objectives
1.9 A Scoping Report (2013) was required as part of the SA process which involved setting the context for theappraisal by considering environmental, social and economic baseline information, and relevant plans andprogrammes. These were refined in the interim SA Report (2014) and this included the identified key sustainabilityissues and characteristics and outlined the SA framework, which will be used in appraising the Local Plan. TheSA framework consists of 19 objectives that aim to meet the key social, environmental and economic issues forthe District. These key issues, characteristics and SA objectives are group under sustainability topics and listedbelow.
Sustainability Objective usedin the SA
Key Issues and Characteristics for the DistrictSEA/SATopic
1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land andproductive agricultural holdings
Limited stock of brownfield land (in the long term) means newdevelopment will inevitably result in the loss of agricultural land.
Land,water
and Soil The principle is to direct development to the built up areas as themost sustainable locations. It is acknowledged in the Core Strategythat the need to identify sufficient deliverable and developable sitesto meet current (and any new housing) requirements will result inthe need to identify greenfield sites.
and encourage therecycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
Resources
There may be conflicts between the priority to make the best useof brownfield land and the sustainability aim to ensure that soils inthe built environment are able to fulfil various functions.
There will be a need to avoid developmenton, and otherwiseminimise theimpacts on, areas of nationally and locally importantlandscape and countryside designations.
2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of naturalprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
High rates of development on previously developed land in futureyears may incrementally alter the character and quality of life inbuilt up areas as well as increasing concerns about congestionand pressure on existing infrastructure.
Need to protect groundwater resources and aquifers.
3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to accommodateadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
New developments will make additional demands on water supply(for homes and industry etc) in an area where capacity of naturalsystems is limited.
Much of Breckland is open countryside so new development couldalter the natural drainage patterns.
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Sustainability Objective usedin the SA
Key Issues and Characteristics for the DistrictSEA/SATopic
4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Need to reduce waste and manage remaining waste in asustainablemanner.
Climate
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5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
Promote the usage of renewable energy and reduce contributionsto climate change.air
pollutionBreckland is a rural District with a wide geographical dispersal ofhousing, in some cases contributing to high levels of commuting.The lack of public transport in remote areas increases dependencyon the use of the private car resulting in high levels of ownershipand usage.
There will need to be a consideration of the location of developmentaway from areas which may have emerging air quality issue; andwhich may also be susceptible to atmospheric pollution(SSSI’s,SAC,SPA).
Traffic congestion is an increasing issue in parts of Breckland andit is unlikely that there will be significant public funding availablefor new roads.
6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk.
Long term implications of climate change at a local level remainuncertain, but hotter drier summers, wetter winters and increasedincidences of flooding and extreme weather events, are expected.Plans and strategies will need to have regard to this and especiallythe need to mitigate any impacts locally.
7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity andpromote and conservegeodiversity.
The quality and diversity of habitats in the District should continueto be protected and the quality of habitats should be improved,where possible, to increase biodiversity. This needs to be balancedwith the needs of leisure and recreation and developmentrequirements and with the vulnerability of important areas ofbiodiversity.
Biodiversity
Protect and enhance areas covered by National and Internationaldesignations.
8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District.
The Brecks, from which Breckland takes its name is a unique,nationally protected landscape and the contains approximatelyone fifth of the East of England's SSSI's. This coupled with thepredominantly rural nature of the District means that developmentmay result in the loss or deterioration of local habitats, wildlife sitesand Protected species.
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Sustainability Objective usedin the SA
Key Issues and Characteristics for the DistrictSEA/SATopic
9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.
Uncontrolled or sympathetic development could harm locallandscape and settlement character.
Cultural
heritageand
landscape
Actively promote the character and distinctiveness of theConservation Areas.
Reduce possible impacts on the environment and character ofBreckland whilst allocating sufficient land to provide for housingrequirements.
10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment.
Ensure the protection and enhancement of heritage assets throughappropriate design and scale of new development.
Conservation designations and priorities may constraindevelopment that would otherwise have sustainability benefits.Need to strike a balance between intensification of previouslydeveloped land and the need to safeguard the historic environment.
11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Breckland’s population is relatively healthy. However there is anational trend towards a more elderly population and also towardsmore sedentary lifestyles. These have implications for makingprovision for the health and well-being of the District’s populationnow and in the future.
Population
andhuman
health12. Reduce and prevent crimeNo key issues that relate to sustainability
13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space.
Much of the area is rural, given over to agriculture, with the secondmajor land usage being open space and heathland (‘the Brecks’).
14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Increase in the population of the area will increase the demand forfacilities. Against a back drop of an ageing population, this mayinclude a significant degree of special needs access facilities andcommunity transport schemes.
Inclusive
communities
Rural locations can make it difficult to justify the business case forregular transport connections to major shopping, employment,entertainment and health facilities.
15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income.
Encourage appropriate development of community facilities in rurallocations.
Dependence on the private car for convenience, shopping, schoolrun and commuting has a consequential effect on the support forpublic transport. The lack of support may mean that those withoutthe benefit of having access to a car experience a degree of socialexclusion.
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Sustainability Objective usedin the SA
Key Issues and Characteristics for the DistrictSEA/SATopic
16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decentand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
Increasing demand for housing.
An increasing population and changing demographic structure willimpact future household characteristics and will have implicationsfor the provision of housing, employment opportunities andservices. There will be issues of dependency and the specific needsof the older age groups in the future.
Understanding the level of need for new housing requirement inlightof the revocation of the East of England Plan and planning for thelocation of this housing is the critical issue to be addressed throughthe Local Plan process.
There is a need for more affordable housing in both built-up andrural areas.
There is a need to provide the right type of market housing (1, 4& 5 bed room houses).
There will be a need to have regard to the housing requirementsof a more elderly population.
Need to establish requirements for sites for Gypsies, Travellersand Travelling Showpeople.
17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Breckland needs to maintain and improve its standing as a tourismdestination.
Economic
ActivityOut-migration of young people and increase in the elderly has beenexacerbated by demographic change and will have a major impacton the economy in the future, leading to skills gaps in the economy.
The town has important shopping centres that need to be supportedin order to keep them vital and viable.
Higher order shopping centres outside of the District may impactupon the success of retail provision within the smaller centreswithin the District.
18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate totheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
There are pockets of deprivation particularly within the urban area.Economic regeneration is particularly important in these areas ofthe town to help alleviate poverty.
19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness andadaptability of the localeconomy.
The economic activity rate is lower than the regional levels.
Over reliance on manufacturing industries and certain employmentsectors within the District and a lack of skilled labour.
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1.10 The appraisals presented within this SA reflect the proposed policies. They all form part of the evidencebase that underpins the emerging plan. It includes the assessment of the cumulative, secondary and synergisticeffects of the plan. The SA findings help 'document the story' behind the plans preparation and present a trail ofoptions throughout the plan-making process, regardless of subsequent choices or plan progression. The policieshave been developed having regard to the comments received during the earlier stages of consultation on boththe plan and the sustainability appraisal.
Strategic Vision
1.11 The Strategic Vision is aligned to sustainable development appropriate to the rural nature of the District.This means that it recognises that outside of the strategic urban extensions the approach needs to balance thecapacity of services, opportunities for infrastructure improvement, the need for affordable housing and employmentwith the impact development can have on the character of an area and its tourist industry. In addition, the visionrecognises the importance of community level decisions and linking development to neighbouring district’s plansto provide synergistic impacts.
Strategic Objectives
1.12 The 18 strategic objectives give specific direction to the spatial strategy and core policies, and are groupedinto five categories:
development in the right place;meeting the housing need;a strong economy;a rich environment; andthriving communities.
1.13 As part of the sustainability appraisal, the strategic objectives were assessed against the 19 sustainabilityobjectives. The assessment revealed that the strategic objectives cover almost all aspects of the sustainabilityobjectives. Where they differ is that the strategic objectives do not explicitly reference developing housing in areasof no or low flood risk. However, any development will require flood risk assessment, which will identify risks andput forward management options. Where there is a contradiction, is in the strategic objective of encouraging useof A11 and A47 as part of economic growth. This will negatively affect air quality because of increases in trafficflow. Similarly, some increase in emissions is inevitable with increased residential and retail development withinthe District. What is important is that the District, public and business all ensure we implement measures to reducethis impact to an acceptable level.
Local Plan Policies
1.14 A review of international, national, regional, and local planning policy and guidance, and how it shouldinfluence the Local Plan and SA, has been undertaken. The Local Plan has taken this policy and guidance intoaccount and reflects the aim’s of these documents within its policies.
1.15 GEN 01 Sustainable development in Breckland - The policy represents a localised approach to sustainabledevelopment based around the key issues for the District, including the rural economy and emphasising the needto mitigate climate change. This approach scores more positively than the alternative option of following the NationalPlanning Policy Framework approach.
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1.16 GEN 02 Promoting High Quality Design - The policy requires all new development within the District todemonstrate high quality design. The policy scores positively against the sustainability appraisal objectivesparticularly in relation to maintaining, enhancing and preserving the distinctiveness, diversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
1.17 GEN 03 Settlement Hierarchy - The Local Plan considered a number of alternative options including botha more dispersed and more focused development pattern. GEN 03 represents a balanced development patternand scores positively against the sustainability appraisal objectives, particularly in regards to housing provisionand the delivery of services and facilities. The Local Service Centres have been developed to ensure that thereis a level of service provision within each of these villages, including public transport to a higher order centre.
1.18 GEN 04 Development Requirements for the Attleborough Strategic Urban Extension - the policy requiresa masterplan approach for the development of the site. The policy sets out the infrastructure requirements, whichscores positively against the requirement for improvements and accessibility to essential services and facilities.All the options score poorly against the loss of undeveloped land. There is limited brownfield land available withineither Attleborough or Breckland District, therefore there are very limited opportunities to vary this approach.
1.19 GEN 05 Settlement Boundaries - The policy approach sets out where settlement boundaries will be definedand the policies which are relevant to the determination of residential planning applications inside and outside ofsettlement boundaries. The policy scores well in relation to the social sustainability objectives.
1.20 HOU 01 Development Requirements (Minimum) - The policy approach is for the 612 dwellings per annum,this reflects the requirement set out within the Strategic Housing Market Assessment and is reflective of housingneed within the housing market area. The policy approach therefore scores positively against objectives relatingto the provision of housing land and also in reducing level of inequality within the District and ensuring all groupshave access to essential services and facilities. The policy and all alternative options do however score poorly inregards to loss of undeveloped land. The extent of this impact however will be dependent on the location of thedevelopment.
1.21 HOU 02 Level and Location of Growth - The policy has been developed in conjunction with the settlementhierarchy (GEN 03) which seeks a balanced distribution whilst also ensuring developments have access to essentialservices and facilities. A range of options have been developed which look at different distribution levels. Thepolicy scores well in relation to redressing inequalities, provision of housing to meet needs and also access toservices and facilities.
1.22 Overall development in Local Service Centres as opposed to large settlements will potentially have greaternegative impacts from increased visual impacts and increased numbers of residents needing to commute tosignificant facilities like hospitals, senior schools and work opportunities. Conversely, development in LSC shouldincrease the vitality and economy of these local areas and may stimulate new local employment opportunities.
1.23 Developments in Key Settlements and Market Towns have a greater risk of pressure on water resources,fluvial and sewer flood risk and reducing the percentage of and open space. The significant benefit of developmentin larger settlements is the reduction in commuting distances to facilities and services.
1.24 Where development in an area can be unpopular and cause a significant issue is where local day-to-dayfacilities like primary schools and doctors surgeries are at full capacity. The preferred option and second alternativeoption takes into account the quantity of suitable land (including capacity of existing facilities, flood risk, highwaysand pressure on habitats) to accommodate development, in defining the quantity of development to each tier ofsettlement including Local Service Centres.
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1.25 The policy of distributing growth across settlements with the greatest level of service provision in the Districtshould provide the most sustainable option for development by taking into account the suitability of areas toaccommodate development, offering opportunities to support the local economy in more rural areas and offeringeasy access to open spaces in and around Key Settlements and Market Towns.
1.26 HOU 03 Development Outside of the Boundaries of Local Service Centre - This policy is intended to workwith policy HOU 02 in those Local Service Centre villages where the land representations put forward are unableto meet the housing target for the village set out within HOU 02. The alternative option is to not include a policy,which would lead to an under allocation in these villages. The alternative approach scores poorly against therequirement to ensure all groups have access to housing and also in regards to redressing inequalities, this is dueto the under allocation against the housing target.
1.27 HOU 04 Rural Settlements with Boundaries - This policy deals with the approach to rural areas outside ofthe settlement hierarchy which have retained a settlement boundary. The settlements within the settlement hierarchy(GEN 03) are considered the most sustainable, and any new development outside of these areas is likely to impactupon the sustainability objectives. There is however a need for housing within some of these areas and the preferredapproach of not restricting housing to the existing settlement boundaries scores positively against the sustainabilityobjectives in relation to providing new dwellings.
1.28 HOU 05 Small Villages and Hamlets Outside of Settlement Boundaries - HOU 05 allows small scaledevelopment in the most rural settlements in Breckland, subject to meeting a range of criteria, including gainingthe support of the parish council. The policy scores poorly in relation to loss of undeveloped land, reducing localisedair pollution and improving accessibility to essential services and facilities. However the policy does score positivelyin relation to ensuring all groups have access to housing. Development in these areas is limited, this policy seeksto allow limited development to help meet needs of these communities. The alternative approach is to rely onnational policy, which is restrictive of development in these locations.
1.29 HOU 06 Principle of NewHousing - the policy supports new housing development inside existing settlementboundaries and aims to ensure that new developments make efficient use of land, which reflects the character ofthe area. This policy scores well against the sustainability objectives. Whilst not including a policy does not meanthat these issues will not be addressed, the weight that can be attributed to them may be diminished and as suchthis scores negatively against the sustainability objectives.
1.30 HOU 07 Affordable Housing - the policy requires 25% affordable housing on sites of 11 or more dwellingsor where the development is over 1000 sqm. The policy is a reduction in the level of affordable housing requiredin comparison to the Core Strategy, which is represented in alternative option 1. Whilst policy HOU 07 does notscore as well as the Core Strategy requirement in relation to objectives 15 and 16, this is balanced against therequirement for a viable Local Plan, which also provides other types of infrastructure.
1.31 HOU 08 Provision for Gypsies, Travellers and Travelling Showpeople - The policy seeks to provide both acriteria based approach for dealing with planning applications and for meeting existing need. The policy approachscores well in relation to objectives associated with the landscape, the policy includes criteria on this basis. Thepolicy also requires sites to be well related to services and facilities, which scores positively against objectives15-16 and 18-19. The alternative approach is to allocate a specific site for gypsy and travellers through the LocalPlan, the impact on a number of the objectives would be dependent upon the sites location, however it would scorepositively against the objective relating to redressing inequalities.
1.32 HOU 09 Specialist Housing - the Strategic Housing Market Assessment highlights the fact that Breckland'solder population is increasing. In order to meet the needs of this group, the policy supports the development ofspecialist housing. The preferred policy approach scores positively against the sustainability criteria aroundredressing inequalities and the provision of new dwellings to meet the needs of the population. Whilst the NPPFis supportive of delivering a full range of house types, it is considered that the policy scores better against thesocial requirements of the sustainability appraisal.
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1.33 HOU 10 Technical Design Standards for New Homes - the requirements for adaptability and accessibilityof dwellings should help to redress existing inequalities and allow people to stay within their homes for longer,hence the policy scores positively against the sustainability objectives for ensuring access to new homes for allgroups within society. The policy also sets a requirement for limiting water consumption in new development whichhelps to meet objectives relating to water consumption and reuse.
1.34 HOU 11 Residential Replacement, Extension and Alteration - dwellings within the countryside often forma key part of the traditional vernacular of the area. The Strategic Housing Market Assessment has demonstratedthe need for different size dwellings including smaller dwellings. The inclusion within the policy of the requirementsfor replacement dwellings to be similar in scale to the original dwelling therefore scores positively against thesustainability objective.
1.35 HOU 12 Conversion of Buildings in the Countryside - agricultural buildings form a key characteristic of thecountryside within Breckland. A local employment growth study highlighted the role of the rural economy and theuse of small units to support Breckland's wider economy. The policy allowing the conversion of existing buildingswithin the countryside and retention of suitably constructed buildings scores well against the sustainability objectives.The preferred policy requires consideration of an economic reuse in the first instance.
1.36 HOU 13 Agricultural Workers Exceptions - Due to the nature of the businesses that they are intended tosupport agricultural workers dwellings are often located within isolated locations in the countryside and are developedupon undeveloped or agricultural land. The policy requires consideration of whether there is a suitable site nearbyor a building, which may be possible of conversion. This scores more positively against the sustainability objectivesas the alternative option of following the NPPF does not include this consideration. Both the policy and alternativeapproaches score well in relation to the provision of new dwellings.
1.37 HOU 14 Affordable Housing Exceptions - HOU 14 seeks include a policy on affordable housing exceptionsites scores more positively against the sustainability objectives than not including a specific policy. Whilst theNPPF does support the role of exception sites, it is considered that a specific policy would be beneficial for housingdelivery. In addition it also scores well in regards to redressing inequalities and supporting the local economy.
1.38 TR01 Sustainable Transport Network - The sustainable transport policy includes requirements for newdwellings to be located in areas with good public transport access. The alternative option of not including a policydoes not mean that sites will not be sustainably located in areas with good access to public transport. However,it may diminish the weight that can be given to it through the planning application process.
1.39 TR02 Transport Requirements for Major Developments - The policy sets the requirement that majordevelopments should consider the cumulative impact of development on transport improvements. This scorespositively against the objectives relating to dealing with localised air pollution, which is likely to be impacted bycumulative development. The alternative option is to not include a policy within the Local Plan and rely on theNPPF.
1.40 ENV 01 Green Infrastructure - having a local policy about ensuring that the most valuable green spacesare preserved scores positively against the sustainability objectives. Reliance on the NPPF scores negativelyagainst the sustainability objectives.
1.41 ENV 02 Sites of European, National and Local Nature Conservation Importance - all options protectinternational and national designated sites but the alternative option has a lower level of protection for local sites.A lower level of protection is likely to see these sites facing pressure for redevelopment, and it may diminish theweight that can be given to their protection through the planning process and therefore scores lower against thesustainability objectives.
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1.42 ENV 03 The Brecks Protected Habitats and Species - the Brecks are a large area of undeveloped arableland in the south west of the district that are designated as a Special Protection Area (SPA). The policy seeks toensure that development does not adversely affect the SPA and consequently minimises loss of undevelopedopen space and habitat, therefore meeting numerous other environmental and social sustainability objectives. Noalternative option has been specified as the habitats regulation assessment, sets out the requirement for this policy.
1.43 ENV 04 Open Space, Sport and Recreation - all new residential developments are required to provide openspace and the preferred policy of providing onsite rather than offsite open space scores higher against thesustainability objectives as it ensures that it will be provided within the development that it is intended to serve.
1.44 ENV 05 Protection and Enhancement of the Landscape - the landscape forms a key part of the characterof the district and the preferred policy approach is to include a policy on the protection and enhancement of thelandscape. National and local policies both score positively against the sustainability objective but having a localpolicy based on the findings of a Landscape Character Assessment is preferable.
1.45 ENV 06 Trees, Hedgerows and Development - having a specific policy on protection of trees and hedgerowscould in some cases help protect open space, undeveloped land, habitats and character landscapes meeting allthe relevant sustainability objectives.
1.46 ENV 07 Designated Heritage Assets - the historic environment and designated heritage assets are animportant part of the character of Breckland. The inclusion of a local policy on the historic environment within theLocal Plan scores more positively against the sustainability objectives because it allows for additional informationto be provided to inform planning application decisions and includes the guidance set out by Historic England.
1.47 ENV 08 Non-Designated Heritage Assets - these assets not only contribute towards the character of thelandscape and townscape of the District but also impact upon the vitality of the town centre in a positive manner.A policy seeking the protection of those assets not nationally protected but which are listed on the Norfolk HistoricEnvironment Record scores positively against the sustainability objectives relating to landscape and townscapeand the historic environment.
1.48 ENV 09 Flood Risk & Surface Water Drainage - Both the preferred and alternative option (of following theNPPF) score well against the sustainability objectives, as they seek to ensure that new developments are notplaced in areas at risk of flooding. The preferred direction of a local policy that includes the Norfolk County CouncilGuidance on sustainable drainage systems, which can form part of a green infrastructure network, scores higher.
1.49 ENV 10 Renewable Energy Development - The preferred approach of including a policy on renewableenergy development, will help to guide developers and planners on the criteria for suitable schemes and theirlocations. It is recognised that most renewable development will be on undeveloped or agricultural land whichcould have a negative sustainability impact as well as potentially affect landscape and settings for heritage assets.The use of criteria to minimise the negative impact of the location and the positive impacts on climate changeobjectives means the policy scores higher overall against the sustainability objectives.
1.50 EC 01 Economic Development - The three options presented all look to increase the level of employmentgrowth within Breckland. The policy seeks to allocate employment growth in line with the policy on scenario setout within an employment growth study. All the approaches score well against the sustainability objectives relatedto the provision of employment land for the local economy. The employment growth scenario based on past takeup rates will require a greater supply of land. This will have an impact upon development on undeveloped land,due to the limited levels of brownfield land in Breckland.
1.51 EC 02 Snetterton Heath - The proposed policy seeks to direct the types of employment uses within theemployment area. This approach allows compatible uses to be located adjacent to each other. The approachscores well against the criteria related employment uses.
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1.52 EC 03 General Employment Areas - The policy seeks to protect general employment areas within Brecklandfor employment uses. This approach scores well against the sustainability objectives based around the economyand complies with an Employment Growth Study undertaken in 2013. However, restricting development onemployment sites may be detrimental to the provision of facilities and services in settlements and lead to vacantland that could be used to provide homes.
1.53 EC 04 Employment Development Outside of General Employment Areas - The policy seeks to locateemployment development to general employment areas in the first instance; however, it acknowledges that thisapproach is not always suitable. The alternative would be to not restrict the location of employment development.The preferred option will guide development in the countryside, which supports agriculture and forestry. This optionalso allows a level of flexibility to ensure economic development is not overly restricted by lack of appropriatelylocated, available land.
1.54 EC05 Town Centre and Retail Strategy - The preferred policy approach has been developed having regardto the findings of a Retail and Town Centre Study. The approach takes into account the size of the town centreswithin Breckland's market towns and scores well against the economic objectives relating to the vitality and viabilityof these centres. The preferred option also scores well against the social aspects of the sustainability appraisalrelating to access to service and facilities.
1.55 The alternative option is rely on the impact assessment threshold within the NPPF. This is a higher thresholdthan recommended within the preferred policy. A significant proportion of retail development that comes forwardwithin Breckland is below this level. Relying on a higher threshold may adversely affect the vitality and viability ofthe town centres.
1.56 EC 06 FarmDiversification - Farm diversification is an important mechanism to support farming enterprises,securing their ongoing viability and can provide services to rural communities and scores well against the economicsustainability objectives. The policy scores less well in relation to the loss of undeveloped agricultural land andimpacts on climate change from increased traffic attracted to the rural location.
1.57 EC 07 Tourism Related Development - Both the preferred policy and the alternative option recognise theimportance of tourism for Breckland's economy and support its development, in this regard both policy optionsscore well against sustainability objectives relating to the local economy. The preferred policy is more supportiveof smaller scale developments within the rural area than the alternative option, which promotes hotel/motelaccommodation near town centres and emphasised re-using existing buildings or previously developed land. Dueto the limited levels of brownfield land within the District, particularly in rural areas, the preferred option scoresnegatively against the sustainability objectives relating to loss of undeveloped land as well as encourage car useto rural locations.
1.58 EC 08 Advertising and Signs - Advertisements and signs can have a significant impact on the aestheticsof an area and a development. Including a positive local plan policy should help to ensure that the impact of signson the District's environment, including landscape townscape character and also the historic environment are takeninto account through the planning process. This approach scores positively against the sustainability objectivesfor the environment.
1.59 COM 01 Design - The design of a development is a key part of the planning process and should beconsidered at the very beginning of the scheme. Including a locally led set of design principles will help to achievethis goal and scores positively against the sustainability objectives. Not including a local policy does not mean thatdesign would not be considered through the planning process, however it risks not being as responsive to the localarea. Furthermore, it scores poorly around objectives to consider landscape and townscape character and thehistoric environment in design.
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1.60 COM 02 Healthy Lifestyles - Including a policy on healthy lifestyles should ensure that the health impactsof a development are taken into account throughout the design stage of an application, and scores positivelyagainst the social sustainability objectives.
1.61 COM 03 Protection of Amenity - consideration of amenity is a key part of the planning process. Without aspecific local plan policy, it does not mean that amenity will not be considered through the planning process.However, the level of weight that can be given to different amenity issues through the planning process may bediminished. Not including a policy within the local plan scores negatively against a number of the sustainabilityobjectives, particularly those relating to the environment.
1.62 COM 04 Community Facilities - the preferred approach is to include a policy around the protection ofcommunity facilities through the Local Plan. This approach is carried forward from the Core Strategy and scoreswell against the social sustainability objectives. Local facilities provide access to facilities for people who may notbe able to travel to higher order settlements. The alternative option is to not include a specific policy within theLocal Plan and instead rely on policies within the NPPF. This approach scores negatively against a number ofsustainability objectives and will lead to the need to travel further to services and facilities.
1.63 INF 01 Telecommunications - New telecommunications infrastructure is important for delivering andsupporting a strong economy within Breckland, as such policies supporting the development of telecommunicationsinfrastructure score well against the sustainability objectives for the economy. The alternative option of not restrictingthe location of telecommunication infrastructure potentially has significant negative impacts in relation to landscapeand townscape character, the historic environment, biodiversity, green infrastructure and geodiversity. The proposedcriteria based policy for locating telecommunications infrastructure scored higher against the sustainability objectives.
1.64 INF 02 Developer Contributions - Developer payments contribute to the provision of infrastructure orrefurbishment of existing provision to support the additional pressure new development makes on both local andstrategic infrastructure. The preferred approach is to include a policy on developer contributions but what can besecured as a developer contribution is set out within the Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations. Having regardto the requirements of these regulations, it is not considered that there is a reasonable alternative to the approachproposed within the preferred direction.
Local Plan Site Allocations
1.65 Alongside the Local Plan policies, there are site allocations for residential, employment and retail units.These allocations have been designed to meet the requirements set out within HOU 01 and EC 01. The allocationsand alternative options have all been assessed as part of the sustainability appraisal, this is set out in AppendixC.
Cumulative, secondary and synergistic impacts
1.66 Cumulative, secondary or synergistic impacts on the local plan were identified to cover both the overlappingeffect of other plans (inter-effects) on the Local Plan and the effects within the policies of the Local Plan (intra-effects).For example, at the inter-effect level, policies aimed at protecting open space and natural habitats also complimentplans to boost tourism in the District.
1.67 The Local Plans for districts around Breckland are all in production and cumulatively propose 69,500 newhomes and associated infrastructure. Mostly impacts are local but where resources are shared (eg. water, air andgreen infrastructure) the risk of cumulative impact is increased. As the local plans all promote policies for sustainabledevelopment and in compliance with best practise the risk of cumulative impact on shared resources are minimised.
1.68 At an intra-effect level, the majority of policies have an overall positive cumulative effect. In particular, thereare very positive (++) cumulative effects associated with those sustainability objectives aimed at encouraginginclusive communities and economic activity at the local level. Importantly, the assessment revealed no overallnegative cumulative effects.
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Mitigation
1.69 The SA process has predicted the significant environmental and wider sustainability effects likely to occuras a result of the implementation of the Breckland Local Plan. Where possible, the process also identifiedopportunities to enhance the positive effects of the plan and mitigate the negative effects. However, the appraisalrecognises the need to consider the wider policy and operational context of the implementation of plan policies,and hence wider recommendations that may be applied to further development plan documents and processes.
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2 Introduction2.1 Breckland Council is in the process of preparing a Local Plan, which when adopted will guide futuredevelopment across the District over the plan period to 2036. When adopted the Local Plan will:
Set the settlement hierarchy for the DistrictAllocate Housing, Employment, Retail and Open SpaceProvide area strategies for the DistrictSet the approach to the Environment, Economy, Infrastructure and the CommunityProvide detailed Development Management Policies
2.2 Sustainability Appraisals are a fundamental part of plan making. This report forms the Sustainability Appraisalof the proposed policies of the Breckland Local Plan. Sustainability appraisal is a systemic process, and its roleis to promote sustainable development by assessing the extent to which the emerging plan, when judged againstreasonable alternatives, will help to achieve relevant environmental, economic and social objectives. SustainabilityAppraisal is an iterative process which is a mandatory requirement of Local Plan preparation, and helps to ensurethat sustainable development is treated in an integrated way in the preparation of development plans.
2.3 The sustainability appraisal process is governed by European and National legislation, supported byGovernment policy including:
The Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act (2004) which requires sustainability appraisal of emerging plans.The requirements of European Directive 2001/42/EC. This is often referred to as the Strategic EnvironmentalAssessment (SEA) Directive which requires the preparation of an environmental report that considers thesignificant environmental effects of a plan or programme. This Directive is transposed into UK law by TheEnvironmental Assessment of Plans and Programmes Regulations 2004: Statutory Instrument 2004 No.1633(SEA Regulations).
2.4 This sustainability appraisal incorporates the requirements of strategic environmental assessment (SEA).The SEA considers the effects of the Local Plan on the environment. The SA ensures that potential environmentaleffects are given full consideration alongside social and economic issues. The SA is consulted upon at the sametime as the Local Plan, and receives the same level of scrutiny as the Local Plan.
Pre-Submission Report
2.5 This report represents the fourth iteration of sustainability appraisal, following the scoping report (2013) andthe two interim SA Reports for the emerging plan in 2014 and 2016. The recommendations and findings of thesethree previous SA's have fed into this document. This SA appraises the Councils preferred policies contained inthe Pre-Submission publication. At this stage the SEA must be demonstrated. They all form part of the evidencebase that underpins the emerging plan. It includes the assessment of the cumulative, secondary and synergisticeffects of the plan. The SA findings help 'document the story' behind the plans preparation and present a trail ofoptions throughout the plan-making process, regardless of subsequent choices or plan progression. Followingrepresentations a final SAReport will be submitted alongside the Draft secretary of state for independent Examinationby the Planning Inspectorate.
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3 Methodology3.1 The SA is carried out in a series of stages, which include setting the context and objectives for the SA,developing and assessing the effects of policy options and carrying out consultation on a SA report. The stagesof methodology are shown in Figure 3.1 'Sustainability Appraisal Process'
Figure 3.1 Sustainability Appraisal Process
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3.2 A scoping report meeting the requirements of stage A was published in April 2013 and further updates inSeptember 2014. These reports culminated in the production and updating of the sustainability appraisal frameworkand the setting of the sustainability appraisal objectives. This framework provides a way in which sustainabilityeffects can be described, analysed and compared, and forms the basis of the appraisal of the effects of the LocalPlan.
Developing and Refining Reasonable Alternatives
3.3 The SEA Directive requires the assessment of the likely significant effects of implementing the plan and allof tis reasonable alternatives. Developing options and alternatives is an important part of both plan-making andthe sustainability appraisal process. For the Local Plan, the reasonable alternatives are the different options putforward during the preparation of the plan.
3.4 The SA has been involved from an early stage in the development of this preferred directions report to ensurethat any adverse effects of proposals were identified as early as possible. Appraisals have been undertaken forall preferred directions policies.
Assessing the Significance of Effects
The SEA Directive requires..
...'an assessment of likely significant effects...taking into account the objectives and geographical scope ofthe plan or programme'
3.5 It is only necessary to assess those effects that are likely to be significant, not all possible effects. In thereport, the social, environmental and economic effects of policies have been predicted and evaluated for theirsignificance. Prediction of effects involves identifying what changes might occur to the sustainability baseline overtime - these changes are then evaluated for their likely significance, in terms of their probability, duration, frequencyand the geographical area likely to be affected.
3.6 Matrices have been prepared for each individual preferred policy direction. A significance score ranging from++very positive impact to --very negative is given against each objective. Ultimately the significance of an effectis a matter of judgement, making best use of available evidence, and requires no more than a clear and reasonablejustification. Where uncertainties exist or where it is considered that insufficient information exists to enable anaccurate assessment to be made this has been noted.
Consideration of Mitigation Measures
The SEA Directive requires..
...consideration of measures envisaged to prevent, reduce and as fully as possible offset any significantadverse effects on the environment of implementing the plan or programme.
3.7 These measures are referred to as mitigation measures, and can include recommendations for improvingbeneficial effects. These measures have been considered within the cumulative, synergistic and secondary effectschapter.
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Assessing Cumulative Effects
3.8 The assessment of effects of Local Plan Options includes potential secondary, cumulative and synergisticeffects as required by the SEA Directive. Many sustainability problems result from the accumulation of multiple,small and often indirect effects, rather than a few large obvious ones and consideration of such effects will beincluded in further discussion of significant effects in this report.
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4 Review of Relevant Plans, Programmes and Environmental Objectives4.1 To provide context for the Local Plan this report considers the relevant national, regional, local and internationalplanning policy in relation to the implications on the Local Plan. These may contain objectives and policyrequirements that need to be addressed in the document. The review of documents helps shape the sustainabilityobjectives and decision making criteria and identifies the issues that need to be addressed by the plan.
4.2 The SEA Directive requires that the SEA covers:
‘an outline of the contents, main objectives of the plan or programme and relationship with other relevant plansand programmes’ (Annex 1 (a)).
and
‘the environmental protection objectives, established at international, Community or Member State level, whichare relevant to the plan or programme and the way those objectives and any environmental considerations havebeen taken into account during its preparation’ (Annex 1 (e)).
4.3 A review of other plans and programmes that may affect the preparation of the Local Plan was undertakenin order to contribute to the development of both the SA and the Local Plan. This included:
Identification of any external social, environmental or economic objectives, indicators or targets that shouldbe reflected in the SA process;Identification of any baseline data relevant to the SA;Identification of any external factors that might influence the preparation of the plan, for example sustainabilityissues;Identification of any external objectives or aims that would contribute positively to the development of theLocal Plan;Determining whether there are clear potential conflicts or challenges between other identified plans,programmes or sustainability objectives and the emerging Local Plan.
4.4 The review included documents prepared at international, national, regional and local scale. A brief summaryof the documents reviewed and the main findings are summarised below. The full review of relevant plans,programmes and environmental objectives are contained within the 2013 SA Scoping Report(1).
International Plans and Programmes
4.5 A review was undertaken of key International Conventions and European Directives that could potentiallyinfluence the development of the Local Plan and the SA. European Directives are transposed into national legislationin each individual Member State and, therefore, there should be a trickle-down effect of the key principles and anapplication to the relevant national, regional and local circumstances in other planning documents.
National Plan and Programmes
4.6 A review was undertaken of relevantWhite Papers, plans and strategies. One of themost important documentsreviewed was the UK Sustainable Development Strategy which outlines the over-arching Government objectiveto raise the quality of life in our communities. Central Government establishes the broad guidelines and policiesfor a variety of different topics which are now brought together in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).The NPPF streamlines national planning policy into a consolidated set of priorities to consider when planning forand deciding on new development. It sets national priorities and rules only where it is necessary to do so. It aims
1 Breckland Local Plan Scoping Report (2013) Relationship with Relevant Plans, Programmes and EnvironmentalObjectives, Appendix 2, Stage A1, pages 43-153
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to ensure that planning decisions reflect genuine national objectives - such as the need to safeguard the naturalenvironment, combat climate change, and to support sustainable local growth - while allowing for local authoritiesand communities to produce their own plans, reflecting the distinctive needs and priorities of different parts of thecountry. The principle of sustainable development is at the heart of the NPPF.
Regional and Sub-Regional Level Planning
4.7 The Localism Act was granted Royal Ascent on the 15th of November 2011. The Act revoked some regionalplanning documents. The East of England Plan (RSS) was formally revoked in January 2013.
Local Policy
4.8 Plans produced at the local level specifically address issues relating to housing, economy; health; safety;tourism; environment, sustainable communities and employment. The Local Plan and the SA should draw fromthese documents and transpose their aims in their policies and proposals. These plans should in theory haveincluded the main influences of international, national, regional and county level plans through the ‘trickle-downeffect’. They should also provide more of a local focus for the Breckland area. It is, through identifying thesethemes and incorporating them into the Local Plan that synergies can be achieved with other relevant documents.
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5 Baseline Information and AssessmentCharacter of the District
5.1 Spanning over 500 square miles Breckland is a geographically large rural District located in the heart ofNorfolk. The District is characterised by a dispersed settlement pattern of market towns, villages and hamlets andis represented through 112 town and parish councils, and the District Council. The size and spread of the districthas a major impact on service delivery and presents significant challenges for the organisations that are deliveringboth community and economic support in the area in terms of access and engagement. Much of the area is rural,given over to agriculture, with the second major land usage being open space and heathland ('the Brecks').
5.2 The population is set to grow from the current 138,233 to 153,313 by 2036 (ONS Sub-national populationprojections 2012-2037). Breckland has a low population density with less than one person per hectare comparedwith an average for England and Wales of 3.4 people.
Key Sustainability Issues and Appraisal Objectives
5.3 A Scoping Report (2013) was required as part of the SA process which involved setting the context for theappraisal by considering environmental, social and economic baseline information, and relevant plans andprogrammes. These were refined in the interim SA Report (2014) and this included the identified key sustainabilityissues and characteristics and outlined the SA framework, which is used in appraising the Local Plan. The SAframework consists of 19 objectives that aim to meet the key social, environmental and economic issues for theDistrict. These key issues, characteristics and SA objectives are group under sustainability topics and listed below.
Sustainability Objective usedin the SA
Key Issues and Characteristics for the DistrictSEA/SATopic
1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land andproductive agricultural holdings
Limited stock of brownfield land (in the long term) means newdevelopment will inevitably result in the loss of agricultural land.
Land,water
and Soil The principle is to direct development to the built up areas as themost sustainable locations. It is acknowledged in the Core Strategythat the need to identify sufficient deliverable and developable sitesto meet current (and any new housing) requirements will result inthe need to identify greenfield sites.
and encourage therecycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
Resources
There may be conflicts between the priority to make the best useof brownfield land and the sustainability aim to ensure that soils inthe built environment are able to fulfil various functions.
There will be a need to avoid developmenton, and otherwiseminimise theimpacts on, areas of nationally and locally importantlandscape and countryside designations.
2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of naturalprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
High rates of development on previously developed land in futureyears may incrementally alter the character and quality of life inbuilt up areas as well as increasing concerns about congestionand pressure on existing infrastructure.
Need to protect groundwater resources and aquifers.
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Sustainability Objective usedin the SA
Key Issues and Characteristics for the DistrictSEA/SATopic
3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to accommodateadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
New developments will make additional demands on water supply(for homes and industry etc) in an area where capacity of naturalsystems is limited.
Much of Breckland is open countryside so new development couldalter the natural drainage patterns.
4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Need to reduce waste and manage remaining waste in asustainablemanner.
Climate
changeand
5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
Promote the usage of renewable energy and reduce contributionsto climate change.air
pollutionBreckland is a rural District with a wide geographical dispersal ofhousing, in some cases contributing to high levels of commuting.The lack of public transport in remote areas increases dependencyon the use of the private car resulting in high levels of ownershipand usage.
There will need to be a consideration of the location of developmentaway from areas which may have emerging air quality issue; andwhich may also be susceptible to atmospheric pollution(SSSI’s,SAC,SPA).
Traffic congestion is an increasing issue in parts of Breckland andit is unlikely that there will be significant public funding availablefor new roads.
6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk.
Long term implications of climate change at a local level remainuncertain, but hotter drier summers, wetter winters and increasedincidences of flooding and extreme weather events, are expected.Plans and strategies will need to have regard to this and especiallythe need to mitigate any impacts locally.
7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity andpromote and conservegeodiversity.
The quality and diversity of habitats in the District should continueto be protected and the quality of habitats should be improved,where possible, to increase biodiversity. This needs to be balancedwith the needs of leisure and recreation and developmentrequirements and with the vulnerability of important areas ofbiodiversity.
Biodiversity
Protect and enhance areas covered by National and Internationaldesignations.
8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District.
The Brecks, from which Breckland takes its name is a unique,nationally protected landscape and the contains approximatelyone fifth of the East of England's SSSI's. This coupled with the
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Sustainability Objective usedin the SA
Key Issues and Characteristics for the DistrictSEA/SATopic
predominantly rural nature of the District means that developmentmay result in the loss or deterioration of local habitats, wildlife sitesand Protected species.
9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.
Uncontrolled or sympathetic development could harm locallandscape and settlement character.
Cultural
heritageand
landscape
Actively promote the character and distinctiveness of theConservation Areas.
Reduce possible impacts on the environment and character ofBreckland whilst allocating sufficient land to provide for housingrequirements.
10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment.
Ensure the protection and enhancement of heritage assets throughappropriate design and scale of new development.
Conservation designations and priorities may constraindevelopment that would otherwise have sustainability benefits.Need to strike a balance between intensification of previouslydeveloped land and the need to safeguard the historic environment.
11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Breckland’s population is relatively healthy. However there is anational trend towards a more elderly population and also towardsmore sedentary lifestyles. These have implications for makingprovision for the health and well-being of the District’s populationnow and in the future.
Population
andhuman
health12. Reduce and prevent crimeNo key issues that relate to sustainability
13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space.
Much of the area is rural, given over to agriculture, with the secondmajor land usage being open space and heathland (‘the Brecks’).
14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Increase in the population of the area will increase the demand forfacilities. Against a back drop of an ageing population, this mayinclude a significant degree of special needs access facilities andcommunity transport schemes.
Inclusive
communities
Rural locations can make it difficult to justify the business case forregular transport connections to major shopping, employment,entertainment and health facilities.
15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income.
Encourage appropriate development of community facilities in rurallocations.
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Sustainability Objective usedin the SA
Key Issues and Characteristics for the DistrictSEA/SATopic
Dependence on the private car for convenience, shopping, schoolrun and commuting has a consequential effect on the support forpublic transport. The lack of support may mean that those withoutthe benefit of having access to a car experience a degree of socialexclusion.
16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decentand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
Increasing demand for housing.
An increasing population and changing demographic structure willimpact future household characteristics and will have implicationsfor the provision of housing, employment opportunities andservices. There will be issues of dependency and the specific needsof the older age groups in the future.
Understanding the level of need for new housing requirement inlightof the revocation of the East of England Plan and planning for thelocation of this housing is the critical issue to be addressed throughthe Local Plan process.
There is a need for more affordable housing in both built-up andrural areas.
There is a need to provide the right type of market housing (1, 4& 5 bed room houses).
There will be a need to have regard to the housing requirementsof a more elderly population.
Need to establish requirements for sites for Gypsies, Travellersand Travelling Showpeople.
17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Breckland needs to maintain and improve its standing as a tourismdestination.
Economic
ActivityOut-migration of young people and increase in the elderly has beenexacerbated by demographic change and will have a major impacton the economy in the future, leading to skills gaps in the economy.
The town has important shopping centres that need to be supportedin order to keep them vital and viable.
Higher order shopping centres outside of the District may impactupon the success of retail provision within the smaller centreswithin the District.
18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate totheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
There are pockets of deprivation particularly within the urban area.Economic regeneration is particularly important in these areas ofthe town to help alleviate poverty.
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Sustainability Objective usedin the SA
Key Issues and Characteristics for the DistrictSEA/SATopic
19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness andadaptability of the localeconomy.
The economic activity rate is lower than the regional levels.
Over reliance on manufacturing industries and certain employmentsectors within the District and a lack of skilled labour.
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5.4 Baseline information provides a platform for predicting and monitoring any effects that a policy or proposalmay have and can help to identify sustainability problems, emerging trends and possible solutions. The collationof social, environmental and economic information has helped to build a characterisation of the plan area. A numberof indicators were devised for each objective, and potential indicators developed to allow comparisons betweenlocal and national data to provide a wider picture of the current situation.
5.5 The baseline table in Appendix A Chapter 9 lists the key indicators against their relevant appraisal objectivesand shows the current situation, and any trends noted for each indicator. The characterisation is broken down intosub-objectives that are contained within the broader environmental, social and economic considerations. The tablealso highlights where any gaps in the data exist that need to be filled; the source of the data and an analysis ofthe current situation and any trends emerging. The written baseline assessment contained in the 2013 ScopingReport supplements the table of indicators with a broader discussion of Breckland’s environmental, social andeconomic characteristics.
5.6 The baseline assessment highlights where data has been obtained and illustrates where information hasnot been able to be obtained. Much of the data collected has come from National data sets and may not be availableat the appropriate spatial scale and as a result may not be suitable for direct comparison.
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6 Cumulative, Secondary and Synergistic ImpactsInter effects
6.1 A review of the plans and policies in Section 9 for cumulative, secondary or synergistic impacts on the localplan highlighted a number of effects:
Local Plan objectives and other policies to protect open space, natural habitats, heritage assets andenvironmentally designated areas compliment plans to boost tourism in the District (The Good Practice Guideto Planning for Tourism and Government Tourism Policy) as these natural areas are a tourist attraction assetfor the District.The framework outlined in Getting the measure of fuel poverty will have secondary impacts on local planpolicies regarding climate change and air quality emissions from domestic heating.Measures proposed in The Portas Review An independent review into the future of our high streets andsubsequent government response by promoting and improving the success of local high street will indirectlyreduce the need/desire to commute to seek day-to-day facilities.Laying the Foundations: A Housing Strategy for England by promoting sustainable housing and developmentwill have secondary impacts on Local Plan policies regarding waste reduction, climate change and air qualityemissions from reduced energy and resource requirements.Designs proposed in Manual for Streets will provide streets that reduce the risk of crime and anti-socialbehaviour.Plans to improve public transport like Green Light for Better Buses, Making Sustainable Local TransportHappen and Railways for All will have secondary and synergistic impacts on sustainability objectives foraccess to jobs, improved health and well being, access to essential services and facilities.Policies for sustainable homes like The Carbon Plan:Delivering our low carbon future and Green GuideSpecification has a secondary impact of improving access to affordable homes through reduced runningcosts.Regional and local plans to promote economic growth e.g. Delivering Economic Growth in Norfolk’ Thestrategic role for Norfolk County Council and Employment Land Review by providing local employmentopportunities reduces the distances people commute and therefore reduces secondary impacts from emissionsand allows walking or cycling to work with associated health benefits.
6.2 Under the Duty to Cooperate; Breckland District Council, in conjunction with Broadland District Council,Norwich City Council and South Norfolk Council, commissioned a Strategic Housing Market Assessment, whichprovided evidence in relation to housing need and demand in the District up to 2036 (published 2015). An updatedSHMA for the Central Norfolk authorities was published in 2017 and necessitated reconsideration of the scale ofplanned housing growth in the District beyond the current plan period.
6.3 The surrounding districts are developing their own Local Plans and are at different stages of development.In early 2015 all Local Authorities in Norfolk, working through its strategic planning member forum, agreed toformally cooperate on a range of strategic cross-boundary planning issues through the preparation of this NorfolkStrategic Framework (NSF). The Framework sets out shared objectives and strategic priorities to improve outcomesfor Norfolk and inform the preparation of future Local Plans.
6.4 The Norfolk authorities have agreed to adopt the same end date (2036) covering the period that theirrespective Local Plans will plan for. This decision assists the development of the overarching strategic planningframework as well as enabling consistency in addressing and delivering the housing and employment need inNorfolk over this period.
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6.5 The draft NSF document sets out that by 2036 the population of the County is expected to grow from anestimated population in 2016 of 889,800 to 1,00,2000(2), a rise of 113,200 or 12.7%. Much of this growth is drivenby net inward migration and an ageing population.
6.6 Based on this population projection the evidence suggests that the Norfolk Authorities will need to collectivelyplan for approximately an additional 90,000 (4,500 per annum) homes between 2016 and 2036. Many of thesenew homes are already included within adopted Local Plan documents, and all new Local Plan documents forneighbouring authorities are subject to the same sustainability appraisal process as Breckland Local Plan. Wherethere are cumulative impacts is where resources are shared across boundaries, such as water resources, greeninfrastructure and air quality.
6.7 Below is an assessment of the potential for cumulative impacts between local plans on sustainability aspectsand appropriate mitigation within the wider area around and including Breckland:
Land resources - for development on agricultural land, the local plans have regard to national planningpolicies, including policies to protect the best and most versatile land to support food production and mineralsexploration. Providing compliance to these policies we would expect no cumulative impact on loss of qualityland resources within Breckland or regionally.Water resources - This is one of the highest risks of cumulative negative impact. Along side of the local plans,joint and partnership working between the Environment Agency, water industry bodies, local authorities andothers is undertaken in order to deliver water efficiency, management and infrastructure benefits. Statutoryrequirements under the Water Framework Directive (WFD) will continue to apply and be implementedprincipally in accordance with the Anglian River Basin Management Plan, supported by national planningpolicy. Breckland should work co-operatively with other authorities, the Environment Agency and watercompanies to ensure the spatial planning aspects of the Anglian River Basin Management Plans are appliedand the distribution and scale of growth have regard to the capacity of waste water treatment works andWFDrequirements.Flood risk - to minimise the cumulative risk of flooding regionally local flood authorities have a duty (underthe Flood and Water Management Act 2010) to co-operate to develop strategies for managing local floodrisk provisions. Breckland has developed a Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (updated in 2008) and thePartnership of Norfolk District Councils (Broadland, North Norfolk, Broads Authority, Norwich City Counciland South Norfolk) produced a Strategic Flood Risk Assessment in January 2008. In addition, the Flood RiskRegulations 2009 impose a duty on the Environment Agency and lead local flood authorities to take stepsto identify and prepare for significant flood risk.Soil resources - soil impacts are local and appropriately considered at the local level without cumulativeimpact.Air pollution - National planning policies, including those on air quality, sustainable development and transport,will continue to apply and inform local plan policies. The benefits of more sustainable transport provision andinfrastructure and sustainable locations for development should reduce the risk of a cumulative impact onlocal air quality within Breckland. In addition Breckland is mostly a rural district and does not have any airquality management areas which a cumulative impact could adversely affect and push the District above athreshold.Climate change - climate change is recognised as a global threat caused by cumulative local impacts. Hencenational planning policy expects local authorities to plan for new development in locations and ways thatreduce greenhouse gas emissions, and minimise future vulnerability in a changing climate. Breckland alongwith the surrounding local authorities support the delivery of renewable and low-carbon energy and energyefficiency measures including minimising the need for commuting. The local authorities work together acrossadministrative boundaries and with the Environment Agency to plan development that properly minimisesthe effects of climate change, particularly from flooding.
2 Mid 2014 based ONS population projections
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Biodiversity - while significant effects are unlikely due to existing legislation and policies (eg local biodiversityaction plans) to protect biodiversity/wildlife there remains some potential for significant adverse effects,because of the cumulative level of housing and employment growth proposed focused in and around theDistrict. Natural England as a statutory consultee for developments within the impact risk zone of a designatedhabitat/s as well as the requirement to screen and if necessary for local authorities to undertake an AppropriateAssessment will identify any cross border cumulative impacts on habitats supporting vulnerable biodiversity.Cultural heritage - The most important cultural heritage sites are subject to statutory protection. In developingthe local plan all local authorities have drawn on available information on the historic environment, includingdata from partners, to identify sensitive area. Breckland will need to co-ordinate with the neighbouring localauthorities to address cross boundary issues.Landscape - There are a number of river valleys that provide key landscape settings within Breckland. Nationalplanning policies provide for countryside protection, including protections for valued landscapes and nationallydesignated areas (which are also subject to statutory protection). Current policy in Planning Policy Guidance2: Green Belts and the draft National Planning Policy Framework contain strong policies protecting the GreenBelt from inappropriate development.Population - There is no reason why cumulative positive effects cannot ensue through a combination of localauthority intervention, third sector action and responses from the market outside the District’s scope. Localauthorities are expected to work collaboratively with neighbouring authorities and Local Enterprise Partnershipsto determine the regeneration needs of their areas.Human Health - national policies relevant to health and wellbeing, which underpins the concept of sustainabledevelopment are reflected in the policies for local plan’s for Breckland and surrounding Districts.Inclusive communities - as impacts are local there should be no cumulative impact on inclusive communitiesfrom the developments proposed in the local plans.Economic Activity - as power is shifted away from central government to local communities, citizens andindependent providers decisions should be made locally, meaning impacts are local. Partnerships like theGreater Norwich Development Partnership have formed to produce joint or aligned local plans to maximiseopportunities for positive impact. Breckland needs to continue to communicate with the surrounding localauthorities to identify opportunities for synergistic economic impacts.
Intra effects
6.8 The table in Appendix B outlines an assessment of potential secondary, cumulative and synergistic effectswithin the policies of the Local Plan, as required by the SEA Directive. Many sustainability problems result fromthe accumulation of multiple, small and often indirect effects, rather than a few large obvious ones, and considerationof such effects are discussed in this section.
6.9 A summary of the intra-plan cumulative, secondary or synergistic impacts table in Appendix B is below
19181716151413121110987654321SAObjective
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Table 6.1
6.10 As the above table shows, when combined, the majority of policies have an overall positive cumulativeeffect. In particular, there are very positive (++) cumulative effects associated with those sustainability objectivesaimed at encouraging inclusive communities and economic activity at the local level. In this context, economic,social and employment related policies all complement each other, reinforcing that the local community is essentialcomponent in achieving sustainable development. Furthermore, these policies are supported by the overall transportpolicy, which aims to improve local access through sustainable uses of transport (TR01 Sustainable TransportNetwork) which will help support growth by improving access to local amenities and employment areas.
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6.11 The cumulative assessment (appendix B) also reveals that biodiversity, cultural heritage, landscape andpopulation, and human health achieve an overall positive cumulative (+) score. Economic and environmentalpolicies recognise that there will be the inevitable loss of greenfield land associated with the designated housingsites. Nevertheless, both areas of policy state that this will be limited to specific areas, and above all designatedareas will be protected. There are positive cumulative interactions therefore between both areas of policy. Forinstance, expanding green infrastructure will not only benefit from preserving and enhancing biodiversity, but willlead to improvements in air quality associated with the increase in open space; attract more local visitors andencourage tourism; and improve the landscape and tranquillity. The Brecks will be protected and thus continue toattract visitors. Similarly, the retail strategy aims to improve the quality and range of services, which will again addto the attractiveness of the area, and potential for tourism.
6.12 Objective 1 Minimising the irreversible loss of undeveloped land is the only objective to have a negativecumulative effect. There is limited brownfield land available within the District and therefore to be able to meet thedevelopment requirements of the District. Furthermore, although both ‘limiting water consumption to the naturalcapacity of natural processes and storage systems’ and ‘minimising the production of waste and supporting therecycling of waste’ are partially in conformity, there are likely to be negative intra-cumulative effects associatedwith both these objectives. It is anticipated that with the development of multiple affordable housing sites, thecumulative effects of an increase in production of waste and limits to water consumption will need to be considered.
6.13 Another potential negative cumulative effect arises from the rural areas policy. Although improving theaccess of facilities and employment is encouraged in rural areas, this may also increase single occupancy caruse, as public transport will not be develop in rural areas. Therefore, there may be a slight increase in emissionsas a result.
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7 Prediction, Evaluation and Mitigation of the Effects of the Plan7.1 Predicting the effects of the Local Plan is necessary in order to consider the potential changes to the identifiedbaseline conditions, with or without strategic actions. In the context of this document, the strategic actions are theLocal Plan policies. The prediction of effects seeks to consider the direct and indirect effects of the policies againstthe baseline and considers the scale, probability and impact of them. The effects have been identified through theappraisal and cumulative appraisal in 12 'Assessment of Local Plan Policies' and 13 'Cumulative Assessment ofLocal Plan Policies'
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SAObjectiv
e1:
Minim
isetheirreversibleloss
ofun
develope
dland
andprod
uctiv
eag
riculturalh
olding
san
den
courag
ethe
recycling/reus
eof
onsitereso
urcesto
minim
isetheim
pactson
theen
vironm
entand
safegu
ardreso
urcesforthe
future
gene
ratio
ns
Prob
ability
ofOccurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
SpatialE
xten
tPo
sitiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Certain
Permanent
Long
term
DistrictWide
Positive
and
NegativeImpacts
GEN01,G
EN03,
GEN04,G
EN05,
Loss
ofgreenfieldland
HOU01,H
OU02,
across
the
District
HOU03,H
OU04,
HOU05,H
OU06,
HOU08,H
OU11,
HOU12,H
OU13,
HOU14,E
NV01,
ENV02,ENV03,ENV
04,E
NV05,E
NV10,
EC01,E
C02,E
C03,
EC04,E
C05,E
C06,
EC07
Assessm
ent:Thepolicieswithintheplan
arelikelytohave
bothpositiveandnegativeimpactsaround
theloss
ofundevelopedland.The
greatestcauseofloss
ofundevelopedland
withintheLocalPlanisduetothehousingandem
ploymentrequirements.The
housingtargethas
been
defined
withintheCentralN
orfolkStrategicHousing
MarketA
reaandisbasedaround
theneed
tomeetthe
District'sfullobjectively
assessed
housingneed
asrequiredwithinthroughtheNationalPlanningPolicyFram
ework.Thereislim
itedbrow
nfieldland
availabilitywithin
Breckland,and
assuch
thedeliveryofhousingandem
ploymentsiteswillrequire
theloss
ofgreenfieldland.P
oliciesdo
require
theuseof
brow
nfieldland
firstwhereitisappropriatetodo
so.Furthermoreanumberofthe
environm
entalpoliciesalso
scorepositivelyagainstthe
SA
objective,wherethey
seek
toprotectkey
environm
entalcharacteristics.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
heloss
ofgreenfieldland
todevelopm
entacrosstheDistrictwillbe
mitigatedthroughthecontrolledreleaseofland
fordevelopmenttoensurethatthebestuseofbrow
nfieldland
ismade.Also,thorough,requirementstoensurethemostefficientuse
ofavailableland
ensuringdevelopm
entisbuiltatappropriatedensities.R
eleaseswillalso
bemadeinlinewith
identifieddevelopm
entneeds
toensurethatexcessiveland
isnotallocatedresulting
inloss
ofundevelopedland.
33Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SAObjectiv
e2:Limitwater
cons
umptionto
thecapa
cityof
naturalprocesses
andstorag
esystem
san
dmaintainan
den
hanc
ewater
quality
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
Long
term
DistrictWide
Positive
and
negativeimpacts
GEN01,G
EN03,
GEN04,H
OU01,
Waterconservation
methods
areencouraged,
HOU02,HOU07,
resulting
inmorelim
ited
consum
ption
HOU08,H
OU09,
HOU13,E
NV09,
EC01,E
C02,E
C04,E
C05,E
C06,
EC07
Assessm
ent:New
developm
ent(bothresidentialand
econom
ic)w
illhave
arequirementforincreasedwaterresources.
Thebaseline
informationshow
sthatBreckland
isoneofthedriestDistrictsinEngland,isrelativelydryintermsofannualrainfallandthattheaquiferthat
underlies
theDistrictserves
otherareas
aswellastheDistrictitself.TheWaterCycleStudy
indicatesthatthereissufficientcapacity
toaccommodatetheplannedlevelofgrowth.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:G
eneralsupportisgiventotheprinciples
ofwaterconservationthroughpolicieswithintheLocalPlan.Theinclusionof
morewatersaving
measureswithinthepoliciesisrestrictedhoweverthroughrevisionstothenationalplanningpolicyguidance
andtheimpact
ontheoverallviabilityofthedevelopm
ent.
SAObjectiv
e3:
Ensu
rethesu
staina
blereus
eof
water
toacco
mmod
atead
ditio
nalg
rowth
andde
velopm
entw
ithminim
alim
pacts
onwater
quality
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
Long
Term
DistrictWide
Positive
GEN01,G
EN03,
GEN04,H
OU01,
Sustainablereuseof
waterlim
iting
consum
ption
HOU02,H
OU07,
HOU08,H
OU09,
HOU13,E
C01,
EC07
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SAObjectiv
e3:
Ensu
rethesu
staina
blereus
eof
water
toacco
mmod
atead
ditio
nalg
rowth
andde
velopm
entw
ithminim
alim
pacts
onwater
quality
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Assessm
ent:Thissustainabilityobjectivehasbeen
included
followingcommentsfromtheEnvironm
entA
gency.Thepolicieswithinthe
documenthavebeen
informed
bytheWaterCycleStudy,and
thefindingsintheupdatedWaterCycleStudy
andStrategicFloodRisk
Assessm
enthaveinformed
amendm
entstopolicies.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:S
eemitigationcommentsforsustainabilityobjective2
SAObjectiv
e4:
Minim
isetheprod
uctio
nof
waste
andsu
pportthe
recyclingof
waste
Prob
ability
ofOccurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
Long
Term
DistrictWide
Negative
GEN01,G
EN
03,H
OU01,
HOU07,H
OU
08,E
C01
Landfillcapacity
exhaustedthrough
increaseddevelopm
ent
Assessm
ent:New
developm
entw
illlead
toan
increasedam
ountofwaste,w
hich
willneed
tobe
dealtw
ithintheCounty.NorfolkCounty
CouncilaretheMineralsandWasteAuthorityforN
orfolkandhave
produced
aMineralsandWasteCoreStrategy
andSite
Allocations
DPD's.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
hereislim
itedoptions
form
itigatingagainstanincrease
inwastethroughtheLocalPlan.Thesustainabilityappraisal
forthe
siteallocations
includes
referencetotheproximity
ofrecyclingcentrestothesites.
SAObjectiv
e5:
Red
uceco
ntrib
utions
toclim
atech
ange
andlocalised
airp
ollutio
n
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
Long
Term
DistrictWide
Positive
and
negativeimpacts
GEN01,G
EN03,
GEN04,G
EN05,
Increasedlevelsofair
pollution
HOU01,H
OU02,
HOU03,H
OU04,
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SAObjectiv
e5:
Red
uceco
ntrib
utions
toclim
atech
ange
andlocalised
airp
ollutio
n
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
HOU05,H
OU07,
HOU08,H
OU09,
HOU13,TR01,TR
02,E
NV04,E
NV
05,E
NV06,E
NV
10,E
C01,E
C04,
EC05,E
C06,E
C07,C
OM02,C
OM
04
Assessm
ent:Clim
atechange
isasignificantissueon
anumberofdifferentscales,itisaglobalissueeffectingworldwidenaturalprocesses,
nationalintermsofits
widerrangingeffectson
biodiversityorriskofflooding,whilstalsobeingalocalproblem
.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
hepoliciesaround
thelocationofhousing,em
ploymentand
retailsitesfocusthemajority
ofthedevelopm
entplanned
forB
reckland
onthekeysettlem
ents,m
arkettow
nsandlocalservice
centrevillages.Thisapproach
helpstomitigateagainstincreased
levels
ofcaruse
byplacingdevelopm
entinareaswherethereisaccess
topublictransport,inthisregardthepoliciesscorepositivelyagainstthe
sustainabilityobjective.Thehousingpoliciesforthe
smallervillages
andhamletshave
anegativeimpact,asthereisunlikelytobe
public
transportfacilitiesavailable.Onlylim
itednumbersofhouses
arelikelytocomeforwardthroughthesepolicies,thereforethenegativeimpacts
arelikelytobe
minimised.
SAObjectiv
e6:
Toad
apttoclim
atech
ange
andavoid,
redu
cean
dman
ageflo
odris
k
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
Long
Term
DistrictWide
Positive
GEN01,G
EN03,
GEN04,H
OU01,
Reduceriskoffloodingto
newandexisting
developm
ents
HOU02,H
OU03,
HOU07,E
NV02,
ENV04,E
NV05,
ENV09,E
C01,
EC05
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SAObjectiv
e6:
Toad
apttoclim
atech
ange
andavoid,
redu
cean
dman
ageflo
odris
k
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Assessm
ent:Theevidence
base
forw
aterandflood
riskisincluded
withintheWaterCycleStudy,S
trategicFloodRiskAssessm
entand
sequentialtest.Thesedocumentsshow
thatthereisenough
land
availablefordevelopmentw
ithintheDistrictwithoutthe
need
tobuild
inarea
atriskofflooding.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
hepreferredapproach
withintheLocalPlanistoprovideaspecificpolicysetting
outthe
requirementsfromplanning
applications
inrelationtoflood
risk.Inadditiontothis,italsorequiresdevelopm
enttomitigateagainstsurface
waterfloodingon-site
through
theuseofSustainableDrainageSystems.
SAObjectiv
e7:
Protect,co
nserve,enh
ance
andexpa
ndbiod
iversity
andprom
otean
dco
nserve
geod
iversity
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
Long
Term
DistrictWide
Positive
and
NegativeEffects
GEN01,G
EN04,
HOU01,H
OU02,
Num
berofsitesprotected
forbiodiversity
and
HOU07,H
OU08,
geodiversity.E
xpansion
ENV01,E
NV02,
ofhabitatsofimportance
tobiodiversity.
ENV03,E
NV04,
ENV05,E
NV06,
EC01,E
C04,E
C06,C
OM03,INF
01
Assessm
ent:Breckland
contains
ahigh
numberofimportant,E
uropean,Nationaland
Localsites,which
have
been
protectedfortheir
biodiversityorgeodiversityimportance.Thedevelopm
entrequirementsoutlinedinHOU01
andEC
01arelikelytoputpressureon
undeveloped
land
forhousing
andem
ploymentdevelopment.How
everpoliciesENV02
andENV03
aredesigned
toprotectthese
features.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
heapproach
totheprotectionandenhancem
entofbiodiversity
andgeodiversityinthecontextofthe
LocalPlanhas
been
assessed
throughtheHabitatsRegulations
Assessm
ent.Theapproach
setoutwithintheLocalPlanseekstoprotectand
enhance
designated
biodiversitysites,howeverrecognises
thattherewillbe
loss
ofundevelopedland
which
isnotsubjecttoaEuropean,nationalor
localdesignation.
37Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SAObjectiv
e8:
Protect,en
hanc
ean
dincrease
Green
Infrastruc
ture
intheDistrict
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
Long
Term
DistrictWide
Positive
Impacts
GEN01,G
EN04,
HOU01,H
OU02,
Num
berofsiteswhich
contributetoGreen
HOU07,H
OU08,
Infrastructurewithinthe
District.
ENV01,E
NV02,
ENV03,E
NV04,
ENV05,E
NV06,
EC01,C
OM03,
INF01
Assessm
ent:Brecklandincludes
anumberofsiteswhich
contributetowards
biodiversitywithintheDistrict.The
policieshave
tried
toincorporate
greeninfrastructurewhereverpossible.Thegreeninfrastructurepolicysupportsthedeliveryofgreeninfrastructurethroughtheplanning
processandattemptstomitigateagainstthe
loss
ofthesesites.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
hemitigationapproach
togreeninfrastructureistoincludeaspecificpolicywithintheLocalPlan,toensurethatitis
fully
considered
throughplanning
applications,protected
fromdevelopm
entonandenhancem
entaresoughtwherepossible.
SAObjectiv
e9:
Maintain,
enha
ncean
dpreserve
thedistinctiven
ess,diversity
andqu
ality
ofland
scap
ean
dtowns
cape
character
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
raryor
perm
anen
t
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
Long
Term
DistrictWide
Positive
GEN01,G
EN02,
GEN03,H
OU01,
New
developm
ent
provides
quality
HOU02,H
OU03,
environm
entsthat
HOU06,H
OU07,
respondtolocal
HOU08,H
OU09,
landscapetownscape
character
HOU11,H
OU12,
HOU13,E
NV01,
ENV02,E
NV03,
ENV04,E
NV05,
ENV06,E
NV07,
ENV08,E
C01,E
C02,EC04,EC05,EC
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA38
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SAObjectiv
e9:
Maintain,
enha
ncean
dpreserve
thedistinctiven
ess,diversity
andqu
ality
ofland
scap
ean
dtowns
cape
character
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
raryor
perm
anen
t
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
06,E
C08,C
OM01,
COM02,C
OM03,
INF01
Assessm
ent:Breckland
hasadiverselandscapeandlocally
distinctivepatternsofdevelopm
ent.Thisdiversity
isan
importantcharacteristic
ofthearea
andhasbeen
assessed
throughtheLandscapeCharacterAssessm
entand
also
theSettlementFringe
Study.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:N
ewdevelopm
enthas
thepotentialtoimpactupon
thelandscapeandtownscape
oftheDistrict.Inordertomitigate
againstthe
potentialimpactupon
thelandscapeandtownscape,thisshouldbe
considered
throughtheplanning
process.Thereisspecific
policiessuch
asDesign,which
look
atthis,butanumberofotherpoliciesalso
includeareferencetoitinthecriteria
forthe
assessmentof
applications.Byem
beddingitintoindividualpoliciesitisconsidered
thatthiswillincrease
theweightw
hich
canbe
giventoitinthedetermination
ofplanning
applications.
SAObjectiv
e10:C
onservean
dwhe
reap
prop
riate
enha
ncethehistoricen
vironm
ent
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
MediumtoLong
Term
DistrictWide
Positive
GEN01,G
EN02,
GEN03,H
OU01,
Thecharacterofthe
historicenvironm
entis
HOU02,H
OU03,
conservedand
HOU05,H
OU07,
enhanced.Buildings
with
HOU08,H
OU09,
ahistoricvalueare
HOU12,E
NV01,
conservedand
enhanced.
ENV04,E
NV06,
ENV07,E
NV08,
EC01,E
C04,E
C05,E
C08,C
OM01,
COM02,C
OM03,
INF01
39Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SAObjectiv
e10:C
onservean
dwhe
reap
prop
riate
enha
ncethehistoricen
vironm
ent
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Assessm
ent:Thedistricthas
50conservationareasandover1500
listedbuildings.These
historicfeatures
contributegreatly
tothecharacter
oftheDistrict.N
ewdevelopm
entintheform
ofresidential,em
ployment,tourismorinfrastructurehasthepotentialtoimpactupon
Breckland's
historicenvironm
ent.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:TheLocalPlanincludes
twospecificpoliciesrelatingtotheprotectionofthehistoricenvironm
ent,oneofwhich
relating
todesignated
heritageassets,and
theothertonon-designated
heritageassets.The
inclusionoflocalised
policieswillhelptomitigateagainst
proposalscomingforwardwhich
couldharm
thehistoricenvironm
ent.Inadditiontothisanumberofpoliciesalso
includereferencetothe
need
toprotectthe
historicenvironm
ent,andaddtotheweightw
hich
canbe
giventotheissuethroughthedeterminationofplanning
applications.
SAObjectiv
e11:Improv
ethehe
alth
andwellb
eing
ofthepo
pulatio
n
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
MediumtoLong
Term
DistrictWide
Positive
GEN01,G
EN03,
GEN04,H
OU01,
Growthislocatedin
areaswherethereis
HOU02,H
OU07,
convenientaccess
toHOU09,H
OU10,
healthcareandsocial
facilities.
ENV01,E
NV04,
EC01,E
C05,
COM01,C
OM02
Assessm
ent:New
developm
enthas
thepotentialtoimpactupon
thehealthandwellbeing
ofthepopulationinanumberofdifferentw
ays.
Notonlydoes
theincrease
inpopulationhave
impactsupon
thecapacityatlocalsurgeries,newhousingcanimpactupon
health.D
evelopments
area
also
abletobuiltinfeatures
such
aspedestrianandcyclelinks
which
canimprovehealth.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:C
entraltotheLocalPlanisensuringthatthepopulationhasgood
access
toessentialservicesandfacilities.Ingeneral
thistakestheform
ofprom
otingsignificantdevelopm
entinareaswhich
have
theseservices
inexistencealready,butalsocanincluderequiring
provisiontobe
madeforthose
services
inresponse
tonewdevelopm
ent.Thereforethesignificanceofthiseffectisrelativelyhigh
andessential
toimprovingpeopleshealthandwellbeing
across
theDistrict.The
LocalPlanincludes
apolicyrelatingtohealthylifestylesandrequiring
developm
enttoincorporatehealthandwellbeing
intothedesign
ofthescheme.
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SAObjectiv
e12:R
educ
ean
dPreven
tCrim
e
Prob
ability
ofOccurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
MediumTerm
Local
Positive
GEN02,H
OU
01,H
OU08,
COM01
Reductioninthefearof
crimethroughdesign
quality
Assessm
ent:Whilstcrim
eratesarenothighinBreckland,thisissomething
which
ismonitoredthroughthebaselinesurvey.The
design
ofnewdevelopm
entscanhave
animportantroletoplay
inbothreducing
crimeandreducing
thefearofcrimewithintheDistrict.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:D
esignquality
willbe
assuredthroughthedevelopm
entm
anagem
entfunctionoftheCouncil,inconjunctionwith
the
Police'sArchitecturalliaison
Officer.Theinclusionoftwospecificdesign
policieswithintheLocalPlanwillhelptoachievethisaim.Itw
illalso
beachieved
throughtheapproach
toinfrastructurewhich
willincludeensuringthatpublicopen
spaceandtransportroutes
arewelllitand
surveyed.
SAObjectiv
e13:Improv
ethequ
ality
andqu
antityof
publiclyaccessibleop
ensp
ace
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Certain
Permanent
ShorttoLong
Term
DistrictWide
Positive
GEN01,G
EN02,
GEN03,G
EN04,
Openspaceisprovided
andprotectedinthe
GEN05,H
OU01,
District
throughnew
developm
ents
HOU02,H
OU03,
HOU04,H
OU05,
HOU07,H
OU08,
HOU12,H
OU13,
ENV01,E
NV02,
ENV04,E
NV06,
EC01,C
OM01,
COM02,INF02
Assessm
ent:Theevidence
base
foropenspaceisprovided
throughtheOpenSpace
Assessm
entand
theparishSchedule.Thisshow
sthat
thereisasignificantdeficitinopen
spacewithinBreckland
inrelationtothesize
ofthepopulation.Theassessmentisbasedon
theFields
InTrustsspacestandardsforchildren'splay
areasandoutdoorsports
facilities.
41Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SAObjectiv
e13:Improv
ethequ
ality
andqu
antityof
publiclyaccessibleop
ensp
ace
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
heLocalPlanincludes
aspecificpolicyon
open
spaceandrequiresallnetnewdw
ellings
tocontributetowards
open
space.Sitesof25
dwellings
ormorewillbe
requiredtoprovideon-site
open
space,whilstthose
forlessthan
25willneed
toprovideafinancial
contribution.Thiswillbe
securedthroughaplanning
obligations,inaccordance
willtherequirementsoftheCom
munity
InfrastructureLevy
regulations.Inadditiontothisthepolicyalso
seekstoprotectexistingopen
spaces
fromredevelopm
ent.
SAObjectiv
e14:Improv
ethequ
ality,ran
gean
daccessibility
ofessentialservicesan
dfacilities
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Temporary
ShorttoLong
Term
DistrictWide
Positive
GEN01,G
EN03,
GEN04,G
EN05,
Levelsofservice
provisioninrural
settlem
entsaremaintain
orimproved.
HOU01,H
OU02,
HOU03,H
OU05,
HOU07,H
OU
Essentialservices
becomemoreaccessible
08,TR
02,E
NV
04,E
C01,E
C03,
EC05,E
C06,
COM04
Healthyandvibranttow
ncentrestoservethe
needsoftheDistrict
Assessm
ent:Maintaining
access
toservices
andfacilitiesisan
essentialpartofcreatingsustainabledevelopm
entw
ithinBreckland.D
ueto
thesize
oftheDistrictandthelim
itedlevelsofpublictransportprovision,itisimportanttomaintainexistingservices
andfacilitiesfrom
re-developmentpressures.Furthermore,itisalso
importanttodirectdevelopm
entinareaswherethereisgood
publictransportlinks.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
heLocalPlanincludes
aspecificpolicyon
theprotectionofcommunity
facilities.Itrequiresapplications
forthe
change
ofuseofthesefacilities,todemonstratethattheuseisno
longerviable,thisincludes
throughthemarketingoffacilitiesatan
appropriatevalue.
Thisapproach
willbe
particularly
importantintheruralareas
andlocalservice
centrevillages.Furthermore,thepoliciesseek
toconcentrate
developm
entinareaswith
betteraccesstoservices
andfacilities.
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA42
7
SAObjectiv
e14:Improv
ethequ
ality,ran
gean
daccessibility
ofessentialservicesan
dfacilities
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
TheLocalPlanalso
supportstheroleoftowncentreswithinBreckland
throughpoliciesallocatingnewdevelopm
entintheseareas.Inaddition
tothisthepolicyalso
recommends
alowerimpactassessmentthreshold,w
hich
shouldsecurethemajority
ofretaildevelopm
entstowards
thetowncentre.Thisisimportantnotonlyinmaintaining
thevitalityandviabilityoftheDistrict,butalso
indirectingdevelopm
enttoareas
wherethereispublictransportaccessibility.
SAObjectiv
e15:R
edress
ineq
ualitiesrelatedto
age,ge
nder,d
isab
ility,race,faith
,loc
ationan
dinco
me
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
MediumtoLong
Term
Local/D
istrict
Wide
Positive
GEN01,G
EN02,
GEN03,G
EN04,
Sufficienthousingis
securedforallinneed
HOU01,H
OU02,
Incomeinequalitiesare
reducedby
providing
affordablehousing
HOU03,H
OU07,
HOU08,H
OU09,
HOU10,H
OU14,
ENV04,E
C01,
Encourageddiversity
ofem
ployment
EC02,E
C05,
COM02,C
OM04
Essentialservices
becomemoreaccessible
Assessm
ent:Thereareanumberofinequalities
withintheDistrictwhich
theLocalPlancanseek
toaddress.Inequalities,canincludeaccess
tohousing(bothprivateandaffordable)fordifferentgroups
withinthecommunity.Itcan
also
includeaccess
toessentialservicesandfacilities,
forinstancethoseon
lowerincomes
arelikelytofindithardertoaccess
services
andfacilitiesintheruralarea.TheLocalPlanincludes
arangeofpolicieswhich
willhelptotackletheseissues.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
hehousingtargetforB
reckland
hasbeen
setbased
onthefindingsoftheCentralN
orfolkStrategicHousing
Market
Assessm
ent.Thishasassessed
thehousingneedsforallgroups
withinBreckland
andhasbeen
used
tosetthe
annualhousingtarget.In
additiontothisithasalso
provided
theaffordablehousingrequirement.
43Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SAObjectiv
e15:R
edress
ineq
ualitiesrelatedto
age,ge
nder,d
isab
ility,race,faith
,loc
ationan
dinco
me
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
TheLocalPlanincludes
aspecificpolicyon
theprotectionofcommunity
facilities.Itrequiresapplications
forthe
change
ofuseofthese
facilities,todemonstratethattheuseisno
longerviable,thisincludes
throughthemarketingoffacilitiesatan
appropriatevalue.Thisapproach
willbe
particularly
importantintheruralareas
andlocalservice
centrevillages,helpingtoensuretheruralpopulationisserved
bylocalfacilities.
SAObjectiv
e16:E
nsureallg
roup
sha
veaccess
toaffordab
le,d
ecen
tand
approp
riate
hous
ingthat
meets
theirn
eeds
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Certain
Permanent
Long
Tern
DistrictWide
Positive
GEN01,G
EN03,
GEN04,G
EN05,
Sufficienthousingis
securedforallinneed
HOU01,H
OU02,
Increasedstockof
affordablehomes
HOU03,H
OU04,
HOU05,H
OU06,
HOU07,H
OU08,
Greaterprovisionof
affordablehousingin
ruralareas
HOU09,H
OU10,
HOU11,H
OU12,
HOU13,H
OU14,
ENV03,E
NV05,
ENV08,ENV09,EC
01,E
C03,C
OM01,
COM02,C
OM03,
INF02
Assessm
ent:TheCentralN
orfolkHousing
MarketA
ssessm
enthas
assessed
theaffordablehousingrequirementw
ithinBreckland,based
onthelevelofneedofthepopulationwithinthehousingmarketarea.ThereareanumberofpolicieswithintheLocalPlanwhich
willhave
apositiveimpacton
affordablehousingprovision,with
allnew
majordevelopm
entsbeingexpected
toprovideaffordablehousing.Som
eofthe
environm
entalpolicieshave
thepotentialtohave
anegativeimpacton
theachievem
entofthissustainabilityobjectiveas
they
restrictthe
area
wherenewhousingcanbe
developed.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
hepolicyseekstosecureaffordablehousingon-site
forallmajorapplications.Thiswillhelptomeetthe
affordable
housingneed
identifiedthroughtheCentralN
orfolkStrategicHousing
MarketA
ssessm
ent.Intheruralareas,the
LocalPlanalso
includes
a
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA44
7
SAObjectiv
e16:E
nsureallg
roup
sha
veaccess
toaffordab
le,d
ecen
tand
approp
riate
hous
ingthat
meets
theirn
eeds
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
policyaround
thedeliveryofruralaffordablehousingexceptionsite.These
siteshave
animportantroleindeliveringaffordablehousingto
areasoutsideofthelocationalstrategy.
SAObjectiv
e17:Inc
reasethevitalityan
dviab
ility
ofexistin
gtowncentres
Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
MediumTerm
Local
Positive
GEN01,G
EN02,
GEN03,G
EN04,
Thevitalityandviability
oftowncentresis
sustainedandenhanced
HOU01,H
OU02,
ENV01,E
NV07,
EC01,E
C03,E
C05,E
C06,E
C07,
EC08,C
OM01
Assessm
ent:Theapproach
totowncentreshasbeen
informed
bytheRetailand
TownCentre
Study
2014
andtheaddendum
,which
has
included
providingnewconvenienceandcomparison
requirementsforthe
plan
periodwithintheDistrict'smarkettow
ns.Inadditiontonew
developm
ents,improvingthevitalityandviabilityofthemarkettow
nsalso
includes
considerationoftheaestheticsofthetowncentre,m
aking
itamoreattractivearea
wherepeoplewanttospendtim
e.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:Tow
ncentregrow
thissupportedthroughpolicieswithintheLocalPlan,Thiswillbe
delivered
throughthedevelopm
ent
managem
entprocess
andneedstobe
coupledwith
newhousinggrow
thinappropriatelocations
with
linkagestothetowncentre.
SAObjectiv
e18:H
elppe
oplega
inaccess
tosatis
fyingworkap
prop
riate
totheirs
kills,p
oten
tialand
placeof
reside
nce Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
Long
Term
DistrictWide
Positive
GEN01,G
EN03,
GEN04,H
OU01,
Abetterrange
ofem
ploymentopportunities
HOU02,H
OU07,
45Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SAObjectiv
e18:H
elppe
oplega
inaccess
tosatis
fyingworkap
prop
riate
totheirs
kills,p
oten
tialand
placeof
reside
nce Prob
abilityof
Occurrenc
eIstheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Strong
econom
icgrow
thresulting
from
diversificationof
employmentopportunities
HOU08,H
OU12,
EC01,E
C02,E
C03,E
C04,E
C05,
EC06,E
C07,
COM03,INF01
Housing
ofan
appropriateaffordability
intermsofsize,typeand
tenuretohelpenable
employment
opportunities,
Assessm
ent:Thepoliciesaround
employmentprovision
have
been
informed
bytheEmploymentG
rowthStudy
2013.Thishasassessed
the
levelofemploymentgrowthrequiredwithintheDistrictovertheplan
period.Inadditiontothisithasalso
looked
attheexistinggeneral
employmentareas
withinBreckland
andconsiderwhetherthey
remainfitforpurpose
goingforward.Thedocumenthas
recommendedthe
need
forfurtherem
ploymentlandwithintheDistrictovertheplan
period.Italso
show
stheroletheruralareas
playsinsupportingtheeconom
y.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
heLocalPlanaimstosecureem
ploymentgrowththroughtheallocationofgeneralemploymentland.Thepoliciesin
theLocalPlanseekstoprotectthese
sitesforB
classuses.Itdoesalso
recognisetheneed
incertaininstancesforemploymentdevelopment
tobe
locatedoutsideofgeneralemploymentareas,thissupportstheissues
notedwithintheem
ploymentgrowthstudy.
SAObjectiv
e19:Improv
etheeffic
ienc
y,co
mpe
titiven
essan
dad
aptabilityof
thelocaleco
nomy
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
Uncertain
Permanent
Mediumterm
DistrictWide
Positive
GEN01,G
EN02,
GEN03,G
EN04,
Strong
econom
icgrow
thresulting
from
diversificationof
employmentopportunities
HOU01,H
OU02,
HOU07,H
OU08,
HOU12,H
OU13,
Sustained
employment
grow
thHOU14,E
NV01,
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA46
7
SAObjectiv
e19:Improv
etheeffic
ienc
y,co
mpe
titiven
essan
dad
aptabilityof
thelocaleco
nomy
Prob
ability
of Occurrenc
e
Istheeffect
tempo
rary
orpe
rman
ent
Duration
(Sho
rt/Med
ium/Lon
gterm
)
Spatial
Extent
Positiv
e/Neg
ative
Impa
ctup
onBaseline
Policy
Effect
ENV05,ENV08,EC
01,E
C02,E
C03,
EC04,E
C05,E
C06,E
C07,C
OM01,
COM03,INF01
Assessm
ent:Thepoliciesaround
employmentprovision
have
been
informed
bytheEmploymentG
rowthStudy
2013.Thishasassessed
the
levelofemploymentgrowthrequiredwithintheDistrictovertheplan
period.Inadditiontothisithasalso
looked
attheexistinggeneral
employmentareas
withinBreckland
andconsiderwhetherthey
remainfitforpurpose
goingforward.
Mitiga
tionProp
osal:T
heLocalPlansupportsthedeliveryofem
ploymentdevelopmentthroughoutthe
District.Itseeks
tofocusthemajority
ofem
ploymentdevelopmentonthemarkettow
ns,w
herethereareopportunitiesforpeopletoaccess
employmentthrough
means
otherthan
caruse.P
oliciesintheLocalPlanalso
recognisetheroleoftheruraleconomy,includingtourismandpoliciessupportthis.
47Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
8 Proposals for Monitoring8.1 The current baseline data table in 9 'District Wide Baseline Data' includes a significant number of indicatorsdefined in national, regional and local indicators developed to aid the appraisal of the Local Plan. Each of theseindicators has been used to build up a picture of the District's social, environmental and economic characteristics.Although each of these are valuable in expressing the District's performance, the annual assessment of eachindicator would result in considerable, effort, resources and substantial new monitoring. In addition many of theseindicators cannot be monitored annually as they are only available from external sources, such as the census.
8.2 Therefore, in order to provide a more manageable monitoring requirement, a reduced number of indicatorshave been selected to provide monitoring of the 19 SA objectives. These will be updated annually and includedwith the production of the Annual Monitoring Report (AMR). The findings of these indicators will help to measurehow well the plan contributes to sustainable development and inform future reviews of plans and policies. Thefollowing table illustrates these indicators against their relevant SA objectives:
Headline Monitoring IndicatorSA ObjectiveNo.
% of dwellings completed on previously developedland
Minimise the irreversible loss of undeveloped landand productive agricultural holdings andencourage the recycling/reuse of on site resourcesto minimise the impacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for future generations
1
Density of new developments
% of employment use development completed onpreviously developed land
% of retail use development completed on previouslydeveloped land
Levels of water abstractedLimit water consumption to the capacity of naturalprocesses and storage systems andmaintain andenhance water quality
2
Average household water consumption (ltr/head/day)Ensure the sustainable reuse of water toaccommodate additional growth and developmentwith minimal impacts on water quality
3
% of household waste which is recycle andcomposted
Minimise waste production and support therecycling of waste
4
Average distance travelled to workReduce contributions to climate change andlocalised air pollution
5
Ha of new development permitted in areas at riskof flooding.
To adapt to climate change and avoid , reduceand manage flood risk
6
Number of new developments permitted contrary toEnvironment Agency advice
Condition of SSSI (% of sites in favourable condition)Protect, conserve, enhance and expandbiodiversity and promote and conservegeodiversity
7
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA48
8
Headline Monitoring IndicatorSA ObjectiveNo.
Ha of green infrastructure providedProtect, enhance and increase greeninfrastructure within the District
8
Ha of development within the Conservation AreaMaintain, enhance and preserve thedistinctiveness, diversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character
9
Permissions granted contrary to the advice of HistoricEngland/Conservation Officer
Conserve and where appropriate enhance thehistoric environment
10
Access to essential services and facilitiesImprove the health and well being of thepopulation
11
Recorded crimes per 1000 populationReduce and prevent crime12
Area of open space provided through the planningsystem
Improve the quality and quantity of publiclyaccessible open space
13
A class floorspaceImprove the quality and quantity of accessibleservices and facilities
14
Access to essential services and facilities
Number of affordable dwellings builtRedress inequalities related to age, gender,disability, race, faith, location and income
15
New community facilities built
Net number of new houses builtEnsure all groups have access to affordable,decent and appropriate housing that meets theirneeds
16
Net new affordable houses built
Number of gypsy and travellers pitches delivered
Number of vacant retail unitsIncrease the viability and vitality of existing towncentres
17
Employment by place of residence %Help people gain access to satisfying workappropriate to their skills, potential and place ofresidence
18
Number of people on the claimant count
Employment land availableImprove the efficiency, competitiveness andadaptability of the local economy
19
Employment land developed
Economic activity rate
Table 8.1 Objectives and Indicators for Monitoring
49Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
9 Next Steps9.1 This sustainability appraisal assesses the policies within the Local Plan Pre-Submission document. Theprocess of assessing the Local Plan policies and site allocations is largely complete at this stage but it may benecessary to assess any further changes to the final plan if these are proposed as main modifications during theExamination.
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA50
9
9DistrictW
ideBaselineData
Dataso
urce
Local
Trend/Assessment
Target
Nationa
lBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
Breckland
AnnualM
onitoringReport2014/15
Muchofthefuture
grow
thof
4.7%
2015/16
%ofdw
ellings
completed
on1.Minimisethe
irreversibleloss
44.81%
2014/15
Breckland
istobe
ongreenfield
previously
developed
(brownfield)land.
ofundeveloped
land
and
productive
34.58%
2013/14
land.Future
reductionofPDL
agricultural
55.9%
2012/13
asaresultof
limitedremaining
holdings
and
encouragethe
62.4%
2011/12
brow
nfieldland
withintheDistrict
recycling/reuse
ofonsite
andthe
resourcesto
brow
nfield
minimisethe
definition
change
impactsupon
tono
longer
the
includeback
gardens.
environm
ent
andsafeguard
resource
forthe
future
generations
www.ofwat.gov.uk
Therehasbeen
asteady
increase
inthehousehold
InFutureWater,the
Governm
ent’s
Water
Strategy
forE
ngland,
weoutlinedour
146(Insustry
Averagefor
England
and
Wales)
145
(Anglian
Water)
2009/10
Com
pany
estim
ates
ofaverage
2.Limitwater
consum
ptionto
thecapacityof
Service
anddelivery-performance
ofthewatercompanies
inEngland
andWales
annual
report,supportinginformation.
natural
processesand
storage
system
s
consum
ptionof
water.Itis
believedthat
therehasbeen
no
ambitiontoreduce
householdwateruse
byatleast20litresper
person
perday
by
household
consum
ption
(I/head/d).
146(Industry
Averagefor
England
and
Wales)
147
(Anglian
Water)
2008/9
(Noinformationavailablepost2009/10-U
pdated
20/10/2015)
clearunderlying
increase
inper
2030.Eachperson
intheUKuses
an147(Industry
Averagefor
England
and
Wales)
150
(Anglian
Water)
2007/8
person
consum
ptionper
year.How
everit
issuggestedthat
lifestylechanges
average150litresof
waterperday,w
hich
ishigherthan
manyof
ournorthern
Europeanneighbours
148(Industry
Averagefor
England
and
Wales)
146
(Anglian
Water)
2006/7
arereflected
intheincreasesin
water
consum
ption.
andisunsustainable
inthelong
term,
particularly
inareasof
lowannualrainfall.
www.defra.gov.uk
Historic
abstractions
from
allsurface
and
54.452
(England
and
Wales)
2010
Estimated
abstractions
from
allsurface
and
ground
waters
(Ml/day)(total).
(Noinformationavailablepost2010
-updated
26/10/2015)
54,250
(England
and
Wales)
2009
ground
waters
have
risen
from
1995
dueto
54,925
(England
and
Wales)
7,108
(Anglian
Water
2008
societaldemands,
population
increase,
51Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Dataso
urce
Local
Trend/Assessment
Target
Nationa
lBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
changing
inhousehold
patternsand
57,820
(England
and
Wales)
7,722
(Anglian
Water)
2007
climatechange.
59,752
7,751
(Anglia
Water)
2006
How
ever,
abstractions
appeartobe
indeclineas
aa
(England
and
Wales)
resultofefficiency
measuresand
legislation.
Nationalfigureis
forE
ngland
and
Wales.
Environm
entA
gency.
NotethattheEAareinatransition
phaseas
they
switchtousingthenewWaterFram
ework
Directivemethodologies
ofassessingriverquality.
Biologicalw
ater
quality
isgenerally
increasing.
Nationalfigureis
forE
ngland
and
Wales.
Increase
inwater
quality
75.1
92.81
2008
%riversgraded
asgood
andvery
good
biological
quality
-%length
(GQA).
75.3
100
2007
74.1
90.64
2006
ThechangesmeantheGQAfor2007isno
longercomparabletothehistoricalGQAdataset.
5.3
02008
%riversgraded
asfairbiological
5.5
02007
quality
-percentage
length(GQA)
5.7
02006
Chemicalwater
quality
is81.8
70.64
2008
%riversgraded
asgood
andvery
94.5
67.14
2007
generally
increasing.
Nationalfigureis
forE
ngland
and
Wales.
good
chem
ical
quality
-percentage
length(GQA)
93.7
64.39
2006
5.1
4.56
2208
%ofriversinfair
chem
icalquality
-5.9
0.94
2007
percentage
length(GQA)
6.9
8.49
2006
DepartmentofEnergy&Clim
ateChange(DEC
C)and
Governm
entStatistics.Docum
entsused
includethefollowing:
Asof27
May
2015
itwas
stated
TheUKtargetisto
reduce
greenhouse
gasem
issionsby
20%
568.3(467.5)
2013
Total
(net)Greenhouse
Gas
Emissions
3.Ensurethe
sustainable
reuseofwater
582.2(476.3)
2012
https://decc.blog.gov.uk/2015/05/27/energy-climate-change-and-the-queens-speech/
thattheUKhas
reduced
emissionsby
30%
comparedtothe1990
baselineas
setoutby
(CarbonDioxide
emissionsin
brackets)
to accommodate
additional
566.2(457.5)
2011
http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20121217150421/www.decc.gov.uk/assets/decc/statistics/clim
ate_change/404-gg-inventory-user-guide.pdf
(DECC,2015).
Between1990
theKyotoProtocol.
TheClim
ateChange
grow
thand
and2009
the
Actof2008
developm
ent
https://w
ww.gov.uk/governm
ent/statistics/final-uk-em
issions-estim
ates
sectors
establisheda
with
minimal
contributingmost
long-term,
impactson
waterquality
https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/uk-local-authority-and-regional-carbon-dioxide-em
issions-national-statistics-2005-2013
tothedecline
wereIndustrial
legally-binding
framew
orkcommitting
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA52
9
Dataso
urce
Local
Trend/Assessment
Target
Nationa
lBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
(Updated
20/10/2015)
Processes
and
Waste
Managem
ent.
theUKtoareduction
ofatleast80%
below
the1990
baselineby
IndustrialProcess
2050
with
aninterim
targetof34%by
2020.
emissions
decreasedby
81%duetoplant
closures
and
equipm
ent
improvem
ents.
Waste
Managem
ent
emissions
decreasedby
70%dueto
methane
recovery
andlandfillsites.
Duringthissame
periodtheonly
sectorthatdidnot
show
adecrease
inem
issionswas
theTransport
sector,w
hich
increasedby
0.1%
.
Information
AsofJune
2009,
theEastof
England
remains
The2009
Renew
able
EnergyDirectivesets
atargetforthe
UKto
64,654
2014
Generationof
electricityfrom
renewable
sources,(GWh)
Renew
ableenergy
in2011:
53,667
2013
theleadingregion
forthe
generation
achieve15%ofits
energy
consum
ption
41.258
2012
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system
/uploads/attachment_data/file/65926/5629-renewable-energy-2011-et-article.pdf
ofrenewable
electricity.Ithas
now
fromrenewable
sourcesby
2020.
34,410
2011
Renew
ableenergy
in2012:
24,623
2014
Installedcapacity
ofsites
generating
electricityfrom
renewable
passed
itsfirst
500M
Wof
installedcapacity,
with
some
https://www
.gov.uk/governm
ent/uploads/system
/uploads/attachm
ent_data/file/208607/renewable_energy_in_2012.pdf
Renew
ableenergy
in2013:
https://www
.gov.uk/governm
ent/uploads/system
/uploads/attachm
ent_data/file/323358/Renewable_energy_in_2013.pdf
19,801
2013
15,515
2012
508M
Wbuilt
countingbothon
andoff-shore
12,309.7
2011
Renew
ableenergy
in2014:
Sources
(MW)
sources.
https://www
.gov.uk/governm
ent/uploads/system
/uploads/attachm
ent_data/file/437953/Renewable_energy_in_2014.P
df
(Updated
20/10/2015)
Fordetailedinformationvisitthe
Environm
entA
gencywebsite:What's
inyourbackyard?
Thedataisupdatedannually.
Highest
concentrations
areinCities
andTowns.
2015
Annualaverage
concentrationof
nitrogendioxide
(µg/m3)
53Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Dataso
urce
Local
Trend/Assessment
Target
Nationa
lBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
(Updated
20/10/2015)
2015
Noofdays
when
fineparticle
concentration
foundtobe
inbandings
'moderate'or
'higher'(PM10)
2011
Census
Nosettarget
74.4
83.1
2011
%households
with
atleastone
carorvan
(England
and
Wales)
2001
Census
Nosettarget
73.22
83.09
2001
(England
and
Wales)
2001
Census
Nospecifictargets
existalthough
thereis
55.23
70.1
2001
%ofpersons
drivingtoworkby
carorvan
atargetfora
general
(England
and
Wales)
decrease
insingle
occupancycarusage.
2001
Census
Thetfordhasa
loweraverage
Nospecifictargets
exist,although
theaim
13.31
17.87
2001
Averagedistance
travelledtofixed
placeofwork
(km)
commuting
distance
than
the
wouldbe
toreduce
thedistance
travelled
tofixed
placeofwork.
(England
and
Wales)
restofthedistrict,
region
and
country.
DECC.
In2007,outofall
theDistrictsin
See
NI186
fortargets
424
2007
AmountofCO2
fromRoadTraffic
-Kt
420
2006
Norfolk,
Brecklandhadthe
431
2005
highestfigures,
closelyfollowed
bySouthNorfolk.
InNorfolk,in
2007,B
reckland
43%
2007
%CO2from
RoadTraffic
hadthesecond
highest%
.South
Norfolkhadthe
highest.
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA54
9
Dataso
urce
Local
Trend/Assessment
Target
Nationa
lBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
Breckland
issecond
toSouth
Norfolk.
Whencompared
totherestofthe
region
andUK,
90%higher
than
UKPer
Capita
3.26
2007
PerCapita
CO2
emissionsfrom
RoadTraffic
Kt
Breckland'sper
capitaem
issions
fromtransportare
muchhigher.
37%
2012/13
%ofhousehold
wastecollected
which
isrecycled
andcomposted.
4.Minimise
waste
productionand
supportthe
recyclingof
waste
Breckland
CouncilEnvironm
entalServicesTeam
.Recyclingrates
compareverywell
with
regionaland
nationalfigures.
Breckland
has
BDCtargetof42%for
09/10
37(England)
41.79%
(12.89%
composted)
2008/9
improved
greatly
34.5(England)
42.44%
2007/8
inthelast2years
with
theaidof
initiatives
of(11.6%
composted)
prom
otionof
recycling.
Currentlya
reductionin
31(England)
39.3%
(11.1%
ofthisis
composting)
2006/7
domestic
waste
goingtolandfill.
Census
Datanot
yet
released
2011
Percentageof
peopletravelling
over10km
towork
5.Reduce
contributions
toclimatechange
andlocalised
airpollution
29%(England)
42%
2001
12015/16
Planning
applications
6.To
adaptto
climatechange
andavoid,
Gov.UKwebsite.HighLevelTarget5:D
evelopmentand
flood
riskinEngland.
Breckland
has
threeapplications
Environm
entAgency's
aimwouldbe
forsuch
Nodata
32008/9
approved
against
Environm
ent
Agencyadvice
115
02007/8
reduce
and
manageflood
risk
approved
contrary
toEAadvice.
decisionstobe
asfew
aspossible.
(orobjection)on
flood
risk
grounds.
(Minorand
Major
Development)
106
02006/7
55Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Dataso
urce
Local
Trend/Assessment
Target
Nationa
lBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
(Minorand
Major
Development)
Breckland
condition
ofSS
SI’shasstayed
95%ofSSSIlandto
befavourableor
recoveringcondition
by2010.(Defra)
43%
2016
%ofSSSIareas
infavourable
condition
7.Protect,
conserve
and
enhanceand
expand
biodiversity
37.5%
44%
2015
thesameand
exceedsthe
44%
2014
national
45%
2013
Informationtaken
fromNatural
45%
2012
England.H
istoric
datacannotbe
46%
2011
generatedon
the
NaturalEngland
website.
48%
2016
%ofarea
unfavourableor
recovering
condition
58.19%
48%
2015
(Updated
26/10/2015)statistics
asawhole
46%
2014
44%
2013
42%
2012
42%
2011
6%2016
%ofareas
unfavourableor
nochange
condition
2.44%
6%2015
5%2014
8%2013
10%
2012
9%2011
3%2016
%ofarea
inunfavourableor
declining
condition
1.72%
2%2015
5%2014
3%2013
3%2012
3%2011
0%2016
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA56
9
Dataso
urce
Local
Trend/Assessment
Target
Nationa
lBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
%ofarea
destroyedorpart
destroyed
condition
0.03%
0%2015
0%2014
0%2013
0%2012
0%2011
12016
Num
berS
PA83
12015
12014
12013
42016
Num
berofS
AC
254
42015
42014
42013
12016
Num
berof
Ram
sarS
ites
721
2015
12014
12013
NorfolkGeodiversity
Partnership
Thereare2RIG
inBreckland:
Nosettarget.
02015
Changein
numberand
area
ofdesignated
geologicalSSSIs
andRIGS
10
2009
New
tonby
Castle
Acrechalkpit-
GRTF
837149.
30
2008
-61
2007
GtH
ockham
erratic
boulder-
GRTL
953924.
www.norfolkbiodiversity.org
www.ukbap.org.uk
Breckland
figures
areforthe
numberof
recorded
churring
Nationa
l
Achieve
anincrease
inthenumberof
churringmales
to4800
by2016.
4606
(UK)
(95%
confidence
level)
351
2004
Num
berof
churringmale
nightjars
RSPB
males
inthe
Breckland
SPA
-
57Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Dataso
urce
Local
Trend/Assessment
Target
Nationa
lBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
notethatsome
areaswere
subjecttogreater
survey
efforts
than
others.
Maintainthecurrent
rangeofnightjar
(therewere269
occupied
10km
squaresin2004).
Increase
therangeto
305occupied
tenkm
squaresby
2016
(a13%rangeincrease
in12
years).
Inthelong
term
(next
20years),restore
nightjartoparts
ofits
formerrangein,for
exam
ple,south-west
England,w
est
Midlands,north-west
England,south-west
Scotland
andNorthern
Ireland.
Norfolk
Maintainas
aminimum
313
breeding
pairs
ofnightjarinNorfolkin
theexisting2004
rangeof14
tenkm
squares.
Byincreasing
thearea
ofsuitablehabitat,
increase
thepossible
breeding
andfeeding
areasforthe
nightjar,
andso
providescope
forfurtherpopulation
expansioninthe
county.
www.norfolkbiodiversity.org
www.ukbap.org.uk
Thestonecurlew
isarareand
decliningspecies,
numbersofwhich
Nationa
l
Increase
thebreeding
populationinthe
presentU
Krangeto
200pairs
by2000
and
300pairs
by2010.
354
(England)
230
(including
anestim
ate
for
Thetford)
2009
Num
berofS
tone
CurlewsBreeding
Pairs.
RSPB
have
fallenby
85%inthepast
50years,and
morethan
50%
351
216
2008
since1960.Itis
(England)
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA58
9
Dataso
urce
Local
Trend/Assessment
Target
Nationa
lBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
Encourage
recolonisationofthe
pastbreeding
range.
347
(England)
206
2007
nowlargely
restrictedtotwo
areasofthe
country,
Breckland
and
Wessex.
Breckland
figures
areforthe
Breckland
SPA
Increase
the
populationbreeding
onsemi-natural
grasslandto120pairs
by2000.
andareasof
Norfolk
Maintainthebreeding
populationin
Breckland
(Norfolkas
wellasSuffolk)atno
fewerthan
172pairs.
suitablehabitat
outsideofits
immediate
boundary.
Thetfordarea
and
Breckland
figures
areaminimum
asIncrease
thebreeding
populationinNorfolk
andSuffolktoatleast
225pairs
by2010.
area
north
ofA1066
not
monitoredin
recentyears.
Maintainaminimum
of7breeding
pairs
inNorthNorfolkwith
atargetof15
breeding
pairs
by2010.
Consolidateand
increase
the
protection,rangeand
numbersofbirdsin
thenorth-westN
orfolk
population.
Encourage
the
re-colonisationofthe
pastbreeding
rangein
NorfolkandSuffolk.
Increase
the
proportionof
populationnestingon
semi-natural
grasslands
andgrass
heaths
to20%where
they
wouldbe
less
relianton
intervention
andless
susceptible
toanyfuturechanges
infarmingpractice.
59Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Dataso
urce
Local
Trend/Assessment
Target
Nationa
lBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
Maintainaminimum
productivity
of0.70
fledged
chickperpair
byinterventionon
arableandreserve
managem
entw
here
appropriate.
Therearean
estim
ated
3,063
Nationa
l
Achieve
anincrease
inthenumberof
breeding
pairs
inthe
3064
(95%
confidence
level)
470 (95%
confidence
level)
2006
Num
berof
Woodlark
terrritoriesin
England
in2006.
Breckland
figures
areforthe
Breckland
SPA
UK,from1,500
breeding
pairs
to2,150by
2018
(a43%
increase
in12
years).
(England)
(The
Brecks)
andareasof
suitablehabitat
outsideofits
immediate
boundary.
Increase
therangeof
thewoodlarkfrom90
to125tenkm
squares,includingthe
recolonisationof
Wales
andsouth-west
England,by2018.
Norfolk
Maintainas
aminimum
200
breeding
pairs
ofwoodlarkinNorfolkin
theexistingrangeof
16tenkm
squares.
(Targettobe
review
edfollowingtheresults
ofthe2006
national
survey.)
Byincreasing
thearea
ofsuitablehabitat,
increase
thepossible
breeding
andfeeding
areasforthe
woodlark,andso
providescopefor
furtherpopulation
expansioninthe
county.
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA60
9
Dataso
urce
Local
Trend/Assessment
Target
Nationa
lBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
Nodatarecorded
todate.M
onitoring
required.
HaofGreen
Infrastructure
provided
with
8.Protect,
enhanceand
increase
Green
new
developm
ents
Infrastructure
withinthe
District
N/a
N/a
Notarget
Nodatarecorded
todate.
Development
meetingBuilding
forLife
Standards.
9.Maintainand
enhancethe
diversity
and
distinctiveness
oflandscape
andtownscape
character
Monitoringrequired
StartApril2009.
Historic
Buildings
Team
N/a
Nosettarget
1536
2015
Num
beroflisted
buildings
(all
grades)
10.C
onserve
andwhere
appropriate,
1530
2009
enhancethe
historic
environm
ent
Historic
Buildings
Team
502015
Totalnum
berof
designated
conservation
areas
252016
Num
berofListed
Buildings
atRisk
(allgrades)
Historic
England
312015
282009
282008
292007
Table9.1
61Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SocialBaseline
Dataso
urce
Local
Tren
d/Assessm
ent
Target
Nationa
lEa
stof England
Breckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
Census2001
&2011
UKas
awholehas
asageing
population.
Ithasbeen
suggestedthatthis
isduetothe
Notarget.
56,075,900
5,862,400
131,000
2011
Totalpopulation
11.Improve
thehealth
andwell
beingofthe
population
52,041,916
(England
and
Wales)
5,388,140
121,418
2001
post-W
orldWarII
baby
boom
and,toa
lesserdegree,due
tohigh
birth
ratesin
thelate1960s,when
nationalbirthrates
werefalling.
Breckland
isalso
apopulardestination
forretirementand
second
home
owners.
www.apho.org.uk
Generalincrease
inlifeexpectancy.
Noset
target.
79.4(m)
83.1(f)
80.3
(m)
83.8
(f)
80.2(m)
83.8(f)
2015
LifeExpectancy
(National
figures
for
England).
79.2(m)
80.1
(m)
80.0(m)
83.8(f)
2014
83.0(f)
83.7
(f)
78.6(m)
79.6
(m)
79.5(m)
83.3(f)
2013
82.6(f)
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA62
9
Dataso
urce
Local
Tren
d/Assessm
ent
Target
Nationa
lEa
stof England
Breckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
83.2
(f)
78.6(m)
79.6
(m)
79.5(m)
83.3(f)
2012
82.6(f)
83.2
(f)
Generalincrease
inobesity
inadults.
General
targetisto
reduce
incidences.
23.6
No
data
29.1
2009
Obese
Adults
(%)
23.6
29.1
2008
21.8
24.8
2007
Generalincrease
inobesity
inyear6
children.
9.5
No
data
8.6
2015
Obesityam
ong
primaryschoolaged
childreninreception
year(%
)
(National
Figuresfor
England)
9.3
8.8
2014
9.5
9.0
2013
9.4
9.6
2012
9.8
8.8
2011
Generaldecrease
in%ofincidence.
78.2
69.9
67.4
2011-13
MortalityfromHeart
Disease
andStroke.
81.1
72.6
70.4
2010-12
Directlyage
standardised
rateper
84.4
7570.4
2009-11
100,000population
under75yearsof
age.
Norfolk
Constabulary
Allcrimeratesare
reducing.
Nosettarget
butgeneral
aimtohave
areduction
incrime.
4,150,097
259,655
5490
2010/11
Allrecorded
crimes.
Num
ber/R
ateper
1,000population
12.Reduce
andprevent
crime
63Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Dataso
urce
Local
Tren
d/Assessm
ent
Target
Nationa
lEa
stof England
Breckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
Rates
use
midyear
population
Breckland'sratesare
belowregionaland
nationalaverages.
4.67
3.73
1.39
2010/11
Dwellingburglary.
Num
ber/R
ateper
1,000population
Therearepocketsof
highercrimerates
withinBreckland.
estim
ates
given
above.
8.14
6.58
3.74
2010/11
Vehiclecrime.
Num
ber/R
ateper
1,000population
4.64
Apr-Jun
2015
Violentcrim
e
3.96
Jul-Se
p2014
Num
ber/R
ateper
1,000population
14.88
12.12
8.72
2010/11
Breckland
District
Council–Open
Thereisan
under
provisionwithinthe
Alldw
ellings
inmajor
housing
Nodata
No
data
-53.6ha
2015
Provision
ofoutdoor
playingspace
comparedtoNPFA
standard
13.Improve
thequality
andquantity
ofpublicly
Space
Assessment2007
&2010
&2015
majority
ofthe
district.
Nodata
No
data
-111.2ha
2007
areasmust
bewithin
accessible
open
space
1.2kmof
outdoor
sports
areas.
Intermsof
children’s
play
areas,
alldwellings
inhousing
areasshould
bewithin
100m
ofa
LAP,400m
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA64
9
Dataso
urce
Local
Tren
d/Assessm
ent
Target
Nationa
lEa
stof England
Breckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
ofaLE
AP
and1000m
ofaNEAP.
Census
Themajority
ofdw
ellings
withinthe
Notarget
Nodata
No
data
Nodata
2011
Householdswith
difficulty
accessing
14.Improve
thequality,
rangeand
Districtarelocated
corner
Nodata
No
data
93.86%
of2001
within30
minutes
publictransporttim
eofaGP'ssurgery
shops/supermarkets.
PostO
ffice,
Doctor/H
ospital.
accessibility
ofessential
houses
within
30minutes
public
transport
ofaGP
BrecklandAn
nual
MonitoringReport
ThelevelofA
1floorspacewithin
Notarget.
A1
Nodata
No
data
1163.15
2013/2014
Area
ofA1
Class
land
usedevelopedper
year.
-1346.15
2012/2013
Breckland
has
stayed
relatively
floorspace
shouldbe
383.65
2011/2012
stableinrecent
years.
maximised
within
designated
towncentres
Table9.2
TheEnglish
Indicesof
Deprivation
byCLG
Ranking
from1(most
deprived
inEngland)
to354(leastdeprived
inEngland).
Breckland
has
pocketsofdeprivation
butaverages
Decrease
Breckland'srank
inindexof
multiple
deprivation
N/AN/A
19.789
2015
Indexof
multiple
deprivation
averagescore
15.
Redress
inequalities
relatingto
age,
gender,
disability,
race,faith,
2010
15.30
2007
14.48
2004
142
2015
Rankof
averagescore
65Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
187
2010
favourably.
Itsrankinghas
increasedsince2004.
location
and
income.
213
2007
222
2004
164
2015
RankofLocal
Concentration
204
2010
218
2007
232
2004
155
2015
Rankof
incomescale
157
2010
159
2007
176
2004
143
2015
Rankof
employment
scale
165
2010
178
2007
190
2004
Fuelpoverty
statistics
www.gov.uk
Ahouseholdissaid
tobe
infuelpoverty
ifitneedstospend
10%ofits
incomeon
Decreaseinthe
percentage
ofpeoplewith
fuel
poverty.
8.8%
8.5%
2013
%Households
inFuel
Poverty
16%
19.5%
2010
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA66
9
16%
2006
fueltomaintainan
adequatestandardof
warmth.Thisis
usually
defined
as21
degreesforthe
main
livingroom
and18
degreesforother
room
s.
Thereappearstobe
andecrease
infuel
poverty
since2010.
Table9.3
BDCandEERAAnnualM
onitoringReport.EEERAhasnow
been
dissolved.
Morerecent
data
unavailable.
Seek
delivery
ofnew
houses
in
619
2015/16
Num
berof
new
houses
built(net)
16.E
nsure
allgroups
have
access
to491
2014/15
The
accordance
425
2013/14
econom
icwith
affordable,
329
2012/13
downturnis
likelytohave
hadan
effect
onnumbers.
requirements
oftheCore
Strategy
and
emerging
LocalPlan.
decentand
appropriate
housing.
346
2011/12
BDCandEERAAnnualM
onitoringReport.EERAhasnow
been
dissolved.
Low%due
tothesites
granted
Adopted
Core
Strategy
aims
129
2015/16
Num
ber
dwellings
Com
pleted
922014/15
permission
for40%
affordable
housing.
thatare
‘affordable’
Affordable
in
712013/14
areunder
lower
thresholds.
862012/13
682011/12
Breckland
Due
togovernment
targetsand
monitoring
contextis
homes
predicted
provided
population
through
RSL.
grow
ththese
67Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
figures
are
likelyto
increase.
AnnualM
onitoringReport2014/15
&Land
Registry
House
PriceIndex(Feb
2013)
Notethat
thesefigures
areaverages
Tobuild
more
affordable
andlowcost
homes
£213,004
Jan17
Average
House
Price
(£)
£200,630
2014/15
http://www.landregistry.gov.uk/public/house-prices-and-sales
across
all
typesof
dwellings.
£196,806
2013/14
£175,897
2012/13
£238,293
£203,535
£178,088
2011/12
Table9.4
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA68
9
Econ
omicBaseline
Dataso
urce
Local
Tren
d/Assessm
ent
Target
Englan
d&Wales
East
ofEn
glan
dBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
Breckland
Annual
MonitoringReport.
Higherorder
shopping
centres
outsidetheDistrict
attractshoppers
fromwithin
Breckland
which
resultinleakageof
expenditureaw
ayform
theDistrict.
Reduce
numberof
vacant
retailunits
and‘dead’
shop
frontages.
2,976.41
2015/16
Vacantretail
floorspaceon
towncentres
(sqm)
17.Increase
vitalityand
viabilityof
existingtown
centres
N/A
2014/15
5,050.86
2013/14
4,974.90
2012/13
5,803.52
2011/12
Breckland
Annual
MonitoringReport.
Figuresreferto
changesinarea
used
asan
Aclass
usecomparedtothe
previous
year.
Current
Core
Strategy
Policyisto
guide
2,185.11
2015/16
Changein
floorspace
(sqm
)ofA
Class
units
N/A
2014/15
794.14
2013/14
171.62
2012/13
changes
totry
and
86.49
2011/12
makesure
thereisa
34.49
2011/12
maximum
amountof
A1on
primary
frontages
andretail
uses
onsecondary
frontages.
NCCChildservices
No
specific
target
5859
492010/11
%ofKey
Stage
4(GCSE)5+
18.H
elppeople
gainaccess
tosatisfyingwork
5556
512009/10
otherthan
PassesatA-C
appropriateto
5052
482008/9
asmany
aspossible.
incEng
&Maths
theirskills,
69Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Dataso
urce
Local
Tren
d/Assessm
ent
Target
Englan
d&Wales
East
ofEn
glan
dBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
potentialand
placeof
residence
4850
482007/8
4648
462006/7
www.nom
isweb.co.uk
Breckland'sfigures
areless
thatregional
andnationalfigures.
Notarget
541.0
569.4
460.8
2016
Gross
Weekly
pay.Fulltim
e(£)
520.8
539.1
450.9
2014
517.9
543.5
442.8
2013
508.3
531.4
448.1
2012
500.2
525.0
421.5
2011
13.66
14.3
10.94
2016
Hourly
pay.
Fulltim
e.(£)
13.15
13.62
10.29
2014
13.08
13.69
10.29
2013
12.80
13.34
10.44
2012
12.62
13.14
9.74
2011
www.nom
isweb.co.uk
ThenumberofJSA
claimantshas
decreasedsince
peakinginFebruary
2012.
Notarget
2.0%
(GB)
1.4%
1.2%
March
2017
JobSeekers
Allowance
Claimants.%
isaproportion
ofresident
working
age
population.
1.7%
(GB)
1.2%
0.9%
Aug
2015
2.0%
(GB)
1.5%
1.3%
Feb2015
2.3%
(GB)
1.7%
1.5%
Aug
2014
3.0%
(GB)
2.3%
2.3%
Feb2014
3.3%
(GB)
2.6%
2.4%
Aug
2013
3.9%
(GB)
3.2%
3.0%
Feb2013
3.8%
(GB)
3.0%
2.8%
Aug
2012
4.1%
(GB)
3.4%
3.2%
Feb2012
3.8%
(GB)
3.1%
2.8%
Aug
2011
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA70
9
Dataso
urce
Local
Tren
d/Assessm
ent
Target
Englan
d&Wales
East
ofEn
glan
dBreckland
Date
Indicator
Objectiv
e
3.7%
(GB)
3.0%
2.8%
Feb2011
www.nom
isweb.co.uk
VATregistrations
andde-registrations
Noset
target
10.2
7.3
9.6
7.2
6.8
6.3
2007
VATregistered
businesses:
registrations
deregistrations
19.Improvethe
efficiency,
competitiveness
andadaptability
ofthelocal
econom
y.
arethebestofficial
guidetothepattern
ofbusiness
start-ups
andclosures.They
arean
indicatorof
9.4
7.4
8.9
7.1
7.7
5.6
2006
(%ofendof
yearstock)
9.6
7.9
9.3
7.2
8.0
5.8
2005
thelevelof
entrepreneurship
9.9
8.2
9.4
7.9
8.29
5.6
2004
andofthehealthof
thebusiness
population.Assuch
they
areused
widely
inregionalandlocal
econom
icplanning.
Registrations
seem
tohave
decreased
overtim
e.Notethat
theavailabledatais
onlyup
until2007.
Table9.5
71Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
11 Assessment of Strategic Objectives
Land, water and Soil Resources
3. Ensure thesustainablereuse of watertoaccommodateadditionalgrowth anddevelopmentwith minimalimpacts onwater quality.
2. Limit waterconsumption to thecapacity of naturalprocesses and storagesystems and maintainand enhance waterquality.
1. Minimise theirreversible loss ofundeveloped land andproductive agriculturalholdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse of onsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
Strategic Objectives (summary ofeach objective)
Development in the right Place
+++/-1. Contribute to sustainabledevelopment
Vision statesimprovement inquality of life(i.e. waterquality)
Vision statesimprovement in quality oflife (i.e. water quality).Water conservationmeasures areencouraged, resulting inmore limitedconsumption.
Vision states Breckland willbe developed in asustainable manner. The% of dwellings completedon brownfield land hasincreased since 2003, from38.9% to 85.4%(CSSA).Inevitably someloss of undeveloped land,although land is of poorquality (CSSA - DEFRA).
Although inevitable loss ofGreenfield land across thedistrict.
Efficient use ofnaturalresources
+/-
Efficient use of naturalresources impliesconserving water
++
Efficient land planning.
2. Use of already developed land,buildings and natural resources;
impliesconservingwaterresources.
resources. However,there has been a steadyincrease in the householdconsumption of water(CSSA –www.ofwat.gov.uk)
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA72
11
Land, water and Soil Resources
3. Ensure thesustainablereuse of watertoaccommodateadditionalgrowth anddevelopmentwith minimalimpacts onwater quality.
2. Limit waterconsumption to thecapacity of naturalprocesses and storagesystems and maintainand enhance waterquality.
1. Minimise theirreversible loss ofundeveloped land andproductive agriculturalholdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse of onsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
Strategic Objectives (summary ofeach objective)
0/++3. Development is focused whereservices are available, and facilitiessupported; Focused development
implies minimising loss ofundeveloped land,although may involvedeveloping on agriculturalland.
Meeting the Housing needs
00+4. Concentration of development inAttleborough and Thetford andadjacent to Dereham, Swaffham andWatton and support small scaledevelopment in rural areas.
Particularly goodrelationship between Planand housing/economicsustainability objectives.
Uses previously developedland in urban areas, whilstrecognising small scaledevelopment is necessaryin rural areas. No mentionof recycling/reusing.
Coupled with this is thethe overall developmentstrategy of seeking tobalance this housing andemployment, withfocused growth in markettowns.
0005. Support the development of avariety of decent, affordable housing
0/+0/+06. Encourage high quality,sustainable and safe design thatrespects the character and localdistinctiveness;
A Strong Economy
73Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Land, water and Soil Resources
3. Ensure thesustainablereuse of watertoaccommodateadditionalgrowth anddevelopmentwith minimalimpacts onwater quality.
2. Limit waterconsumption to thecapacity of naturalprocesses and storagesystems and maintainand enhance waterquality.
1. Minimise theirreversible loss ofundeveloped land andproductive agriculturalholdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse of onsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
Strategic Objectives (summary ofeach objective)
00+7. Promote and support economicgrowth to diversify the urban and ruraleconomic, investment is encouraged, Growth sustainable
locations, hence reduceloss of undeveloped land.
skills are developed and retained andnew and existing businesses aresupported;
0008. Enable the A11 gateway and A47corridor to contribute to economicgrowth of the District
/+/+09. Provide sufficient number andvariety of employment locations andopportunities Qualities of
environmentnot damagedi.e. waterquality
Qualities of environmentnot damaged i.e. waterquality
00010. Promote the vitality and viabilityof town centres, including the nighttime economy
00011. Provide for improved broadbandconnections,
A Rich Environment
00+12. Contribute to the positivemanagement of change whileprotecting the existing environment;
+++++ +13. Promote a safe and healthyenvironment;,
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA74
11
Land, water and Soil Resources
3. Ensure thesustainablereuse of watertoaccommodateadditionalgrowth anddevelopmentwith minimalimpacts onwater quality.
2. Limit waterconsumption to thecapacity of naturalprocesses and storagesystems and maintainand enhance waterquality.
1. Minimise theirreversible loss ofundeveloped land andproductive agriculturalholdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse of onsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
Strategic Objectives (summary ofeach objective)
++++14. Protect, conserve and enhancethe natural environment and valuinggreen infrastructure
0++15. Protection of key habitats forprotected species;
Biological and chemicalwater quality is increasing(CSSA – EnvironmentAgency)
Thriving Communities
++++016. Reducing health inequalities,promoting healthy living andsupporting locally accessible, highquality healthcare;
++017. To protect and enhancecommunity facilities and services andmaximise accessibility to them;
00018. To encourage and facilitate asense of community and belonging,and make sure decisions are madeat community level
Table 11.1
75Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Climate change and air pollutionSustainability Objectives
6. To adaptto climatechange andavoid,reduce andmanageflood risk.
5. Reduce contributionsto climate change andlocalised air pollution.
4: Minimise theproduction ofwaste andsupport therecycling ofwaste.
Strategic Objectives
Development in the right Place
+/-+++/-1. Contribute to sustainable development
Potential forincrease offlooding.
Evidence suggest areduction in CO2
emissions (CSSA –Norfolk Data
Recycling ratescompare very wellwith nationalfigures (CSSA –
Observatory). LargeDistrict Monitoringgeneration of electricity isprovided by renewablesources in this area.
and DEFRA).Currently areduction indomestic wastegoing to landfill.
Although potentialfor exhaustion oflandfill capacitythrough increaseddevelopment.
++-++2. Use of already developed land, buildingsand natural resources;
Not addingany moreimpermeableland.
Any development is likelyto increase emissions.
+-+3. Development is focused where servicesare available, and facilities supported;
Same as above
Meeting the Housing needs
+0/-+4. Concentration of development inAttleborough and Thetford and adjacent toDereham, Swaffham and Watton and supportsmall scale development in rural areas.
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA76
11
Climate change and air pollutionSustainability Objectives
6. To adaptto climatechange andavoid,reduce andmanageflood risk.
5. Reduce contributionsto climate change andlocalised air pollution.
4: Minimise theproduction ofwaste andsupport therecycling ofwaste.
Strategic Objectives
0005. Support the development of a variety ofdecent, affordable housing
++++6. Encourage high quality, sustainable andsafe design that respects the character andlocal distinctiveness; High quality design such
as setting technicaldesign standards.
A Strong Economy
+007. Promote and support economic growth todiversify the urban and rural economic,investment is encouraged, skills are developedand retained and new and existing businessesare supported;
0-/+08. Enable the A11 gateway and A47 corridorto contribute to economic growth of the District
Air quality worsened as aresult of increase in useof A11 and A47,depending upon trafficflows.
0-0/+9. Provide sufficient number and variety ofemployment locations and opportunities
Some environmentaldamage inevitable.
00010. Promote the vitality and viability of towncentres, including the night time economy
00011. Provide for improved broadbandconnections,
A Rich Environment
77Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Climate change and air pollutionSustainability Objectives
6. To adaptto climatechange andavoid,reduce andmanageflood risk.
5. Reduce contributionsto climate change andlocalised air pollution.
4: Minimise theproduction ofwaste andsupport therecycling ofwaste.
Strategic Objectives
+0012. Contribute to the positive management ofchange while protecting the existingenvironment;
+++++13. Promote a safe and healthy environment;,
+++/-+14. Protect, conserve and enhance the naturalenvironment and valuing green infrastructure
Some increase inemissions will beinevitable.
+0015. Protection of key habitats for protectedspecies;
Thriving Communities
0+016. Reducing health inequalities, promotinghealthy living and supporting locallyaccessible, high quality healthcare;
00+17. To protect and enhance communityfacilities and services and maximiseaccessibility to them;
00018. To encourage and facilitate a sense ofcommunity and belonging, and make suredecisions are made at community level
Table 11.2
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA78
11
Cultural heritage and landscapeBiodiversitySustainability Objectives
10. Conserveand whereappropriateenhance thehistoricenvironment.
9. Maintain, enhanceand preserve thedistinctiveness,diversity and qualityof landscape andtownscape character.
8. Protect,enhance andincreaseGreenInfrastructurein the District.
7. Protect,conserve,enhance andexpandbiodiversity andpromote andconservegeodiversity.Strategic Objectives
Development in the right Place
+0+++/-1. Contribute to sustainabledevelopment
Acknowledgedin the Visionthat builtheritage will beprized.
(+) efficientland use impliesavoidingdesignatedheritage assets.
( +)
Environmentallysustainablecommunities willrequire open andrecreational space.
+++
2. Use of already developedland, buildings and naturalresources;
00++
3. Development is focusedwhere services are available,and facilities supported;
Meeting the Housing needs
?
0++
4. Concentration ofdevelopment in Attleboroughand Thetford and adjacent to Potential
impacts onlisted building
Dereham, Swaffham andWatton and support smallscale development in ruralareas.
and scheduledmonumentspresent inAttleborough,Thetford andWatton. Thereare fewerscheduledmonumentspresent inSwaffham.
79Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Cultural heritage and landscapeBiodiversitySustainability Objectives
10. Conserveand whereappropriateenhance thehistoricenvironment.
9. Maintain, enhanceand preserve thedistinctiveness,diversity and qualityof landscape andtownscape character.
8. Protect,enhance andincreaseGreenInfrastructurein the District.
7. Protect,conserve,enhance andexpandbiodiversity andpromote andconservegeodiversity.Strategic Objectives
00+0
5. Support the development ofa variety of decent, affordablehousing
+
++
++
6. Encourage high quality,sustainable and safe designthat respects the characterand local distinctiveness;
Historicbuildings formpart of localdistinctiveness.
The local characterand distinctiveness willbe maintained orenhanced within thesustainable and safedesign.
A Strong Economy
0
+
+
+/-7. Promote and supporteconomic growth to diversifythe urban and rural economic, With economic growth
there is potential forenhancement oftownscape/landscape.
Depending onlocation ofdevelopment.
investment is encouraged,skills are developed andretained and new and existingbusinesses are supported;
?
0++0
8. Enable the A11 gatewayand A47 corridor to contributeto economic growth of theDistrict
Dependent onscope of worksproposed forboth roads,hence anypotential impacton builtheritage.
+
+
+
+/-9. Provide sufficient numberand variety of employmentlocations and opportunities This objective states it
will ensure qualities ofthe local environment
Potential forbiodiversity loss
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA80
11
Cultural heritage and landscapeBiodiversitySustainability Objectives
10. Conserveand whereappropriateenhance thehistoricenvironment.
9. Maintain, enhanceand preserve thedistinctiveness,diversity and qualityof landscape andtownscape character.
8. Protect,enhance andincreaseGreenInfrastructurein the District.
7. Protect,conserve,enhance andexpandbiodiversity andpromote andconservegeodiversity.Strategic Objectives
are not damaged, thismay includelands/townscapes.
0+++0
10. Promote the vitality andviability of town centres,including the night timeeconomy
00+11. Provide for improvedbroadband connections,
A Rich Environment
++
?
0
-
12. Contribute to the positivemanagement of change whileprotecting the existingenvironment;
There are minorconflicts in relation tothe maintenance of the
The growthagenda of theLocal Plan could
character and diversity
impact on the
of settlements and
District’s naturaland historicenvironment.
protection of areas ofenvironmental orhistoric interest.
The different sub typesof landscape have avarying capacity toaccommodate newdevelopment,depending on theirnature and location.Although developmentwill not be permittedwhere it would besignificantly detrimentalto the landscapecharacteristics.
81Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Cultural heritage and landscapeBiodiversitySustainability Objectives
10. Conserveand whereappropriateenhance thehistoricenvironment.
9. Maintain, enhanceand preserve thedistinctiveness,diversity and qualityof landscape andtownscape character.
8. Protect,enhance andincreaseGreenInfrastructurein the District.
7. Protect,conserve,enhance andexpandbiodiversity andpromote andconservegeodiversity.Strategic Objectives
++++13. Promote a safe andhealthy environment;
0
0
++
++
14. Protect, conserve andenhance the naturalenvironment and valuinggreen infrastructure;
Brecks LandscapeCharacter Assessment(LCA, 2013)
As apredominantlyrural District,
Opportunities toprotect large areasof SSSIs,
recognises importanceof Brecks heath andwoodland.
Breckland hasa vast greeninfrastructure,stretching from
Brecklandcontains 21% haof East England’sSSSIs (CSSA –
protected
English Nature).
European
Condition of
sites, through
SSSI’s have
to hedgerows,
improved and is
and trees
better than theregional andnational statistics.
across thenorthernfarmlands.
Sites identified fortheir importanceare afforded a
The Council isseeking in itspolicy to
high degree of
recognise the
protection andtheir enhancementsought.
value of allgreeninfrastructureand thecontribution itmakes to thelocal area.
0+
++15. Protection of key habitatsfor protected species;
New developmentprovides qualityenvironments thatrespond to local
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA82
11
Cultural heritage and landscapeBiodiversitySustainability Objectives
10. Conserveand whereappropriateenhance thehistoricenvironment.
9. Maintain, enhanceand preserve thedistinctiveness,diversity and qualityof landscape andtownscape character.
8. Protect,enhance andincreaseGreenInfrastructurein the District.
7. Protect,conserve,enhance andexpandbiodiversity andpromote andconservegeodiversity.Strategic Objectives
landscape andtownscapecharacter.
Thriving Communities
00++0
16. Reducing healthinequalities, promoting healthyliving and supporting locallyaccessible, high qualityhealthcare;
00++0
17. To protect and enhancecommunity facilities andservices and maximiseaccessibility to them;
+++0
18. To encourage andfacilitate a sense of communityand belonging, andmake suredecisions are made atcommunity level
Table 11.3
Population and human health
13. Improve thequality andquantity ofpubliclyaccessibleopen space.
12. Reduceand preventcrime
11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.Strategic Objectives
Development in the right Place
++
++
++
1. Contribute to sustainable development
Integrated aspart of Vision
Vision aimsto improvesafety of thelocalenvironment.
Vision states to improvequality of life, health andsafety, access to services.
83Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Population and human health
13. Improve thequality andquantity ofpubliclyaccessibleopen space.
12. Reduceand preventcrime
11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.Strategic Objectives
+002. Use of already developed land, buildingsand natural resources;
+0
++3. Development is focused where servicesare available, and facilities supported;
Houses will be located nearbasic amenities such ashealthcare.
Meeting the Housing needs
+0
++4. Concentration of development inAttleborough and Thetford and adjacent toDereham, Swaffham andWatton and supportsmall scale development in rural areas.
Same note as above
+0
++5. Support the development of a variety ofdecent, affordable housing
Same note as above
++00
6. Encourage high quality, sustainable andsafe design that respects the character andlocal distinctiveness;
A Strong Economy
00
++7. Promote and support economic growth todiversify the urban and rural economic,investment is encouraged, skills aredeveloped and retained and new and existingbusinesses are supported;
Investment in healthcare
00
(+)8. Enable the A11 gateway and A47 corridorto contribute to economic growth of theDistrict Potentially improving access
to healthcare services, out oftown.
0?09. Provide sufficient number and variety ofemployment locations and opportunities
0+010. Promote the vitality and viability of towncentres, including the night time economy
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA84
11
Population and human health
13. Improve thequality andquantity ofpubliclyaccessibleopen space.
12. Reduceand preventcrime
11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.Strategic Objectives
00011. Provide for improved broadbandconnections,
A Rich Environment
+00
12. Contribute to the positive management ofchange while protecting the existingenvironment;
++++++13. Promote a safe and healthy environment;,
++0014. Protect, conserve and enhance the naturalenvironment and valuing green infrastructure
++0015. Protection of key habitats for protectedspecies;
Thriving Communities
++
+ +
++16. Reducing health inequalities, promotinghealthy living and supporting locallyaccessible, high quality healthcare;
There hasbeen areduction on
UK as a whole has an ageingpopulation. Breckland is alsoa popular destination for
the overallnumber ofcrimes.
retirement and second homeowners (CSSA –Statistics.gov). Although lifeexpectancy comparesfavourably with Regional andnational levels, together withimproved access tohealthcare will benefit locals.
?
0
+/-
17. To protect and enhance communityfacilities and services and maximiseaccessibility to them; Overall losses
and existingshort falls of
Population is increasing.
Ensure growth is locatedwhere there is convenientaccess to healthcare andsocial facilities.
publicallyaccessible openspace (CSSA,BrecklandDistrict Council –Planning PolicyTeam).
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Population and human health
13. Improve thequality andquantity ofpubliclyaccessibleopen space.
12. Reduceand preventcrime
11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.Strategic Objectives
?00
18. To encourage and facilitate a sense ofcommunity and belonging, and make suredecisions are made at community level
Table 11.4
Inclusive communities
16. Ensure allgroups haveaccess toaffordable,decent andappropriatehousing thatmeets theirneeds.
15. Redressinequalities relatedto age, gender,disability, race, faith,location andincome.
14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility ofessential services andfacilities.
Strategic Objectives
Development in the right Place
++
++
1.Contribute to sustainabledevelopment
The District has fewareas of highdeprivation and the
Retail development will befocused.
Policy seeks to maintain andenhance vitality and viabilityof five main town centres, andlocal shopping facilities withinsmaller villages.
most deprived areasare located inThetford. There willbe opportunities toaddress inequalitiesthrough adopting asustainable approachto development.
0
++
++2. Use of already developed land,buildings and natural resources;
See above note
??
++
3. Development is focused whereservices are available, and facilitiessupported; Uncertain
impact. Mostdeprived areas
Uncertain impact.Most deprived areasin Thetford would in Thetford
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Inclusive communities
16. Ensure allgroups haveaccess toaffordable,decent andappropriatehousing thatmeets theirneeds.
15. Redressinequalities relatedto age, gender,disability, race, faith,location andincome.
14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility ofessential services andfacilities.
Strategic Objectives
would benefitfromdevelopmentand inclusivecommunity.
benefit fromdevelopment andinclusive community.
Meeting the Housing needs
?
?
+
4. Concentration of development inAttleborough and Thetford andadjacent to Dereham, Swaffham andWatton and support small scaledevelopment in rural areas.
CNSHMA(2017)concludes thatthere is a needCNSHMA (2017)
concludes that thereis a need to provideaffordable housingacross the housingmarket.
Retail development will befocused.
to provideaffordablehousing acrossthe housingmarket.
??
?5. Support the development of avariety of decent, affordable housing
See above noteSee above note
Affordable housing isincreasing, but slower thanother areas.
?0
+6. Encourage high quality, sustainableand safe design that respects thecharacter and local distinctiveness; Local shopping facilities will
be maintained.
A Strong Economy
++
+
7. Promote and support economicgrowth to diversify the urban and ruraleconomic, investment is encouraged,
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Inclusive communities
16. Ensure allgroups haveaccess toaffordable,decent andappropriatehousing thatmeets theirneeds.
15. Redressinequalities relatedto age, gender,disability, race, faith,location andincome.
14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility ofessential services andfacilities.
Strategic Objectives
Results in betteraccess to essentialservices and facilities.
skills are developed and retained andnew and existing businesses aresupported;
0
+
++8. Enable the A11 gateway and A47corridor to contribute to economicgrowth of the District
See note above
Will improve accessibility toservices. Currently health andeducation services tend to belocated in key settlementsand market towns.
+00
9. Provide sufficient number andvariety of employment locations andopportunities
+0
++10. Promote the vitality and viabilityof town centres, including the nighttime economy An objective of the Local Plan
is to promote the vitality andviability of town centres,including the night timeeconomy and support theretention of existing ruralservices
00011. Provide for improved broadbandconnections,
A Rich Environment
00+
12. Contribute to the positivemanagement of change whileprotecting the existing environment;
0+013. Promote a safe and healthyenvironment;,
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Inclusive communities
16. Ensure allgroups haveaccess toaffordable,decent andappropriatehousing thatmeets theirneeds.
15. Redressinequalities relatedto age, gender,disability, race, faith,location andincome.
14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility ofessential services andfacilities.
Strategic Objectives
0+
014. Protect, conserve and enhancethe natural environment and valuinggreen infrastructure Council is seeking in its policy
to recognise the value of allgreen infrastructure and thecontribution it makes to thelocal area in which it islocated.
00
015. Protection of key habitats forprotected species;
Breckland has a range ofsites protected for theirbiodiversity or geologicalinterest.
Thriving Communities
0++
++16. Reducing health inequalities,promoting healthy living andsupporting locally accessible, highquality healthcare;
Improving health andwell-being of community is apriority of Breckland Council’sSustainable CommunityStrategy.
0++
++17. To protect and enhancecommunity facilities and services andmaximise accessibility to them; See note above
0++0
18. To encourage and facilitate asense of community and belonging,and make sure decisions are made atcommunity level
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Economic Activity
19. Improve theefficiency,competitivenessand adaptabilityof the localeconomy.
18. Help people gainaccess to satisfyingwork appropriate totheir skills, potentialand place of residence.
17.Increasethevitalityandviabilityofexistingtowncentres.Strategic Objectives
Development in the right Place
++++1. Contribute to sustainable development
+0
+2. Use of already developed land, buildings andnatural resources;
+++3. Development is focused where services areavailable, and facilities supported;
Meeting the Housing needs
0+0
4. Concentration of development in Attleboroughand Thetford and adjacent to Dereham, Swaffhamand Watton and support small scale developmentin rural areas.
0+05. Support the development of a variety of decent,affordable housing
0+0
6. Encourage high quality, sustainable and safedesign that respects the character and localdistinctiveness;
A Strong Economy
++
+/-
+
7. Promote and support economic growth todiversify the urban and rural economic, investmentis encouraged, skills are developed and retainedand new and existing businesses are supported;
Four different scenariosof future employmentspace requirements wereconsidered for the periodup to 2031, with mostpointing to a lower levelof future economicgrowth, reflecting a morepessimisticpost-recession economicoutlook.
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Economic Activity
19. Improve theefficiency,competitivenessand adaptabilityof the localeconomy.
18. Help people gainaccess to satisfyingwork appropriate totheir skills, potentialand place of residence.
17.Increasethevitalityandviabilityofexistingtowncentres.Strategic Objectives
However, proposedpolicy seeks to deliver67ha of employment landover the plan period.
++++08. Enable the A11 gateway and A47 corridor tocontribute to economic growth of the District
+++++9. Provide sufficient number and variety ofemployment locations and opportunities
++++10. Promote the vitality and viability of town centres,including the night time economy
++011. Provide for improved broadband connections,
A Rich Environment
00012. Contribute to the positive management ofchange while protecting the existing environment;
+0013. Promote a safe and healthy environment;,
++0014. Protect, conserve and enhance the naturalenvironment and valuing green infrastructure
++0015. Protection of key habitats for protected species;
Thriving Communities
000
16. Reducing health inequalities, promoting healthyliving and supporting locally accessible, high qualityhealthcare;
+++++17. To protect and enhance community facilitiesand services and maximise accessibility to them;
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Economic Activity
19. Improve theefficiency,competitivenessand adaptabilityof the localeconomy.
18. Help people gainaccess to satisfyingwork appropriate totheir skills, potentialand place of residence.
17.Increasethevitalityandviabilityofexistingtowncentres.Strategic Objectives
++++
18. To encourage and facilitate a sense ofcommunity and belonging, andmake sure decisionsare made at community level
Table 11.6
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12 Assessment of Local Plan Policies
Strategic Vision
Sustainability Objective
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+??+?++?+?++??+?-/?-/?--StrategicVision
Table 12.1 Summary Table Strategic Vision
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: Breckland's Strategic Vision
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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0
L
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The vision seeks the provision of newhousing and employment land within
--D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PLT Breckland. Due to the rural nature of theDistrict, there is limited amounts previouslydeveloped land within the District and as
and productive agriculturalholdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse ofResources
such much of the development will occuron undeveloped land.
onsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
All net new development will have animpact upon water consumption and will
-/??2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
?? see an increase upon demand. The visionprocesses and storageseeks to support new development. Thesystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. Water Cycle Study concludes that the levelof growth can be accommodated butimprovements to water infrastructure arerequired for a number of settlements.
See comments in the row above.-/??3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
??accommodate additional
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growth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
The impact on waste recycling is currentlyunclear.
??4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and ??
The vision for the District is to see newdevelopment occur in areas with
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PLT co-ordinated transport provision. It isconsidered that this would include publictransport provision rather than just privatecar. The vision therefore scores positivelyagainst the sustainability objective.
The vision supports the delivery of newhousing development. The exact impact of
??6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. ?? the vision upon flood risk is unclear, but
this is addressed by the Local Plan policies
The vision makes no specific reference tobiodiversity or geodiversity of the District.
??7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
?? It is unclear the potential impact the theDistricts vision will have on biodiversity orgeodiversity.
biodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Green infrastructure is formed by thelinkages of natural assets within the District
+D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PLT including open space. The vision seeks toInfrastructure in theDistrict. see new development supporting open
spaces and as such scores positivelyagainst this sustainability objective.
The vision recognises the role the naturaland built assets of the play in shaping the
+D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and PLT character of the district. It also recognisesdistinctiveness, diversitythat the should be protected through theand quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape plan period as they act as both a means ofattracting investment and visitors to theDistrict. The vision therefore scorespositively against the sustainabilityobjective.
The vision notes the importance of theDistrict's built assets and the need to
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? protect them for both their own sake and
also as a means of attracting investors andvisitors into the area. The vision does notspecifically note the role of the historicenvironment, however it is considered thatthis is grouped within the overall
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phraseology around built assets of theDistrict. It is not clear the exact impact thevision will have on the conservation andenhancement of the historic environment.
The vision seeks to build strong workingrelationships with stakeholders and
+D11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.
Population
and human PLT partners to improve health care andwellbeing of the community.
healthNo reference is made within the vision tothe reduction or prevention of crime.
??12. Reduce and preventcrime
??
The vision for the District is that all newdevelopments have good access to open
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PLT space. Policies have been included within
the plan which support the delivery of openspace for all new dwellings.
The vision for the District is that newdevelopment will support services and
+D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PLT facilities and in rural areas the will besupported and prized. This statements
essential services andfacilities.
within the vision are positive in the supportthey give towards essential services andfacilities.
Whilst the vision supports the delivery ofservices and facilities within Breckland by
??15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
?? 2036, it is not clear the impact this has onredressing inequalities.
disability, race, faith,location and income.
The vision supports the delivery of newhousing development within the District in
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
PLT accordance with the locational strategy setout within the Local Plan. This approach
decent and appropriatehousing that meets theirneeds. scores positively against the sustainability
objective.
The vision makes no mention to the role ofthe Districts town centres. It does however
??17. Increase the vitalityand viability of existingtown centres.
Economic
Activity ?? talk about centring growth around areaswhere it can support existing services. Theimpact of the vision for Breckland on thevitality and viability of the town centres istherefore unclear.
The vision refers to the need for localdistinctiveness to be reflected through
??18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
?? local policies for the rural economy. Theappropriate to their skills,positive support for the rural economy has
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the opportunity to help people within thecountryside gain work close to their place
potential and place ofresidence.
of residence. The exact impact of the visionon the sustainability objective is unclear.
The vision for the District by 2036 is for adiversified economy which is well
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PLT connected, with a growing number ofadaptability of the localeconomy. skilled workforce and population. This
aspect of the vision supports thesustainability objective to improve theefficiency, competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy and as such scorespositively against it.
Table 12.2 Local Plan: Strategic Vision
GEN1 - Sustainable Development in Breckland
Sustainability Objective
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0+0++0++N/a+++++++++++++++++++++AlternativeOption:Rely onNPPF
Comments: Both the proposed policy for a localised definition of sustainable development and the alternativeoption to rely on the definition set out within the NPPF score positively against the sustainability objectives. Theproposed option of a localised approach allows for key Breckland issues to be taken into consideration, thisincludes issues around the rural economy and sustaining local policies. By addressing local issues, the proposedpolicy scores more positively against the sustainability objectives than just relying on the NPPF. Furthermore,the policy also places a greater importance on the need to mitigate and adapt to climate change and reiteratesthe need to go back to the NPPF where the Local Plan is silent, absent or out of date.
Table 12.3 Summary Table Strategic Development in Breckland
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: GEN 1 Sustainable Development in Breckland
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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0
L
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision Making(Appraisal) Questions - -N
PST
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TMT
LT
Policy will seek to ensuredevelopment occurs in a
++D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PLT sustainable manner, having regardproductive agriculturalto a number of key characteristics.holdings and encourage the
Resources The policy will have a district wideimpact as it will be applied to alldevelopments.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
The key principles within the policyseek to ensure the creation and
++D2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PLT maintenance of environmentallyprocesses and storagesustainable communities, includingthe use of natural resources.
systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
The key principles within the policyseek to ensure the creation and
++D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLT maintenance of environmentallyaccommodate additionalsustainable communities, includingthe use of natural resources.
growth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
Policy includes key principlesaround environmental
++D4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PLT sustainability. The policy will beapplicable district wide.
air pollutionThe first principle set out within thepolicy refers to the need for
++D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution. PLT development to mitigate and adapt
to climate change.
Whilst the policy does not makedirect reference to flood risk, it does
++D6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. ++LT refer to the need to mitigate and
adapt to climate change. The policyspecifically relates to the need toensure the creation ofenvironmentally sustainablecommunities.
One of the key principles ofsustainable development within
++D7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PLT Breckland, as set out within thebiodiversity and promote andconserve geodiversity. policy, is to protect and enhance
the natural environment.
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The policy does not make specificreference to green infrastructure,
+D8. Protect, enhance andincreaseGreen Infrastructurein the District. PLT however it does seek to ensure the
protection of the naturalenvironment.
Whilst the policy makes no specificreference to landscape or
0D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PLT townscape character, it does seekdiversity and quality ofto ensure the protection andlandscape and townscape
character.landscape enhancement of the natural, builtand historic environment.
The policy defines one of the keyprinciples of sustainable
++D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PLT development as being the
protection and enhancement of thehistoric environment, which is inaccordance with the aims of thisobjective.
The policy promotes sustainabledevelopment, which includes
+D11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PLT ensuring development occurs inlocations with good access to
health facilities, this includes healthfacilities.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
The principles of sustainabledevelopment have been defined to
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PLT include the development of facilities
to support growth. Whilst there isno specific reference to openspace, it does include reference tothe development of leisure facilities.
One of the principles of sustainabledevelopment as set out within the
++D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PLT policy is to provide new servicesand facilities where necessary.
essential services andfacilities.
0D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PLTdisability, race, faith, locationand income.
The policy seeks to ensure thedelivery of sustainable
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
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PLT development, including housing. Itsupports the inclusion of inclusivecommunities.
and appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
No specific reference within thepolicy to town centres
0D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PLT
The policy supports the sustainabledevelopment of employment land.
+D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
PLTto their skills, potential andplace of residence.
The policy supports the sustainabledevelopment of employment land.
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PLTadaptability of the localeconomy.
Local Plan Policy: GEN 1 - Sustainable Development in Breckland
Alternative Option: Rely on the definition of Sustainable Development set out within the NPPF
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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0
L
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
TheNPPF encourages the re-useof of previously developed landin the first instance.
++D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land andproductive agricultural
Land, water
and Soil PLTholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
A key principle within the NPPFis ensuring the prudent use ofnatural resources.
++D2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of naturalprocesses and storage PLTsystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
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One of the key dimensions withinthe NPPF is the need to ensure
++D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLT the creation and maintenance ofaccommodate additionalsustainable communitiesgrowth and development withincluding through the use ofnatural resources.
minimal impacts on waterquality.
The environment is highlightedas one of the 3 key dimensions
++D4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PLT of sustainable development andthis includes a reference to the
air pollution need to minimise the productionof waste.
Climate change falls within theenvironmental section of theNPPF definition of sustainabledevelopment.
++D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution. PLT
See comment above++D6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. PLT
Within the environmentaldimension of sustainable
++D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PLT development the need topromote and conservegeodiversity. contribute to protecting and
enhancing the naturalenvironment.
Green infrastructure includesmany parts of the natural
+D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PLT environment, however, the three
dimensions of sustainabledevelopment within the NPPFdoes not make any specificreference to the role of greeninfrastructure.
The landscape and townscapeform an important part of the
++D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PLT environmental dimension ofsustainable development.
diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
See comment above.++D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PLT
The social dimension of forsustainable development includessupporting healthy communities.
++D11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PLT
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N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
See comment relating to greeninfrastructure
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PLT
The social strand of sustainabledevelopment revolves around
+D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PLT strong, vibrant healthycommunities which would includethrough the development of keyservices and facilities. This issupported by the sustainabilityobjective.
0N/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
The social dimension ofsustainable development states
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PLT that the social role will beand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. supported by providing the supply
of housing required to meet theneeds of present and futuregenerations.
The economic dimension ofsustainable development makes
0D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PLT reference to a competitiveeconomy, however it makes noreference to the role of towncentres within this.
The economy is one of threestrands of sustainable
+D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
PLT development set out within theNPPF. The NPPF places a high
to their skills, potential andplace of residence.
level of importance on theeconomy and jobs growth and assuch scores well against thisobjective.
Whilst the NPPF supports theeconomy, it seeks to allow Local
0D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PLT Plans to provide the greater detailadaptability of the localeconomy. around the local economy and in
Breckland's case the rural natureof it.
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GEN 02 - Promoting High Quality Design
Sustainability Objective
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0N/a0N/aN/aN/aN/a0N/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption:Rely onthe NPPF
Comments: Good design can impact upon not just how people view and use an area, it can also lead to improve thevitality, viability and competitiveness of an area by being attractive to people, impacting upon how they use spaces. PolicyGEN 2 requires all new development to demonstrate high quality design and as such scores positively against a numberof the objectives. The alternative option of relying on policies contained at a national level still attaches great importanceto design, however this is less specific than a local policy and as such does not score as well against the objectives.
Table 12.4 Summary Table Promoting High Quality Design
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: GEN 2 - Promoting High Quality Design
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
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PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage
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systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
The policy seeks toensure all developments
++D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT contribute positively todiversity and quality ofthe surrounding area.landscape and townscape
character.landscape This scores positivelyagainst the objective.
The policy requires alldevelopment within the
+D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT District to respect and be
sensitive to the characterof the surrounding area.This scores positivelyagainst the criteria.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
The policy requiresplanning applications to
+D12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
PST-LT
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demonstrate high qualitydesign, which is a keyelement of the policy andreasoned justification.
Whilst not necessarilyincreasing the quantity of
0/+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT open space, the policy
does seek to ensureschemes contributepositively to the publicrealm and public spaces,which can lead to qualityimprovements to theopen space.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
The reasoned justificationincludes the requirement
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PST-LT that spaces aredisability, race, faith, locationand income. accessible to all, noting
the way in which welldesigned spacesencourage socialintegration, equal accessto opportunities, servicesand facilities. This scorespositively against theobjective.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
Well designed publicrealm and public spaces
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT are more attractive tousers and as such canhelp to improve thevitality and viability oftown centres.
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
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Well designed spaces,which are attractive to
0/+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST-LT end users can lead toadaptability of the localeconomy. improvements in the local
economy, as they areattractive to newbusinesses.
Table 12.5
Alternative Option: Rely on the NPPF
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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0
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
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N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsand maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
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N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
The NPPF requiresdecision makers to
+D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT place great weight onoutstanding orinnovative design whichhelps to raise standards.This scores positivelyagainst the criteria.
diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
The NPPF places greatimportance on design,
0D12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
PST-LT which can have animpact on the reductionand prevention of crime.The NPPF does nothave specificinformation on design,seeking instead to relyon local policies and assuch scores neutrallyagainst this criteria.
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
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N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
The NPPF places greatimportance on design,
0D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT which can have animpact on the vitalityand viability of towncentres. Impacting onhow users see and usespaces. The NPPF doesnot have specificinformation on design,seeking instead to relyon local policies and assuch scores neutrallyagainst this criteria.
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
The NPPF places greatimportance on design,
0D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST-LT which can have anadaptability of the localeconomy. impact on the
attractiveness ofemployment centres,including how users seeand use spaces. TheNPPF does not havespecific information ondesign, seeking insteadto rely on local policiesand as such scoresneutrally against thiscriteria.
Table 12.6
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GEN 03 - Settlement Hierarchy
Sustainability Objective
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+++++++++++?+-0??++0-0-GEN 03
+++++++++?+-0??++0-0-Alternative Option:FocusedDevelopment Pattern
000/-+++0/-0/+?+00??00/-000--Alternative Option:Dispersed/ScatteredDevelopment Pattern
0/-0/-0/-0+0/-+?+00??00/-0----Alternative Option:New Settlement
Comments:The locational strategy has a number of implications on the sustainability objectives. The proposedpolicy sets the highest level of growth in the key settlements of Attleborough and Thetford alongside a balanceddistribution of growth between the Market Towns and the Local Service Centres with limited development in themore rural settlements. The level of development is proportional to the size and function of the existing settlementand the level of services, facilities and employment opportunities which already exist helping to reinforce thecharacter of the settlements and their role in each level of the hierarchy. The proposed policy has a number ofsustainability advantages including supporting services and facilities in the Districts settlements, ensuring newhousing opportunities for all and helping to reduce inequality in the rural area. The policy also directs greaterlevels of development to more accessible locations, whilst recognising that even in the less accessible locations,limited development is still required to sustain these villages and provide new housing options.
All of the options score negatively against the requirements to limit development on undeveloped or agriculturalland. Due to the limited levels of brownfield land within Breckland, the majority of new development will be ongreenfield land.
Table 12.7 Summary Table Settlement Hierarchy
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: GEN 3 - Settlement Hierarchy
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
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TMT
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The policy continues the approach of twolarge scale urban extensions which will
-D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PLT be built in Thetford and Attleboroughand productive agriculturalpredominantly on greenfield land. Thereholdings and encourage
Resources is limited availability of brownfield landwithin Breckland.
the recycling/reuse ofonsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
The locational strategy has beeninformed by the Breckland Water Cycle
0D2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PLT Study and the Strategic Flood Riskprocesses and storageAssessment. The studies confirm thatsystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. there is sufficient water capacity to meetthe requirements of the growth.
-D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLTaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
0L4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PLT
The policy seeks to concentrate the mainquantum of development to the Key
+L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PST Settlements and Market Towns. Theseare the more accessible locations withinthe District and offer other forms oftransport. In addition, part of theassessment of Local Service Centrevillages considered the availability ofpublic transport within the village.
The locational strategy has been sethaving due regard to the findings of the
+L6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PMT Water Cycle Study and Strategic Flood
Risk Assessment.
Compatibility with the objective will bedependent on specific sites. However,
??7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST the need to deliver significant volume ofbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. housing to meet housing requirements
in accordance with the spatial distributionwill mean pressure on both urbanbrownfield sites and peripheral greenfieldsites that have bio-diversity value.
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The urban extensions within Thetford andAttleborough have the opportunity to
??8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PST increase green infrastructure within theseInfrastructure in theDistrict. areas. The impact on other areas will be
dependent on specific sites.
The locational strategy has beeninformed by the relevant evidence base;
0L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and PST the Breckland Landscape Characterdistinctiveness, diversityAssessment and the Settlement Fringeand quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape Assessment. These assessmentsindicate that housing delivery can occurwithout significant harm to thelandscape/townscape in the areas.
The policy includes two large urbanextensions in Thetford and Attleborough.
-L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST The location of the urban extensions
have been informed by the heritageevidence base for Thetford. Furtherhistoric characterisation is currently beingprepared for Attleborough by the landagents, and as such, the impact iscurrently unclear.
Providing affordable housing on newhousing schemes will have a positive
+D11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.
Population
and human PST impact on meeting housing need andallied health issues related to access toand quality of accommodation.health
??12. Reduce and preventcrime
??
Evidence from the Open SpaceAssessment demonstrates that the
++L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST greatest deficiencies in public open space
are found in the Districts market towns.A strategy of focusing the majority ofhousing growth to these locationspresents an opportunity to secure publicopen space for the benefit of new andexisting residents.
The policy seeks to locate growth inareas with good accessibility to essential
++D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PMT services and facilities. New developmentis also likely to see improvements tothese services and facilities
essential services andfacilities.
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The policy will support existingsettlements by enabling new housing and
++D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMT employment opportunities which willdisability, race, faith,location and income. sustain the population in villages and
provide choice, particularly in the morerural parts of the District. This will help toredress existing inequalities.
In the short term, housing delivery willbegin to redress the disparity between
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
PMT housing demand and supply. During thedecent and appropriatemedium to long term the marked shift inhousing that meets their
needs. housing delivery as set out within thepolicy will deliver a strong compatibilityaround ensuring all groups have accessto affordable, decent and appropriatehousing. This is more than just supplyand demand and will be supported by thepolicy seeking different types and sizesof housing.
The main growth within Breckland will befocused on the District's five towns.
+L17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PMT Further housing development will supportthe function of the towns and potentiallyallow for improvements to services.
The focus of growth is in areas wherethere are employment opportunities. In
+D18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
PMT addition these are areas where there isappropriate to their skills,public transport availability to higher ordercentres.
potential and place ofresidence.
Focusing development on the District'stowns is likely to see an increase in
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT demand for employment sites. The policyadaptability of the localeconomy. has been informed by the employment
growth study.
Table 12.8
Alternative Option: Focused Development Pattern
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PST
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TMT
LT
The policy continues the approach of twolarge scale urban extensions which will be
-D1. Minimise theirreversible loss of
Land, water
and Soil PLT built in Thetford and Attleboroughundeveloped land andpredominantly on greenfield land. There isproductive agricultural
Resources limited availability of brownfield land withinBreckland.
holdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse ofonsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
The locational strategy has been informedby the Breckland Water Cycle Study and
0D2. Limit waterconsumption to the
PLT the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment. Thecapacity of naturalstudies confirm that there is sufficient waterprocesses and storagecapacity to meet the requirements of thegrowth.
systems andmaintain andenhance water quality.
-D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLTaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
0L4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PLT
This approach will see developmentconcentrated in the Key Settlements andMarket Towns. These are the more
+/0L5. Reduce contributionsto climate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PSTaccessible locations within the District andoffer other forms of transport. In addition,part of the assessment of local servicecentre villages considered the availabilityof public transport within the village.
It should be noted that more concentrateddevelopment patterns could increase trafficflows within towns and therefore has thepotential to increase air pollution in theseareas.
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The locational strategy has been set havingdue regard to the findings of the Water
+L6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PMT Cycle Study and Strategic Flood Risk
Assessment.
Compatibility with the objective will bedependent on specific sites. However, the
??7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST need to deliver significant volume ofbiodiversity and promotehousing to meet housing requirements inand conserve
geodiversity. accordance with the spatial distribution willmean pressure on both urban brownfieldsites and peripheral greenfield sites thathave bio-diversity value.
The urban extensions within Thetford andAttleborough have the opportunity to
??8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PST increase green infrastructure within theseInfrastructure in theDistrict. areas. The impact on other areas will be
dependent on specific sites.
The locational strategy has been informedby the relevant evidence base; the
0L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and PST Breckland Landscape Characterdistinctiveness, diversityAssessment and the Settlement Fringeand quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape Assessment. These assessments indicatethat housing delivery can occur withoutsignificant harm to thelandscape/townscape in the areas.
The policy includes two large urbanextensions in Thetford and Attleborough.
-L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST The location of the urban extensions have
been informed by the heritage evidencebase for Thetford. Further historiccharacterisation is currently being preparedfor Attleborough by the land agents, and assuch the impacts is currently unclear.
Providing affordable housing on newhousing schemeswill have a positive impact
+D11. Improve the healthand well being of thepopulation.
Population
and human PST on meeting housing need and allied healthissues related to access to and quality ofaccommodation.health
This will be dependent on the design of thescheme and will be determined through theplanning application process.
??12. Reduce and preventcrime
??
Evidence from theOpenSpaceAssessmentdemonstrates that the greatest deficiencies
++L13. Improve the qualityand quantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST in public open space are found in the
Districts market towns. A strategy of
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focusing the majority of housing growth tothese locations presents an opportunity tosecure public open space for the benefit ofnew and existing residents.
A focused development pattern will locategrowth in areas with good accessibility toessential services and facilities. New
+D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility ofessential services andfacilities.
Inclusive
communities PMTdevelopment is also likely to seeimprovements to these services andfacilities
The Key Settlements and Market Townsform the focus for service delivery withinBreckland, a focused development patternwill not necessarily help the rural hinterlandsof Breckland to access services andfacilities.
A focused development pattern has thepotential to provide new infrastructure
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMT including local centres within the urbandisability, race, faith,location and income. extensions, schooling, health care and
affordable housing. This will help to redressexisting inequalities.
In the short term housing delivery will beginto redress the disparity between housingdemand and supply. During the medium to
+D16. Ensure all groupshave access to affordable,decent and appropriate PMT
long term the marked shift in housinghousing that meets theirneeds. delivery as set out within the policy will
deliver a strong compatibility aroundensuring all groups have access toaffordable, decent and appropriate housing.This is more than just supply and demandand will be supported by the policy seekingdifferent types and sizes of housing.
A focused development pattern will see themajority of housing allocated to the KeySettlements and Market Towns. Largerscale developments are likely to have anumber of infrastructure requirements,which may well put pressure on the viabilityof the scheme and therefore the ability todeliver affordable housing
The main growth within Breckland will befocused on the districts five towns. Further
+L17. Increase the vitalityand viability of existingtown centres.
Economic
Activity PMT housing development will support the
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function of the towns and potentially allowfor improvements to services.
The focus of growth is in areas where thereare employment opportunities. In addition
+D18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
PMT these are areas where there is publictransport availability to higher order centres.
appropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
Focusing development on the District'stowns is likely to see an increase in demand
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT for employment sites. The policy has beeninformed by the employment growth study.
adaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.9
Alternative Option: Dispersed/Scattered Development Pattern
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
A dispersed approach to housingdelivery will see development across
--D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PLT a number of settlements, due to theand productive agriculturallimited amount of brownfield landholdings and encourage the
Resources available within most settlements inthe district, it is likely that this will
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
occur on undeveloped agriculturalland.
impacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
The locational strategy has beeninformed by the Breckland Water
0D2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PLT Cycle Study and the Strategic Floodprocesses and storageRisk Assessment. Whilst the studiessystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. confirm that there is sufficient watercapacity to meet the requirements ofthe growth, a dispersed approachmaysee the need for upgrading of facilitiesin settlements.
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See comment above0D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLTaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
0L4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PLT
A dispersed strategy for housingdistribution is likely to increase the
0/-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PST need to use private car, due to limitedlevels of public transport availabilitywithin Breckland away from themarket towns.
Improvements to water and flood riskinfrastructure would be required for anumber of areas in the District.
0L6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PMT
Compatibility with the objective will bedependent on specific sites. However,
??7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST the need to deliver significant volumebiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. of housing to meet housing
requirements in accordance with thespatial distribution will mean pressureon both urban brownfield sites andperipheral greenfield sites that havebio-diversity value.
See comment above??8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PST
The locational strategy has beeninformed by the relevant evidence
0L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST base; the Breckland Landscapediversity and quality ofCharacter Assessment and thelandscape and townscape
character.landscape Settlement Fringe Assessment. Theseassessments indicate that housingdelivery can occur without significantharm to the landscape/townscape inthe areas.
See comment above0L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST
Providing affordable housing on newhousing schemes will have a positive
+D11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
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and human impact on meeting housing need andallied health issues related to accessto and quality of accommodation.
PSThealth
This will be determined through theplanning application
??12. Reduce and preventcrime
??
Evidence from the Open SpaceAssessment demonstrates that the
0/+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST greatest deficiencies in public open
space are found in the District'smarket towns. A dispersed growthstrategy will not help to meetdeficiencies in these areas, howevernew developments will still be requiredto provide open space.
Lower growth levels across adispersed area will impact upon the
0/-D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PMT level of new service provision. Theplanning obligations regulations state
essential services andfacilities.
that they can only be provided whereit is directly related to a development.
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMTdisability, race, faith, locationand income.
In the short term housing delivery willbegin to redress the disparity between
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT housing demand and supply. Duringthe medium to long term the markedshift in housing delivery as set outwithin the policy will deliver a strongcompatibility around ensuring all
and appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
groups have access to affordable,decent and appropriate housing. Thisis more than just supply and demandand will be supported by the policyseeking different types and sizes ofhousing.
A dispersed strategy will see less ofa focus on the districts five market
0/-L17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PMT towns, and there may be knock oneffects on the vitality and viability ofthe town centre.
A dispersed strategy may result innew housing being developed in areas
0D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
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PMT of limited employment opportunity andlead to people having to travel furtherto employment opportunities.
appropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
See comment above0D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMTadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.10
Alternative Option: New Settlement
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecisionmaking (Appraisal)questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
Due to the limited quantum ofpreviously developed land within
--D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PLT Breckland, a new settlement wouldproductive agriculturalrequire the development ofundeveloped greenfield land.
holdings and encourage therecycling/reuse of onsiteResourcesresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
The locational strategy has beeninformed by the Breckland Water
-D2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
PLT Cycle Study and the Strategic Floodprocesses and storageRisk Assessment. The studiessystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. confirm that there is sufficient watercapacity to meet the requirementsof the growth. However a newsettlement is likely to requiresignificant upgrades to a waterrecycling centre so that they areable to deal with the growth
See comment above-D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLTaccommodate additional
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growth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
0L4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PLT
air pollutionA new settlement may be slow todeliver strategic and essential
0/-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution. PST infrastructure required to service a
settlement, therefore it may lead tocommuting/trips to largersettlements. This may have anegative impact upon localised airpollution.
The specific location of a newsettlement would need to be
0L6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. PMT informed by the Water Cycle Study
and a flood risk assessment.
Compatibility with the objective willbe dependent on specific sites. Due
??7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST to the limited amount of brownfieldpromote and conservegeodiversity. land within breckland, it is highly
likely that any new settlement willneed to be delivered on peripheralgreenfield sites that could havebio-diversity value.
A new settlement has theopportunity to incorporate greeninfrastructure from the design stage
??8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PST
The delivery of a new settlement willhave an impact on the landscape
0L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST and townscape of the area. Thediversity and quality ofexact impact will depend upon thelandscape and townscape
character.landscape siting of the area, however it shouldbe informed by the BrecklandLandscape Character Assessment.
See comment above0L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST
Providing affordable housing on newhousing schemes will have a
+D11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PST positive impact on meeting housingneed and allied health issues related
health
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to access to and quality ofaccommodation.
This will need to be included throughthe design and will be assessedthrough the planning application
??12. Reduce and prevent crime
??
A new settlement will be required toprovide on-site open space. It will
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST not however help to meet existing
deficiencies in other parts of thedistrict.
This option seeks to create a newsettlement, which may be slow to
0/-D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT deliver infrastructure required toensure there is a sustainablecommunity.
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMTdisability, race, faith, locationand income.
A new settlement will deliver thehousing development requiredwhich
0D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT will help to meet the housing needsand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. of the District. However a new
settlement will have a longer lead intime for housing delivery.
A new settlement may result inunmet needs of market towns andlarger rural settlements.
0/-L17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PMT
A new settlement will have long leadin times and is likely to be slow to
0/-D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
PMT deliver required infrastructureto their skills, potential andplace of residence. required to ensure access to
employment areas.
See comment above0/-D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMTadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.11
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Attleborough Strategic Vision
Sustainability Objective
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+++++N/a+++N/a++++++0/+00/-N/aN/a--AttleboroughStrategicVision
0N/a0/-0N/a00N/a0/-0N/a0/-0/-00N/aN/aN/a--AlternativeOption: Relyon otherpolicieswithin theLocal Plan
Comments: The inclusion of a vision for the Attleborough Strategic Urban Extension scores positively against anumber of the sustainability objectives. Whilst the alternative option to rely on other policies within the Local Plandoes not necessarily score negatively there are a greater number of neutral impacts. Not including a vision hasthe potential that opportunities to incorporate key local requirements/features within the development may notoccur.
Table 12.12 Summary Table Attleborough Strategic Vision
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: Attleborough Strategic Vision
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
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TMT
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The vision sets out the landallocation for Attleborough, due
--L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT to the limited level of brownfieldproductive agriculturalland within the District, it islocated on greenfield land.
holdings and encourage therecycling/reuse of onsiteResourcesresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
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N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
No specific reference to waste isincluded within the vision.
0/-L4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PST-LT
The vision seeks to ensurepedestrian and cycle links withinthe urban extension to the towncentre. This scores neutrallyagainst the objective in relationlocalised air pollution, as it doesnot reduce climate change orlocalised air pollution, however itdoes not significantly worsen thesituation.
0L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT
The vision requires SuDS to beincorporated within the design of
0/+L6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PMT-LT the scheme. Actual impact upon
flood risk would need to beconsidered as part of anyplanning application.
Opportunities for greeninfrastructure linking sites is
+L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PLT included within the vision for thebiodiversity and promote andconserve geodiversity. urban extension. This offers the
opportunity for improvements tobiodiversity.
The objective includes therequirement for the urban
+L8. Protect, enhance andincreaseGreen Infrastructurein the District. PLT extension to include green
infrastructure to connect places,which scores positively againstthis objective.
The vision requires the newdevelopment to have regard to
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PLT the land scape and townscape ofthe existing town.
diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
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The vision sets out therequirement for the new
+L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PLT development to complement and
conserve the historic environmentwhich scores positively againstthe objective.
Walking and cycling facilities areincluded within the vision for
++L11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PLT Attleborough, ensuring linkagesto the town centre and servicesand facilities.health
This objective is dependent onthe design of the application.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
The vision requires the urbanextension to secure defined open
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PLT spaces, which scores positively
against this objective.
The vision includes therequirements for residents to
++L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PMT-LT have access to a range ofservices and facilities. This is in
essential services andfacilities.
accordancewith the requirementsof the objective
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
The vision requires a mix ofhomes and tenure types to reflect
++L16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PLT the needs and ambitions of the,and appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. which therefore scores positively
against this criteria.
The vision includes therequirement for linkages between
+L17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PMT-LT the new site and the town centre.In addition new residentialdevelopment also means morepeople using the town centrewhich can lead to improvementsin the vitality and viability.
The new development will alsoinclude new employment land,
+L/D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
PMT-LT
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which scores positively againstthis criteria
to their skills, potential andplace of residence.
The new development will alsoinclude new employment land,
+L/D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT-LT which scores positively againstthis criteria
adaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.13
Alternative Option: Don't include a specific vision for the Attleborough SUE and instead rely on other policieswithin the plan
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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Decision making(Appraisal) questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
Not including a vision for theAttleborough SUE within the
--L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT plan, does not impact upon theloss of undeveloped land.
productive agriculturalholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
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air pollution New developments of thisscale would be expected to
0L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution. PST-LT provide other pedestrian and
cycle links.
New developments of thisscale would be expected to
0L6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PST-LT provide SuDS and other flood
risk management.
Whilst biodiversity andgeodiversity would need to be
0/-L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST-LT considered as part of abiodiversity and promote andconserve geodiversity. planning application, not
including a vision for the SUEreferencing it may mean thatopportunities for enhancingbiodiversity and notincorporated into the design ofthe scheme.
Green Infrastructure isincluded within the Local Plan,
0/-L8. Protect, enhance andincreaseGreen Infrastructurein the District. PLT however not including a
specific vision for it within theplan may impact upon thedelivery of it withinAttleborough.
Design policies areincorporated within the LocalPlan.
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,diversity and quality of
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/alandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
The NPPF requires all newdevelopment to consider this.
0L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT Therefore not including it
specifically within the visiondoes not necessarily impactupon this.
Not including a specific visionfor the the urban extension
0/-L11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PST-LT may mean that opportunitiesto incorporate health and well
health being into the plan do notoccur.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
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All new residentialdevelopment is required to
0L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PMT-LT provide open space within the
application.
Planning applications arerequired to provide services
0L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PMT-LT and facilities directly related tothem tomake them acceptablein planning terms. Thereforenot including a specific visionfor the urban extension would
essential services andfacilities.
not necessarily impact uponthis, however it may impactupon the way in which theseservices and facilities areintegrated into the existingtown.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
Other policies within the planrequire a range of housing
0D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PLT types and tenures to meet theand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. mix as set out within the
Strategic Housing MarketAssessment.
Without including a specificvision for linking the town
0/-L17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT centre with the urbanextension, this may not beincorporated within the sitewhich may therefore impactupon the vitality and viability ofthe town centre.
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
Other policies within the LocalPlan require the provision of
0L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST-LT employment land inAttleborough
adaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.14
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GEN 04 - Development Requirements for the Attleborough Strategic Urban Extension
Sustainability Objective
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+++/-+++++++N/a+??+-0-N/a00--GEN 04
+++/-+++++++N/a+??+-0-N/a0/-0/---AlternativeOption:Require thedevelopmentof alldwellings by2036
0/+0/++/-+++++N/a0/-??+--0/--N/a0/-0/---AlternativeOption: Donot include aspecificpolicy
0/+0/+++?++N/a???+--0/--N/a0/-0/---AlternativeOption:Allocatesmaller sitesto meet thehosuingrequirement
Comments: Policy GEN 04 sets out the development requirements for the strategic urban extension. Allocating4,000 homes as a strategic urban extension and setting development requirements in policy GEN 04 scoresfavourably against a number of SA objectives. The proposed approach maximises the opportunity for planninggain and requires a comprehensive masterplan for new green infrastructure, schools, medical and communityfacilities, local service hubs and employment which benefit both existing and new residents of Attleborough.The alternative approach; dispersing the housing requirement across a number of sites does not score asfavourably as it would not provide the same level of planning gain or benefits to the community as it would resultinto a piecemeal approach to the development/improvement of local infrastructure. Having no specific policy forAttleborough does not necessarily mean that an impact will not be taken into account in a planning application,but diminishes the weight which can be given to it. There are limited differences in sustainability terms betweenthe policy and the alternative option to deliver all 4,000 dwellings by 2036, as ultimately this level of housinggrowth remains proposed for the site just over a longer time period.
Table 12.15 Summary Table Development Requirements for the Attleborough Strategic Urban Extension
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: GEN 04 - Development Requirements of the Attleborough Strategic Urban Extension(SUE)
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Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The location of the strategic urbanextension is on undeveloped
--L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PLT greenfield land which is predominantlyin agricultural use.
and productive agriculturalholdings and encourage
Resources the recycling/reuse ofonsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
The policy specifies the requirementfor 2,650 new dwellings up to 2036,
0L2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PLT which will have an impact upon waterprocesses and storageconsumption. The Water Cycle Studysystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. has shown that there is capacity withinthe system. The policy also includescriteria around the requirement fordevelopment to include waterefficiency measures.
See comment above.0L3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLTaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Attleborough is identified as a keysettlement within the settlement
-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PLT hierarchy and has access to publictransport. Due to the size of thedevelopment proposed there is likelyto be an implication on local airpollution. Evidence base around
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smarter transport options has beenprepared as part of this local plan andshould be included within a policy.
The sustainable urban extension willsee the development of a significant
0L6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PLT quantum of housing on greenfield land.
This will have an impact on runoffrates. The proposed policy includesthe requirement for a flood riskassessment to be submitted within theapplication and the site ispredominantly in Flood Zone 1 (atlowest risk of flooding).
The development will be on greenfieldland and as such there is likely to be
-L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PLT implications for biodiversity within thebiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. plan area. The policy does include
reference to the retention andprotection of hedgerows and treeswithin the urban extension.
The policy seeks the development ofnew green infrastructure to act as a
+L8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PLT link between the existing town and thenew development.
Infrastructure in theDistrict.
The development of the sustainableurban extension will have an impact
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and ?? on the landscape and townscape.distinctiveness, diversityRegard should be had to the findingsand quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape of the Landscape CharacterAssessment and the Settlement FringeStudy. The impact of the developmenton the landscape and townscape iscurrently uncertain and will depend onthe design of the scheme.
There are a number of importantheritage features within Attleborough
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? which have the potential to be
impacted upon by the development ofthe sustainable urban extension.Whilst the impact of the developmentto the south west of the town is lowerthan in other areas, the impact is stillunclear.
The new development will includepedestrian and cycle links to the town
+L11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.
Population
and human PLT
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centre and also new outdoor sportsfacilities.
health
This should be considered through thedesign stage of the planningapplication
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
The new development will be requiredto provide on-site open space of both
++L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PLT children's play and outdoor sports
facilities.
The new development will provide anumber of essential services and
++D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PLT facilities including new schoolprovision, retail provision through localcentres and new sports facilities.
essential services andfacilities.
The policy will provide a number ofnew essential services and facilities
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PLT which will be accessible to everyonewithin the town.
disability, race, faith,location and income.
The development of the urbanextension will provide a significant
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
PLT proportion of the housing needs for thedecent and appropriateDistrict as a whole. This will includehousing that meets their
needs. new affordable housing to help meetthe requirements of those in housingneed.
The urban extension will provide retailprovision within the development. The
+/-D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PLT Retail and Town Centre studyassessed the impact of local centreswithin the SUE and due to the level ofretail provision, this was assessed asbeing minimal.
The urban extension will be requiredto provide new employment areas aspart of the development.
+D18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying workappropriate to their skills, PLTpotential and place ofresidence.
New employment opportunities withinthe town will help to improve the
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PLT efficiency, competitiveness andadaptability of the local economy.
adaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.16
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LOCAL PLAN POLICY: Include a policy requiring all 4,000 dwellings to be built by 2036
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The location of the strategic urbanextension is on undeveloped
--L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PLT greenfield land which is predominantlyin agricultural use.
and productive agriculturalholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resourcesfor the future generations.
The alternative option specifies therequirement for 4000 new dwellings,
0/-L2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PLT which will have an impact upon waterprocesses and storageconsumption. The water cycle studysystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. shows that the number can beaccommodated over the longertimeframe, however it is not clear theimplications of completing all sites by2036.
See comment above.0/-L3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLTaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Attleborough is identified as a keysettlement within the spatial hierarchy
-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PLT and has access to public transport.Due to the size of the developmentproposed there is likely to be animplication on local air pollution.
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Evidence base around smartertransport options has been preparedas part of this local plan and shouldbe included within a policy.
The sustainable urban extension willsee the development of a significant
0L6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PLT quantum of housing on greenfield
land. This will have an impact onrunoff rates. The application will needto consider the implications of surfacewater.
The development will be on greenfieldland and as such there is likely to be
-L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PLT implications for biodiversity within thebiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. plan area. The policy does include
reference to the retention andprotection of hedgerows and treeswithin the urban extension.
The policy seeks the development ofnew green infrastructure to act as a
+L8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PLT link between the existing town and the
new development.
The development of the sustainableurban extension will have an impact
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and ?? on the landscape and townscape.distinctiveness, diversityRegard should be had to the findingsand quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape of the Landscape CharacterAssessment and the SettlementFringe Study. The impact of thedevelopment on the landscape andtownscape is currently uncertain.
There are a number of importantheritage features within Attleborough
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? which have the potential to be
impacted upon by the development ofthe sustainable urban extension.Whilst the impact of the developmentto the south west of the town is lowerthan in other areas, the impact is stillunclear.
The new development will includepedestrian and cycle links to the town
+L11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PLT centre and also new outdoor sportsfacilities.
health
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This should be considered through thedesign stage of the planningapplication
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
The new development will be requiredto provide on-site open space of both
++L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PLT children's play and outdoor sports
facilities.
The new development will provide anumber of essential services and
++D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PLT facilities including new schoolprovision, retail provision through localcentres and new sports facilities.
essential services andfacilities.
The policy will provide a number ofnew essential services and facilities
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PLT which will be accessible to everyonewithin the town.
disability, race, faith,location and income.
The development of the urbanextension will provide a significant
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
PLT proportion of the housing needs fordecent and appropriatethe District as a whole. This willhousing that meets their
needs. include new affordable housing to helpmeet the requirements of those inhousing need.
The urban extension will provide retailprovision within the development. The
+/-D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PLT Retail and Town Centre studyassessed the impact of local centreswithin the SUE and due to the level ofretail provision, this was assessed asbeing minimal.
The urban extension will be requiredto provide new employment areas aspart of the development.
+D18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying workappropriate to their skills, PLTpotential and place ofresidence.
New employment opportunities withinthe town will help to improve the
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PLT efficiency, competitiveness andadaptability of the local economy.
adaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.17
Alternative Option: Do not include a specific policy on the Development Requirements for the Strategic UrbanExtension
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Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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L
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The location of the strategic urbanextension is on undeveloped greenfield
--L1. Minimise theirreversible loss of
Land, water
and Soil PLT land which is predominantly inagricultural use. Not including a specificpolicy in relation to the developmentrequirements of the urban extension, will
undeveloped land andproductive agriculturalholdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse of
Resources
not impact on the land take for the urbanextension.
onsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
The requirement for 4000 new dwellings,will have an impact upon water
0/-L2. Limit waterconsumption to the
PLT consumption. Not including a proposedcapacity of naturalpolicy means that further informationprocesses and storagefrom the water cycle study may not besystems and maintaintaken into account in the determinationof the application.
and enhance waterquality.
See comment above.0/-L3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLTaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise theproduction of waste and
Climate
change and N/aN/asupport the recycling ofwaste.
air pollutionAttleborough is identified as a keysettlement within the spatial hierarchy
-L5. Reduce contributionsto climate change andlocalised air pollution. PLT and has access to public transport. Due
to the size of the development proposedthere is likely to be an implication onlocal air pollution. Evidence base aroundsmarter transport options has been
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prepared as part of this local plan. Thepreferred direction includes informationon pedestrian and cycle links, notincluding a policy may reduce the weightwhich can be given to this.
The sustainable urban extension will seethe development of a significant quantum
0/-L6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PLT of housing on greenfield land. This will
have an impact on runoff rates. Theapplication will need to consider theimplications of surface water. Notincluding a policy on the urban extensionmeans that the requirements for the SUEare not set out as clearly.
The development will be on greenfieldland and as such there is likely to be
--L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PLT implications for biodiversity within thebiodiversity and promoteplan area. The preferred directionand conserve
geodiversity. specifically refers to the retention ofhedgerows and trees not including aspecific policy may diminish the weightwhich can be given to their protectionthrough a planning application.
Not including a specific policy on thedevelopment of the sustainable urban
+L8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PLT extension may reduce the weight thatInfrastructure in theDistrict. can be given to the provision of green
infrastructure through the determinationof a planning application.
The development of the sustainableurban extension will have an impact on
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and ?? the landscape and townscape. Regarddistinctiveness, diversityshould be had to the findings of theand quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape Landscape Character Assessment andthe Settlement Fringe Study. The impactof the development on the landscapeand townscape is currently uncertain.
There are a number of important heritagefeatures within Attleborough which have
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? the potential to be impacted upon by the
development of the sustainable urbanextension. Whilst the impact of thedevelopment to the south west of thetown is lower than in other areas, theimpact is still unclear.
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Not including a preferred policy may leadto health implications not being taken
0/-L11. Improve the healthand well being of thepopulation.
Population
and human PLT into account through the plan process,and may diminish the weight which canbe given to it through the plan process.health
This should be considered through thedesign stage of the planning application
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
The new development will be requiredto provide on-site open space of both
++L13. Improve the qualityand quantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PLT children's play and outdoor sports
facilities. This is included through aseparate open space policy.
The new development will provide anumber of essential services and
+D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PLT facilities including new school provision,retail provision through local centres and
essential services andfacilities.
new sports facilities. Whilst not includinga policy will not necessarily mean thatthese services are not provided it hasthe potential to diminish the weight whichcan be given through the planningprocess.
See comment above+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PLTdisability, race, faith,location and income.
The development of the urban extensionwill provide a significant proportion of the
+D16. Ensure all groupshave access to
PLT housing needs for the District as a whole.affordable, decent andThis will include new affordable housingappropriate housing that
meets their needs. to help meet the requirements of thosein housing need. Not including a specificpolicy will see the need to rely on thedistrict wide affordable housing policyand may diminish the weight which canbe given to it through the planningprocess.
The urban extension will provide retailprovision within the development. The
+/-D17. Increase the vitalityand viability of existingtown centres.
Economic
Activity PLT Retail and Town Centre study assessedthe impact of local centres within theSUE and due to the level of retailprovision, this was assessed as beingminimal.
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The urban extension will be required toprovide new employment areas as part
0/+D18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
PLT of the development. The preferred policyappropriate to their skills,includes requirements around pedestrianpotential and place of
residence. and cycle links to help people accessemployment. Not including a preferredpolicy will diminish the weight which canbe given to this.
See comment above0/+D19. Improve theefficiency,
PLTcompetitiveness andadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.18
Alternative Option: Distribute development on smaller reasonable alternative sites around Attleborough to meetthe housing requirement.
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
Themajority of reasonable alternativesites are located on undeveloped
--L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PLT greenfield land which is predominantlyin agricultural use. Developmentwould result in the permanent loss ofundeveloped land.
and productive agriculturalholdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse ofonsite resources to
Resources
minimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
The requirement for 4000 newdwellings will have an impact upon
0/-L2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PLT water consumption. Attleboroughprocesses and storageWwTWhas limited capacity. Individualsystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. sites would need to developconnections and address any impactof the site on water quality.
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See comment above.0/-L3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLTaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Attleborough is identified as a KeySettlement within the spatial hierarchy
-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PLT and has access to public transport.Due to the level of residentialdevelopment proposed there is likelyto be an implication on local airpollution.
This option will see the developmentof a significant quantum of housing
0/-L6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PLT on greenfield land. This will have an
impact on runoff rates. Anyapplication will need to consider theimplications of surface water, butdispersing development on differentsites will limit the opportunity todevelop a comprehensive solution.
The development will be on greenfieldland and as such there is likely to be
--L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PLT implications for biodiversity within theplan area.
biodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Individual sites will be required toprovide new open space. The
+L8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PLT opportunity for coordinated greenInfrastructure in theDistrict. infrastructure such as public footpaths
is dependant on the location of sitesfor development.
New development will have an impacton the landscape and townscape.
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and ?? Regard should be had to the findingsdistinctiveness, diversityof the Landscape Characterand quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape Assessment and the SettlementFringe Study. The impact of thedevelopment on the landscape andtownscape is currently uncertain.
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There are a number of importantheritage features within Attleborough
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? which have the potential to be
impacted upon by new development,dependant on the specific location andproposal.
The outcome on health and wellbeingis uncertain as it is dependant on the
??11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.
Population
and human ?? specific location of development,considering details such as the
health proximity to outdoor sport facilities,opportunities for walking and cyclingand is dependant on the specificproposals for the site.
This should be considered throughthe design stage of the planningapplication
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
New development will be required toprovide on-site open space of both
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PLT children's play and outdoor sports
facilities. This is included through aseparate open space policy. Provisionaccords to the scale of thedevelopment. A range of smallerdevelopment sites would deliver lessstrategic open space and facilities,which would predominantly benefit thedevelopment it serves.
The accessibility to local services isdependant on the location of individual
+D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PLT sites. Cumulatively an increasedpopulation will help to support existing
essential services andfacilities.
services but spreading developmentacross individual sites limits theopportunity for new service provision.
The impact on this objective isunknown as it is dependant on the
??15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
?? location of the site and the specificproposal.
disability, race, faith,location and income.
The quantity of proposed developmentfor Attleborough will provide a
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
PLT significant proportion of the housingdecent and appropriateneeds for the District as a whole. Thishousing that meets their
needs. will include new affordable housing tohelp meet the requirements of thosein housing need.
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An increased population will supportexisting services, food and drink
+L17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PLT establishments and retail in the towncentre, therefore scoring positivelyagainst this objective.
Access to employment is dependanton the location of development, but
0/+D18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
PLT there would be more housing optionsfor local workers.
appropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
See comments above.0/+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PLTadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.19
GEN 05 Settlement Boundaries
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/a+N/a++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+N/aN/aN/a+HOU 15
N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a-N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a-N/aN/aN/a-AlternativeOption: Donot includea policy onsettlementboundaries.
Comments: The policy supports new development inside the settlement boundaries. Other policies within the planrequire the retention of settlement boundaries where there are services and facilities. This policy therefore scores positivelyagainst SA criteria which seek to ensure that new development is well located to services and facilities.
Table 12.20 Summary Table Settlement Boundaries
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: GEN 05 - Settlement Boundaries
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
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- -N
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TMT
LT
Land inside designatedsettlement boundaries
+D1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT will form the basis forproductive agricultural holdingsnew residentialand encourage the
Resources development. Thistherefore will reduce
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
the loss ofundeveloped land.
impacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsand maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The provision of publictransport is one of the
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
PST-LT criteria for the retentionof settlementboundaries. The policyencouragesdevelopment inside thesettlement boundarieswhich is where therewould be services andfacilities to support thepopulations.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
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N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructure inthe District. N/aN/a
Dependent onindividual planningapplication
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,diversity and quality of
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/alandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
Dependent onindividual planningapplication
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
The policy allows fornew residential
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT development within
defined locations.There is a requirementfor new residentialdevelopment to provideopen space.
Allowing developmentinside settlement
+D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PST-LT boundaries will ensurethat new developmentshave access toservices and facilitieswithin thosesettlements.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
The policy directsdevelopment to inside
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
PST-LT defined settlementappropriate housing that meetstheir needs. boundaries.
Encouraging newresidentialdevelopment scores
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positively against thiscriteria.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.21
Alternative Option: Rely on other policies within the Local Plan
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Decision making (Appraisal)questions
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TMT
LT
Not including apolicy on
-D1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PLT settlementproductive agricultural holdingsboundariesand encourage the
Resources could lead todevelopment
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
located onimpacts on the environment andpreviouslysafeguard resources for the
future generations. undevelopedland.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes
N/aN/aand storage systems andmaintain and enhance waterquality.
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N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
No including apolicy on
-D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
PLT settlementboundaries,means thatdevelopmentcould belocated inareas with pooraccess topublictransport.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in theDistrict. N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
landscapeN/aN/a10. Conserve and where
appropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
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N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
Not including apolicy on
-D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PST-LT settlementboundariescould lead todevelopmentlocated inareas with pooraccess toessentialservices andfacilities
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.22
HOU 01 Development Requirements (Minimum)
Sustainability Objective
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++++++++++0000/-0000000-HOU 01: 612dwellings perannum
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Sustainability Objective
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++++++++++0000/-0000000--AlternativeOption 1:EconomicBaseline -634 dwellingsper annum
++++++++++0000/-0000000--AlternativeOption 2:DemographicLed - 699dwellings perannum
++++++++++0000/-0-00000--AlternativeOption 3:EconomicGrowth - 770dwellings perannum
Comments: Due to the limited quantum of previously developed land within Breckland, the majority of newhousing growth is likely to be on greenfield sites. The higher the level of housing development, the greater thequantum of new housing development which will occur on undeveloped land. The impact on a number of theobjectives is currently unclear, and will be dependent upon the location of the developed sites.
The preferred direction is for the lowest level of housing per annum. This is in accordance with the findings ofthe Central Norfolk Strategic Housing Market Assessment. A higher level of housing, would be greater that therecognised housing need within the District. Furthermore, the larger land take it would require to deliver theadditional houses is likely to score poorly against other sustainability objectives.
Table 12.23 Summary Table Development Requirements
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 01 Development Requirements (Minimum)
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
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PST
TMT
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The policy seeks to ensure thedelivery of housing and
-D1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PLT economic growth. There isproductive agricultural holdingslimited previously developedand encourage the
Resources land within Breckland and assuch themajority of development
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
is likely to occur on undevelopedimpacts on the environmentland. This scores negativelyand safeguard resources for
the future generations. against the sustainabilityobjective.
All new development will havean impact upon water
0D2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
PLT consumption. The results of theprocesses and storageupdatedWater Cycle Study havesystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. been taken into considerationthrough the preparation of thisplan.
The policy will have a long termimpact as it allocates
0D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to accommodate
PLT development, however theadditional growth andspecific impact on water is notclear.
development with minimalimpacts on water quality.
0D4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PLT
New development is likely toresult in increased car journeys,
0D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PLT and add to greenhouse gasemissions. The location of thedevelopment and access topublic transport options willimpact upon this.
0D6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. PLT
0D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PLTpromote and conservegeodiversity.
0D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PLT
The policy seeks the allocationof new housing and employment
0/-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
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heritage and land across the District. Thistherefore has the potential to
diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.
PLTlandscape impact upon the landscape and
townscape, however the impactis unclear as it does not refer tothe location of the development.
0D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PLT
0D11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human PLT
0D12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
PLT
All new residential developmentswill need to provide/contributetowards open space.
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PLT
The policy supports thedevelopment of vibrant town and
++D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT district centres through new retailand leisure floorspace, which isin accordance with this objective.
The policy will support thedelivery of new services andfacilities
+D15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. PMT
The policy seeks to provide newhousing development in theDistrict over the plan period.
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decentand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
PLT
The policy provides a supportiveapproach to the provision of new
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PLT retail and leisure facilities withinthe District, which can be usedin the determination of planningapplications. The policy does notprovide specific allocationshowever.
The policy sets the developmentrequirements for employment
+D18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
PLT land across the District. Thetheir skills, potential and placeof residence. policy has been informed by the
Employment Growth Study,
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whilst the policy does notallocate the highest scenario asset within the study, it is at thehigher end of the range ofscenarios.
++D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PLTadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.24
Alternative Option: Economic Baseline - 634 dwellings
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making (Appraisal)questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy seeks to ensure thedelivery of housing and economic
-D1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PLT growth. There is limitedproductive agricultural holdingspreviously developed land withinand encourage the
Resources Breckland and as such themajority of development is likely
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
to occur on undeveloped land.impacts on the environmentThis scores negatively againstthe sustainability objective.
and safeguard resources forthe future generations.
All new development will have animpact upon water consumption.
0D2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
PLT The results of the updated Waterprocesses and storageCycle Study have been taken intosystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. consideration through thepreparation of this plan.
The policy will have a long termimpact as it allocates
0D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to accommodate
PLT development, however theadditional growth andspecific impact on water is notclear.
development with minimalimpacts on water quality.
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0D4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PLT
New development is likely toresult in increased car journeys,
0D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PLT and add to greenhouse gasemissions. The location of thedevelopment and access topublic transport options willimpact upon this.
0D6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. PLT
The exact impact will depend onthe location of development.
0D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PLTpromote and conservegeodiversity.
0D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PLT
The policy seeks the allocationof new housing and employment
0/-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PLT land across the District. Thisdiversity and quality oftherefor has the potential tolandscape and townscape
character.landscape impact upon the landscape andtownscape, however the impactis unclear as it does not refer tothe location of the development.
0D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PLT
0D11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human PLT
0D12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
PLT
All new residential developmentswill need to provide/contributetowards open space.
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PLT
The policy supports thedevelopment vibrant town and
++D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT district centres through new retail
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and leisure floorspace, which isin accordance with this objective.
The policy will support thedelivery of new services andfacilities
+D15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. PMT
The policy seeks to provide newhousing development in theDistrict over the plan period.
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decentand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
PLT
The policy provides a supportiveapproach to the provision of new
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PLT retail and leisure facilities withinthe District, which can be used inthe determination of planningapplications. The policy does notprovide specific allocationshowever.
The policy sets the developmentrequirements for employment
+D18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
PLT land across the District. Thetheir skills, potential and placeof residence. policy has been informed by the
Employment Growth Study, whilstthe policy does not allocate thehighest scenario as set within thestudy, it is at the higher end ofthe range of scenarios.
++D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PLTadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.25
Alternative Option: Demographic Led - 699 dwellings
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making (Appraisal)questions - -N
PST
TMT
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The policy seeks to ensure thedelivery of housing and
-D1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PLT economic growth. There isproductive agricultural holdingslimited previously developed landand encourage the
Resources within Breckland and as such themajority of development is likely
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
to occur on undeveloped land.impacts on the environmentThis scores negatively againstthe sustainability objective.
and safeguard resources forthe future generations.
All new development will havean impact upon water
0D2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
PLT consumption. The results of theprocesses and storage systemsupdatedWater Cycle Study haveand maintain and enhance
water quality. been taken into considerationthrough the preparation of thisplan.
The policy will have a long termimpact as it allocates
0D3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
PLT development, however theadditional growth andspecific impact on water is notclear.
development with minimalimpacts on water quality.
0D4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and PLT
New development is likely toresult in increased car journeys,
0D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PLT and add to greenhouse gasemissions. The location of thedevelopment and access topublic transport options willimpact upon this.
0D6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. PLT
0D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PLTpromote and conservegeodiversity.
0D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PLT
The policy seeks the allocationof new housing and employment
0/-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PLT land across the District. Thisdiversity and quality of
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landscape and townscapecharacter.
therefor has the potential toimpact upon the landscape and
landscape
townscape, however the impactis unclear as it does not refer tothe location of the development.
0D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PLT
0D11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human PLT
0D12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
PLT
All new residential developmentswill need to provide/contributetowards open space.
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PLT
The policy supports thedevelopment vibrant town and
++D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT district centres through new retailand leisure floorspace, which isin accordance with this objective.
The policy will support thedelivery of new services andfacilities
+D15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. PMT
The policy seeks to provide newhousing development in theDistrict over the plan period.
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decentand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
PLT
The policy provides a supportiveapproach to the provision of new
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PLT retail and leisure facilities withinthe District, which can be usedin the determination of planningapplications. The policy does notprovide specific allocationshowever.
The policy sets the developmentrequirements for employment
+D18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
PLT land across the District. Thetheir skills, potential and placeof residence. policy has been informed by the
Employment Growth Study,whilst the policy does not
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allocate the highest scenario asset within the study, it is at thehigher end of the range ofscenarios.
++D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PLTadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.26
Alternative Option: Economic Growth - 770 dwellings per annum
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
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TopicDecisionmaking (Appraisal)questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy seeks to ensure thedelivery of housing and economic
-D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PLT growth. There is limited previouslyproductive agriculturaldeveloped land within Brecklandholdings and encourage the
Resources and as such the majority ofdevelopment is likely to occur on
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
undeveloped land. This scoresimpacts on the environmentnegatively against the sustainabilityobjective.
and safeguard resources forthe future generations.
All new development will have animpact upon water consumption. A
0D2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
PLT new water cycle study is currentlyprocesses and storagebeing prepared and the results ofsystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. which will be taken intoconsideration through thepreparation of this plan.
The policy will have a long termimpact as it allocates development,
0D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLT however the specific impact onwater is not clear.
accommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
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0D4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PLT
New development is likely to resultin increased car journeys, and add
0D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PLT to greenhouse gas emissions. Thelocation of the development andaccess to public transport optionswill impact upon this.
0D6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. PLT
The exact impact will depend onthe sites location. However the
-D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PLT impact is likely to be greater wherepromote and conservegeodiversity. there is higher housing numbers
as this will increase the land takerequired.
0D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PLT
The policy seeks the allocation ofnew housing and employment land
0/-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PLT across the District. This therefordiversity and quality ofhas the potential to impact uponlandscape and townscape
character.landscape the landscape and townscape. Theimpact is unclear as it does notrefer to the location of thedevelopment, however the impactis likely to be greater based on thehigher housing numbers and theimpact this has on land take up.
0D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PLT
0D11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PLT
0D12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
PLT
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All new residential developmentswill need to provide/contributetowards open space.
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PLT
The policy supports thedevelopment vibrant town and
++D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT district centres through new retailand leisure floorspace, which is inaccordance with this objective.
The policy will support the deliveryof new services and facilities
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMTdisability, race, faith, locationand income.
The policy seeks to provide newhousing development in the District
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PLT over the plan period. The higherand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. housing levels set out within this
option will support a greaternumber of affordable dwellings,which allows for choice in themarket.
The policy provides a supportiveapproach to the provision of new
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PLT retail and leisure facilities within theDistrict, which can be used in thedetermination of planningapplications. The policy does notprovide specific allocationshowever.
The policy sets the developmentrequirements for employment land
+D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
PLT across the District. The policy hasto their skills, potential andplace of residence. been informed by the Employment
Growth Study, whilst the policydoes not allocate the highestscenario as set within the study, itis at the higher end of the range ofscenarios.
++D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PLTadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.27
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HOU 02 Level and Location of Growth
Sustainability Objective
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++++++0++N/a0000000N/a00-HOU 02
+++++000N/a000---0N/a00-AlternativeOption 1:No specifictarget forLocalServiceCentres.
+++00++N/a+000--+N/a---AlternativeOption 2:Higherlevels ofgrowth toMarketTowns
Comments: The proposed policy and alternative Option 1 as compared to Option 2 have more developmentrecommended for Local Service Centres (LSC). Option 1 distributes development evenly within each tier ofsettlement type and the proposed policy and alternative option 2 take into account the Breckland StrategicHousing Land Availability Assessment (SHLAA) conclusions in defining specific numbers to each tier.
Overall development in Local Service Centres as opposed to large settlements will potentially have negativeimpacts from increased visual impacts on the surrounding landscape and increased numbers of residents needingto commute to significant facilities like hospitals, senior schools and work opportunities. Conversely developmentin LSC's should increase the vitality and economy of these local areas and may stimulate new local employmentopportunities.
Development in Key Settlements and Market Towns have a greater risk of pressure on water resources, fluvialand sewer flood risk and reducing the percentage of local green belt and open space. The significant benefitof development in larger settlements is the reduction in commuting distances to facilities and services.
Where development in an area can be unpopular and cause significant issues, is where local day-to-day facilitieslike primary schools and doctors surgeries are at capacity. The proposed policy and alternative option 2 takeinto account the quantity of suitable land (including capacity of existing facilities, flood risk and pressure onhabitats) to accommodate development, in defining the quantity of development to each development.
The proposed approach which distributes growth across the sustainable settlements in the District should providethe most sustainable development by taking into account the suitability of areas to accommodate development,offering opportunities to support the local economy in more rural areas and not reducing the easy access toopen spaces in and around Key Settlements and Market Towns.
Table 12.28 Summary Table Level and Location of Growth
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Thetford is surrounded by low qualityagricultural land but this is because it isecologically sensitive heathland. Swaffham,
-D1. Minimise theirreversible loss ofundeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LTDereham, Banham, Bawdeswell,productive agricultural
Resources Garboldisham, Great Ellingham, Litcham,Mattishall, North Elmham, Necton, Shipham
holdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse of
and Sporle have Grade 2 agricultural landonsite resources toon their periphery which will be protected,reducing the land supply for potentialdevelopment.
minimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
The proposed policy allocateddevelopment in Local Service Centreswhich tend to be more rural. However,agricultural grade 2 land is present aroundmarket towns and ten of the Local ServiceCentres.
There is concern that rises in demandcreated by an increase in the total numberof households will place increased pressure
0/-N2. Limit waterconsumption to thecapacity of natural PST-LT
upon water resources. Households exertprocesses and storageconsiderable pressure on the environmentsystems and maintainby using much of the water that isand enhance water
quality. abstracted. With the number of householdsincreasing the average size of thehouseholds decreasing, this will put furtherpressure on water resources becausesmaller houses use more per person.
The most sensitive areas for developmentdue to increased water demand areAttleborough, Dereham, Watton andSwaffham. The waste water capacitysensitive urban areas are Attleborough,Watton and Dereham and to a lesser extent
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Thetford. The revised housing distributionwill see more houses allocated to themarket towns of Dereham Swaffham andWatton, and as such this may have anegative impact, which needs to bemitigated through appropriate infrastructureplanning.
Attleborough, Dereham, Watton andSwaffham are predicted to have limited
0N3. Ensure thesustainable reuse of
PST-LT water resource availability up to 2026 andwater to accommodatewill require water to be pumped from othersources to meet the increased demand.
additional growth anddevelopment withminimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise theproduction of waste and
Climate
change and N/aN/asupport the recycling ofwaste.
air pollutionThe policy seeks to provide the majority ofdwellings to the largest most sustainable
0N5. Reduce contributionsto climate change andlocalised air pollution. PST-LT settlements, with limited dwellings being
allocated to the rural areas. In designatinglocal service centres one of the criteria isthe requirement for frequent publictransport to a higher order centre, toprevent reliance on private car use.
All key settlements and market towns aresusceptible to fluvial and/or sewer flooding.
0N6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid,
PST-LT The preferred option takes into account thereduce and manageflood risk. availability of suitable land including if it is
at flood risk.
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This policy seeks to allocate the majorityof dwellings to higher order settlements,
0D7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST-LT and proposes a proportional split for Localbiodiversity andService Centres which will see growthpromote and conserve
geodiversity. levels of 10% dependent on the existingsize of the settlements. This approachmeans that a settlement will not receive adisproportional level of growth dependentto their size which may have had a moresignificant impact upon biodiversity andgeodiversity. The individual siteassessments will be assessed againstthese criteria.
This policy runs the risk of impacting upongreen infrastructure within the District.
0D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PST-LT However the sites will all be individuallyInfrastructure in theDistrict. assessed against the sustainability
appraisal objectives.
The option runs the risk of impactingvisually and reducing open space areas but
0D9. Maintain, enhanceand preserve the
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT it is the specific locations of developmentdistinctiveness, diversitythat will determine this rather than the tierand quality of landscape
landscape of settlement where development isproposed.
and townscapecharacter.
All options run the risk of impacting visuallybut it is the specific locations of
0D10. Conserve andwhere appropriate
PST-LT development that will determine this ratherenhance the historicenvironment. than the tier of settlement where
development is proposed.
The option runs the risk of reducing openspace areas but it is the specific locations
0D11. Improve the healthand well being of thepopulation.
Population
and human PST-LT of development that will determine this
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rather than the tier of settlement wheredevelopment is proposed.
health
The spatial distribution is unlikely to impactupon crime levels. It is the specific
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a development of well lit areas etc thatreduces crime.
All new residential developments will beexpected to provide new open space.
+D13. Improve the qualityand quantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST-LT
The proposed policy takes into account theavailability of public transport and serviceswithin the Local Service Centres.
+L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibilityof essential servicesand facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT
One of the main objectives of the LocalPlan is to facilitate inclusive mixed
0L15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PST-LT communities and as such is particularlyimportant in the redress of inequalities.
disability, race, faith,location and income.
This policy seeks development within theLocal Service Centres which could provide
++L16. Ensure all groupshave access to
PST-LT more affordable family housing in ruralsettlements.
affordable, decent andappropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
This policy will see the majority of newdevelopment allocated to the Key
++D17. Increase the vitalityand viability of existingtown centres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT Settlements of Attleborough and Thetfordand the market towns of Dereham,Swaffham and Watton. Allocating themajority of development to the towns willhelp to increased the vitality and viability ofthose town centres.
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LOCAL PLAN POLICY: Level and Location of Growth
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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0
- -
L
D
N
SustainabilityAppraisal Objective
Decision making(Appraisal) questions
SEA/SA
Topic
P
T
ST
MT
LT
This policy includes development in theLocal Service Centres which may need
+D18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying
PMT-LT additional development to encouragework appropriate to theirbusinesses to locate there. Higher paidskills, potential and
place of residence. technical or managerial jobs are morecommon in larger urban areas like Norwichand development along or near goodconnections to these areas would bepositive. The majority of developmentremains focused on the Key Settlementsof Attleborough and Thetford and theMarket Towns of Dereham, Swaffham andWatton which have the best access toemployment opportunities within theDistrict.
Improving the local economy relies onmorefactors than just the distribution of housing.
+D19. Improve theefficiency,
PMTIncreased development in Local ServiceCentres will support and encourage newbusinesses. The difference may be that
competitiveness andadaptability of the localeconomy.
local facilities like Post Offices and PublicHouses in Local Service Centres may beable to remain open from increased trade.
This policy takes into account the quantityof suitability in LSC to accommodateadditional residential development.
Table 12.29
Alternative Option 1: No specific targets for Local Service Centres
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Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
Option 1 would result in furtherdevelopment of market towns.Agricultural grade 2 land is present
-D1. Minimise theirreversible loss ofundeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LTaround market towns and ten of theproductive agricultural
Resources Local Service Centres and therefore thisoption would still result in loss ofundeveloped land.
holdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse ofonsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
The most sensitive areas fordevelopment due to increased waterdemand are Attleborough, Dereham,Watton and Swaffham. There is equalfocus on these areas in Option 1.
0N2. Limit waterconsumption to thecapacity of naturalprocesses and storagesystems and maintain
PST-LT
The waste water capacity sensitiveurban areas are Attleborough, Wattonand Dereham and to a lesser extentThetford. Option 1 focuses equally onthese areas.
and enhance waterquality.
The most sensitive areas fordevelopment due to increased water
0N3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PST-LT demand are Attleborough, Dereham,accommodate additionalWatton and Swaffham. Option 1 hasequal focus on these areas.
growth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
There is no difference in the productionor management of waste between thethree options
N/aN/a4. Minimise theproduction of waste andsupport the recycling ofwaste.
Climate
change and
air pollution
N/aN/a
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Option 1 has the highest percentage ofresidential units in Local Service
0D5. Reduce contributionsto climate change andlocalised air pollution. PST-LT Centres. This is likely to create the
highest level of emissions fromresidents commuting to work, seniorschools, hospitals and supermarketshopping.
All Key Settlements and Market Townsare susceptible to fluvial and/or sewer
-D6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PST-MT flooding. Development of less than 50
houses at the Local Service Centreswould be expected to have a minorflooding impact unless all proposed inone development, in which caseassessment of the effects to define amitigation and protection strategy wouldbe required.
All options propose no newdevelopment around Thetford (other
-D7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PMT-LT than the SUE) which could affect thebiodiversity and promotedesignated areas on its outskirts. Bothand conserve
geodiversity. Weeting and Mundford are not definedas suitable for further developmentbecause they are within a 1500m bufferzone around designated SpecialProtection Areas with breeding curlews.
Option 1 does not split dwellingnumbers according to land available in
-D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PMT-LT the SHLAA which took account ofInfrastructure in theDistrict. potential impacts on green
infrastructure.
All options run the risk of impactingvisually and reducing open space areas
0L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT but it is the specific locations ofdistinctiveness, diversitydevelopment that will determine thisand quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape rather than the tier of settlement wheredevelopment is proposed.
All options run the risk of impactingvisually but it is the specific locations of
0L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT development that will determine this
rather than the tier of settlement wheredevelopment is proposed.
All options run the risk of reducing openspace areas but it is the specific
0L11. Improve the healthand well being of thepopulation.
Population
and human PST-LT locations of development that willdetermine this rather than the tier of
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health settlement where development isproposed.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
New development will be required toprovide open space
0L13. Improve the qualityand quantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST-LT
Option 1 shares development evenlywithout taking account that larger urban
0L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PMT developments already have facilities orthe availability of public transport orservices within Local Service Centres.
essential services andfacilities.
All options have the same impact onredressing inequalities related to age,
0L15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
TST-LT gender, disability, race, faith, locationand income.
disability, race, faith,location and income.
Option 1, similarly to the the proposedpolicy, has higher development numbers
++L16. Ensure all groupshave access to
PST-LT in the Local Service Centres whichaffordable, decent andcould provide more affordable familyappropriate housing that
meets their needs. housing in rural settlements and LocalService Centres. However, Option 1does not take account of the availabilityof services within areas in the District.
Development needs to distribute growthacross those settlements that would
+L17. Increase the vitalityand viability of existingtown centres.
Economic
Activity PMT-LT receive an overall benefit from it. Inaddition, the distribution of growth optionneeds to provide clarity to residents,businesses and industry on minimumgrowth in local areas so they can planwhere to invest. Option 1 does not takethis into account in distributingdevelopment.
Option 1 focuses development in theLocal Service Centres which may need
+D18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
PMT-LT the development to encourageappropriate to their skills,businesses to locate there. Higher paidpotential and place of
residence. technical or managerial jobs are morecommon in larger urban areas likeNorwich and development along or neargood connections to these areas wouldbe positive.
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Improving the local economy relies onmore factors than just the distribution ofhousing.
+D19. Improve theefficiency,competitiveness and PMT
Increased development in Local ServiceCentres will support and encourage newbusinesses. Local facilities like Post
adaptability of the localeconomy.
Offices and Public Houses in LocalService Centres may be able to remainopen from increase trade.
Table 12.30
Alternative Option 2: Higher levels of growth to market towns
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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0
L
D
SustainabilityAppraisal Objective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
Agricultural grade 2 land is present aroundmarket towns and ten of the Local ServiceCentres, therefore this option would stillresult in the irreversible loss of undevelopedland.
-D1. Minimise theirreversible loss ofundeveloped land andproductive agriculturalholdings and encourage
Land, water
and Soil
Resources
PST-LT
the recycling/reuse ofonsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
The most sensitive areas for developmentdue to increased water demand areAttleborough, Dereham and Swaffham.
-D2. Limit waterconsumption to thecapacity of natural PST-LT
Option 2 has increased development inprocesses and storageDereham, Swaffham and Watton andtherefore greatest pressure on waterresources.
systems and maintainand enhance waterquality.
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The waste water capacity sensitive urbanareas are Attleborough and Dereham andWatton and to a lesser extent Thetford.Option 2 has increased development inDereham and therefore greatest pressureon waste water capacity.
The most sensitive areas for developmentdue to increased water demand are
-N3. Ensure thesustainable reuse of
PST-LT Attleborough, Dereham, Watton andwater to accommodateSwaffham. Option 2 has increasedadditional growth anddevelopment in Dereham, Watton anddevelopment withSwaffham and therefore greatest pressureon water resources.
minimal impacts onwater quality.
There is no difference in the production ormanagement of waste between the threeoptions.
N/aN/a4. Minimise theproduction of waste andsupport the recycling ofwaste.
Climate
change and
air pollution
N/aN/a
All options introduce more residential unitsand therefore more emissions associatedwith domestic heating, power and transport.
+D5. Reduce contributionsto climate change andlocalised air pollution. PST-LT
All Key Settlements and Market Towns aresusceptible to fluvial and/or sewer floodingand Option 2 has the highest levels ofdevelopments in these areas creating ahigher risk of flooding.
-D6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid,reduce and manageflood risk.
PST-LT
Development of less than 50 houses at theLocal Service Centres would be expectedto have a minor flooding impact unless allproposed in one development, in whichcase assessment of the effects to definemitigation and protection strategies wouldbe required.
All options propose no new developmentaround Thetford (other than the SUE)whichcould affect the designated areas on its
-D7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expandbiodiversity and
Biodiversity
PMT-LToutskirts. Option 2 has the highest proposedpromote and conserve
geodiversity. number of residual residential units requiredat Market towns including Watton puttingpressure on the designated area to thesouth of its existing boundary.
Options 2 splits dwelling numbers accordingto land available in the SHLAA and will havelower numbers at Beetley, Litcham,Munford
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and Weeting which all border designatedareas. BothWeeting andMundford are notdefined as suitable for further developmentbecause they are within a 1500m bufferzone around designated Special ProtectionAreas with breeding stone curlews.
Alternative option 2 splits dwelling numbersaccording to land available in the SHLAA
0D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PMT-LT which took account of potential impacts ongreen infrastructure.
Infrastructure in theDistrict.
All options run the risk of impacting visuallyand reducing open space areas but it is the
0L9. Maintain, enhanceand preserve the
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT specific locations of development that willdistinctiveness, diversitydetermine this rather than the tier ofsettlement where development is proposed.
and quality of landscapeand townscapecharacter.
landscape
All options run the risk of impacting visuallybut it is the specific locations of
0L10. Conserve andwhere appropriate
PST-LT development that will determine this ratherenhance the historicenvironment. than the tier of settlement where
development is proposed.
All options run the risk of reducing openspace areas but it is the specific locationsof development that will determine thisrather than the tier of settlement wheredevelopment is proposed.
+L11. Improve the healthand well being of thepopulation.
Population
and human
health
PST-LT
Alternative option 2 considered theavailability of day-to-day facilities.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
All new developments will be expected toprovide new open space.
+D13. Improve the qualityand quantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST-LT
Alternative option 2 focuses developmenton the larger urban areas where facilitiesalready exist.
+L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibilityof essential servicesand facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT
All options have the same impact onredressing inequalities related to age,
0L15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
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TST-MT gender, disability, race, faith, location andincome.
disability, race, faith,location and income.
Options do not define the type of housingjust the percentage in each tier ofsettlement. Similarly there is no difference
0L16. Ensure all groupshave access toaffordable, decent and PST-LT
between the options in deliveringappropriate housing thatmeets their needs. development for more manageable homes
and housing with care for elderly residents.The option that delivered housing withinwalking distance of day-to-day facilitieswould be a positive benefit to elderlyresidents.
Option 2 restricts development numbers inLSC's which therefore would result in lessnew affordable family housing in rural andLocal Service Centres.
Development needs to distribute growthacross those settlements that would receive
+LT17. Increase the vitalityand viability of existingtown centres.
Economic
Activity PMT-LT an overall benefit from it. In addition thedistribution of growth option needs toprovide clarity to residents, businesses andindustry on minimum growth in local areasso they can plan where to invest.
Alternative option 2 focuses moredevelopment on the larger urban areaswhere skilled and semi-skilled employment
+D18. Help people gainaccess to satisfyingwork appropriate to their PMT-LT
opportunities already exist reducing theskills, potential andplace of residence. need to commute. Conversely it reduces
the extent of development in the LocalService Centres which may need thedevelopment to encourage businesses tolocate there.
Higher paid technical or managerial jobsare more common in larger urban areaslike Norwich and development along or neargood connections to these areas would bepositive.
Improving the local economy relies onmorefactors than just the distribution of housing.Option 2 has greater residential
+D19. Improve theefficiency,competitiveness and
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PMT development proposed in Key Settlementsand Market Towns which should lead toincreased trade to the local businesses
adaptability of the localeconomy.
already based there and increaseopportunities for new businesses toestablish to meet demand.
Option 2 focuses development away fromLocal Service Centres which may needdevelopment to increase trade and keeplocal facilities like Post Offices and PublicHouses open.
Table 12.31
HOU 03 Development Outside of Boundaries of Local Service Centres
Sustainability Objective
19181716151413121110987654321
N/aN/aN/a++++N/aN/a0/+0/+N/aN/aN/a+N/aN/aN/a-HOU 03
N/aN/aN/a--N/a0/-N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+AlternativeOption: Nopolicy
Comments: The policy scores positively against the criteria for the provision of new housing and also re-dressinginequalities. Overall the policy scores more positively that the alternative approach which would be to not have a policywhich would lead to an under-allocation against the housing target.
Table 12.32 Summary Table Development Outside of Boundaries of Local Service Centres
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 03 Development Outside of Boundaries of Local Service Centres
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
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The policy allows fordevelopment outside of the
-L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PLT settlement boundary inproductive agriculturalLocal Service Centres.holdings and encourage the
Resources There is limited brownfieldland within Breckland and
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
as such development isimpacts on the environmentlikely to result in the loss ofundeveloped land.
and safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
A criteria for thedesignation of a Local
+L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT Service Centre was thatthere was accessible publictransport and also wherethere is other services andfacilities which wouldreduce the need to travelby private car.
This would be site specific.N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
The policy includes arequirement for the design
0/+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
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heritage and of the scheme to contributeto and where possible
diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.
PST-LTlandscape enhance the historic nature
and connectivity ofsettlements.
The policy includes arequirement for the design
0/+L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT of the scheme to contribute
to and where possibleenhance the historic natureand connectivity ofsettlements.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
New residentialdevelopment contributes
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT towards open space
provision, which scorespositively against theobjective.
Local Service Centrevillages have been
+L14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PLT designated because theyhave a good range ofservices and facilities. Thispolicy would help to ensurehousing is delivered inthese areas.
The policy would allow forthe development of
+L15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PLT housing in Local Servicedisability, race, faith, locationand income. Centre villages. This
scores positively as itallows people to remainwithin villages wherehousing is at a premium.
The policy seeks to supportthe development of
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PLT additional dwellings withinand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. Local Service Centres, and
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as such scores positivelyagainst the criteria.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.33
Alternative Option: Don't include a policy on development outside of boundaries of Local Service Centres
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The majority of landwithin Breckland is
+L1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT greenfield, particularlyproductive agricultural holdingswithin the Localand encourage the
Resources Service Centres andrural areas. Not
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
including a policyimpacts on the environmentwould lead to anand safeguard resources for the
future generations. under-allocationagainst the housingtarget, however it couldalso prevent the loss ofundeveloped land.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systems
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and maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
New residentialdwellings are required
0/-L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT to contribute towards
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open space. Anunder-allocationagainst the housingtarget would lead to areduction in the level ofopen space provided.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
The policy has beendeveloped to allow for
-D15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. PLT housing to come
forward where anallocation was notpossible in a LocalService Centre village.Not including a policywould lead to ahousing shortfall inthese areas whichwould score negativelyagainst the objective.
The policy has beendeveloped to allow for
-D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PLT housing to comeand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. forward where an
allocation was notpossible in a LocalService Centre village.Not including a policywould lead to ahousing shortfall inthese areas whichwould score negativelyagainst the objective.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
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N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.34
HOU 04 Rural Settlements with Boundaries
Sustainability Objective
19181716151413121110987654321
N/aN/aN/a+N/a0+N/aN/a??N/a?N/a-N/aN/aN/a-HOU 04
N/aN/aN/a0/+N/a+0/+N/aN/a??N/a?N/a0N/aN/aN/a-AlternativeOption:Restrictnew privateresidentialdevelopmentoutside ofsettlementboundaries.
Comments: This policy deals with the approach to rural areas outside of the locational strategy. The settlementswithin the location strategy are considered to be the most sustainable, and any new development outside of theseareas is likely to impact upon the sustainability objectives. There is however a need for housing within some of theseareas and the approach scores positively against the sustainability objectives in relation to providing new dwellings.
Table 12.35 Summary Table Rural Settlements with Boundaries
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 04 Rural Settlements with Boundaries
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy allows for housingdevelopment in areas outside of
-D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT the locational strategy subject toand productive agriculturala criteria based approach.holdings and encourage the
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Resources Development in these areas islikely to be on undeveloped land.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
Whilst the level of growth withinimpacts on the environmentthese settlements is unlikely toand safeguard resources for
the future generations. be significant it will still impact onthe sustainability objective.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The locational strategy has setout the most sustainable
-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT settlements for growth inBreckland which has includedhaving regard to the provision ofpublic transport. In the ruralareas defined within this policythere is limited access to publictransport and developments arelikely to rely on the private car.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a
The impact of the policy onbiodiversity and geodiversity willdepend on the sites location.
??7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expandbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
??
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. N/aN/a
This policy allows for newdevelopment in settlements
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and ?? outside the locational strategydiversity and quality ofsubject to a criteria based
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approach. The LandscapeCharacter Assessment
landscape and townscapecharacter.
landscape
Settlement Fringe Study doesnot cover rural settlementsoutside of the Local ServiceCentres. The exact location ofthe development will depend onthe impact upon the sustainabilityobjective.
A number of the smallersettlements within Breckland are
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? characterised by their historic
environment. The policy includesinfilling and rounding offopportunities. In settlements theviews through settlements(including those provided bygaps in the street scene) canoften be important to the historicsetting of the settlement. Thepolicy does include a criterion onthe need for the design tocontribute to the historicenvironment. The exact impactof this policy will depend on thelocation of the development.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
This would be determined at theplanning application stage
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
All new residential dwellings arerequired to contribute towards
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST-LT open space. As such a policy
which provides criteria for thedelivery of new housingdevelopment scores positivelyagainst the sustainabilityobjective.
Villages which have maintaineda settlement boundary have at
0L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PST-LT least 2 of the key services andfacilities. Development in these
essential services andfacilities.
areas is however unlikely to beable to provide access to allessential services and facilities.
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N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith,location and income.
The policy supports the deliveryof new housing subject to a
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST-LT criteria based approach in ruraland appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. areas. These are settlements
and hamlets which historicallyhave seen limited levels ofhousing growth.Whilst this policyis not intended to see high levelsof housing delivery it will still seehousing growth.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.36
Alternative Option: Restrict new private residential development outside of settlement boundaries.
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy allows for housingdevelopment in areas outside
-D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT of the locational strategy in theand productive agriculturalrural areas. The alternativeholdings and encourage the
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Resources option is to retain the use ofsettlement boundaries. There
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
remains limited brownfield landimpacts on the environmentacross the district so newand safeguard resources for
the future generations. development is still likely to beon undeveloped land.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The alternative option to rely onthe approach within the Core
0L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT Strategy using settlementboundaries is still likely to meanthat new developments arepredominantly reliant on privatecar for their transport.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a
The impact of the policy onbiodiversity and geodiversity
??7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
?? will depend on the site'slocation.
biodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. N/aN/a
This policy allows for newdevelopment in settlements
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and ?? outside the locational strategydiversity and quality ofsubject to a criteria basedlandscape and townscape
character.landscape approach. The LandscapeCharacter AssessmentSettlement Fringe Study does
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not cover rural settlementsoutside of the Local ServiceCentres. The exact location ofthe development will depend onthe impact upon thesustainability objective.
A number of the smallersettlements within Breckland
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? are characterised by their
historic environment. The policyincludes infilling and roundingof opportunities. In settlementsthe views through settlements(including those provided bygaps in the street scene) canoften be important to thehistoric setting of thesettlement. The policy doesinclude a criterion on the needfor the design to contribute tothe historic environment. Theexact impact of this policy willdepend on the location of thedevelopment.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
This would be determined atthe planning application stage.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
Further development withinsettlement boundaries would
0/+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST-LT still be subject to the
requirement to deliver openspace. However limited landand therefore limitedopportunities remain to delivernew housing and open spacewithin the settlement boundary.
The alternative option is tocontinue the use of settlement
+L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PST-LT boundaries to define areaswhere new development is
essential services andfacilities.
acceptable. Settlementboundaries are located in areaswith a level of service provision.
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N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
The continuation of theapproach would still see
0/+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST-LT housing development in theand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. rural areas. However limited
land and therefore limitedopportunities remain to delivernew housing within thesettlement boundary.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.37
HOU 05 Small Villages and Hamlets Outside of Settlement Boundaries
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/a+N/a--+N/aN/a??N/a?N/a-N/aN/aN/a--HOU 05
N/aN/aN/a-N/a++N/aN/a??N/a?N/a0N/aN/aN/a-AlternativeOption:Restrict newprivateresidentialdevelopmentoutside ofsettlementboundaries.
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Sustainability Objective
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Comments: This policy considers new residential development in the most rural villages and hamlets in Breckland.The proposed policy HOU 05 approach allows limited private residential development in the most rural villagesand hamlets, this is restricted based on a number of criteria. Development in this area is likely to be on undevelopedland, however it should be noted that there is limited brownfield land within Breckland. The policy scores positivelyin relation to the sustainability objective on increasing the supply of housing. The alternative approach whichrestricts newmarket dwellings outside of settlement boundaries would mean that some housing needs within thesecommunities are unlikely to be being met.
Table 12.38 Summary Table Small Villages and Hamlets Outside of Settlement Boundaries
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 05 Small Villages and Hamlets Outside of Settlement Boundaries
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy allows for housingdevelopment in areas outside of
--D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT the locational strategy subject toand productive agriculturala criteria based approach.holdings and encourage the
Resources Development in these areas islikely to be on undeveloped land.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
Whilst the level of growth withinimpacts on the environmentthese settlements is unlikely toand safeguard resources for
the future generations. be significant it will still impacton the sustainability objective.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
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N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The locational strategy has setout the most sustainable
-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT settlements for growth inBreckland which has includedhaving regard to the provision ofpublic transport. In the ruralareas defined within this policythere is limited access to publictransport and developments arelikely to rely on the private car.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a
The impact of the policy onbiodiversity and geodiversity willdepend on the sites location.
??7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expandbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
??
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. N/aN/a
This policy allows for newdevelopment in settlements
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and ?? outside the locational strategydiversity and quality ofsubject to a criteria basedlandscape and townscape
character.landscape approach. The LandscapeCharacter AssessmentSettlement Fringe Study doesnot cover rural settlementsoutside of the Local ServiceCentres. The exact location ofthe development will depend onthe impact upon thesustainability objective.
A number of the smallersettlements within Breckland are
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? characterised by their historic
environment. The policy includesinfilling and rounding offopportunities. In settlements theviews through settlements(including those provided bygaps in the street scene) canoften be important to the historic
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setting of the settlement. Thepolicy does include a criterionon the need for the design tocontribute to the historicenvironment. The exact impactof this policy will depend on thelocation of the development.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
This would be determined at theplanning application stage.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
All new residential dwellings arerequired to contribute towards
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST-LT open space. As such a policy
which provides criteria for thedelivery of new housingdevelopment scores positivelyagainst the sustainabilityobjective.
The smallest rural hamlets andvillages have either limited or no
--L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PST-LT services and facilities.Residential development in
essential services andfacilities.
these areas would not havegood access to essentialservices and facilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith,location and income.
The policy supports the deliveryof new housing subject to a
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST-LT criteria based approach in ruraland appropriate housingthat meets their needs. areas. These are settlements
and hamlets which historicallyhave seen limited levels ofhousing growth. Whilst thispolicy is not intended to see highlevels of housing delivery, it willstill see housing growth.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
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N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.39
Alternative Option: Restrict new private residential development outside of settlement boundaries.
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy allows forhousing development in
-D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT areas outside of theproductive agriculturallocational strategy in theholdings and encourage the
Resources rural areas. The alternativeoption is to retain the use of
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
settlement boundaries.impacts on the environmentThere remains limitedand safeguard resources for
the future generations. brownfield land across thedistrict so new developmentis still likely to be onbrownfield land.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development with
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minimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The alternative option to relyon the approach within the
0L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT Core Strategy usingsettlement boundaries is stilllikely to mean that newdevelopments arepredominantly reliant onprivate car for theirtransport.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
The impact of the policy onbiodiversity and geodiversity
??7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
?? will depend on the siteslocation.
promote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
The impact upon thesustainability objective will
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and ?? depend on the exactlocation of the development.
diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
The exact impact of thisoption will depend on thelocation of the development.
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ??
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
This would be determinedat the planning applicationstage
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
All new residential dwellingsare required to contribute
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT towards open space. As
such, a policy which
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provides criteria for thedelivery of new housingdevelopment scorespositively against thesustainability objective.
The alternative option is tocontinue the use of
+L14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PST-LT settlement boundaries todefine areas where newdevelopment is acceptable.Settlement boundaries arelocated in areas with a levelof service provision.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
Restricting development ofprivate residential
-D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST-LT development outside ofand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. settlement boundaries
would not allow for anydevelopment within thesmallest villages andhamlets in Breckland. Thiswould mean that the needsof people within these areaswould have to be metelsewhere within theDistrict.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.40
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HOU 06 Principles of New Housing
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+HOU 06
N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a--N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a-AlternativeOption:Rely onpolicieswithin theNPPF
Comments: The proposed policy supports new housing development inside existing settlement boundaries and aimsto ensure that new developments make efficient use of land which reflects the character of the area. This policy scoreswell against the sustainability objectives. Whilst not including a policy does not mean that these issues will not beaddressed, the weight that can be attributed to them may be diminished and as such this scores negatively against thesustainability objectives.
Table 12.41 Summary Table Principles of New Housing
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 06 Principles of New Housing
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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L
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The proposed policy doesnot set a maximum
+D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT density, however it doesproductive agriculturalencourage higher densityholdings and encourage the
Resources in areas where this maybe appropriate, such as
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
town centre locations,impacts on the environmentareas with good publicand safeguard resources for
the future generations. transport and within theurban extensions.Encouraging higherdensities in sustainablelocations will ultimatelyreduce the quantities of
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greenfield land that isdeveloped.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
The density of thedevelopment does not
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT necessarily equate to thediversity and quality ofquality of the development,landscape and townscape
character.landscape this is subject to design,layout and context. Thepreferred policy approachto focus high densitydevelopment in areaswhere there is already anefficient use of land andsustainable locationswhere additionalmeasures can beintroduced such as
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strategic landscaping toassist integration withlandscape/townscapesetting. Conversely lowdensity development,especially in the ruralareas, will assimilate to theexisting form andcharacter of these area.
The historic environmentof Breckland includes the
+L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT 50 Conservation Areas
identified in the baselineassessment. The densityof development in theseConservation Areas variesconsiderably and theflexibility of the proposedapproach to enable highdensity development inurban scenarios and lowdensity development in therural context shouldenable appropriatelydesigned developmentsthat have a positive effectagainst this objective.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
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N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.42
Alternative Option: Do not include a specific Local Plan policy on principles of new housing
Assessment ofpolicy against
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0
L
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
Not including apolicy in regards to
-D1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT optimising theproductive agricultural holdingsdensity ofand encourage the
Resources developments onsites may lead to
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
lower densityimpacts on the environment andschemes comingsafeguard resources for the
future generations. forward. This wouldincrease theamount of land asite will need todevelop the samenumber ofdwellings. As suchthe approachscores negatively
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against thesustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes
N/aN/aand storage systems andmaintain and enhance waterquality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in theDistrict. N/aN/a
The density of thedevelopment does
-L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT not necessarilydiversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
landscapeequate to the qualityof the development,this is subject todesign, layout andcontext. Notincluding a specificpolicy arounddensity may lead todevelopment whichdoes not reflect thelocal area and, assuch, is damaging
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on the landscapeand townscapecharacter.
See commentabove.
-L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. PST-LT
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.43
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HOU 07 Affordable Housing
Sustainability Objective
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++N/a+0+0/+N/a000/-0/+0/-0000+N/aHOU 07
0+N/a+++++0/-++00/-00/-0000+N/aAlternativeOption 1:Retain thelevel ofaffordablehousing asper theCoreStrategy
++N/a++++0/-+0/-++00/-0000+N/aAlternativeOption 2:Vary levelofaffordablehousingbased onlocationacross theDistrictand need
Comments: All of the options (preferred and alternative) score well against the sustainability objectives in regardto the provision of affordable housing. The proposed policy and the second alternative option score more positivelyagainst this objective. Providing affordable housing will meet the needs of a number of groups within society.Alternative option number 1, seeking a higher level of affordable housing may put other infrastructure provisionat risk.
The second alternative option seeks to vary the level of affordable housing based on housing need within differentlocations in the District. Varying the level of affordable housing requirement, will respond well to the District'sneeds in different locations. However it may lead to some developers being additionally burdened thereforereducing the level of contributions which can be sought for other types of services and facilities.
Table 12.44 Summary Table Affordable Housing
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 07 Affordable Housing
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
++
0
L
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
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PST
TMT
LT
Compatibility with this objective willbe dependent on the specific siteswhich are to be developed.
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped landand productive agricultural
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resourcesfor the future generations.
The policy facilitates the delivery ofnew households, which will lead to
+N2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PST-LT an increase in water consumption.processes and storageHowever, theWater Cycle Study hassystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. shown that there is sufficient watercapacity to meet the growthrequirements.
New households will lead to anincrease in water consumption. The
0N3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PST-LT findings of the Water Cycle Studyaccommodate additionalwill need to be taken intogrowth and developmentconsideration within newdevelopments
with minimal impacts onwater quality.
New households will produceadditional waste. The exact impact
0D4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a may depend on arrangements forrecycling and composting. Overall,this will not be significantly affectedby the levels of affordable housing.
air pollution
The impact will be dependent on thelocation of new affordable housing
0D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution. N/aN/a development. However, the spatial
distribution focuses development onmore accessible areas with accessto public transport.
The compatibility with this objectiveis dependent on the location of thedevelopment rather than the tenure.
0D6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a
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Compatibility with this objective islikely to be dependent on thelocation of the development.
0/-D7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expandbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
PST-LT
The need for developers to fundaffordable housing may lead to
0/+D8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PST-LT tensions between socio-economic
needs and landscape needsparticularly for the funding of greeninfrastructure. A lower level ofaffordable housing may increasefunds available for other facilities.
Compatibility with this objective islikely to be dependent on thelocation of the development.
0/-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve thedistinctiveness, diversity
Cultural
heritage and PST-LTand quality of landscapeand townscape character.landscape
Compatibility with this objective islikely to be dependent on thelocation of the development.
0D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT
The provision of new affordablehousing will help to meet the
0D11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PST District's needs and this will haverelated health benefits to the
health population. A lower level thanrequired to meet housing needsmaylead to some people living in unfithousing.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
The requirement for developmentsto provide onsite affordable housing,
0/+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PMT may cause tension with the need for
the developer to also fund openspace. A lower level of affordablehousing would increase fundsavailable for other facilities.
Affordable housing will be deliveredas part of wider development
+D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PST schemes. The settlement hierarchyfocuses development around the
essential services andfacilities.
market towns and larger villageswhich have better access toessential services and facilities.
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The preferred approach would seekto support a lower level of affordable
0D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PST housing than set out within thedisability, race, faith,location and income. SHMA. This could lead to not
enough affordable housing beingprovided to meet housing needs.
The policy requires all newdevelopment over 11 units or
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
PST 1000sqm to provide onsite affordabledecent and appropriatehousing. This scores well against thehousing that meets their
needs. SA objective to deliver moreaffordable housing to meet localneeds.
This will not be significantly affectedby the level of affordable housing.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
This is likely to be impacted by thelocation of the affordable housing.
+N18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
PMT However, it should have regard tothe spatial distribution.
appropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
The stability provided by anincreased level of affordable housing
+N19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT may make the District moreadaptability of the localeconomy. attractive as a labour base for
employers who would be able to tapin to an increased labour market.
Table 12.45
Alternative Option 1: Retain affordable housing as per the Core Strategy target
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
Compatibility with this objective willbe dependent on the specific siteswhich are to be developed.
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped landand productive agricultural
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/a
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holdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse of
Resources
onsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
The policy facilitates the delivery ofnew households, which will lead to
+N2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PST-LT an increase in water consumption.processes and storageHowever, theWater Cycle Study hassystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. shown that there is sufficient watercapacity to meet the growthrequirements.
New households will lead to anincrease in water consumption. The
0N3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PST-LT findings of theWater Cycle Study willaccommodate additionalneed to be taken into considerationin new developments.
growth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
New households will produceadditional waste. The exact impact
0D4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a may depend on arrangements forrecycling and composting. Overall,
air pollution this will not be significantly effectedby the levels of affordable housing.
The impact will be dependent on thelocation of new affordable housing
0D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution. N/aN/a development. However, the spatial
distribution focuses development onmore accessible areas with accessto public transport.
The compatibility with this objectiveis dependent on the location of thedevelopment rather than the tenure.
0D6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a
Compatibility with this objective islikely to be dependent on the locationof the development.
0/-D7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expandbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
PST-LT
The need for developers to fundaffordable housing may lead to
0D8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PST-LT tensions between socio-economic
needs and landscape needs,particularly for the funding of greeninfrastructure.
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Compatibility with this objective islikely to be dependent on the locationof the development.
0/-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve thedistinctiveness, diversity
Cultural
heritage and PST-LTand quality of landscapeand townscape character.landscape
Compatibility with this objective islikely to be dependent on the locationof the development.
0D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT
The provision of new affordablehousing will help to meet the District's
+D11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.
Population
and human PST needs and this will have relatedhealth benefits to the population.
healthIncreased access to improved,secure, affordable housing and the
+D12. Reduce and preventcrime
PMT wider environment through increasedaffordable housing schemes cancreate community cohesion and asense of ownership. This can reducecrime and improve people's personalsense of security.
The requirement for developmentsto provide onsite affordable housing,
0/-D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PMT may cause tension with the need for
the developer to also fund openspace. Higher levels of affordablehousing provision may put this atgreater risk.
Affordable housing will be deliveredas part of wider development
+D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PST schemes. The settlement hierarchyfocuses development around the
essential services andfacilities.
market towns and larger villageswhich have better access to essentialservices and facilities.
This policy seeks to provideadditional affordable housing within
++D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PST the District, this will help to redressdisability, race, faith,location and income. inequalities. The policy is applicable
across the District, which will improveaccess to affordable housing. It willalso rely on the Councils allocationstrategy.
This existing approach requires newdevelopments to provide onsite
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
PST affordable housing at a rate of 40%.decent and appropriate
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housing that meets theirneeds.
This is compatible with therequirements of the objective.
This will not be significantly affectedby the level of affordable housing.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
This is likely to be impacted by thelocation of the affordable housing.
+N18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
PMT However, it should have regard tothe spatial distribution.
appropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
The stability provided by anincreased level of affordable housing
0N19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT maymake the District more attractiveas a labour base for employers whowould be able to tap in to anincreased labour market. However,the higher level of affordable housing
adaptability of the localeconomy.
may put the delivery of developmentsat risk.
Table 12.46
Alternative Option 2: Vary level of affordable housing across the District based on location and need
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
Compatibility with this objective willbe dependent on the specific siteswhich are to be developed.
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped landand productive agricultural
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aholdings and encourage
Resources the recycling/reuse ofonsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
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The policy facilitates the delivery ofnew households, which will lead to
+N2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PST-LT an increase in water consumption.processes and storageHowever, theWater Cycle Study hassystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. shown that there is sufficient watercapacity to meet the growthrequirements.
New households will lead to anincrease in water consumption. The
0N3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PST-LT findings of theWater Cycle Study willaccommodate additionalneed to be taken into considerationwithin new developments
growth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
New households will produceadditional waste. The exact impact
0D4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a may depend on arrangements forrecycling and composting. Overall,
air pollution this will not be significantly affectedby the levels of affordable housing.
The impact will be dependent on thelocation of new affordable housing
0D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution. N/aN/a development. However, the spatial
distribution focuses development onmore accessible areas with accessto public transport.
The compatibility with this objectiveis dependent on the location of thedevelopment rather than the tenure.
0D6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a
Compatibility with this objective islikely to be dependent on the locationof the development.
0/-D7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expandbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
PST-LT
The need for developers to fundaffordable housing may lead to
0D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PST-LT tensions between socio-economicInfrastructure in theDistrict. needs and landscape needs
particularly for the funding of greeninfrastructure. Varying the level ofaffordable housing based on locationmay adversely impact somedevelopers being able to fund otherservices.
Compatibility with this objective islikely to be dependent on the locationof the development.
0/-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve thedistinctiveness, diversity
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT
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and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
landscape
Compatibility with this objective islikely to be dependent on the locationof the development.
0D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT
The provision of new affordablehousing will help to meet the
+D11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.
Population
and human PST District's needs and this will haverelated health benefits to thepopulation.health
Increased access to improved,secure, affordable housing and the
+D12. Reduce and preventcrime
PMT wider environment through increasedaffordable housing schemes cancreate community cohesion and asense of ownership. This can reducecrime and improve peoples personalsense of security.
The requirement of developments toprovide onsite affordable housing
0/-D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PMT may cause tension with the need for
the developer to also fund openspace. Some developers may beadditionally affected based on thelocation of the development.
Affordable housing will be deliveredas part of wider development
+D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PST schemes. The settlement hierarchyfocuses development around the
essential services andfacilities.
market towns and larger villageswhich have better access toessential services and facilities.
Varying the level of affordablehousing by location across the
++D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PST District will allow it to be responsiveto local needs within different areas.
disability, race, faith,location and income.
By tailoring the level of affordablehousing to the location, it may be
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
PST more responsiveness to the needsdecent and appropriateof the area. However the viabilityhousing that meets their
needs. study has shown that it may bedifficult to achieve higher levels ofaffordable housing.
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This will not be significantly affectedby the level of affordable housing.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitalityand viability of existingtown centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
This is likely to be impacted by thelocation of the affordable housing.
+N18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
PMT However, it should have regard tothe spatial distribution.
appropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
The stability provided by anincreased level of affordable housing
+N19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT maymake the District more attractiveadaptability of the localeconomy. as a labour base for employers who
would be able to tap in to anincreased labour market.
Table 12.47
HOU 08 Provision for Gypsies, Travellers and Travelling Showpeople
Sustainability Objective
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++N/a++0++N/a++00N/a00000/+HOU 08
N/aN/aN/aN/a++N/a+0N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a0N/aN/a0AlternativeOption:Allocate aspecificsite withinthe LocalPlan
Comments: Policy HOU 08 seeks to provide a criteria based approach for dealing with planning applications and alsosupports the expansion of existing sites to meet identified need. The approach scores preferably in relation to the socialsustainability indicators, for instance, in regards to redressing inequalities between different groups within the community.
The alternative option is to allocate a specific site within the Local Plan. The impact upon the objectives will be dependenton the sites location. The approach does, however, score particularly well against the provision of housing to meetneeds and also the objective relating to reducing inequalities.
Table 12.48 Summary Table Gypsies, Travellers and Travelling Showpeople
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 08 Provision for Gypsies, Travellers and Travelling Showpeople
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Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy gives a preference forbrownfield land to be used in the
0/+L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PST first instance. However, there islimited brownfield land availablewithin the District and there ispressure from other uses on it.
and productive agriculturalholdings and encourage therecycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
Resources
impacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
The impact of new developmentson water consumption and quality
0D2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PMT are currently uncertain. Any newprocesses and storagedevelopment will be required tosystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. have regard to the findings of theWater Cycle Study.
The impact of new developmentson water consumption and quality
0D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PMT are currently uncertain. Theaccommodate additionallocation of any new developmentgrowth and developmentwill be required to have regard towith minimal impacts on
water quality. the findings of the Water CycleStudy.
The expansion of an existing siteor the provision of a new site will
0L4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PST produce additional waste. Theexact impact, and therefore the
air pollution compatibility with this objective,may depend on arrangements forrecycling and composting.
New developments are likely toresult in increased car journeys
0L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution. PST and add to greenhouse gas
emissions. The level of impact willbe dependent on the location ofthe site.
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Any new development site withinBreckland will need to be assessed
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a in regards to flood risk. The impact
is not currently clear.
The exact impact depends on thelocation of any new site, the
0L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PN/a proposed policy does not makebiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. any reference to either biodiversity
or geodiversity.
The policy does not make anyreference to green infrastructure.
0L8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. N/aN/a
The policy refers to the need toconsider landscape and
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PMT townscape. The impact will be sitediversity and quality ofspecific, however regard will needlandscape and townscape
character.landscape to be had to the LandscapeCharacter Assessment and theSettlement Fringe Study.
The policy refers to the need tohave regard to the historic
+L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PMT environment. Any impact will be
location specific, and as suchcompatibility with the objective iscurrently unclear.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
Making adequate provision forsites reduces the need for
+D12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
PMT-LT unauthorised encampments, andas such the policy score positivelyagainst the objective.
All development should contributeto the provision of open space.
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PMT-LT
The policy requires sites to be in asustainable location in reasonable
0D14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PMT-LT proximity to services and facilities.It therefore scores well against theobjective.
essential services andfacilities.
The provision of suitable sites willhelp to redress inequalities.
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
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PMTdisability, race, faith,location and income.
A clear policy direction is providedwhich scores positively against the
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT objective to ensure all groups haveand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. access to appropriate housing to
meet their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
The policy requires new sites to bein sustainable locations close to
+D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
PaMT services and facilities, this canappropriate to their skills,include employment. As such thepotential and place of
residence. policy scores positively against theobjective.
The policy requires new sites to bein sustainable locations close to
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT services and facilities, this caninclude employment. As such the
adaptability of the localeconomy.
policy scores positively against theobjective.
Table 12.49
Alternative Option: Allocate a new site for gypsy and traveller provision.
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
This would be dependenton the site location.
0D1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PMT-LT However, it should benoted that there is limitedpreviously developedland within Breckland.
productive agricultural holdingsand encourage therecycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
Resources
impacts on the environment
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and safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
Any new site will produceadditional waste. The
0L4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PMT-LT exact impact, andtherefore the
air pollution compatibility with thisobjective, may dependon arrangements forrecycling andcomposting.
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution. N/aN/a
This would be dependenton the site location.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. N/aN/a
This would be dependenton the site location.
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
This would be dependenton the site location.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
This would be dependenton the site location.
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. N/aN/a
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N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
Allocating a specific siteto meet the need forGypsy and Travellers
0D12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
PST-LTwithin Breckland willreduce the likelihood ofunauthorisedencampments.
Good site design canprevent crime and alsothe fear of crime. This isdependent on theplanning applicationdesign,
All development shouldcontribute to theprovision of open space.
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PMT-LT
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
Allocating a specific sitefor gypsy and traveller
++D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMT-LT provision scores welldisability, race, faith, locationand income. against the requirement
to redress inequalities,as it will meet the needfor the gypsy andtraveller community.
Allocating a specific sitefor gypsy and travellers
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT-LT scores positively againstand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. the requirement to
ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,decent and appropriatehousing.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
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N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.50
HOU 09 Specialist Housing
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/a++++N/aN/aN/a+++N/aN/a?+N/a00N/AHOU 09
N/aN/aN/a--N/aN/aN/a+++N/aN/a?+N/a00N/aAlternativeOption: Donot includea policyand rely onthe NPPF
N/aN/aN/a++++N/aN/aN/a+++00?+N/a000/-AlternativeOption:Allocate aspecificsite(s) forspecialisthousing
Comments: The Strategic Housing Market Assessment highlights the fact that Breckland's older population isincreasing. In order to meet the needs of this group, the policy supports the development of specialist housing.The preferred policy approach scores positively against the sustainability criteria around redressing inequalitiesand the provision of new dwellings to meet the needs of the population. Whilst the NPPF is supportive of deliveringa full range of house types., it is considered that the preferred direction scores better against the socialrequirements of the sustainability appraisal. The second alternative option is to allocate a specific site for specialisthousing. This approach also scores well against the sustainability objectives, and should help to meet therequirements within the strategic housing market assessment. However any new allocation is likely to be onundeveloped greenfield land due to limited brownfield land availability within Breckland.
Table 12.51 Summary Table Specialist Housing
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 09 Specialist Housing
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
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Topic
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Decision making(Appraisal) questions
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy seeks to support newdevelopment which provides
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/a housing solutions for an ageingand productive agriculturalpopulation. This could includeholdings and encourage the
Resources development on undeveloped orgreenfield land, however this will
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
be determined by by the sitesimpacts on the environmentlocation and the planningapplication.
and safeguard resources forthe future generations.
New development will have arequirement for water provision.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/a The impact is likely to minimalfrom specialist housing.
processes and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
New development will have arequirement for water provision.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/a The impact is likely to minimalfrom specialist housing.
accommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The policy encourages thedevelopment of specialist housing
+L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PST within settlements which haveaccess to an adequate range oftransport facilities. This is inconformity with the expectationsof the sustainability appraisalobjective.
The conformity with thissustainability objective will be
??6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. ?? dependent on the location of the
site
No reference to biodiversity orgeodiversity is made within the
0L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
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PST policy. This will depend on thesites location
biodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
No reference to greeninfrastructure is made within the
0L8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PST policy. This will depend on the
sites location and will bedetermined through the planningapplication.
The policy includes a criteria toensure the design and scale of
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST schemes is appropriate to thediversity and quality ofsetting and surroundings with nolandscape and townscape
character.landscape adverse impact on local characterand amenity. This should ensurethat the development comesforward in accordance with theexpectations of the sustainabilityobjective.
The policy includes a criteria toensure the design and scale of
+L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST schemes is appropriate to the
setting and surroundings with noadverse impact on local characterand amenity. This should ensurethat the development comesforward in accordance with theexpectations of the sustainabilityobjective.
The policy seeks to increase thelevel of specialist housing within
+L11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PST the district in order to address therequirements of the ageing
health population. The developmentshould occur in areas where thereis access to public transport andhealth facilities.
This will be determined at theplanning application stage
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
All new residential developmentis required to provide on-site openspace.
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
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essential services andfacilities.
The strategic housing marketassessment confirms that the
++N/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/a number of older people withindisability, race, faith,location and income. Breckland is increasing. The
policy supports specialist housingto meet the needs of this sectionof Breckland's population and assuch scores positively against thissustainability objective.
The policy will help to securehousing for an ageing population
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT which is accordance with theand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. sustainability objective to ensure
all groups have access toappropriate housing.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.52
Alternative Option: Do not include a specific policy on Specialist Housing options.
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
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PST
TMT
LT
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N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
New development willhave a requirement for
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/a water provision. Theprocesses and storage systemsimpact is likely toand maintain and enhance
water quality. minimal from specialisthousing.
New development willhave a requirement for
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/a water provision. Theadditional growth andimpact is likely todevelopment with minimal
impacts on water quality. minimal from specialisthousing.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
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N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
The policy seeks toincrease the level of
+L11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human PST specialist housingwithin the district in
health order to address therequirements of theageing population. Thedevelopment shouldoccur in areas wherethere is access topublic transport andhealth facilities.
This will be determinedat the planningapplication stage.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crime
N/aN/a
All new residentialdevelopment is
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a required to provide
on-site open space.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
The NPPF atparagraph 50 notes
-D15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. PMT that local planning
authorities should planto deliver a wide choiceof high quality ofhomes, including forolder people. TheNPPF does not provideany specificrequirements aroundthe level of new homeswhich should beadaptable or accessibleand as such scorespoorly against thesustainability objective.
See comment above.-D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMTand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
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N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.53
HOU 10 Technical Design Standards for New Homes
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/a++++N/aN/aN/a0N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a00N/aHOU 10
N/aN/aN/a--N/aN/aN/a0N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption:Rely onNPPF anddo notapply localtechnicalstandards
Comments: The preferred direction scores positively against the sustainability objectives for ensuring acces0s to newhomes for all groups within society. The requirements for adaptability and accessibility of dwellings should help to redressexisting inequalities and allow people to stay within their homes for longer
Table 12.54 Summary Table Technical Design Standards for New Homes
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 10 Technical Design Standards for New Homes
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
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PST
TMT
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LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agriculturalholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
The policy sets waterefficiency standards to limit
0D2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
PMT-LT water consumption in newprocesses and storagedevelopment. Whilst thissystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. does not counteract theeffect of new homes onwater consumption it doeslimit the negative impact tosome extent.
The policy sets waterefficiency standards to limit
0D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PMT-LT water consumption in newaccommodate additionaldevelopment. Whilst thisgrowth and development withdoes not counteract theminimal impacts on water
quality. effect of new homes onwater consumption it doeslimit the negative impact tosome extent.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
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N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. N/aN/a
This policy does notspecifically relate to any of
0D11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PMT-LT the decision makingquestions associated with
health this sustainability objective.However ensuringadaptability andaccessibility of dwellings isconsidered positive inregards to well being. Thepolicy approach shouldensure that people areable to remain within theirown home longer.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crime
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
The inclusion of a policyaround the adaptability and
++D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMT-LT accessibility of dwellingsdisability, race, faith, locationand income. scores positively against
the sustainability objectiveto redress inequalities. Thestrategic housing marketassessment hasdemonstrated thatBreckland has anincreasing older population
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and this policy will go someway to meeting their needswithin the housing market.
A specific policy arounddesign standards and the
++D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT-LT need to ensure theand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. adaptability of homes
scores positively againstthe sustainability objective.The strategic housingmarket assessment hasshown the need foradaptable dwellings tosupport these sections ofthe community withinBreckland.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness andadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.55
Alternative option - Rely on policies within the NPPF
Assessment ofpolicy against
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/a
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productive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes and
N/aN/astorage systems and maintainand enhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in theDistrict. N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
landscapeN/aN/a10. Conserve and where
appropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
This policy does notspecifically relate to
0D11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human PMT-LT any of the decision
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making questionsassociated with this
health
sustainabilityobjective. Howeverensuring adaptabilityand accessibility ofdwellings isconsidered positivein regards to wellbeing. The policyapproach shouldensure that peopleare able to remainwithin their ownhome longer.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crime
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
The NPPF atparagraph 50 notes
-D15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. PMT-LT that local planning
authorities shouldplan to deliver awide choice of highquality of homes,including for olderpeople. The NPPFdoes not provide anyspecificrequirements aroundthe level of newhomes which shouldbe adaptable oraccessible and assuch scores poorlyagainst thesustainabilityobjective.
See commentabove.
-D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
PMT-LT
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appropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy.
Table 12.56
HOU 11 Residential Replacement, Extension and Alteration
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a?+N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+HOU 11
N/aN/aN/a-N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a?+N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+AlternativeOption:Rely onpolicieswithin theNPPF
Comments:Dwellings within the countryside often form a key part of the traditional vernacular of the area. The StrategicHousing Market Assessment has demonstrated the need for different size dwellings including smaller dwellings. Theinclusion within the policy of the requirements for replacement dwellings to be similar in scale to the original dwellingtherefore scores positively against the sustainability objective.
Table 12.57 Summary Table Residential Replacement, Extension and Alteration
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 11 Residential Replacement, Extension and Alteration
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
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TMT
LT
The policy involves thereplacement and
+L1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST extension of existingproductive agricultural holdingsdwellings, therefore itand encourage the
Resources does not involve the takeup of significant amounts
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
of new undeveloped landimpacts on the environmentor productive agriculturalland.
and safeguard resources forthe future generations.
The policy will not seethe creation of new
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/a dwellings, so as suchprocesses and storage systemsshould not impact uponwater consumption.
and maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
Well designedreplacement buildings
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST can have a positivediversity and quality ofeffect on the landscapelandscape and townscape
character.landscape and townscape.
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Additionally,contemporary buildingsadd to the layers of ourbuilt heritage.Replacement dwellingscan provide a significantopportunity to improvethe landscape.
The loss of traditionaland smaller properties is
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? at variance with the
objective of conservingthe historic environment.However, the characterand built form iscontinually evolving andcontemporary buildingscan add to the evolutionof the character ofvillages and hamlets.Given the subjectivityaround design the effectof such an approach isat best uncertain.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
Ensuring thatreplacement dwellings
+L16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT reflect the size and scaleand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. of the original will help to
maintain the traditionallocal vernacular. It also
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retains choice within themarket for smallerdwellings within thecountryside.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate totheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
N/aN/a
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.58
Alternative Option: Allow for replacement dwellings principally on the basis of design rather than the need toprotect property size
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy involves thereplacement and
+L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST extension of existingproductive agricultural holdingsdwellings, therefore itand encourage the
Resources does not involve the takeup of significant amounts
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
of new undeveloped landimpacts on the environmentor productive agriculturalland.
and safeguard resources forthe future generations.
The policy will not seethe creation of new
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/a dwellings, so as suchprocesses and storageshould not impact uponwater consumption.
systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
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N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
Well designedreplacement buildings
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST can have a positivediversity and quality ofeffect on the landscapelandscape and townscape
character.landscape and townscape.Additionally,contemporary buildingsadd to the layers of ourbuilt heritage.Replacement dwellingscan provide a significantopportunity to improvethe landscape, especiallythose which are designled.
The loss of traditionaland smaller properties is
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? at variance with the
objective of conservingthe historic environment.However, the characterand built form iscontinually evolving and
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contemporary buildingscan add to the evolutionof the character ofvillages and hamlets.Given the subjectivityaround design the effectof such an approach isat best uncertain.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
The replacementdwelling section of the
-L16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT policy does not includeand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. reference to the scale of
the replacement with theexception of its height.This could lead to theloss of smaller scaledwellings within thecountryside.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriateto their skills, potential andplace of residence.
N/aN/a
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
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N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.59
HOU 12 Conversion of Buildings in the Countryside
Sustainability Objective
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++N/a+N/aN/a+N/aN/a+++N/aN/aN/a?N/aN/aN/a0HOU 12
--N/a+N/aN/a+N/aN/a+++N/aN/aN/a?N/aN/aN/a0AlternativeOption: Donot requireaneconomicreuse inthe firstinstance
Comments: The policy allowing the conversion of existing buildings within the countryside scores well againstthe sustainability objectives. Agricultural buildings form a key characteristic of the countryside within Breckland.The policy supports the retention of suitably constructed buildings. The proposed policy requires considerationof an economic reuse in the first instance. The Employment Growth Study highlights the role of the rural economyand the use of small units to support Breckland's wider economy.
Table 12.60 Summary Table Conversion of Buildings in the Countryside
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 12 Conversion of Buildings in the Countryside
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy involves theconversion of existing
0L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT dwellings in the countryside.productive agriculturalAdditional undeveloped landholdings and encourage the
Resources
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may be required to providegarden land for dwellings.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
There is a risk that allowingthe conversion of buildings
??5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
?? in unsustainable locationsis going to lead to anincreased need to travel,with the only option for thattravel being the private car.This in turn may lead to anincrease in emissionsconflicting with thissustainability objective.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
A key feature of thedistinctiveness and diversity
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT of the townscapes anddiversity and quality oflandscapes is its historic
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environment. Allowingconversion that would retain
landscape and townscapecharacter.
landscape
these historically importantbuildings would thereforehave a good compatibilitywith this sustainabilityobjective.
Allowing conversion thatwould retain these
++L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT historically important
buildings would have astrong compatibility with thissustainability objective.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
All new dwellings will berequired to contributetowards open space.
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
The policy allows theconversion of buildings to
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST-LT residential where anand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. economic reuse is not
suitable.Whilst the quantumof dwellings providedthrough this mechanism islikely to be minimal, it willstill meet a need forresidential dwellings.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
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The policy requiresapplicants to demonstrate
+D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
PST-LT that an economic reuse ofto their skills, potential andplace of residence. buildings is not possible,
prior to the conversion to aresidential dwelling. Thisseeks to ensure whereverpossible an economicre-use happens in the firstinstance. The EconomicGrowth Study demonstratedthe need for smaller unitsincluding rural workshops,and this policy is beneficialto this.
See comment above+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST-LTadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.61
Alternative Option: Allow for the conversion of buildings without the need for an economic reuse.
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy involves theconversion of existing
0L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT dwellings in theproductive agriculturalcountryside. Additionalholdings and encourage the
Resources undeveloped land may berequired to provide gardenland for dwellings.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage
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systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
There is a risk that allowingthe conversion of buildings
??5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
?? in unsustainable locationsis going to lead to anincreased need to travel,with the only option for thattravel being the private car.This in turn may lead to anincrease in emissionsconflicting with thissustainability objective.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
A key feature of thedistinctiveness and diversity
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT of the townscapes anddiversity and quality oflandscapes is its historiclandscape and townscape
character.landscape environment. Allowingconversion that wouldretain these historicallyimportant buildings wouldtherefore have a goodcompatibility with thissustainability objective.
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Allowing conversion thatwould retain these
++L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT historically important
buildings would have astrong compatibility withthis sustainability objective.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
All new dwellings arerequired to contribute
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT towards open space
provision
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
The policy allows theconversion of buildings to
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST-LT residential. Whilst theand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. quantum of dwellings
provided through thismechanism is likely to beminimal, it will still meet aneed for residentialdwellings.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
The Economic GrowthStudy showed that whilst
-D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
PST-LT the majority of the workersto their skills, potential andplace of residence. within the District work
within higher ordersettlements, there is still aneed for a number ofsmaller rural workshops. Bynot seeking an economic
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reuse in the first instancethis removes these unitsfrom an existing economicrole, which scoresnegatively against thissustainability objective.
See comment above-D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST-LTadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.62
HOU 13 Agricultural Workers Exceptions
Sustainability Objective
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++N/aN/a++N/aN/a+N/aN/aN/a+N/aN/aN/a-N/a---HOU 13
0/-N/aN/a++N/aN/a+N/aN/aN/a0N/a
N/aN/a-N/aN/aN/a-AlternativeOption:Rely onpolicieswithin theNPPF
Comments: Due to the nature of the businesses that they are intended to support agricultural workers dwellingsare often located within isolated locations in the countryside and are developed upon undeveloped or agriculturalland. The proposed policy requires consideration of whether there is a suitable site nearby or a building which maybe possible to convert. This scores more positively against the sustainability objectives in this regard.
Both the preferred and alternative approaches score well in the provision of new dwellings.
Table 12.63 Summary Table Agricultural Workers Exceptions
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 13 Agricultural Workers Exceptions
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
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12
LT
This policy allows for thedevelopment of new
-L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST dwellings, where there is aproductive agriculturaldemonstrated agriculturalholdings and encourage the
Resources need. It is likely that thedwellings would be built on
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
undeveloped or agriculturalimpacts on the environmentland, however the number ofand safeguard resources for
the future generations. dwellings coming forwardunder this policy are likely tobe minimal and as such theimpact is likely to be limited.
All new dwellings will have animpact upon water
-L2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
PST consumption, however due toprocesses and storagethe limited number ofsystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. dwellings likely to comeforward under this policy, theimpact is likely to be limited.
All new dwellings will have animpact upon water
-L3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PST consumption, however due toaccommodate additionalthe limited number ofgrowth and development withdwellings likely to comeminimal impacts on water
quality. forward under this policy, theimpact is likely to be limited.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
By virtue of the types ofindustry these dwellings are
-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PST intended to support, they arelikely to be in isolatedlocations which are lesssustainable. Transport optionsare likely to be limited to cars.
The impact against thissustainability objective will be
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a determined based on the
individual planningapplication.
The impact against thissustainability objective will be
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
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N/aN/a determined based on theindividual planningapplication.
promote and conservegeodiversity.
The impact against thissustainability objective will be
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a determined based on the
individual planningapplication.
The policy includes referencefor the proposed dwellings to
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST include appropriatelandscaping.
diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
The impact against thissustainability objective will be
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. N/aN/a determined based on the
individual planningapplication.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
All new dwellings are requiredto contribute to open space.
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
The policy supports thedevelopment of new dwellings
++L16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST where they are demonstratedand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. as essential to the need of the
business.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
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N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
The policy supports thedevelopment of new dwellings
++L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST where they are demonstratedadaptability of the localeconomy. as essential to the need of the
business.
Table 12.64
Alternative Option: Do not include a policy on Agricultural Workers Exceptions
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The NPPF allows dwellingsin isolated areas of the
-L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT countryside where there isproductive agriculturalan essential need for a ruralholdings and encourage the
Resources worker. This will primarily beon undeveloped oragricultural land.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
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N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
By virtue of the types ofindustry these dwellings are
-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PST intended to support, theyare likely to be in isolatedlocations which are lesssustainable. Transportoptions are likely to belimited to cars.
The impact against thissustainability objective will
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a be determined based on the
individual planningapplication.
The impact against thissustainability objective will
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/a be determined based on thepromote and conservegeodiversity. individual planning
application.
The impact against thissustainability objective will
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a be determined based on the
individual planningapplication.
The approach within theNPPF does not make
0L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST reference to the landscapediversity and quality ofor townscape character.landscape and townscape
character.landscape Whilst this will depend uponthe sites location, notincluding it within a specificpolicy has the potential todiminish the weight whichcan be attributed to itthrough the planningprocess.
The impact against thissustainability objective will
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. N/aN/a be determined based on the
individual planningapplication
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
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and humanN/aN/a
healthN/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crime
N/aN/a
All new dwellings arerequired to contribute toopen space.
+L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
The NPPF supports thedevelopment of new
++L16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST dwellings where they areand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. demonstrated as essential
to the need of the business.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
The NPPF does allow forisolated dwellings in the
0/-L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST countryside where there isadaptability of the localeconomy. an essential need. The
option does not defineessential need. The lack ofdefinition around essentialneed has the potential tohave a negative impactupon the sustainabilityobjective.
Table 12.65
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HOU 14 Affordable Housing Exceptions
Sustainability Objective
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+N/aN/a++N/aN/aN/aN/a??N/a?N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a-HOU 14
-N/aN/a--N/aN/aN/aN/a??N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+AlternativeOption: Donot includea policy onexceptionsites andinsteadrely on theNPPF
Comments: The proposed policy on affordable housing exception sites scoresmore positively against the sustainabilityobjectives than not including a specific policy. Whilst the NPPF does support the role of exception sites, it is consideredthat a specific policy would be beneficial for housing delivery. In addition it also scores well in regard to redressinginequalities and supporting the local economy.
Table 12.66 Summary Table Affordable Housing Exceptions
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: HOU 14 Affordable Housing Exceptions
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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0
L
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The development of affordablehousing exception sites is on
-L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT land which is located outsideproductive agriculturalof settlement boundaries. Oftenholdings and encourage the
Resources this land is likely to beundeveloped or agricultural and
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
therefore the use of this policyimpacts on the environmentis likely to lead to its loss. Theand safeguard resources for
the future generations. amount of land likely to be usedfor affordable housingexception sites is minimal.
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N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a
Affordable housing exceptionsites are likely to be built on
??7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
?? undeveloped greenfield land,biodiversity and promote andconserve geodiversity. which as such will have a
biodiversity impact. The exactimpact however will depend onthe sites location and anymitigation measures which areproposed.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincreaseGreen Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
Exception sites in rural areasare likely to occupy peripheral
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and ?? locations on the edge of thediversity and quality ofbuilt-up area. The preciselandscape and townscape
character.landscape impact of such development onthe landscape and builtenvironment will depend on thespecific site chosen and thedesign and layout of theproposed scheme.
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Any development proposalshould have regard to the
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? historic environment and the
associated proposals within thisdocument. The historicenvironment can include thelandscape and townscape andas such the development ofexception sites has thepotential to impact upon itdepending on the siteslocation.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/aessential services andfacilities.
Exception sites can form animportant option in providing
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMT-LT for people's housing needs indisability, race, faith, locationand income. areas where there is a general
policy of restraint on newdevelopment. Additionally, thecontrols on exception sites toprovide for people with localconnections can sustain localsocial and family networks,redressing inequalities relatedto age and income.
The key role of exception sitesis in providing affordable
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT-LT housing in rural areas where itand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. would not normally be
delivered. Whilst the quantumof housing delivered is likely tobe delivered, it will support thedelivery of affordable housingand as such scores positively
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against this sustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
The provision of a greaterproportion of affordable
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT-LT housing which is aligned to theadaptability of the localeconomy. specific needs in Breckland will
enable a greater number ofpeople of working age to live inthe area and access work,thereby supporting the localeconomy.
Table 12.67
Alternative Option: Do not include a policy within the Local Plan and instead rely on the NPPF
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
Not including a specificpolicy on exception sites,
+L1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT may reduce the numberproductive agricultural holdingswhich come forward onand encourage the
Resources undeveloped agriculturalland.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage
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systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
Not allowing foraffordable houses on the
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and ?? edge of villages maydiversity and quality ofresult in more homeslandscape and townscape
character.landscape being crammed into theexisting built fabric ofrural settlements to thedetriment of thelandscape and builtenvironment of ruralBreckland. This effect isrelatively uncertain asnational planning policyon housing would allowfor an exception sitescheme.
See comment above??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ??
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N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
Not providing foraffordable housing in
-D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMT-LT rural communities wheredisability, race, faith, locationand income. there is a general policy
on restrainingdevelopment will have anegative effect in termsof redressing inequalitiesrelated to age andincome.
The key role of exceptionsites is in providing
-D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT-LT affordable housing inand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. rural areas where it
would not normally bedelivered. Whilst theNPPF includesinformation around therole of exception sites, itis considered that aspecific policy would beuseful in supportinghousing developmentgoing forward.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
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Restricting the supply ofaffordable housing invillages may result in
-D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness andadaptability of the localeconomy.
PMT-LTrural based businessesfacing issues aroundproximity and numbers ofworkforce who cansupport/work at theirbusiness.
Table 12.68
Policy TR01 Sustainable Transport Network
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a?N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aTR 01
N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a?N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a0N/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption:Rely onotherpolicieswithin theLocal Plan
Comments: The sustainable transport policy includes requirements for new dwellings to be located in areas with goodpublic transport access. The alternative option of not including a policy does not mean that sites will not be sustainablylocated in areas with good access to public transport. However, it may diminish the weight which can be given to it throughthe planning application process.
Table 12.69 Summary Table Sustainable Transport Network
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: TR01 Sustainable Transport Network
Assessment ofpolicy against
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
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N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources tominimise the impactson the environment andsafeguard resources for the futuregenerations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes and
N/aN/astorage systems and maintainand enhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The sustainabletransport policy
+D5. Reduce contributions to climatechange and localised air pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT encourages thedelivery of housingdevelopment insustainablelocations where itreduces the needto travel and inareas where thereis public transportavailability. A keycase of localisedair pollution isthrough car use, assuch a policy whichencourages othertransport optionsscores positivelyagainst thisobjective.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate change andavoid, reduce and manage floodrisk. N/aN/a
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N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in theDistrict. N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
landscapeN/aN/a10. Conserve and where
appropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
Whilst this policydoes not directly
??14. Improve the quality, range andaccessibility of essential servicesand facilities.
Inclusive
communities ?? provide or enhanceessential servicesand facilities, itrequires newdevelopments to belocated in moresustainablelocations. Theoverall implicationis that this will leadto betteraccessibility tofacilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
N/aN/a
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appropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.70
Alternative Option: Do not include a specific policy on Sustainable Transport and rely on other policies withinthe Local Plan
Assessment ofpolicy against
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsandmaintain and enhancewaterquality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
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N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Not including asustainable
0D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
PST-LT transport policywithin the local planwill not necessarilyimpact upon localair pollution fromcars as thelocational strategysets out that newdevelopmentsshould be in moresustainablelocations. However,it may diminish theweight which can begiven to the issuethrough thedetermination of aplanning application.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructure inthe District. N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
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N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
Not including apolicy on
??14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities ?? sustainabletransport has thepotential to impactupon the location ofnew developments.Whilst the policydoes not directlyprovide or enhanceessential servicesand facilities, itrequires newdevelopments to belocated in moresustainablelocations, the overallimplication is thatthis will lead tobetter accessibilityto facilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
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N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.71
Policy TR 02 - Transport Requirements for Major Developments
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aTR 02
N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a?/-N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a?/-N/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption:Rely onotherpolicieswithin theLocal Plan
Comments: The policy TR 02 requires the cumulative impact of development to be considered in regard to transport formajor development. This scores positively against sustainability objectives 5 and 14.
Table 12.72 Summary Table Transport Requirements for Major Development
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: TR 02 - Transport Requirements for Major Developments
Assessmentof policy
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic againstsustainabilityobjective- -N
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible loss ofundeveloped land and productive
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aagricultural holdings andencourage the recycling/reuse of
Resources onsite resources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for the futuregenerations.
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N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes and
N/aN/astorage systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuse ofwater to accommodate additional
N/aN/agrowth and development withminimal impacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production of wasteand support the recycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The policyrequires
+L5. Reduce contributions to climatechange and localised air pollution.
air pollution
PMT proposals tohave regard tothe cumulativeeffect ofdevelopmenton thetransportnetwork. This isa widerrequirementthan previouslyincluded, andwould bebeneficial forconsideringimpacts uponair pollution.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate change andavoid, reduce and manage floodrisk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhance andexpand biodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
N/aN/a
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in the District.
N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance and preservethe distinctiveness, diversity and
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/aquality of landscape andtownscape character.
landscape
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N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality and quantityof publicly accessible open space.
N/aN/a
Preparing highquality
+L14. Improve the quality, range andaccessibility of essential servicesand facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT sustainabletransportsolutions isbeneficial tocreatinginclusivecommunities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities related toage, gender, disability, race, faith,location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups have accessto affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality and viabilityof existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to their
N/aN/askills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.73
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: TR 02 - Transport Requirements for Major Developments
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Assessmentof policy
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic againstsustainabilityobjective- -N
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible loss ofundeveloped land and productive
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aagricultural holdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse of onsite
Resources resources to minimise the impactson the environment and safeguardresources for the futuregenerations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes and
N/aN/astorage systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuse ofwater to accommodate additional
N/aN/agrowth and development withminimal impacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production of wasteand support the recycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Other policieswithin the plan
?/-L5. Reduce contributions to climatechange and localised air pollution.
air pollution
PMT don'tnecessarilyconsider thecumulativeimpact ontransportprovision,which wouldimpact uponair pollution.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate change andavoid, reduce and manage floodrisk. N/aN/a
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N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhance andexpand biodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
N/aN/a
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in the District.
N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance and preservethe distinctiveness, diversity and
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/aquality of landscape and townscapecharacter.
landscapeN/aN/a10. Conserve and where
appropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality and quantityof publicly accessible open space.
N/aN/a
Preparing highquality
?/-L14. Improve the quality, range andaccessibility of essential servicesand facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT sustainabletransportsolutions isbeneficial tocreatinginclusivecommunities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities related toage, gender, disability, race, faith,location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups have accessto affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality and viabilityof existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
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N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to their
N/aN/askills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptability ofthe local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.74
Policy ENV01 Green Infrastructure
Sustainability Objective
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+N/a+?N/aN/a+N/a++++++??N/aN/aN/a+ENV 01
N/aN/a-N/aN/aN/a0N/aN/aN/a+--N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption: Donot includea specificpolicy andinsteadrely on theNPPF
Comments: Green infrastructure includes a wide range of multi-functional green spaces and can play an importantrole in the landscape and townscape of Breckland. The inclusion of a policy within the Local Plan will help to safeguardgreen infrastructure and seek to secure its protection and enhancement. The policy scores positively against thesustainability objections. Furthermore, the lack of a policy and the reliance on the NPPF scores negatively againstthe sustainability objectives.
Table 12.75 Summary Table Green Infrastructure
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: ENV01 Green Infrastructure
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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L
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
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LT
Although the release of land tofacilitate the growth of the district is
+L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT unavoidable, a green infrastructureand productive agriculturalpolicy will help to ensure the mostholdings and encourage
Resources valuable land is preserved. Therefore,there is good compatibility with thissustainability objective.
the recycling/reuse ofonsite resources tominimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems andmaintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
There are a number of potentialbenefits of green infrastructure one of
??5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
?? which is as a carbon sink. Althoughthis will not directly reduce emissionsinto the atmosphere, it may reducecontributions by increasing the amountof carbon that is fixed and thereforethere is the potential for a goodcompatibility with this sustainabilityobjective. An attractive and integratedgreen infrastructure network couldalso encourage people to walk asopposed to drive to places and thismay have direct benefits in terms ofemissions. However, as these effectswill be dependant on the exactinfrastructure provided it is difficult toquantify them at this point.
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The rationale for the impact of apositive green infrastructure policy is
??6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. ?? set out in the comments for
sustainability objective 5. As one ofthe anticipated affects of climatechange is an increased flood risk tosome areas a positive effect in termsof sustainability objective 5 may alsohave benefits for this sustainabilityobjective. There are also potentiallymore direct impacts that greeninfrastructure can have in terms ofmitigating flood risk. Specifically,vegetation can trap run-off andincrease rainfall capture. This canreduce flood risk. As the benefits interms of this objective will dependupon the exact nature of theinfrastructure provided it is difficult toquantify at this juncture.
Protection of existing greeninfrastructure, and its enhancement
+L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST-LT through new development will havebiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. significant benefits in terms of
preserving and enhancing thebiodiversity of the district. Thereforethere is a strong compatibility with thisobjective. As more infrastructureimprovement is likely to be seen asdevelopment is realised, thiscompatibility is likely to strengthenover time.
The key aim of this policy is tosafeguard and enhance green
++L8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PST-LT infrastructure within Breckland. TheInfrastructure in theDistrict. policy scores very positively against
the sustainability objective.
Preserving areas of important greeninfrastructure is also likely to preserve
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT areas which are important to thedistinctiveness, diversitydistinctiveness and diversity of theand quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape district. Therefore there is a goodcompatibility with this sustainabilityobjective.
The historic environment comprisesthe natural environment as well as the
+L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT built environment. The preservation of
certain location is likely to have
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particular benefits in terms of thissustainability objective.
Providing new and improved greeninfrastructure, including areas of open
+L11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.
Population
and human PST-LT space, and other links, will havebenefits in terms of the available
health leisure and recreational space to thedistricts residents. This would have agood compatibility with thissustainability objective.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
Improved green infrastructure willinclude the provision of open space,
+L13. Improve the qualityand quantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST-LT formal and informal and improved
linkages. There is therefore a goodcompatibility with this sustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/aessential services andfacilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith,location and income.
Requiring the provision of greeninfrastructure is likely to confer a cost
??16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
?? to the developer, either in terms ofdecent and appropriatephysically laying out infrastructure orhousing that meets their
needs. management. The cost in certaincircumstancesmay lessen the viabilityof a scheme and this may effectdelivery.
Green infrastructure can enhance anareas image, can make it more
+L17. Increase the vitalityand viability of existingtown centres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT pleasant to use and a more attractiveinvestment. Therefore there is a clearcompatibility with this sustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,
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potential and place ofresidence.
The potential improved imagedescribed for sustainability objective
+L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST-LT 17 can also potentially have benefitsin terms of this sustainability objective.
adaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.76
Alternative Option: Do not include a policy on Green Infrastructure and instead rely on the NPPF
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PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agriculturalholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
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N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
The absence of a localpolicy which seeks to
-D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT improve local greenpromote and conservegeodiversity. infrastructure may
significantly underminethe potential for thecouncil to achieveimprovements. This wouldconflict with thissustainability objective interms of its aims toenhance biodiversity.
Without the inclusion of alocal policy within the
-D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PST-LT Local Plan, the protection
and enhancement ofgreen infrastructure willbe dependent uponpolicies within the NPPF.This could undermine thepotential to achieveenhancements to greeninfrastructure and as suchscores negatively againstthis policy requirement.
Green infrastructure canplay an important role in
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT shaping the landscapediversity and quality ofand townscape of thelandscape and townscape
character.landscape area. To rely solely onpolicies within the NPPFrather than seek specificprotection through theLocal Plan has thepotential to undermine thethe requirements of thissustainability objective.
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. N/aN/a
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N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
Green infrastructure caninclude open space.
0D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT Whilst open space is
protected separatelythrough local policiesincluding additionalpolicies around greeninfrastructure can also aidthis sustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
Green infrastructure canenhance an areas image,
-D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT can make it morepleasant to use and amore attractiveinvestment. Therefore thelack of a clear local policyon green infrastructurescores negatively againstthis objective
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
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N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.77
Policy ENV02 Sites of European, National and Local Nature Conservation Importance
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+N/aN/a?++++++?N/aN/aN/a+ENV 02
N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+N/aN/a?0/-0/-0/++?N/aN/aN/a-AlternativeOption: Retainapproach toInternationallyand Nationallydesignatedsites howeverlower level ofprotection forlocal sites
Comments: The protection of designated sites from redevelopment scores positively against the sustainabilityobjectives, particularly in regards to those which are directly related to the environment. The alternative option is toprovide a lower level of protection to those sites which only have a local level of protection. This scores poorly againsta number of the sustainability objectives. A lower level of protection is likely to see these sites facing pressure forredevelopment and it may diminish the weight which can be given to their protection through the planning process.
Table 12.78 Summary Table Sites of European, National and Local Nature Conservation Importance
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: ENV02 Sites of European, National & Local Nature Conservation Importance
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Decision making(Appraisal) questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy seeks protection forsites with an environmental
+D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT designation. The policy setsand productive agricultural
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holdings and encourage therecycling/reuse of onsite
Resources clear criteria regarding reasonswhere an environmentally
resources to minimise the designated site could beimpacts on the environment developed upon, it thereforeand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
scores well against thesustainability objective.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
There are a number ofpotential benefits of protecting
??5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
?? sites with a high biodiversityvalue, one of which is as acarbon sink. Although this willnot directly reduce emissionsinto the atmosphere, it mayreduce contributions byincreasing the amount ofcarbon that is fixed andtherefore there is the potentialfor a good compatibility withthis sustainability objective. Itis however difficult to quantifythe exact impact.
Designated sites can oftenwork as a carbon sink.
+N6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PST-LT Although they will not directly
reduce emissions into theatmosphere, it may reducecontributions by increasing theamount of carbon that is fixedand therefore there is thepotential for a goodcompatibility with thissustainability objective.
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The policy seeks the protectionof designated sites within
++N7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST-LT Breckland which is inbiodiversity and promote andconserve geodiversity. accordance with the
expectations of thesustainability objective and thehabitat regulations.
Designated sites forbiodiversity and geodiversity
+N8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PST-LT often form part of the green
infrastructure network. Thepolicy provides a set of criteriaseeking to protect European,national, regional and localsites from development. Thepolicy approach thereforescores well against thissustainability objective.
The natural environment andin particular designated sites
++N9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT form a key part of deriving thediversity and quality ofcharacter of the landscape andlandscape and townscape
character.landscape townscape of the District. Thepolicy therefore scores wellwith the sustainabilityobjective.
The historic environmentcomprises the natural
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? environment as well as the
built. The preservation ofcertain locations is likely tohave particular benefits interms of this sustainabilityobjective, however the exactimplication is unclear.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
Designated sites forbiodiversity and geodiversity
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST-LT can include areas of open
space. The protection of these
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areas scores well against thesustainability objective.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/aessential services andfacilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.79
Alternative Option: Retain approach to Internationally and Nationally designated sites however lower level ofprotection for local sites
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
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The alternative option seeks alower level of protection for local
-D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT sites as opposed to those whichand productive agriculturalhave a national or internationalholdings and encourage the
Resources designation. Not placing asmuch weight on local sites may
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
lead to pressure for theirimpacts on the environmentredevelopment and as suchand safeguard resources
for the future generations. could see the loss ofundeveloped land.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
There are a number of potentialbenefits of protecting sites with
??5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
?? a high biodiversity value, one ofwhich is as a carbon sink.Although this will not directlyreduce emissions into theatmosphere, it may reducecontributions by increasing theamount of carbon that is fixedand therefore there is thepotential for a good compatibilitywith this sustainability objective.It is however difficult to quantifythe exact impact.
Designated sites can often workas a carbon sink. Although they
+N6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PST-LT will not directly reduce
emissions into the atmosphere,it may reduce contributions byincreasing the amount of carbonthat is fixed and therefore thereis the potential for a good
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compatibility with thissustainability objective.
Whilst national andinternationally designated sites
0/+N7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST-LT are protected, placing a lowerbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. level of protection on locally
designated sites, may lead topressure for theirredevelopment. This could leadto a loss of sites with abiodiversity or geodiversityvalue.
Designated sites for biodiversityand geodiversity often form part
0/-N8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PST-LT of the green infrastructure
network. The potential loss oflocally designated sites wouldalso impact upon those siteswhich form part of the Districtsgreen infrastructure network.
The natural environment and inparticular designated sites form
0/-N9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT a key part of deriving thedistinctiveness, diversitycharacter of the landscape andand quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape townscape of the District.Locally designated sites form akey part of the landscape andtownscape character alongsidenationally and internationallydesignated sites. A lower levelof protection for locallydesignated sites will diminishthe weight they can be giventhrough the planning processand this will negatively impactupon this sustainabilityobjective.
The historic environmentcomprises the natural
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? environment as well has the
built. The preservation of certainlocations is likely to haveparticular benefits in terms ofthis sustainability objective,however the exact implicationis unclear.
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N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
Designated sites for biodiversityand geodiversity can include
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST-LT areas of open space. The
protection of these areas scoreswell against the sustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/aessential services andfacilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith,location and income.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
N/aN/adecent and appropriatehousing that meets theirneeds.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.80
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Policy ENV03 The Brecks Protected Habitats and Species
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/a-N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a++++N/a?N/aN/aN/a++ENV03
Comments: The HRA has defined the need for this policy. There are no reasonable alternatives which meetthe requirements of the HRA. This approach is a continuation of that which is set out within the Core Strategyand Development Control Policies DPD, The Site Specifics Policies and Proposals DPD and the Thetford AreaAction Plan DPD.
Table 12.81 Summary Table The Brecks Protected Habitats and Species
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: ENV03 The Brecks Protected Habitats and Species
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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0
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making(Appraisal) questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The Brecks forms a large areaof undeveloped, often arable,
++N1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT land to the south west of theand productive agriculturalDistrict, much of which isholdings and encourage the
Resources designated as a SpecialProtection Area (SPA). The
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
policy seeks to ensure thatimpacts on the environmentdevelopment does not causeand safeguard resources for
the future generations. an adverse impact on the SPA,and as such will help tominimise the loss ofundeveloped land inaccordance with theexpectations of this objective.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
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N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
There are a number ofpotential benefits of protecting
??5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
?? sites with a high biodiversityvalue, one of which is as acarbon sink. Although this willnot directly reduce emissionsinto the atmosphere, it mayreduce contributions byincreasing the amount ofcarbon that is fixed andtherefore there is the potentialfor a good compatibility withthis sustainability objective. Itis however difficult to quantifythe exact impact.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a
The policy has been developedwith the key aim of ensuring
++N7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST-LT that new development does notbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. adversely affect the integrity of
the SPA. The policy seeks toapply an appropriateassessment to assess theaffect. This has beendeveloped in accordance withthe adopted evidence baseand as such score highlyagainst the SA criteria.
The Brecks Special ProtectionArea includes areas of green
+D8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PST-LT infrastructure, such as Thetford
Forest. Whilst the policy itselfis not seeking the protection ofgreen infrastructure, the needto ensure there is not anadverse affect on the integrity
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of the SPA means that theaffect is likely to be symbioticto this sustainability objective.
The Brecks SPA forms a keypart of the landscape character
+D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT of the District as a whole, anddiversity and quality ofis where the District gets itslandscape and townscape
character.landscape name. The policy which seeksto ensure that residentialdevelopment does not have anadverse impact on the integrityof the SPA, is beneficial to theSA objective.
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and humanN/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/aessential services andfacilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
The policy requiresdevelopment to undergo an
-D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST-LT Appropriate Assessment toand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. consider potential adverse
impacts on the SPA, wherethese are found thedevelopment should berefused. This has the potentialto restrict housing developmentin parts of the district with theBreckland SPA and as such
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have an adverse impact onhousing delivery.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.82
Policy ENV04 Open Space, Sport and Recreation
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/aN/a++++N/a+++++++++++N/aN/aN/a+ENV 04
N/aN/aN/aN/a+++N/a++++++++++N/aN/aN/a+AlternativeOption: Seekoff-sitecontributionsrather thanon-site
Comments: The requirement of all new dwellings to contribute towards open space scores positively againstthe sustainability objectives. In addition, it also helps to meet the existing deficiencies open space set out withinthe Open Space Assessment. Providing on-site open space wherever possible, scores higher against the objectivesthan providing off-site. The provision of on-site spaces will ensure that it will be provided within the developmentthat it is intended to serve.
Table 12.83 Summary Table Open Space, Sport and Recreation
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: ENV04 Open Space, Sport & Recreation
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making(Appraisal) questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
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PST
TMT
LT
Protection of current openspace will reduce the loss ofundeveloped land.
+D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land andproductive agricultural
Land, water
and Soil PST-LTholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Protection of open spaces,particularly ones with trees
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PMT-LT present can help reducecarbon concentration in theatmosphere. Widespreadprovision of sports facilitiesacross the District will reducepeople's need to drive toaccess such facilities.
Open green spaces can helpto absorb run off, thusreducing the risk of flooding.
+D6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. PST-LT
Open space can bedesignated for a range of
++D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT reasons, include biodiversitypromote and conservegeodiversity. and geodiversity. Protection
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of open space and provisionof new open spaces canexpand, enhance, conserveand protect biodiversity andgeodiversity.
Open spaces are a form ofgreen infrastructure. The
++D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PST-LT policies aim of protecting
existing open spaces andprovision of new spaces iscompatible with thesustainability objective.
Provision of open space andthe protection of existing
++D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT open space can enhance thediversity and quality ofdiversity of the landscapeand townscape.
landscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
Protection of open spacescan enhance and protect the
+D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT character and setting of the
historic environment.
Protection of existing andprovision of new outdoor
++D11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PST-LT sports facilities and children'splay areas, can improve the
health health of and well-being ofthe population byencouraging people toexercise and play outdoors.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
The policy requires all netnew development to provide
++D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT either a contribution towards
or onsite open space. Thepolicy has been developedhaving regard to the deficitidentified through the OpenSpace Assessment.
The policy will seek toincrease the provision of
+D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PST-LT open spaces, which scorespositively against thesustainability objective.
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All new development will berequired to contribute
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PST-LT towards open space, whichdisability, race, faith, locationand income. will help to address existing
deficiencies and redressinequalities.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.84
Alternative Option: Seek off-site open space contributions rather than on-site
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making(Appraisal) questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
Protection of current openspace will reduce the loss ofundeveloped land.
+D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land andproductive agricultural
Land, water
and Soil PST-LTholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
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N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Protection of open spaces,particularly ones with trees
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PMT-LT present can help reducecarbon concentration in theatmosphere. Widespreadprovision of sports facilitiesacross the District will reducepeoples need to drive toaccess such facilities.
Open green spaces can helpto absorb run off, thusreducing the risk of flooding.
+D6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. PST-LT
Open space can bedesignated for a range of
++D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT reasons, include biodiversitypromote and conservegeodiversity. and geodiversity. Protection
of open space and provisionof new open spaces canexpand, enhance, conserveand protect biodiversity andgeodiversity.
Open spaces are a form ofgreen infrastructure. The
++D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PST-LT policies aim of protecting
existing open spaces andprovision of new spaces iscompatible with thesustainability objective.
Provision of open space andthe protection of existing
++D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT open space can enhance thediversity and quality of
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landscape and townscapecharacter.
diversity of the landscapeand townscape.
landscape
Protection of open spacescan enhance and protect the
+D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT character and setting of the
historic environment.
Protection of existing andprovision of new outdoor
++D11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PST-LT sports facilities and children'splay areas, can improve the
health health of and well-being ofthe population byencouraging people toexercise and play outdoors.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
The requirement for solelyoff-site provision of open
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT space will not directly impact
the quantity of new openspace supplied, however itmay lead to open spacebeing provided away from thedevelopment it is expectedto serve.
The policy will seek toincrease the provision of
+D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PST-LT open spaces, which scorespositively against thesustainability objective.
All new development will berequired to contribute
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PST-LT towards open space, whichdisability, race, faith, locationand income. will help to address existing
deficiencies and redressinequalities.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
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N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.85
Policy ENV05 Protection and Enhancement of the Landscape
Sustainability Objective
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-N/aN/a-N/aN/a?N/a??++++++++N/aN/aN/a++ENV 05
N/aN/aN/a-N/aN/a?N/aN/a?----N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption:Relyon theNPPF
Comments: The proposed policy approach to include a local plan policy on the protection and enhancement of thelandscape scores positively against the sustainability objective. The landscape forms a key part of the character of theDistrict. This policy also is in accordance with paragraph 17 of the NPPF which states that planning should take accountof the different role and characters of different areas, recognising the intrinsic character and beauty of the countryside.
Table 12.86 Summary Table Protection and Enhancement of the Landscape
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: ENV05 Protection and Enhancement of the Landscape
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
Many of the District's importantnatural features are located in
++N1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT predominantly undeveloped areas.and productive agricultural
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holdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse of
Resources This policy seeks to protect thelandscape and natural assets of the
onsite resources to District in accordance with theminimise the impacts on findings of the Landscape Characterthe environment and Assessments. This policy approachsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
scores highly against thesustainability objective.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The policy provides protection to theDistrict's landscape. Protection of
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT open space,s particularly ones withtrees, present can help reducecarbon concentration in theatmosphere.
The policy seeks high protection forriver valleys within the District,
+D6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PST-LT based on their undeveloped nature
and high biodiversity value. Byprotecting these areas this reducesthe risk of buildings beingdeveloped within them.
Many different types of land withinthe District contribute to its
++D7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST-LT biodiversity, and this includes abiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. significant contribution from the
undeveloped landscape and othernatural features. A policy whichhelps to prevent land or naturalfeatures being lost throughdevelopment is likely to make apositive contribution to thebiodiversity or geodiversity of theDistrict.
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Many different types of land withinthe district contribute to green
++D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PST-LT infrastructure, and this includes aInfrastructure in theDistrict. significant contribution from the
undeveloped landscape and othernatural features. A policy whichhelps to prevent land or naturalfeatures being lost throughdevelopment is likely to make apositive contribution to greeninfrastructure within the district.
A policy that protects the landscapeof the District will have a direct
++D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT benefit in terms of preserving thedistinctiveness, diversitydistinctiveness and diversity of thelandscape of the district.
and quality of landscapeand townscape character.landscape
The historic environment comprisesareas of the landscape as well as
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? buildings. Where a feature of the
historic environment is also in anarea of landscape sensitivity thenthis policy will contribute to thisachievement of this sustainabilityobjective. In the absence of aquantitative assessment of thecorrelation of these issues, it is notpossible to quantify the beneficialcontribution of the policy to thisobjective at this juncture.
The landscape of the District canhave a positive impact on health.
??11. Improve the health andwell being of thepopulation.
Population
and human ??
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
Publicly accessible open spacecomprises in part areas of the
??13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. ?? countryside. Where open space is
also in an area of landscapesensitivity then this policy willcontribute to the achievement of thesustainability objective. In theabsence of a quantitativeassessment of the correlation ofthese two issues, it is not possibleto quantify the beneficial
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contribution of the policy to thisobjective at this juncture.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/aessential services andfacilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith,location and income.
Restricting the development of landthrough the application of a
-D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
PST-LT landscape protection policy maydecent and appropriateprevent some land from beinghousing that meets their
needs. available for housing development.This may in turn impact upon theprovision of housing in the District.There is therefore a minor conflictwith this sustainability objective.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitalityand viability of existingtown centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
Restricting the development of landthrough the application of a
-D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST-LT landscape protection policy mayadaptability of the localeconomy. prevent come land from being
available for economicdevelopment. This may in turnimpact upon the development of theDistrict's economy. There istherefore a minor conflict with thesustainability objective.
Table 12.87
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Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making(Appraisal) questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aand productive agriculturalholdings and encourage therecycling/reuse of onsiteResourcesresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resourcesfor the future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a
Areas of of natural landscapeand natural features
-D7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST-LT contribute to the overallbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. biodiversity of the District. An
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absence of local planningpolicy that will protect thesefeatures is likely to have adetrimental impact in respectof this sustainability objective.
A number of the key featuresof the landscape are also
-D8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PST-LT likely to form green
infrastructure. The lack of aspecific local policy is likely tobe detrimental to the aims ofthis sustainability objective.
The absence of local planningpolicy which protects the
--D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT landscape of the District willdistinctiveness, diversityreduce the significance andand quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape weight that can be given tothese considerations in theplanning process and willprevent local priorities beingset. There is therefore asignificant conflict with thissustainability objective.
The historic environmentcomprises areas of the
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? landscape as well as
buildings. Where a feature ofthe historic environment isalso an a part of a sensitivelandscape, then an absenceof local policy may contributeto the loss of said historicenvironment. In this way theremay be a conflict with thesustainability objective. In theabsence of a quantitativeassessment of the correlationof these issues, it is notpossible to quantify the effectof a lack of local policy inrelation to this objective at thisjuncture.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
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N/aN/a
Open space comprises partsof the District's landscape as
??13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. ?? well as specific play space or
playing fields. Where an areaof open space is also in partof a sensitive landscape thenan absence of local policymay contribute to the loss ofsaid open space. In this waythere may be a conflict withthe sustainability objective. Inthe absence of a quantitativeassessment of the correlationof these issues, it is notpossible to quantify the effectof a lack of local policy inrelation to this objective at thisjuncture.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/aessential services andfacilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith,location and income.
Restricting the developmentof land through the application
-D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
PST-LT of a landscape protectiondecent and appropriatepolicy may prevent some landhousing that meets their
needs. from being available forhousing development. Thismay in turn impact upon theprovision of housing in thedistrict. There is therefore aminor conflict with thissustainability objective.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
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N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.88
Policy ENV06 Trees, Hedgerows and Development
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+N/aN/a+++++N/a+N/aN/aN/a0ENV 06
N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a---N/a-N/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption: Donot includea localpolicy
Comments: Trees and hedgerows form a vital part of the landscape character of Breckland. Not including a policyfor there protection and enhancement through development scores negatively against the sustainability objectives.
Table 12.89 Summary Table Trees, Hedgerows and Development
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: ENV06 Trees, Hedgerows and Development
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
Protection of trees andhedgerows could in some
0D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT cases restrict developmentproductive agriculturalon undeveloped andholdings and encourage the
Resources productive agriculturalland. However, the focus
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
of the policy option is notimpacts on the environmentto minimise the loss of alland safeguard resources for
the future generations.
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undeveloped land andagricultural land.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Trees and other naturalfeatures such as
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PLT hedgerows absorb carbonfrom the atmosphere,therefore their protectioncan reduce contributionsto climate change.However, the scale ofabsorption associated withtrees and natural featuresat risk from developmentof negligible.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
Protection of trees andhedgerows from
+D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT development will help topromote and conservegeodiversity. conserve biodiversity in
the District.
Greater protection fornatural features within the
+D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PST-LT landscape can help to
improve greeninfrastructure.
Trees and hedgerows arean important part of the
++D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT landscape and townscapediversity and quality of
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landscape and townscapecharacter.
and have high amenityvalue. The protection of
landscape
them within developmentswill enhance the characterof the landscape andtownscape.
Trees and hedgerowshave a role in preserving
+D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT the setting of the historic
environment and theprotection of them withindevelopments through thispolicy scores positivelyagainst the sustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
Trees and hedgerows playan important role inproviding amenity withinopen spaces, theirprotection through thepolicy scores positivelyagainst the sustainabilityobjective in regards toimproving the quality ofopen space.
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
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N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.90
Alternative Option: Do not include a policy on trees and hedgerows
Assessment ofpolicy against
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsandmaintain and enhance waterquality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Trees and othernatural features such
-D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
PLT as hedgerows absorbcarbon from the
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atmosphere, thereforetheir protection canreduce contributionsto climate change. Alack of a specific LocalPlan policy maytherefore lead to theloss of these featuresthrough newdevelopment and assuch cores negativelyagainst thissustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
Trees and hedgerowshave an important
-D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT biodiversity value. Thepromote and conservegeodiversity. lack of a policy
protecting them maylead to their loss andas such scoresnegatively against thesustainabilityobjective.
Greater protection fornatural features within
-D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructure inthe District. PST-LT the landscape can
help to improve greeninfrastructure.
Trees and hedgerowsare an important part
-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT of the landscape anddiversity and quality oftownscape and havelandscape and townscape
character.landscape high amenity value.The lack of a clearlocal policy for theprotection of thesefeatures may makethem vulnerable todetrimental impactfrom development.
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N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.91
Policy ENV 07 Designated Heritage Assets
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a++++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aENV 07
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Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/a0N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption:Rely onthe NPPF
Comments: The historic environment and designated heritage assets are an important part of the character of Breckland.The inclusion of a local policy on the historic environment within the Local Plan scores more positively against thesustainability objectives. The local policy allows for additional information to be provided with the planning applicationwhich will allow greater information for decisions to be made. The preferred direction also includes the guidance set outby Historic England.
Table 12.92 Summary Table Designated Heritage Assets
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: ENV07 Designated Heritage Assets
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsand maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth and
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development with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
A key element of thecharacter of the
++D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT landscape anddiversity and quality oftownscape withinlandscape and townscape
character.landscape Breckland is thehistoric environmentand its assets. Thepolicy seeks to ensurethat developmentproposals will not leadto unacceptable harmto these heritageassets. It also requiresadditional informationon any applicationwhichmay cause harmto a designatedheritage assets. Thepolicy scores wellagainst thissustainability objective.
The policy seeks toensure that
++D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. PST-LT development proposals
will not lead tounacceptable harm tothese heritage assets.
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It also requiresadditional informationon any applicationwhichmay cause harmto a designatedheritage assets. Thepolicy scores wellagainst thissustainability objective.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Populationand human
N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crime
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
Breckland's five markettowns include
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT numerous designatedheritage assets. Thesehelp to enhance theviability and vitality ofthe town centre. Apolicy which seeks toprotect heritage assetstherefore scorespositively against thissustainability objective.
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
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N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.93
Alternative Option: Do not consider a specific Local Policy
Assessment ofpolicy against
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes
N/aN/aand storage systems andmaintain and enhance waterquality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
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N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in theDistrict. N/aN/a
A key element of thecharacter of the
+D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT landscape anddiversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
landscapetownscape withinBreckland is thehistoric environmentand its assets.National policy seeksto ensure thatdevelopmentproposals will lead tounacceptable harmto these heritageassets.
The alternativeoption is to rely on
+D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. PST-LT national policy. This
will still see theprotection of thehistoric environment,and scores positivelyagainst thesustainabilityobjective. However alocal policy is able toreflect localcircumstances andinformationrequirements.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Populationand human
N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crime
N/aN/a
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N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
Breckland's fivemarket towns include
0D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT numerousdesignated heritageassets. These help toenhance the viabilityand vitality of thetown centre. Whilstthere would benational protectionfor the historicenvironment, this isless specific than aseparate policy.
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.94
Policy ENV 08 Non-Statutory Heritage Assets
Sustainability Objective
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+N/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aENV 08
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Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a--N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption:Rely onnationalplanningpolicy
Comments:Non-statutory heritage assets contribute towards the character of the landscape and townscape of the District.A policy seeking the protection of those assets which are listed on the Norfolk Historic Environment Record scores positivelyagainst the sustainability objectives relating to landscape and townscape and the historic environment. These heritageassets also impact upon the vitality of the town centre in a positive manner.
Table 12.95 Summary Table Non-Statutory Heritage Assets
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: ENV08 Non-Statutory Heritage Assets
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsand maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth and
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development with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
Non statutory heritageassets help to enhance
+D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT the character of thediversity and quality oflandscape andlandscape and townscape
character.landscape townscape, alongsidethe designated heritageassets . These are notcurrently protectedthrough nationalplanning policy. Apolicy seeking thereretention scorespositively against thesustainability objective.
Non statutory heritageassets have an
+D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. PST-LT important role to play in
the setting of thehistoric environment inBreckland. A policywhich seeks theirretention scorespositively against thissustainability objective.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
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and humanN/aN/a
healthN/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crime
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
The policy supports theconversion of
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST-LT non-statutory heritageand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. assets to residential
and economic uses.This will see newhousing provisionwhich scores positivelyagainst thesustainability objective.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
The policy supports theconversion of
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
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PST-LT non-statutory heritageassets to residential
adaptability of the localeconomy.
and economic uses.This could see newbusiness provisionwhich scores positivelyagainst thesustainability objectivefor the efficiency,competitiveness andadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.96
Alternative Option: Do not include a policy within the Local Plan
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SEA/SA
Topic againstsustainabilityobjective- -N
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible loss ofundeveloped land and productive
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aagricultural holdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse of onsite
Resources resources to minimise the impactson the environment and safeguardresources for the futuregenerations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes and
N/aN/astorage systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuse ofwater to accommodate additional
N/aN/agrowth and development withminimal impacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production of wasteand support the recycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
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air pollution N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions to climatechange and localised air pollution.
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate change andavoid, reduce and manage floodrisk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhance andexpand biodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
N/aN/a
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in the District.
N/aN/a
Non statutoryheritage
-D9. Maintain, enhance and preservethe distinctiveness, diversity and
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT assets help toquality of landscape and townscapecharacter.
landscapeenhance thecharacter ofthe landscapeandtownscape.These are notcurrentlyprotectedthroughnationalplanningpolicy.Reliance onnational policymay see theloss of theseassets.
See commentabove.
-D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. PST-LT
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality and quantityof publicly accessible open space.
N/aN/a
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N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, range andaccessibility of essential servicesand facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities related toage, gender, disability, race, faith,location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups have accessto affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meets theirneeds.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality and viabilityof existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to their
N/aN/askills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptability ofthe local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.97
Policy ENV09 Flood Risk & Surface Water Drainage
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a++N/aN/aN/a+N/aENV 09
N/aN/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+N/a++N/aN/aN/a+N/aAlternativeOption:Rely onpoliciescontainedwithin theNPPF
Comments: Both the proposed policy and alternative option score well against the sustainability objectives, as they seekto ensure that new developments are not placed in areas at risk of flooding. The proposed policy also places the NorfolkCounty Council Guidance on sustainable drainage systems (SuDs) into policy, in their role as the Lead Local FloodAuthority.
Table 12.98 Summary Table Flood Risk and Surface Water Drainage
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LOCAL PLAN POLICY: ENV09 Flood Risk & Surface Water Drainage
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Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
The policy requiresnew developments to
+D2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
PMT-LT mitigate any flood riskprocesses and storage systemsthrough design andandmaintain and enhance water
quality. the implementation ofsustainable drainagesystems.
The policy specificallyrelates to flood risk
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/a rather than waterquality.
additional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
The policy requires allnew development to
++D6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. PMT-LT have regard to flood
risk and the need toincorporate surface
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water drainage intothe design anddevelopment of thescheme. This scorespositively against thesustainabilityappraisal objective.
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity andpromote and conservegeodiversity.
Biodiversity
N/aN/a
The policy seeks tosecure SuDS in line
+L8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructure inthe District. PST-LT with the guidance set
out by Norfolk CountyCouncil as the LeadLocal Flood Authorityto deal withsustainable drainage.SuDS can form partof the greeninfrastructurenetwork.
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
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N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
The policy requires alldevelopment to have
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
PST-LT regard to flood riskand to be suitablylocated in areas
appropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
which will not placethe development atrisk of flooding.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.99
Alternative option: Rely on policies contained within the NPPF
Assessment ofpolicy against
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SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources tominimise the impactson the environment andsafeguard resources for the futuregenerations.
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The alternativeapproach of relying
+D2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes and
PMT-LT on nationalstorage systems and maintainand enhance water quality. planning policy
`requires newdevelopments tomitigate any floodrisk through designand theimplementation ofsustainabledrainage systems.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions to climatechange and localised air pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
TheNPPF requiresall new
++D6. To adapt to climate change andavoid, reduce and manage floodrisk. PMT-LT development to
have regard toflood risk and theneed to incorporatesurface waterdrainage into thedesign anddevelopment of thescheme. Thisscores positivelyagainst thesustainabilityappraisal objective.
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity andpromote and conservegeodiversity.
Biodiversity
N/aN/a
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in theDistrict. N/aN/a
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N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
landscapeN/aN/a10. Conserve and where
appropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
TheNPPF requiresall development to
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
PST-LT have regard toflood risk and to besuitably located in
appropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
areas which will notplace thedevelopment atrisk of flooding.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
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Policy ENV10 Renewable Energy Development
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a??N/a?N/a+N/aN/aN/a-PolicyENV 10
N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a??N/a?N/a+N/aN/aN/a-AlternativeOption:Rely onpolicieswithin theNPPF
Comments: A number of the impacts of renewable energy development on the sustainability objectives is currentlyunclear, and it will depend upon the sites location. The exact impact will be determined through the planningprocess. However, it is possible to note that most renewable energy schemes are likely to occur on undevelopedagricultural land. The proposed policy on renewable energy development will help to guide this. The approachscores well in relation to the objectives around climate change.
Table 12.101 Summary Table Renewable Energy Development
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: ENV10 Renewable Energy Development
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SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
Renewable energy canoften require the use of
-D1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil P/TST-LT undeveloped land for siting,productive agriculturalparticularly for schemesholdings and encourage the
Resources such as solar farms. Insome instances the use of
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
the land for a renewableimpacts on the environmentscheme may be temporary,and safeguard resources for
the future generations. however this is not alwaysthe case. The policy maytherefore have a negative
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impact against thissustainability objective.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The policy supports thedevelopment of renewable
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT energy schemes within theDistrict, where there is nosignificant adverse effects.The policy scores positivelyagainst the sustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
The development ofrenewable energy schemes
??7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
?? on undeveloped greenfieldpromote and conservegeodiversity. land has the potential to
impact upon biodiversityand geodiversity within theDistrict. The policy doesinclude a criteria around theassessment of effect onbiodiversity. The preciseimpact upon thissustainability objective willdepend on the siteslocation.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
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The development ofrenewable energy schemes
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and ?? has the potential to impactdiversity and quality ofupon the landscape andlandscape and townscape
character.landscape townscape of the District.No specific reference ismade within the policy tolandscape and townscapecharacter. The exact impactof a scheme will depend onthe sites location, howeverregard should be had to theLandscape CharacterAssessment and theSettlement Fringe Study.
The historic environmentcomprises both built
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? heritage assets and also the
environment. Thedevelopment of renewableenergy schemes has thepotential to impact upon thehistoric environment of theDistrict. The exact impact ofa scheme will depend onthe sites location.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/a
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and appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.102
Alternative Option: Do not set out local criteria under which proposals for renewable energy generationdevelopment will be permitted
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Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
Renewable energycan often require the
-D1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil P/TST-LT use undeveloped landproductive agricultural holdingsfor siting, particularlyand encourage the
Resources for schemes such assolar farms. In some
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
instances the use ofimpacts on the environment andthe land for asafeguard resources for the
future generations. renewable schememay be temporary,however this is notalways the case. Thepolicy may thereforehave a negativeimpact against this
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sustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsand maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The policy supportsthe development of
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT renewable energyschemes within theDistrict, where there isno significant adverseeffects. The policyscores positivelyagainst thesustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
Higher level guidancegives a degree of
??7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
?? weight to thepromote and conservegeodiversity. consideration of locally
important features.However the lack of alocally defined criteriafor the assessment ofcommercial scaleenergy generationdevelopments has aninherent risk towardsthe District'samenities.
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N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
See comment inrelation to
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and ?? sustainability objective6.
diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
See comment inrelation to
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. ?? sustainability objective
6.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
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N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.103
Policy EC 01 - Economic Development
Sustainability Objective
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+++++0++0N/a+000+++00+-EC 01
0+0/+0++0N/a+000+++N/aN/a+0/-AlternativeOption 1:Lower levelofemploymentland
+++++0++0N/a+00/-0+++N/aN/a+--AlternativeOption 2:Employmentgrowthbased onpast take uprates
Comments: The three options presented all look to increase the level of employment growth within Brecklandand have regard to the findings of the Employment Growth Study. The proposed policy seeks to allocateemployment growth in line with the 'policy on' scenario set out within the Employment Growth Study. All theapproaches score well against the sustainability objectives related to the provision of employment land for thelocal economy. The Employment Growth Scenario based on past take up rates will require a greater supply ofland. This will have an impact upon development on undeveloped land, due to the limited levels of brownfieldland in Breckland.
Table 12.104 Summary Table Economic Development
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: EC 01 Economic Development
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
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TMT
LT
Themajority of the employment landrequired over this plan period will be
-L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PMT met through the existing allocations.These are predominantly located on
productive agriculturalholdings and encourage the
Resources greenfield land, and as such scorenegatively against the SA objective.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
The level and location ofemployment development has been
+D2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PMT informed by the Breckland Waterprocesses and storageCycle Study. The evidence basesystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. shows that there is sufficient watercapacity to support the employmentdevelopment.
0D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PMTaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
0D4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and PMT
The policy allocates employmentland to the District's five market
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PMT towns and Snetterton Heath. Theseareas are served by public transport.
The employment site selection hasbeen informed by the Breckland
+D6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PST Strategic Flood Risk Assessment.
Breckland has significant proportionsof land within Flood zone 1 and thisshould be used in the first instance.
The sites have been assessedhaving due regard to the findings of
+L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PMT the Landscape Characterbiodiversity and promote andconserve geodiversity. Assessment and the Settlement
Fringe Study.
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The policy itself does not incorporategreen infrastructure, this will need
0L8. Protect, enhance andincreaseGreen Infrastructurein the District. PMT to be considered as part of any
planning application.
The land allocations have beenconsidered having regard to the
0L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PMT Landscape Character Assessmentdiversity and quality ofand the Settlement Fringe Study,landscape and townscape
character.landscape however the impact will bedependent on the planningapplication.
The land allocations have beenconsidered having regard to the
0L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PMT Landscape Character Assessment
and the Settlement Fringe Study,however the impact will bedependent on the planningapplication.
The sites are located in areas withaccess to other services andfacilities.
+L11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PMT
This should be included in thedesign at the planning applicationstage
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
Employment land allocations will notrequire an increase in public openspace.
0L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST
The employment land is beingfocused on the District's five market
+L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PMT towns which is in accordance withthe employment growth study. This
essential services andfacilities.
will improve access to services andfacilities.
Thetford is the area of the Districtwhich sores lowest against the
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMT indices of multiple deprivation.disability, race, faith, locationand income. Increases in employment land
availability in this area will help this.
The policy seeks to allocate newemployment land in accordance with
0D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT the spatial strategy. Whilst there isand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. not a direct link to housing within the
policy, the strategy is in line with thehousing allocations.
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Themajority of employment land willbe allocated to the Districts market
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PMT towns, the population increases inthis area will provide a secondarybenefit to the town centre in themedium term.
The employment allocations arepredominantly within the market
++D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
PMT towns in accordance with theto their skills, potential andplace of residence. findings of the employment growth
study, this approach therefore scorehighly against the sustainabilityobjective.
The policy will see an increase inemployment land availability in
++D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT accordance with the employmentgrowth study.
adaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.105
Alternative Option 1: Lower level of employment growth
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SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
Themajority of the employment landrequired over this plan period will be
0/-L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PMT met through the existing allocations.These are predominantly located on
and productive agriculturalholdings and encourage the
Resources greenfield land, and as such scorenegatively against the SA objective.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
A lower level of employment land willreduce the amount of land required.
impacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
The level and location of employmentdevelopment has been informed by
+D2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PMT the Breckland Water Cycle Study.processes and storageThe evidence base shows that there
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is sufficient water capacity to supportthe employment development
systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The policy allocates employmentland to the District's five market
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
PMT towns and Snetterton Heath. Theseareas are served by public transport.
The employment site selection hasbeen informed by the Breckland
+D6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PST Strategic Flood Risk Assessment.
Breckland has significant proportionsof land within Flood zone 1 and thisshould be used in the first instance.
The sites have been assessedhaving due regard to the findings of
+L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PMT the Landscape Characterbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. Assessment and the Settlement
Fringe Study.
The policy itself does not incorporategreen infrastructure, this will need to
0L8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PMT be considered as part of any
planning application.
The land allocations have beenconsidered having regard to the
0L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PMT Landscape Character Assessmentdiversity and quality ofand the Settlement Fringe Study,landscape and townscape
character.landscape however the impact will bedependent on the planningapplication.
The land allocations have beenconsidered having regard to the
0L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PMT Landscape Character Assessment
and the Settlement Fringe Study,however the impact will bedependent on the planningapplication.
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The sites are located in areas withaccess to other services andfacilities.
+L11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PMT
This should be included in the designat the planning application stage.
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
Employment land allocations will notrequire an increase in public openspace.
0L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST
The employment land is beingfocused on the District's market
+L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PMT towns which is in accordance withthe employment growth study. This
essential services andfacilities.
will improve access to services andfacilities.
Thetford is the area of the districtwhich sores lowest against the
0/+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMT indices of multiple deprivation. Adisability, race, faith,location and income. lower level of employment land
compared to the preferred approachmay reduce access to employmentopportunities.
The policy seeks to allocate newemployment land in accordance with
0D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT the spatial strategy. Whilst there isand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. not a direct link to housing within the
policy, the strategy is in line with thehousing allocations.
Themajority of employment land willbe allocated to the District's market
0/+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PMT towns, the population increases inthis area will provide a secondarybenefit to the town centre in themedium term. A lower level ofemployment land than the preferreddirection may reduce access.
The employment allocations arepredominantly within the market
+D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
PMT towns in accordance with the findingsappropriate to their skills,of the employment growth study, thispotential and place of
residence. approach therefore score positivelyagainst the sustainability objective.
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A lower level of employment landmay reduce choice within the marketand impact on the local economy.
0D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness andadaptability of the localeconomy.
PMT
Table 12.106
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TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
Relying on past take up rates will seethe requirement for more land to be
--L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PMT made available for employment uses.Due to the limited quantum of
and productive agriculturalholdings and encourage the
Resources brownfield land available withinBreckland it is likely that the majorityof this will be undeveloped land.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
The level and location of employmentdevelopment has been informed by
+D2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PMT the Breckland Water Cycle Study.processes and storageThe evidence base shows that theresystems and maintain and
enhance water quality. is sufficient water capacity to supportthe employment development
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The policy allocates employmentland to the District's five market
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
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PMT towns and Snetterton Heath. Theseareas are served by public transport.
The employment site selection hasbeen informed by the Breckland
+D6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. PST Strategic Flood Risk Assessment.
Breckland has significant proportionsof land within Flood zone 1 and thisshould be used in the first instance.
The sites have been assessedhaving due regard to the findings of
+L7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PMT the Landscape Characterbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. Assessment and the Settlement
Fringe Study.
The policy itself does not incorporategreen infrastructure, this will need to
0L8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PMT be considered as part of any
planning application.
The land allocations have beenconsidered having regard to the
0/-L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and PMT Landscape Character Assessmentdistinctiveness, diversityand the Settlement Fringe Study,and quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape however the impact will bedependent on the planningapplication. The requirement formore land to be made available mayhave an adverse impact upon thelandscape and townscape.
The land allocations have beenconsidered having regard to the
0L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PMT landscape character assessment and
the settlement fringe study, howeverthe impact will be dependent on theplanning application. Therequirement for more land to bemade availablemay have an adverseimpact upon the historicenvironment.
The sites are located in areas withaccess to other services andfacilities.
+L11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PMT
This should be included in the designat the planning application stage
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
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Employment land allocations will notrequire an increase in public openspace.
0L13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST
The employment land is beingfocused on the District's market
+L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities PMT towns which is in accordance withthe employment growth study. This
essential services andfacilities.
will improve access to services andfacilities.
Thetford is the area of the districtwhich sores lowest against the
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMT indices of multiple deprivation.disability, race, faith,location and income. Increases in employment land
availability in this area will help this.
The policy seeks to allocate newemployment land in accordance with
0D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PMT the spatial strategy. Whilst there isand appropriate housingthat meets their needs. not a direct link to housing within the
policy, the strategy is in line with thehousing allocations.
Themajority of employment land willbe allocated to the District's market
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PMT towns, the population increases inthis area will provide a secondarybenefit to the town centre in themedium term.
The employment allocations arepredominantly within the market
++D18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
PMT towns in accordance with the findingsappropriate to their skills,of the employment growth study, thispotential and place of
residence. approach therefore score highlyagainst the sustainability objective.
Having regard to past take up rateswill see an increase in employment
++D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT land availability in accordance withthe employment growth study.
adaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.107
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Policy EC 02 - Snetterton Heath
Sustainability Objective
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++++N/aN/a++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a0N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a-EC 02
--N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a-AlternativeOption:Rely onotherpolicieswithin theLocal Plan
Comments: The sustainability appraisal shows that the policy scores positively against the requirement to provide newemployment land within the DIstrict and ensure that the economy is competitive and adaptable. Snetterton remains animportant employment location within Breckland. Including within the policy the opportunity to direct different B classuses to different areas of the site also scores positively against the appraisal objectives.
Table 12.108 Summary Table Snetterton Heath
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: EC02 Snetterton Heath
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
There is limitedbrownfield land available
-L1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST within the District. Theproductive agricultural holdingsallocation of employmentand encourage the
Resources land at Snetterton wouldrequire the use of
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
greenfield land, and asimpacts on the environmentsuch scores negativelyagainst this criteria.
and safeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systems
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and maintain and enhancewater quality.
This would be dependenton the design of thebuildings.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodateadditional growth and N/aN/adevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
air pollutionN/aN/a5. Reduce contributions to
climate change and localisedair pollution. N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
The policy includes therequirement for
0L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT employment developmentdiversity and quality ofto include suitablelandscape and townscape
character.landscape landscaping to minimiseimpact.
The policy does notinclude any specific
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. N/aN/a reference to the historic
environment. This wasconsidered in the HistoricCharacter Assessmentwould be dealt withthrough other policieswithin the Local Plan.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
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N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
The policy seeks toprovide 20ha of
++D15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. PLT employment with
guidance on different Buses within the site. Thepolicy is designed tosupport a range of jobtypes suitable for peopleseeking a variety of workopportunities.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
The policy seeks toprovide 20ha of
++D18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
PLT employment withtheir skills, potential and placeof residence. guidance on different B
uses within the site. Thepolicy is designed tosupport a range of jobtypes suitable for peopleseeking a variety of workopportunities.
Snetterton is a majoremployment centre within
++D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PLT Breckland, extension toadaptability of the localeconomy. the site will help to meet
employment needs withinthe District and as such itscore positively againstthis criteria.
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Alternative Option: Don't define areas of the site for different employment uses
Assessment ofpolicy against
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0
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D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
Not defining Bclass uses within
-L1. Minimise the irreversible loss ofundeveloped land and productive
Land, water
and Soil PST the generalagricultural holdings andemployment areaencourage the recycling/reuse of
Resources would not impactupon the loss of
onsite resources to minimise theimpacts on the environment and
undevelopedland.
safeguard resources for the futuregenerations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes and
N/aN/astorage systems andmaintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment withminimal impactson water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions to climatechange and localised air pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate change andavoid, reduce and manage floodrisk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhance andexpand biodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
N/aN/a
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N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in the District.
N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
landscapeN/aN/a10. Conserve and where
appropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
Depends on thespecification
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a within theplanningapplication.
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, range andaccessibility of essential servicesand facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups have accessto affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
By defining theemployment area
-L/D18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to their
PST-LT into zones byuses this helps to
skills, potential and place ofresidence.
ensure that a
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range of jobtypes areavailable.
Directingemployment uses
-L/D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. PST-LT to different areas
of theemployment sitehas the benefit ofensuringcompatible usesare well relatedto each other.Not including thismay impact uponthecompetitivenessand adaptabilityof theemploymentarea.
Table 12.110
Policy EC 03 General Employment Areas
Sustainability Objective
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+++++-N/a-N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a0EC 03
-----+N/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a?AlternativeOption: Donot protectemploymentareas solelyfor B classuses
Comments: The proposed policy is to protect general employment areas within Breckland for employment uses. Thisapproach scores well against the sustainability objectives based around the economy. The approach is also in conformitywith the Employment Growth Study 2013.
Table 12.111 Summary Table General Employment Areas
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: EC 03 General Employment Areas
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Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
Restrictingdevelopment on
0D1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PLT employment sites forproductive agricultural holdingsnon-employment usesand encourage the
Resources may put some pressureon the release of
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
undeveloped andimpacts on the environment andagricultural land fordevelopment.
safeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsand maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
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N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructure inthe District. N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
Restrictingdevelopment on
-D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT employment sites fornon-employment usesmay be detrimental tothe provision of facilitiesand services insettlements.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
Restrictingdevelopment on
-D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
PMT employment sites forappropriate housing that meetstheir needs. non-employment uses
could result in vacantunder used land whichcould be used toprovide homes for thepopulation.
Restrictingdevelopment on
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT employment sites for
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non-employment useswill result in lessout-of-town retail units,thus improving thevitality and viability oftown centres.
Protecting employmentsites allows for
++D18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
PST-LT enhancement oftheir skills, potential and placeof residence. employment
opportunities andgreater accessibility toemployment.
Providing andprotecting areas from
++D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. PST-LT employment use will
ensure there isappropriate areas ofaccessible landavailable to improveefficiency,competitiveness andadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.112
Alternative Option: Do not protect employment areas solely for B class uses
Assessment ofpolicy against
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
Development ofnon-employment uses
??1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil ?? on employment landcould result in a
productive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources minimal reduction indemand on
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
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impacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
undeveloped andagricultural land.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes
N/aN/aand storage systems andmaintain and enhance waterquality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in theDistrict. N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
landscapeN/aN/a10. Conserve and where
appropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
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N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
Not protectingemployment areas will
+D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT result in more landbeing available for thedevelopment ofservices and facilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
Not protectingemployment areas will
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
PMT result in more landappropriate housing that meetstheir needs. available to support
housing growth.
No protection foremployment areas
-D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT may result in retailunits being developedin employment areasoutside of towncentres, thusundermining thevitality and viability oftown centres.
Not protectingemployment areas
--D18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
PST-LT could result in a losstheir skills, potential and placeof residence. of land availability for
employmentopportunities. Thiscould reduce theaccessibility ofsatisfying work for thelocal people.
Option could result inloss of land for
--D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. PST-LT employment uses,
which could have adetrimental effect onthe local economy.
Table 12.113
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Policy EC04 Employment Development Outside of General Employment Areas
Sustainability Objective
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++++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a--N/a-N/a0/-N/aN/aN/a-EC 04
0-N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a--N/a-N/a0/-N/aN/aN/a--AlternativeOption: allowforemploymentdevelopmentwherever itchooses tolocate
Comments: The proposed policy seeks to locate employment development to general employment areas in the firstinstance, however it acknowledges that this approach is not always suitable. This policy is carried forward from theCore Strategy and scores negatively against some of the sustainability objectives around the landscape. The proposedapproach is more favourable in relation to the employment objectives.
Table 12.114 Summary Table Employment Development Outside of General Employment Areas
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: EC 04 Employment Development Outside of General Employment Areas
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
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PST
TMT
LT
Option could result inlimited loss of
-L1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PMT-LT undeveloped andproductive agricultural holdingsagricultural landand encourage the
Resources particularly in the caseof industries related toagriculture and forestry.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
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N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsand maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Employmentdevelopment in remote
0/-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PMT-LT countryside locationscould result inemployees having totravel long distances towork.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. N/aN/a
Limited loss ofundeveloped land could
-L7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT result in a detrimentaleffect on biodiversity
promote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
B class use outside ofGeneral Employment
-L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.
Culturalheritage and
PST-LT Areas could have adetrimental affect on thetownscape andlandscape.
B class use outside ofGeneral Employment
-L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT Areas could have a
detrimental affect on thetownscape andlandscape, including thehistoric environment.
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N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
Option allows flexibilityfor the location of
++L18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
PST-LT employment use wheretheir skills, potential and placeof residence. there is an identified
need, thus creatingemploymentopportunities to meetthe needs of the localpopulation.
Option allows fordiverse rural economy
++L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
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PST-LT by allowing foremployment
adaptability of the localeconomy.
development in thecountryside whichsupports agriculture andforestry. The optionallows a level offlexibility to ensureeconomic developmentis not overly restrictedby lack of appropriatelylocated, available land.
Table 12.115
Alternative Option: Allow for employment development wherever it chooses to locate
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
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Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
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PST
TMT
LT
Limited restrictions onemployment
--L1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PMT-LT development in theproductive agricultural holdingscountryside would resultand encourage the
Resources in a loss of undevelopedand agricultural land.
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
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N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Employmentdevelopment in remote
0/-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PMT-LT countryside locationscould result inemployees having totravel long distances towork.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. N/aN/a
Limited loss ofundeveloped land could
-L7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT result in a detrimentaleffect on biodiversity
promote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
B class use outside ofGeneral Employment
-L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.
Culturalheritage and
PST-LT Areas could have adetrimental affect on thetownscape andlandscape.
B class use outside ofGeneral Employment
-L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT Areas could have a
detrimental affect on thetownscape andlandscape, including thehistoric environment.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
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N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
Option would createemployment
-L18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
PST-LT opportunities throughouttheir skills, potential and placeof residence. the district, but these
opportunities might notbe accessible to thewhole population
Option would ensure thatthere are no land
0L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST-LT availability restrictions toadaptability of the localeconomy. employment
development and wouldallow business to locatewhere they though it waseconomically viable forthem to locate. However,the dispersal ofbusinesses in rural areasmay not be economicallyefficient in the longerterm, due to the loss ofnetworks associated withconcentrated areas ofemployment land uses.
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Policy EC 05 - Town Centre and Retail Strategy
Sustainability Objective
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++++N/a+++N/aN/a+-+N/aN/a0+N/aN/a00EC 05
++-N/a--N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption:reliance onthe impactassessmentthresholdset outwithin theNPPF
Comments: The preferred policy option has been developed having regard to the findings of the Retail and Town CentreStudy. The approach takes into account the size of the town centres within Breckland's market towns and scores wellagainst the economic objectives relating to the vitality and viability of these centres. The preferred direction also scoreswell against the social aspects of the sustainability appraisal relating to access to service and facilities.
The alternative option is rely on the impact assessment threshold within the NPPF. This is a higher threshold thanrecommended within the preferred policy. A significant proportion of retail development which comes forward withinBreckland is below this level. Relying on a higher threshold may adversely impact the vitality and viability of the towncentres.
Table 12.117 Summary Table Town Centre and Retail Strategy
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: EC 05 Town Centre and Retail Strategy
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
Policy relates to existing towncentres
0L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agriculturalholdings and encourage therecycling/reuse of onsiteResourcesresources to minimise the
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impacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
0N/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
Compatibility with this objectivewill be determined at theplanning application stage.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The supports the developmentof town centre uses within the
+D5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PMT Districts town centres. This iscompatible with the aims of theobjective as these are moreaccessible locations by meansother than single occupancy car.
The policy allocates retailfloorspace across the District,
0L6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. PST including to Thetford. Whilst the
level of growth can beaccommodated within the town,any new development will needto have regard to the towncentres location at theconfluence of the Rivers Thetand Little Ouse and theStrategic Flood RiskAssessment. No specificreference is made to this withineither the policy or the reasonedjustification.
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
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N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
Direct enhancements to thetownscape are not included
+L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PMT within the policy. However, thediversity and quality ofretail and town centre strategylandscape and townscape
character.landscape states that applications shoulddeliver improvements to the builtenvironment.
No specific mention to thehistoric environment is providedwithin the policy
-L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST
The policy supports the locationof retail facilities within
+L11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PMT accessible locations, includingthrough new pedestrian andcycle links.health
This will be determined at theplanning application stage
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
The policy allows for new retailfloorspace within the town
++D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT centres in accordance with theRetail and Town CentreStrategy. This will improveaccess to key services and assuch scores well against thesustainability objective.
The policy supports thedevelopment of town centre
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PMT uses within accessible locationsdisability, race, faith, locationand income. which is compatible with the
objective.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
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The policy reflects the findingsof the Retail and Town Centre
++L17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PST Study. Increases in floorspacewithin the town centre and lowerimpact assessment thresholdswill improve the vitality andviability of the town centre.
The policy allows for anincrease in retail and town
+L18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
PMT centre floorspace across the Ato their skills, potential andplace of residence. use class in accordance with the
findings of the Retail and TownCentre study.
The policy does not directlyallocate land for business
+L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT development, however it issupportive of new floorspacewithin the town centre.
adaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.118
Alternative Option: Reliance on the impact assessment levels set out within the NPPF
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage therecycling/reuse of onsiteResourcesresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systems
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and maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
Compatibility with thisobjective will be
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a determined at theplanning applicationstage.air pollution
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution. N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructure inthe District. N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
healthThis will be determinedat the planningapplication stage
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crime
N/aN/a
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N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
The higher threshold forimpact assessments
-D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT could lead to more retaildevelopments beinglocated outside ofexisting town centres.This would reduceaccessibility to thesedevelopments.
See comment above-D15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. PMT
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
The threshold to requireimpact assessments for
-L17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity PST developments outsidethe designated towncentre within the NPPFis for 2,500 sqm.Development of2500sqm would berelatively large scale forthe town centres inBreckland. As suchbelow this levelproposals comingforward may adverselyimpact the vitality andviability of the towncentres.
The policy allows for anincrease in retail andtown centre floorspaceacross the A use classin accordance with thefindings of the Retailand Town Centre study.
+L18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate totheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
PMT
The policy does notdirectly allocate land for
+L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
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PMT business development,however it is supportive
adaptability of the localeconomy.
of new floorspace withinthe town centre.
Table 12.119
Policy EC 06 Farm Diversification
Sustainability Objective
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++-N/aN/a0/+N/aN/aN/aN/a-N/a-N/a0/-N/aN/aN/a0/-EC 06
++0/-N/aN/a0/+N/aN/aN/aN/a-N/a-N/a0/-N/aN/aN/a0/-AlternativeOption:Retainexisting CoreStrategypolicy on farmdiversification
Comments: Farm diversification is an important mechanism for support farming enterprises and securing their ongoingviability and scores well against the economic sustainability objectives. The policy scores less well in relation to theloss of undeveloped agricultural land and also impacts on climate change.
Table 12.120 Summary Table Farm Diversification
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: EC 06 Farm Diversification
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy approach couldsee the loss of agricultural
0/-L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST land, however the approachproductive agriculturaldoes require theholdings and encourage the
Resources development to besubservient to the main
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
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impacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
agriculture use and requiredto support its continuedviability.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Diversification of farms couldlead to development in
0/-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT remote areas, increasing theneed for people to travel bycar to access to services.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
The policy could see furtherdevelopment on agricultural
-D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT holdings across the District.promote and conservegeodiversity. This may lead to impacts
upon biodiversity and hencethe negative score on thesustainability appraisal.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
The policy could see furtherexpansion into the
-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT countryside taking indiversity and quality ofundeveloped land andlandscape and townscape
character.landscape agricultural land. This couldresult in a detrimental impacton landscape. The policydoes however include acriterion on proposals not
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having an unacceptableimpact on residentialamenity.
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
Farm diversification canpresent an opportunity to
0/+L14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT-LT provide services to ruralcommunities in the form of afarm shop or communityfacility. As a result ruralaccessibility to services canbe improved through farmdiversification, althoughmuch of this will depend onthe proposed use.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,disability, race, faith, locationand income.
N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
Farm diversification mayinclude town centre retail
-L17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PMT-LT uses, for instance on theform of farm shops. As thepolicy requires thediversification to besubservient to the farmholding, the impact on thevitality and viability of thetown centre is likely to beminimal.
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The option allows someflexibility in the localeconomy
+L18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriateto their skills, potential andplace of residence.
PST-LT
This policy approach allowsfor the diversification of the
+L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST-LT rural economy and theadaptability of the localeconomy. potential for job creation
within the rural area. Thepolicy has been developedto support the continuingviability of agriculturalholdings.
Table 12.121
Alternative Option: Retain existing Core Strategy policy on Farm Diversification
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The policy approach couldsee the loss of agriculturalland.
0/-L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land andproductive agricultural
Land, water
and Soil PSTholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additional
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growth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Diversification of farmscould lead to development
0/-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PST-LT in remote areas, increasingthe need for people totravel by car to access toservices.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
The policy could seefurther development on
-D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT agricultural holdingspromote and conservegeodiversity. across the District. This
may lead to impacts uponbiodiversity and hence thenegative score on thesustainability appraisal.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
The policy could seefurther expansion into the
-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT countryside taking indiversity and quality ofundeveloped land andlandscape and townscape
character.landscape agricultural land. Thiscould result in adetrimental impact onlandscape. The policydoes however include acriterion on proposals nothaving an unacceptableimpact on residentialamenity.
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
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and humanN/aN/a
healthN/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crime
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
Farm diversification canpresent an opportunity to
0/+L14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT-LT provide services to ruralcommunities in the form ofa farm shop or communityfacility. As a result ruralaccessibility to servicescan be improved throughfarm diversification,although much of this willdepend on the proposeduse.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,disability, race, faith, locationand income.
N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
The Core Strategy policyspecifically makesmention
0/-L17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PMT-LT to the development of retailuses and the requirementfor proposals todemonstrate need withinthe local area.
The option allows someflexibility in the localeconomy
+L18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriateto their skills, potential andplace of residence.
PST-LT
This policy approachallows for the
+L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
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PST-LT diversification of the ruraleconomy and the potential
adaptability of the localeconomy.
for job creation within therural area. The policy hasbeen developed to supportthe continuing viability ofagricultural holdings.
Table 12.122
Policy EC 07 Tourism Related Development
Sustainability Objective
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+++++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a?????0/-N/a00--EC 07
++++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a?????N/aN/a00-AlternativeOption:Retain theCoreStrategyPolicy
Comments: Both the preferred direction and the alternative option recognise the importance of tourism forBreckland's economy and support its development, in this regard both the policy options score well againstsustainability objectives relating to the local economy. The preferred direction is more supportive of smallerscale developments within the rural area than the alternative option, which sought information around the facilityit would sustain. Due to the limited levels of brownfield land within the District, particularly in rural areas, thisscores negatively against the sustainability objectives relating to loss of undeveloped land.
Table 12.123 Summary Table Tourism Related Development
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: EC 07 Tourism Related Development
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
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The policy allows for tourist relateddevelopment across the district,
--L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT whilst the focus for major schemesand productive agriculturalis on the market towns, smallerholdings and encourage the
Resources scale development is acceptableacross the district subject to scale
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
and type. Whilst, the effect on thisimpacts on the environmentobjective will be dependent on theand safeguard resources for
the future generations. particular site, due to the limitedquantum of brownfield land acrossthe District it is likely that mostdevelopment will occur onundeveloped land.
New development will see a needfor increased water consumption,
0D2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PLT however the impact from tourismdevelopment is likely to be minimal.
processes and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
New development will see a needfor increased water consumption,
0D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLT however the impact from tourismdevelopment is likely to be minimal.
accommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
air pollution The preferred direction allows forsmaller scale tourism development
0/-L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution. PMT across the district. This may lead to
development in areas without publictransport access and as such leadto reliance on the private car. Theimpact upon air pollution likely tobe minimal.
The effect of this objective will bedependent on the particular site
??6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. ?? selected, as such the impact is
unclear at present but should bedealt with during the planningapplication stage.
The effect on this objective will bedependent on the particular site
??7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
?? selected. The effect will need to bebiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. carefully considered given the close
relationship between tourism and
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rural areas with known biodiversityvalue such as Thetford Forest orthe river valleys.
The effect on this objective will bedependent on the particular site
??8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. ?? selected. The effect will need to be
carefully considered given the closerelationship between tourism andrural areas with known biodiversityvalue such as Thetford Forest orthe river valleys.
The effect on this objective will bedependent on the particular site
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and ?? selected. The impact will need todiversity and quality ofbe carefully considered given thelandscape and townscape
character.landscape dependency between a successfultourist economy and an attractivelandscape and built environment.
The impact on this objective will bedependent on the particular site
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? selected. The effect will need to be
carefully considered given the closerelationship between tourism andheritage, including e historicenvironment.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/aessential services andfacilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith,location and income.
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N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housingthat meets their needs.
The policy seeks to promote largerscale development within or close
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT to town centres as sustainablelocations from which to exploreBreckland. This scores goodcompatibility with this objective.
The policy supports thedevelopment of new tourist facilities
++L18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
PST and accommodation within theappropriate to their skills,District. Tourism is a keypotential and place of
residence. employment sector within Brecklandand as such the policy scores wellagainst this objective.
Tourism and tourist relatedemployment is a key sector within
++L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST Breckland's economy. The policyadaptability of the localeconomy. supports the sustainable
development of tourist facilitieswithin the District. The preferreddirection supports smaller scaletourism development across thedistrict.
Table 12.124
Alternative Option: Retain existing Core Strategy policy
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
The alternative option allows fortourist related development in the
-L1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LT countryside with an emphasis onproductive agriculturalre-using existing buildings or onholdings and encourage the
Resources
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previously developed land.However, the effect on this
recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise the
objective will be dependent on theimpacts on the environmentparticular site, the availability ofand safeguard resources for
the future generations. brownfield opportunities in thatlocation and therefore the effectis uncertain.
New development will see a needfor increased water consumption,
0D2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
PLT however the impact from tourismprocesses and storagedevelopment is likely to beminimal.
systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
New development will see a needfor increased water consumption,
0D3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
PLT however the impact from tourismaccommodate additionaldevelopment is likely to beminimal.
growth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
air pollution N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution. N/aN/a
The effect of this objective will bedependent on the particular site
??6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. ?? selected, as such the impact is
unclear at present but should bedealt with during the planningapplication stage.
The effect on this objective will bedependent on the particular site
??7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
?? selected. The effect will need tobiodiversity and promote andconserve geodiversity. be carefully considered given the
close relationship between tourismand rural areas with knownbiodiversity value such as ThetfordForest or the river valleys.
The effect on this objective will bedependent on the particular site
??8. Protect, enhance andincreaseGreen Infrastructurein the District. ?? selected. The effect will need to
be carefully considered given theclose relationship between tourismand rural areas with known
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biodiversity value such as ThetfordForest or the river valleys.
The effect on this objective will bedependent on the particular site
??9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and ?? selected. The impact will need todiversity and quality ofbe carefully considered given thelandscape and townscape
character.landscape dependency between a successfultourist economy and an attractivelandscape and built environment.
The impact on this objective willbe dependent on the particular site
??10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. ?? selected. The effect will need to
be carefully considered given theclose relationship between tourismand heritage, including e historicenvironment.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
health
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/aessential services andfacilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
The Core Strategy policy seeks topromote hotel and motel
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT accommodation within or close totown centres as sustainablelocations from which to explore
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Breckland. This scores goodcompatibility with this objective.
The Core Strategy policy supportsthe development of new tourist
++L18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
PST facilities and accommodationto their skills, potential andplace of residence. within the District subject to a
number of criteria. Tourism is akey employment sector withinBreckland and as such the policyscores well against this objective.
Tourism and tourist relatedemployment is a key sector within
+L19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST Breckland's economy. The policyadaptability of the localeconomy. supports the sustainable
development of tourist facilitieswithin the District where theysupport an existing facility.
Table 12.125
Policy EC 08 Advertising and Signs
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a++++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aEC 08
N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a--N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption: Do notinclude a localpolicy onadvertisementsand signs
Comments: Advertisements and Signs can have a significant impact on the aesthetics of an area and a development. Includinga positive local plan policy should help to ensure that the impact of signs on the districts environment, including landscape andtownscape character and also the historic environment are taken into account through the planning process. This approachscores positively against the sustainability objectives for the environment.
Table 12.126 Summary Table Advertising an Signs
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: EC 08 Advertising and signs
Assessment ofpolicy against
++
0
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Topic sustainabilityobjective
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- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes
N/aN/aand storage systems andmaintain and enhance waterquality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in theDistrict. N/aN/a
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Advertisements andsignage can have a
++L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and TST significant impact ondiversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
landscapethe character and theperception of an area.The preferredapproach requiresadvertisements andsigns to have regardto their settingspecifically landscapeand townscape.
Advertisements andsignage can have a
++L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. TST significant impact on
the character and theperception of an area.The preferredapproach requiresadvertisements andsigns to have regardto their settingspecifically landscapeand townscape. Italsomakes referenceto the specificrequirements of thehistoric environment.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
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N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
The policy has beenassessed as having a
+L17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity YST positive impactagainst thesustainabilityobjective relating tothe landscape andtownscape.Improvements to thestreet scene withinthe Districts towncentres will improvethe vitality of theseareas.
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
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Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment and
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safeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsandmaintain and enhance waterquality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructure inthe District. N/aN/a
Advertisements andsignage can have a
-L9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and TST significant impact ondiversity and quality ofthe character and thelandscape and townscape
character.landscape perception of an area.Not including a localpolicy within LocalPlan will not meanthat the landscapeand townscape isn'ttaken into account,however it risks alevel of inconsistencyin the way in whichthey are assessedwhich could be
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detrimental to theprotection of thelandscape andtownscape of thedistrict.
Advertisements andsignage can have a
-L10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. TST significant impact on
the character and theperception of an area.The preferredapproach requiresadvertisements andsigns to have regardto their settingspecifically landscapeand townscape. Notincluding a policyrisks a level ofinconsistency in theway in which they areassessed which couldbe detrimental to theprotection of thehistoric environmentof the District
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
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N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
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Policy COM 01 Design
Sustainability Objective
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+N/a++N/aN/a++++++++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aCOM 01
N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a--N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption:Rely onpolicieswithin theNPPF
Comments: The design of a development is a key part of the planning process and should be considered at the verybeginning of the scheme. Including a locally led set of design principles will help to achieve this goal and scores positivelyagainst the sustainability objectives. Not including a local policy does not mean that design would not be considered throughthe planning process, however it risks not being as responsive to the local area. Furthermore it scores poorly around ideason the the landscape and townscape character and the historic environment.
Table 12.129 Summary Table Design
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: COM01 Design
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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PST
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TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aand productive agriculturalholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
N/aN/abiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. N/aN/a
The most obvious effects ofgood design is the contribution
++D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and
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PST-LT that is made to the townscapeand landscape of places. Theeffective application of good
diversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.
landscape
design principles should resultin a particular compatibility withthis sustainability objective.
Good design should take intoaccount the setting of the area
++D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT and the local character. The
application of the good designpolicy should result in aparticular compatibility with thissustainability objective.
Well designed developmentshould incorporate open space
+D11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PST-LT and/or create good accessibilitylinks. It should also incorporate
health features that promote a choiceof transport, including walking orcycling. This may contribute tothe improvement of the healthand well being of the population.
The policy incorporates crimeprevention as one of the
++D12. Reduce and preventcrime
PST-LT principles of good design. Thiscan be through both theprevention of crime and theprevention of the fear of crime.
Well designed developmentshould integrate any element of
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST-LT open space, or forge links to
existing open space as far as ispracticable.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/aessential services andfacilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith,location and income.
Well designed housing shouldincorporate an appropriate mix
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST-LT of house types and should beand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. designed in such a way as to be
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capable of adaptation to meetthe changing needs of itsoccupiers. There are risks thatvery high standards of designconfer additional costs to thedeveloper, in terms of moneyand time, and this may impactupon the market attractivenessof sites and therefore thedelivery of housing.
Well designed buildings, spacesand transportation routes will
+D17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT contribute to the creation of anattractive environment thatpeople will want to use. This willhelp to create vital and viabletown centres.
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
Well designed buildings, spacesand transportation routes will
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PST-LT contribute to the creation of anadaptability of the localeconomy. attractive and well functioning
environment that people willwant to use and invest in.Therefore well designed placeswill help to contribute to thecompetitiveness of the economy.Buildings designed to beadaptable will build inadaptability which should helpthe reactiveness of the economyby ensuring that buildings aresuitable for a number ofpurposes. There are risks thatvery high standards of designconfer additional costs to thedeveloper, and this may impactupon the attractiveness of sitesand therefore the delivery ofemployment development.
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Alternative Option: Do not set out locally defined principles to be used to assess the quality of developmentproposals
Assessment ofpolicy against
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes
N/aN/aand storage systems andmaintain and enhance waterquality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
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N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in theDistrict. N/aN/a
The absence of alocal design policy
-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT would not removedesign as aconsideration from
diversity and quality of landscapeand townscape character.
landscapethe designprocess. However,the designation ofdesign principlesat the site levelrisks aninconsistency thatwould bedetrimental to theprotection of thelandscape andtownscape of thedistrict.
The absence of alocal design policy
-D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. PST-LT would not remove
design as aconsideration fromthe designprocess. However,the designation ofdesign principlesat the site levelrisks inconsistencythat would bedetrimental to theprotection andenhancement ofthe districtshistoricenvironment.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
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N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
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Policy COM 02 - Healthy Lifestyles
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/a++N/a+N/a++++N/aN/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aCOM 02
N/aN/aN/aN/a0N/aN/aN/a000N/aN/aN/a0N/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption: Donot includea policy inthe LocalPlan.
Comments: Including a policy on healthy lifestyles within the plan scores well against the social sustainability objectives,including redressing existing inequalities. Having a policy should ensure that health is considered at the design stage
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Sustainability Objective
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of any development. Whilst not having a policy does not necessarily score negatively against the sustainabilityobjectives it is not as positive.
Table 12.132 Summary Table Healthy Lifestyles
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: COM 02 Healthy Lifestyles
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Decisionmaking (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
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PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development withminimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
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The policy requires all newdevelopments to consider
+L5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
PST health impacts throughdesign and construction.This would include accessto services and facilities bymeans other than singleoccupancy car.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. N/aN/a
The policy requires newdevelopment to consider
+D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT the health impact throughdiversity and quality ofthe design and constructionlandscape and townscape
character.landscape phase. The landscape andtownscape of adevelopment can have asignificant health impact.
The policy requires newdevelopment to consider
+D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT the health impact through
the design and constructionphase. The landscape andtownscape of adevelopment can have asignificant health impact.
The policy requires all newdevelopment to consider
++D11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human PST-LT health impacts from theinitial design phase and as
health such score positivelyagainst the sustainabilityobjective.
Compatibility with theobjective will occur through
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crime
N/aN/a the planning applicationstage.
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All new developmentsshould provide open space.
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST As part of the application
proposal developments willnow need to considerimpact upon health, whichincludes access to openspace.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
The policy requires newdevelopment to have
+D15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PST-LT regard to health impacts,disability, race, faith, locationand income. particularly in regards to
economic, environmentaland social conditions. Thisshould help to redressinequalities within thedistrict.
The policy requires newdevelopment to have
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST-LT regard to health impacts,and appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. particularly in regards to
economic, environmentaland social conditions. Thisshould help to redressinequalities within thedistrict.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
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Assessment ofpolicy against
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Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible loss ofundeveloped land and productive
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aagricultural holdings andencourage the recycling/reuse of
Resources onsite resources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for the futuregenerations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes and
N/aN/astorage systems andmaintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuse ofwater to accommodate additional
N/aN/agrowth and development withminimal impacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recycling ofwaste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
The locationalstrategy means
0L5. Reduce contributions to climatechange and localised air pollution.
air pollution
PST that the majorityof developmentwithin the districtwill be located inareas of publictransportavailability.However it maymean thatprovision withindevelopment forwalking andcycling may notbe included.
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N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate change andavoid, reduce and manage floodrisk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhance andexpand biodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
N/aN/a
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in the District.
N/aN/a
0D9. Maintain, enhance and preservethe distinctiveness, diversity and
Cultural
heritage and PST-LTquality of landscape andtownscape character.
landscape0D10. Conserve and where
appropriate enhance the historicenvironment. PST-LT
0D11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human PST-LT
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, range andaccessibility of essential servicesand facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
A policy onhealthy lifestyles
0D15. Redress inequalities related toage, gender, disability, race, faith,location and income. PST-LT would benefit a
number ofgroups within thedistrict. Notincluding thepolicy will notscore negativelyagainst thisobjectivehowever it willmaintain thestatus quo.
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N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups have accessto affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to their
N/aN/askills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
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Policy COM 03 - Protection of Amenity
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/a?+N/aN/a?N/a?++++++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aCOM 03
M/aN/a?-N/aN/a?N/a?--??N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption: Donot seek toprotect theamenitiesof theDistrictthrough aLocal Planpolicy
Comments: Consideration of amenity is a key part of the planning process. Without a specific local plan processit does not mean that amenity will not be considered through the planning process. However, the level of weightwhich can be given to different amenity issues through the planning process may be diminished. Not including apolicy within the local plan scores negatively against a number of the sustainability objectives, particularly thoserelating to the environment.
Table 12.135 Summary Table Protection of Amenity
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: COM03 Protection of Amenity
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TopicDecision making(Appraisal) questions - -N
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aand productive agriculturalholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resourcesfor the future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumptionto the capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and developmentwith minimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the productionof waste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change andlocalised air pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid, reduceand manage flood risk. N/aN/a
Areas of particular conservation orenvironmental interest are also
+D7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST-LT often areas that are important localbiodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity. amenities. Therefore the protection
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of amenities will have an indirectbenefit to areas contributing to thebio-diversity of the district. Thereis therefore good compatibility withthis sustainability objective. Thereis no substantial evidence thatthere will be any notableimprovement of this compatibilityover time.
Areas of green infrastructure arealso often areas that are important
+D8. Protect, enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure in the District. PST-LT local amenities. Therefore the
protection of amenities will havean indirect benefit to areascontributing to the bio-diversity ofthe district. There is therefore goodcompatibility with this sustainabilityobjective. There is no substantialevidence that there will be anynotable improvement of thiscompatibility over time.
The diversity and distinctivenessof the landscape of the district is
++D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT clearly an amenity that would bedistinctiveness, diversitypreserved within this policy.and quality of landscape
and townscape character.landscape Therefore there is a strongcompatibility with this sustainabilityobjective.
The historic environment is a keylocal amenity that ought to be
++D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT protected by a general amenity
policy. Therefore this is a strongcompatibility with this sustainabilityobjective.
The maintenance of the amenitiesof the district may potentially help
??11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human ?? to maintain the attractiveness ofopen space and community areas.
health This may in turn attract people touse these facilities and as suchhelp to improve health. However,this is a subjective andunsubstantiated assumption andtherefore the level of compatibilityhas not been defined at thisjuncture.
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N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a
The protection of local amenitieswill include the interests of
??13. Improve the quality andquantity of publiclyaccessible open space. ?? maintaining the quality of areas of
open space. Although this will notimprove quality or quantity it willensure that there is not adetrimental wasting of areas ofopen space. Therefore althoughnot a positive compatibility withthis sustainability objective, thereis a degree of compatibility with itsunderlying aims.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality,range and accessibility of
Inclusive
communities N/aN/aessential services andfacilities.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith,location and income.
An essential element ofmaintaining decent and
+L16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable,
PST-LT appropriate housing is ensuringdecent and appropriatethe protection of residentialhousing that meets their
needs. amenity. Therefore there is a goodcompatibility with this sustainabilityobjective. It is not considered thatthere is a strong compatibility withthis objective as it will not deliverthe affordable aspect of thesustainability objective.
The protection of the districtsamenities, including the features
??17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity ?? of its historic and naturalenvironment may have benefits interms of the vitality of the districtstown centres. The principlepotential benefit is that byprotecting desirable features theattractiveness of town centres canbe maintained against a backdropof expansion and this may aid theirattractiveness to consumers.However, this is an
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unsubstantiated effect that cannotbe quantified at this juncture.
N/aN/a18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying work
N/aN/aappropriate to their skills,potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
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PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversibleloss of undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agriculturalholdings and encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environmentand safeguard resources forthe future generations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storagesystems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainablereuse of water to
N/aN/aaccommodate additionalgrowth and development with
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minimal impacts on waterquality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support therecycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanage flood risk. N/aN/a
The absence of a locallydefined amenity policy would
?D7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT not preclude consideration ofpromote and conservegeodiversity. the impact of development
on natural features from acontribution to local amenity.However the lack of a localpolicy may diminish theweight that can be attachedto such issues in theplanning process. To thisextent there may be a conflictwith this sustainabilityobjective.
See comment above?D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PST-LT
There is a risk that the lackof a local policy seeking to
-D9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT preserve the districts visualdiversity and quality ofamenities will diminish thelandscape and townscape
character.landscape weight that can be given tothis issue through thedevelopment managementprocess. This leads to aminor conflict with thissustainability objective.
A lack of a specific policy onamenity may lead to the
-D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT impact of it not being fully
taken into account in regardsto the historic environment.
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??11. Improve the health andwell being of the population.
Population
and human ??
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
A locally defined policy thataims to preserve the
??13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. ?? amenities of the district will
not improve the quality orquantity, it might help toensure that there is not adetrimental wasting of areasof open space. An absenceof a locally defined planningpolicy may have the oppositeeffect. There is a degree ofconflict with the underlyingaims of this sustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
N/aN/adisability, race, faith, locationand income.
A key element of providingdecent and appropriate
-L16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
PST-LT housing is ensuring that anand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs. appropriate level of
residential amenity isafforded to all properties. Thefailure to set out a locallydefined set of criteria mayundermine this aim.
A potential benefit ofprotecting the desirable
??17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity ?? features and attractivenessof town centres against abackdrop of expansion, is anadded attraction toconsumers. An absence oflocal policy seeking tomaintain these amenitiesmay have the opposite effect.
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However, it is difficult toquantify the impact of this.
N/aN/a18. Help people gain accessto satisfying work appropriate
N/aN/ato their skills, potential andplace of residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
N/aN/aadaptability of the localeconomy.
Table 12.137
Policy COM 04 - Community Facilities
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/aN/a+++N/aN/a?N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a+N/aN/aN/aN/aCOM 04
N/aN/aN/aN/a---N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a-N/aN/aN/aN/aAlternativeOption:Rely onotherpolicieswithin theNPPF
Comments: The preferred direction is to include a policy around the protection of community facilities through the LocalPlan. This approach is carried forward from the Core Strategy and scores well against the social sustainability objectives.Local facilities provide access to facilities for people who may not be able to travel to higher order settlements. Thealternative option is to not include a specific policy within the Local Plan and instead rely on policies within the NPPF.This approach scores negatively against a number of sustainability objectives and will lead to the need to travel furtherto services and facilities.
Table 12.138 Summary Table Community Facilities
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: COM04 Community Facilities
Assessment ofpolicy against
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0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
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TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible loss ofundeveloped land and productive
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aagricultural holdings andencourage the recycling/reuse of
Resources onsite resources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for the futuregenerations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes and
N/aN/astorage systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuse ofwater to accommodate additional
N/aN/agrowth and development withminimal impacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production of wasteand support the recycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
Protection of keylocal services
+L5. Reduce contributions to climatechange and localised air pollution.
air pollution
PMT reduces peoplesneed to travellong distances,thus loweringcarbon dioxideemissions.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate change andavoid, reduce and manage floodrisk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhance andexpand biodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
N/aN/a
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in the District.
N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance and preservethe distinctiveness, diversity and
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/aquality of landscape andtownscape character.
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landscape N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
Reducingpeoples need to
?L11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human PMT travel byprotecting key
health local servicescould improvethe well being ofthe localpopulation
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crime
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessible openspace. N/aN/a
Protection oflocal services
++L14. Improve the quality, range andaccessibility of essential servicesand facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT ensureseveryone hasaccess to keylocal servicesand facilities
Protection oflocal services
+L15. Redress inequalities related toage, gender, disability, race, faith,location and income. PMT ensures
everyone hasreasonably easyaccess to theservices that theyneed.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups have accessto affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality and viabilityof existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to their
N/aN/askills, potential and place ofresidence.
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N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.139
Alternative Option: Rely on other policies within the NPPF
Assessment ofpolicy against
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible loss ofundeveloped land and productive
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aagricultural holdings andencourage the recycling/reuse of
Resources onsite resources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for the futuregenerations.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption to thecapacity of natural processes and
N/aN/astorage systems and maintain andenhance water quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuse ofwater to accommodate additional
N/aN/agrowth and development withminimal impacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production of wasteand support the recycling of waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
This optioncould result in
-L5. Reduce contributions to climatechange and localised air pollution.
air pollution
PMT-LT the loss ofservices in ruralareas,increasingpeople's need totravel longer
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distances tohigher ordersettlement, thuscontributing toclimate change.
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate change andavoid, reduce and manage floodrisk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhance andexpand biodiversity and promoteand conserve geodiversity.
Biodiversity
N/aN/a
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance and increaseGreen Infrastructure in the District.
N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance and preservethe distinctiveness, diversity and
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/aquality of landscape andtownscape character.
landscapeN/aN/a10. Conserve and where
appropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessible openspace. N/aN/a
Option couldresult in loss of
--L14. Improve the quality, range andaccessibility of essential servicesand facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT-LT essentialservices andfacilities toredevelopment.
Loss of servicesand facilities
-L15. Redress inequalities related toage, gender, disability, race, faith,location and income. PMT-LT could result in
some areas ofthe populationhaving more
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difficultyaccessingessentialservices andfacilities.
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups have accessto affordable, decent and
N/aN/aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality and viabilityof existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to their
N/aN/askills, potential and place ofresidence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.140
Policy INF 01 - Telecommunications
Sustainability Objective
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++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a++--N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a?INF 01
++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/a------N/aN/aN/aN/aN/a-Alternative Option:Allowtelecommunicationsdevelopmentwherever it isproposed
Comments: New telecommunications infrastructure is important for delivering and supporting a strong economy withinBreckland, as such policies supporting the development of telecommunications infrastructure score well against thesustainability objectives for the economy. The alternative option of allowing telecommunication infrastructure wherever itchooses potentially has significant negative impacts in relation to landscape and townscape character, the historicenvironment, biodiversity, green infrastructure and geodiversity.
Table 12.141 Summary Table Telecommunications
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LOCAL PLAN POLICY: INF 01 Telecommunications
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The technicalrequirements of some
??1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil ?? telecommunicationsinfrastructure will dictatethat they will need to be
productive agricultural holdingsand encourage therecycling/reuse of onsiteResources
located in the countryside.resources to minimise theHowever, locally definedimpacts on the environmentcriteria should ensure thatand safeguard resources for the
future generations. this is a last resort, andthat all visual impacts willbe minimised.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsand maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce andmanageflood risk. N/aN/a
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No specific reference ismade to the protection of
-N7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT biodiversity orpromote and conservegeodiversity. geodiversity within the
policy, instead the policyrelies on visual impact.
No specific reference ismade to the protection of
-N8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PST-LT biodiversity or
geodiversity (includinggreen infrastructure)within the policy, insteadthe policy relies on visualimpact.
The policy includes alocally defined criteria
+N9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT around avoidance of sitesdiversity and quality ofwith an unacceptablelandscape and townscape
character.landscape impact on visual orresidential amenity. Thisprovides compatibility withthis sustainabilityobjective.
The policy includes alocally defined criteria
+D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance thehistoric environment. PST-LT around avoidance of sites
with an unacceptableimpact on the historicenvironment. Thisprovides compatibility withthis sustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
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N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing towncentres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
A goodtelecommunication
+D18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
PMT network is essential to thetheir skills, potential and placeof residence. development of the local
economy, and therefore isimportant to thissustainability objective.
A goodtelecommunication
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
PMT network is essential to theadaptability of the localeconomy. development of the local
economy, and therefore isimportant to thissustainability objective.
Table 12.142
Alternative Option: Allow telecommunications development wherever it is proposed
Assessment of policyagainst sustainabilityobjective
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
Decision making (Appraisal)questions
SEA/SA
Topic
- -N
PST
TMT
LT
The technicalrequirements of some
-N1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PMT-LT telecommunicationsinfrastructure will dictatethat they will need to be
productive agricultural holdingsand encourage therecycling/reuse of onsiteResources
located in theresources to minimise the
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impacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
countryside. A policywhich permitsdevelopment whereverit is proposed potentiallyhas conflict with thispolicy.
N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsand maintain and enhancewater quality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localisedair pollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
Allowing developmentwherever it is proposed
-N7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
PST-LT may endanger areas ofpromote and conservegeodiversity. particular interest.
Therefore there is aconflict with thissustainability objective.
See comment above-N8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructurein the District. PST-LT
Allowingtelecommunications
--N9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT development whereverdiversity and quality ofit chooses to locate willlandscape and townscape
character.landscape not have regard to theimpact on thelandscape or townscapecharacter and scores
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negatively against thissustainability objective.
Telecommunicationsdevelopment has the
--D10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. PST-LT potential to have a
significant impact uponthe historicenvironment.
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
N/aN/a13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. N/aN/a
N/aN/a14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities N/aN/a
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
N/aN/a16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent
N/aN/aand appropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
N/aN/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
A goodtelecommunication
+D18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
PMT network is essential totheir skills, potential and placeof residence. the development of the
local economy, andtherefore is important tothis sustainabilityobjective.
A goodtelecommunication
+D19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and
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PMT network is essential tothe development of the
adaptability of the localeconomy.
local economy, andtherefore is important tothis sustainabilityobjective.
Table 12.143
Policy INF 02 - Developer Contributions
Sustainability Objective
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N/aN/aN/a+N/a++N/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aN/aINF02
Comments: The preferred direction is to include a policy on developer contributions. What can be secured as adeveloper contribution is set out within the Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations. Having regard to therequirements of these regulations it is not considered that there is a reasonable alternative to the approach proposedwithin the preferred direction.
Table 12.144 Summary Table Developer Contributions
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: INF 02 Developer Contributions
Assessment ofpolicy against
++
0
L
D
Sustainability AppraisalObjective
SEA/SA
Topic sustainabilityobjective
- -NDecision making (Appraisal)questions
PST
TMT
LT
N/aN/a1. Minimise the irreversible lossof undeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil N/aN/aproductive agricultural holdingsand encourage the
Resources recycling/reuse of onsiteresources to minimise theimpacts on the environment andsafeguard resources for thefuture generations.
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N/aN/a2. Limit water consumption tothe capacity of natural
N/aN/aprocesses and storage systemsandmaintain and enhance waterquality.
N/aN/a3. Ensure the sustainable reuseof water to accommodate
N/aN/aadditional growth anddevelopment with minimalimpacts on water quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise the production ofwaste and support the recyclingof waste.
Climate
change and N/aN/a
N/aN/a5. Reduce contributions toclimate change and localised airpollution.
air pollution
N/aN/a
N/aN/a6. To adapt to climate changeand avoid, reduce and manageflood risk. N/aN/a
N/aN/a7. Protect, conserve, enhanceand expand biodiversity and
Biodiversity
N/aN/apromote and conservegeodiversity.
N/aN/a8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green Infrastructure inthe District. N/aN/a
N/aN/a9. Maintain, enhance andpreserve the distinctiveness,
Cultural
heritage and N/aN/adiversity and quality oflandscape and townscapecharacter.landscape
N/aN/a10. Conserve and whereappropriate enhance the historicenvironment. N/aN/a
N/aN/a11. Improve the health and wellbeing of the population.
Population
and human N/aN/a
N/aN/a12. Reduce and prevent crimehealth
N/aN/a
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All new developmentis required to
+D13. Improve the quality andquantity of publicly accessibleopen space. PST-LT contribute towards
open space. This willneed to be securedthrough a planningobligation to ensure itcomes forward. Assuch a policy settingout the requirementsfor developercontributions scorespositively against thissustainabilityobjective.
Where a newdevelopment requires
+D14. Improve the quality, rangeand accessibility of essentialservices and facilities.
Inclusive
communities PST-LT the provision ofinfrastructureincluding essentialfacilities such asschools to make itacceptable in planningterms a planningobligation will berequired to securethis. As such a policysetting out therequirements fordevelopercontributions scorespositively against thissustainabilityobjective.
N/aN/a15. Redress inequalities relatedto age, gender, disability, race,faith, location and income. N/aN/a
Affordable housingwill need to be
+D16. Ensure all groups haveaccess to affordable, decent and
PST-LT secured through aappropriate housing that meetstheir needs. planning obligation to
ensure it comesforward. As such apolicy setting out therequirements fordevelopercontributions scorespositively against this
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sustainabilityobjective.
N/a1N/a17. Increase the vitality andviability of existing town centres.
Economic
Activity N/aN/a
N/aN/a18. Help people gain access tosatisfying work appropriate to
N/aN/atheir skills, potential and placeof residence.
N/aN/a19. Improve the efficiency,competitiveness and adaptabilityof the local economy. N/aN/a
Table 12.145
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13Cum
ulativeAssessm
ento
fLoc
alPlan
Policies
13.1
Thefollowingtableshow
sthecumulativeimpactofthepoliciesagainstthe
sustainabilityappraisalobjectives.
SAObjectiv
ePo
licy
1918
1716
1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
+?
?+
?+
+?
??
++
??
+?
-/?-/?
--StrategicVision
++
0++
0++
+N/a
+++
0+
++++
++++
++++
++GEN01
Sustainable
Developmentin
Breckland
0/+
N/a
+N/a
+N/a
0/+
+N/a
+++
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
GEN02
Promoting
HighQualitydesign
++
+++
+++
++?
+-
0?
?+
+0
-0
-GEN03
Settlement
Hierarchy
++
+++
N/a
+++
N/a
+++
++
+0/+
00/-
N/a
N/a
--AttleboroughStrategic
Vision
++
0++
+++
++N/a
+?
?+
-0
-N/a
00
--GEN04
Development
Requirementsforthe
AttleboroughStrategic
Urban
Extension
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
++
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
+GEN05
Settlement
Boundaries
+++
++++
+++
+0
00
0/-
00
00
00
0-
HOU01
Development
Requirements
(Minimum
)
++
+++
0+
+N/a
00
00
00
0N/a
00
-HOU02
Leveland
LocationofGrowth
N/a
N/a
N/a
++
++
N/a
N/a
0/+
0/+
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
-HOU03
Development
Outside
ofBo
undaries
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SAObjectiv
ePo
licy
1918
1716
1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
ofLocalService
Centres
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
??
N/a
?N/a
-N/a
N/a
N/a
-HOU04
Rural
Settlementswith
Boundaries
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
--+
N/a
N/a
??
N/a
?N/a
-N/a
N/a
N/a
--HOU05
SmallVilla
ges
andHam
letsOutside
ofSettlement
Boundaries
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
++
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
+HOU06
Principles
ofNew
Housing
++
N/a
+0
+0/+
N/a
00
0/-
0/+
0/-
00
00
+N/a
HOU07
Affordable
Housing
++
N/a
++
0+
+N/a
++
00
N/a
00
00
0/+
HOU08
Provision
for
Gypsies,Travellers
andTravelling
Showpeople
N/a
N/a
N/a
++++
N/a
N/a
N/a
++
+N/a
N/a
?+
N/a
00
N/a
HOU09
Specialist
Housing
N/a
N/a
N/a
++++
N/a
N/a
N/a
0N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
HOU10
Technical
DesignStandards
for
New
Hom
es
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
?+
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
+HOU11
Residential
Replacement,
Extension
and
Alteration
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SAObjectiv
ePo
licy
1918
1716
1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
++
N/a
+N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
+++
N/a
N/a
N/a
?N/a
N/a
N/a
0HOU12
Conversionof
Buildings
inthe
Countryside
++N/a
N/a
++N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
-N/a
--
-HOU13
Agricultural
WorkersExceptions
+N/a
N/a
++
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
??
N/a
?N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
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Affordable
Housing
Exceptions
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
?N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
TR01
Sustainable
TransportN
etwork
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
TR02
Transport
Requirementsfor
MajorDevelopments
+N/a
+?
N/a
N/a
+N/a
++
+++
+?
?N/a
N/a
N/a
+ENV01
Green
Infrastructure
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
?++
+++
+?
N/a
N/a
N/a
+ENV02
Sitesof
European,National
andLocalN
ature
Conservation
Importance
N/a
N/a
N/a
-N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
++
++N/a
?N/a
N/a
N/a
++ENV03
TheBrecks
ProtectedHabitatsand
Species
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
++
++N/a
+++
++++
+++
+N/a
N/a
N/a
+ENV04
OpenSpace,
SportandRecreation
-N/a
N/a
-N/a
N/a
?N/a
??
++++
+++
+N/a
N/a
N/a
++EN
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Protectionand
Enhancementofthe
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Trees,
Hedgerowsand
Development
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
++++
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
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Designated
Heritage
Assets
+N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
++
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
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Non-Statutory
Heritage
Assets
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
++N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
ENV09
FloodRisk
andSurface
Water
Drainage
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
??
N/a
?N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
-ENV10
Renew
able
EnergyDevelopment
++++
+0
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0N/a
+0
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++
+0
0+
-EC01
Economic
Development
++++
N/a
N/a
++N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
0N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
-EC02
Snetterton
Heath
++++
+-
N/a
-N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
0EC03
General
EmploymentA
reas
++++
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
--
N/a
-N/a
0/-
N/a
N/a
N/a
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DevelopmentO
utside
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EmploymentA
reas
++
++N/a
+++
N/a
N/a
+-
+N/a
N/a
0+
N/a
N/a
00
EC05
TownCentre
andRetailStrategy
++
-N/a
N/a
0/+
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
-N/a
-N/a
0/-
N/a
N/a
N/a
0/-
EC06
Farm
Diversification
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N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
??
??
?0/-
N/a
00
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Tourism
Related
Development
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
++++
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
EC08
Advertisingand
Signs
+N/a
++
N/a
N/a
+++
+++
++N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
COM01
Design
N/a
N/a
N/a
++
N/a
+N/a
+++
+N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
COM02
Healthy
Lifestyles
++
N/a
+N/a
N/a
?N/a
?++
+++
+N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
COM03
Protectionof
Amenity
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
+++
N/a
N/a
?N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
COM04
Com
munity
Facilities
++
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
++
--
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
?INF01
Telecommunications
N/a
N/a
N/a
+N/a
++
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
N/a
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Contributions
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15 Sustainability Appraisal ObjectivesSustainability Appraisal (SA) Process - Site Assessment
15.1 The SA provides the starting point for the site selection process. The site selection process is also informedby the evidence base that is used to underpin the Local Plan, responses to Local Plan consultations and The entireprocess is summarised in the Site Selection Topic Paper, 2017.
15.2 As part of the SA framework, 19 SA objectives have been established that are appropriate indicators totest new Local Plan proposals against. They cover social, environmental and economic elements. For each SAobjective, a series a decision making questions and criteria are provided, which were established within the SAScoping Report. This ensures that the assessment is transparent, consistent and undertaken using the correctevidence and understanding. The framework is set out below.
Decision making criteriaDecisionmaking (Appraisal) questionsSustainabilityAppraisalObjective
Site includes a house or garden/previous use (y=+,n=o)
Will it use land that has been previouslydeveloped?
1. Minimise theirreversible lossof undeveloped
Close to the settlement boundary/ brownfield/ notusing high grade agricultural land
Will it use land efficiently?land andproductiveagricultural
Grade 1,2,3 (y=-, n=+)Will it protect and enhance the best andmost versatile agricultural land?
holdings andencourage therecycling/reuse
NPPF definition (exclude garden) (y=+, n=o)Will it use brownfield land?of on siteresources to Dependent on type and design of development,
not location.Will it recycle on site resources?minimise the
impacts on theenvironment andsafeguardresources for thefuturegenerations.
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it reduce water consumption?2. Limit waterconsumption tothe capacity of
Would the development of the site have thepossibility to harm a protected aquifier (y=-, n=+)
Will it conserve groundwater resources?naturalprocesses andstorage systems
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it maintain or enhance water quality?and maintainand enhancewater quality.
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it reduce water consumption?3. Ensure thesustainablereuse of water to
Would the development of the site have thepossibility to harm a protected aquifier (y=-, n=+)
Will it conserve groundwater resources?accommodateadditional
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growth anddevelopmentwith minimalimpacts onwater quality.
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it maintain or enhance water quality?
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it reduce waste?4: Minimise theproduction ofwaste and
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it re-use waste?support therecycling ofwaste.
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it enable composting of waste?
Is the site 2km from a household waste recyclingplant? (y=+, n=o)
Will it enable recycling of waste?
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will waste be recovered in other ways forother uses?
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it increase waste going to landfill?
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it encourage the re-use and recyclingof aggregates?
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it lead to an increased proportion ofenergy needs being met from renewablesources?
5. Reducecontributions toclimate changeand localised airpollution. Dependent on type and design of development,
not location.Will it reduce the emissions ofgreenhouse gases by reducing energyconsumption?
Is it in a AQMA (y=-, n=o)Will it improve air quality?
Is it within 300m of convenience shopping ? Is itwithin 800m of a school?(y=+, n=o)
Will it reduce traffic volumes?
Is the site within 800m of a bus stop (y=+, n=o)Will it support travel by means other thansingle occupancy car?
Is the site within an EA flood zone 2 or 3 or aSFRA defined flood zone (1 in 100yr risk)? (y=-,n=+)
Will it increase risk of flooding?6. To adapt toclimate changeand avoid,reduce andmanage floodrisk.
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Decision making criteriaDecisionmaking (Appraisal) questionsSustainabilityAppraisalObjective
Is the site adjacent to an EA flood zone 2 or 3 ora SFRA defined flood zone (1 in 100yr risk)? (y=-,n=+)
Will it contribute to a higher riskelsewhere?
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it attenuate the flow and run off ofwater?
Would it result in the direct loss of all or part of thedesignated site? Is the site adjacent to adesignated site? (SPA, SAC, Ramsar, HRA) (y=-,n=+)
Will it protect, maintain and enhance sitesdesignated for their nature conservationinterest?
7. Protect,conserve,enhance andexpandbiodiversity and
Will it involve the loss of a Norfolk BiodiversityAction Plan Habitat (County Wildlife Site)? (y=-,n=+)
Will it conserve and enhance species,diversity and green, infrastructure andavoid harm to protected species?
promote andconservegeodiversity.
Will it involve the loss of trees and hedgerows?(y=-, n=+)
Will it promote and conservegeodiversity?
Will it interfere with connectivity of habitats(consistent with Norfolk Econets project) (y=-, n=o)
Will it protect the district's infrastructure?8. Protect,enhance andincrease GreenInfrastructure inthe District.
Will it enhance connectivity of habitats (consistentwith Norfolk Econets project) (y=+, n=-)
Will it enhance the district'sinfrastructure?
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it facilitate the creation of new GreenInfrastructure which will improve links andcorridors between open space?
Is the site within a landscape that hasmoderate-high or high sensitivity to change asdefined in the Breckland Settlement FringeLandscape Assessment (y=-, n=+)
Will it maintain and enhance thedistinctiveness of landscape andtownscape character?
9. Maintain,enhance andpreserve thedistinctiveness,diversity and
Does it involve the re-use or re-development ofderelict buildings? (y=+, n=-)
Will it maintain and enhance the characterof settlements?
quality oflandscape andtownscapecharacter. Would it involve the loss of designated open space
(y=-, n=+)Will it protect and enhance open spacesof amenity and recreational value?
Will it result in the direct loss or damage to a listedbuilding/ conservation area or damage to thesetting of a listed building/ conservation area?(y=-, n=+)
Will it protect or enhance (designated)heritage assets?
10. Conserveand whereappropriateenhance thehistoricenvironment. Will it result in impact upon the setting of a listed
building/conservation area? (y=-, n=+)Will it protect or enhance the significanceand setting of (designated) heritageassets?
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Decision making criteriaDecisionmaking (Appraisal) questionsSustainabilityAppraisalObjective
Is the site within a AQMA/ within or adjacent to aHazardous installation Consultation Area? (y=-,n=o)
Will it reduce early death rates?11. Improve thehealth and wellbeing of thepopulation.
Is the site within 1200m of outdoor playing spaceor sports facilities (y=+, n=-) (NFRA standards)?
Will it increase life expectancy?
Would it result in a loss of outdoor playing spaceor sports facilities? (y=-, n=o)
Is the site within 30 minutes public transport timeor walking time of a primary health care facility?(Norfolk LTP) (y=+, n=o)
Will it improve access to essentialservices such as health facilities?
Summary of 5d, 5e, 11cWill it encourage healthy lifestyles,including travel and food choices? Will ithelp the population to move more, eatwell and live longer?
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it reduce levels of crime?12. Reduce andprevent crime
Is the site within 1200m of outdoor playing spaceor sports facilities? (residential allocation proposalsonly) (NPFA standards) (y=+, n=-)? Is the sitewithin 1200m of a residential area? (Outdoorplaying space allocation proposals only) (y=+, n=-)
Will it improve accessibility to openspace?
13. Improve thequality andquantity ofpubliclyaccessible openspace.
Increase open space (+) decrease open space (-)Will it improve the quality, quantity andmulti functionality of accessible openspace?
Is it within walking distance (1000m) to a school,shop, doctor or public open space? (y=+, n=o)
Will it improve accessibility to key localservices and facilities, including health,education and leisure?
14. Improve thequality, rangeand accessibilityof essentialservices andfacilities.
Is it within walking distance (300m) or 30 minutespublic transport or to a town centre (y=+, n=-)
Will it improve accessibility to shoppingfacilities?
Will it increase services in a ward within the 20%most deprived wards in England (y=+, n=-)
Will it address the Indices of MultipleDeprivation and the underlying indicators?
15. Redressinequalitiesrelated to age,
Is it connected to public transport and within 30minutes public transport time of retail provision,and employment (y=+, n=-)
Will it improve accessibility to essentialservices and facilities?
gender,disability, race,faith, locationand income.
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Decision making criteriaDecisionmaking (Appraisal) questionsSustainabilityAppraisalObjective
Dependent on type and design of development,not location.
Will it improve relations between peoplefrom different backgrounds and socialgroups?
Is it an allocation for housing? (y=+, n=o)Will it support the range of housing typesand sizes, including affordable to meetthe needs of all sectors in the community?
16. Ensure allgroups haveaccess toaffordable,
Will it involve the redevelopment of unfit homes?Will it reduce the number of unfit homes?decent andappropriate
Is the allocation proposal for housing? (y=+, n=o)Will it reduce housing need?housing thatmeets theirneeds. Is the allocation for a gypsy and traveller site?Will it meet the needs of the travelling
community?
Is it in the town centre? (y=+, n=-)Will it increase vitality of existing towncentres?
17. Increase thevitality andviability ofexisting towncentres.
Is it in the town centre? (retail and leisureallocations only) (y=+, n=-)
Will it increase viability of existing towncentres?
Is it within walking distance (1000m) to a school,shop, doctor or public open space? (y=+, n=o)
Will it provide for the needs of the localcommunity?
Is the allocation for an educational establishment?(y=+, n=-)
Will it support and improve education?18. Help peoplegain access tosatisfying work
Is the allocation proposal for employment land?(y=+, n=o)
Will it encourage employment and reduceemployment overall?
appropriate totheir skills,potential andplace ofresidence.
Is the site within 800m or 30 minute publictransport time of residential areas? (for residentialand employment use allocations only) (y=+, n=-)
Will it improve access to employment?
Is the site within 800m or 30 minute publictransport time of residential areas? (for residentialand employment use allocations only) (y=+, n=-)
Will it improve access to employment bymeans other than single occupancy car?
Is it in an area with a deficiency of employmentland? (for employment use allocation proposalsonly) (y=+, n=o)
Will it improve business development andenhance competitiveness?
19. Improve theefficiency,competitivenessand adaptabilityof the localeconomy.
Is the allocation proposal for employment land?(y=+, n=o)
Will it make land and property availablefor business development?
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Decision making criteriaDecisionmaking (Appraisal) questionsSustainabilityAppraisalObjective
Is the allocation proposal within a town or localservice centre or accessible by public transport?(y=+, n=o)
Will it support sustainable tourism?
Table 15.1
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16 Residential Sites16.1 Since the completion of th Preferred Directions document, the proposed policy approach to the Level andLocation of Growth has been updated and forms part of the consultation document. As such the revised policyhas been re-assessed against the sustainability objectives and is shown below.
LOCAL PLAN POLICY: Level and Location of Growth
Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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Decision making(Appraisal) questions
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Thetford is surrounded by low qualityagricultural land but this is because it isecologically sensitive heathland. Swaffham,
-D1. Minimise theirreversible loss ofundeveloped land and
Land, water
and Soil PST-LTDereham, Banham, Bawdeswell,productive agricultural
Resources Garboldisham, Great Ellingham, Litcham,Mattishall, North Elmham, Necton, Shipham
holdings and encouragethe recycling/reuse of
and Sporle have Grade 2 agricultural landonsite resources toon their periphery which will be protectedreducing the land supply for potentialdevelopment.
minimise the impacts onthe environment andsafeguard resources forthe future generations.
The preferred option has developmentrecommended for Local service Centreswhich tend to be more rural however theagricultural grade 2 land is present aroundmarket towns and ten of the Local ServiceCentres.
There is concern that rises in demandcreated by an increase in the total numberof households will place increased pressure
0/-N2. Limit waterconsumption to thecapacity of natural PST-LT
upon water resources. Households exertprocesses and storageconsiderable pressure on the environmentsystems and maintainby using much of the water that isand enhance water
quality. abstracted. With the number of householdsincreasing the average size of thehouseholds decreasing, this will put furtherpressure on water resources becausesmaller houses use more per person.
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The most sensitive areas for developmentdue to increased water demand areAttleborough, Dereham and Swaffham. Thewaste water capacity sensitive urban areasare Attleborough and Dereham and to alesser extent Thetford. The revised housingdistribution will see more houses allocatedto the market towns of Dereham Swaffhamand Watton, and as such this may have anegative impact, which needs to bemitigated through appropriate infrastructureplanning.
Attleborough, Dereham and Swaffham arepredicted to have limited water resource
0N3. Ensure thesustainable reuse of
PST-LT availability up to 2026 and will require waterwater to accommodateto be pumped from other sources to meetthe increased demand.
additional growth anddevelopment withminimal impacts onwater quality.
N/aN/a4. Minimise theproduction of waste and
Climate
change and N/aN/asupport the recycling ofwaste.
air pollutionThe policy seeks to provide the majority ofdwellings to the largest most sustainable
0N5. Reduce contributionsto climate change andlocalised air pollution. PST-LT settlements, with limited dwellings being
allocated to the rural areas. In designatinglocal service centres one of the criteria isthe requirement for frequent publictransport to a higher order centre, toprevent reliance on private car use.
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Assessment of policy againstsustainability objective
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All key settlements and market towns aresusceptible to fluvial and/or sewer flooding.
0N6. To adapt to climatechange and avoid,
PST-LT The preferred option takes into account thereduce and manageflood risk. availability of suitable land including if it is
at flood risk.
This policy seeks to allocate the majorityof dwellings to higher order settlements,
0D7. Protect, conserve,enhance and expand
Biodiversity
PST-LT and proposes a proportional split for Localbiodiversity andService Centres which will see growthpromote and conserve
geodiversity. levels of 10% dependent on the existingsize of the settlements. This approachmeans that a settlement will not receive adisproportional level of growth dependentto there size which may have had a moresignificant impact upon biodiversity andgeodiversity. The individual siteassessments will be assessed againstthese criteria.
This policy runs the risk of impacting upongreen infrastructure within the District.
0D8. Protect, enhance andincrease Green
PST-LT However the sites will all be individuallyInfrastructure in theDistrict. assessed against the sustainability
appraisal objectives.
The option runs the risk of impactingvisually and reducing open space areas but
0D9. Maintain, enhanceand preserve the
Cultural
heritage and PST-LT it is the specific locations of developmentdistinctiveness, diversitythat will determine this rather than the tierand quality of landscape
landscape of settlement where development isproposed.
and townscapecharacter.
All options run the risk of impacting visuallybut it is the specific locations of
0D10. Conserve andwhere appropriate
PST-LT development that will determine this ratherenhance the historicenvironment.
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than the tier of settlement wheredevelopment is proposed.
The option runs the risk of reducing openspace areas but it is the specific locations
0D11. Improve the healthand well being of thepopulation.
Population
and human PST-LT of development that will determine thisrather than the tier of settlement wheredevelopment is proposed.health
The spatial distribution is unlikely to impactupon crime levels. It is the specific
N/aN/a12. Reduce and preventcrime
N/aN/a development of well lit areas etc thatreduces crime.
All new residential developments will beexpected to provide new open space.
+D13. Improve the qualityand quantity of publiclyaccessible open space. PST-LT
The preferred direction takes into accountthe availability of public transport andservices within the Local Service Centres.
+L14. Improve the quality,range and accessibilityof essential servicesand facilities.
Inclusive
communities PMT
One of the main objectives of the a LocalPlan is to facilitate inclusive mixed
0L15. Redress inequalitiesrelated to age, gender,
PST-LT communities and as such is particularlyimportant in the redress of inequalities.
disability, race, faith,location and income.
This policy seeks development within theLocal Service Centres which could provide
++L16. Ensure all groupshave access to
PST-LT more affordable family housing in rural andLocal Service Centres.
affordable, decent andappropriate housing thatmeets their needs.
This policy will see the majority of newdevelopment allocated to the key
++D17. Increase the vitalityand viability of existingtown centres.
Economic
Activity PST-LT settlements of Attleborough and Thetford
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Topic
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and the market towns of Dereham,Swaffham and Watton. Allocating themajority of development to the towns willhelp to increased the vitality and viability ofthose town centres.
This policy includes development in theLocal Service Centres which may need the
+D18. Help people gainaccess to satisfying
PMT-LT development to encourage businesses towork appropriate to theirlocate there. Higher paid technical orskills, potential and
place of residence. managerial jobs aremore common in largerurban areas like Norwich and developmentalong or near good connections to theseareas would be positive. The majority ofdevelopment remains focused on the keysettlements of Attleborough and Thetfordand the market towns of Dereham,Swaffham andWatton which have the bestaccess to employment opportunities withinthe District.
Improving the local economy relies onmorefactors than just the distribution of housing.
+D19. Improve theefficiency,
PMTIncreased development in Local ServiceCentres will support and encourage newbusinesses. The difference may be that
competitiveness andadaptability of the localeconomy.
local facilities like Post Offices and PublicHouses in Local Service Centres may beable to remain open from increase trade.
This policy takes into account the quantityof suitability in LSC to accommodateadditional residential development.
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16.2 The following tables assess sites across the Market Towns and Local Service Centres, which can be seenin Appendix D of the main consultation document.
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oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
-o
o-
++
++
-LP
[025]003
FloodZone
3a.The
sitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria7duetobeing
withincloseproximity
toaSpecialArea
ofConservation.Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
duetothe
potentialim
pactthatdevelopm
entofthe
sitemay
have
upon
thenearby
listed
building.
Thesitesscores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
6duetotheproximity
ofthesitetoflood
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
oo
o+
++
-LP
[025]004
zone
2.Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria7duetobeingwithin
closeproximity
toaSpecialAreaof
Conservation.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria
10duetothepotentialimpactthat
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
-o
++
++
++
-LP
[025]005
developm
entofthe
sitemay
have
upon
thenearby
listedbuilding.
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
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54
32
1
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria
5and11
although
thesiteisdistantfrom
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
+-
o+
++
oLP
[025]006
keyservices
andfacilities.Thesite
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria6due
tothesitebeingsituated
withinflood
zone
3b.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetothesitebeingsituated
withinflood
zone
3a.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
+-
++
++
-LP
[025]007
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
++
o+
++
-LP
[025]008
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
++
o+
--
-LP
[025]009
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria2and
3duetothesitebeingsituated
withina
groundwatersource
protectionzone.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
++
o+
++
-LP
[025]010
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
+o
o+
++
oLP
[025]011
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetobeingsituated
within
FloodZone
3b
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
+-
++
++
-LP
[025]017
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA418
16
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
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1716
1514
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1110
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76
54
32
1
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetobeingsituated
within
FloodZone
3b
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
+o
++
++
-LP
[025]018
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetobeingsituated
within
FloodZone
3b
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
+-
++
++
-LP
[025]019
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
7duetobeingwithinclose
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
o+
++
++
oLP
[025]021
proximity
toaSpecialAreaof
Conservation.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria
10duetothepotentialimpactupon
the
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
-o
++
++
--
oLP
[025]022
setting
ofthenearby
listedbuilding.The
sitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria2
and3duetothesitebeingsituated
withinagroundwatersource
protection
zone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetothesitebeingsituated
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
+-
++
--
-LP
[025]023
withinflood
zone
3a.The
sitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria2and3due
tothesitebeingsituated
withina
groundwatersource
protectionzone.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
++
o+
++
–LP
[025]024
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria
10duetothepotentialimpactupon
the
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
-o
++
o+
++
–LP
[025]025
setting
ofthenearby
listedbuilding.
Although
thesitescores
positively
419Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
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54
32
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againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
++
++
++
–LP
[025]027
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
-+
o+
+o
+-
-o
++
++
––
+LP
[025]028
situated
withinagroundwatersource
protectionzone.The
sitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
duetothepotential
impactupon
thelistedbuilding.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
-o
++
++
––
oLP
[025]029
situated
withinagroundwatersource
protectionzone.The
sitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
duetothepotential
impactupon
thesetting
ofthenearby
listedbuilding.
Thesiterepresentssites017,018and
019combinedandreducedtoavoid
areassubjecttoflood
risk.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
++
++
++
-LP
[025]030
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
++
o+
++
-LP
[025]031
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
++
o+
++
-LP
[025]032
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16
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
1716
1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
++
o+
++
–LP
[025]036
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
-+
-o
+-
oo
++
-LP
[083]003
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria6due
tobeingpartiallysituated
withinan
area
subjecttoflood
risk.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
-o
++
oo
++
-LP
[083]004
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
-o
++
oo
++
-LP
[083]005
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria
7duetobeingwithincloseproximity
toaSpecialAreaofConservation.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
-o
o+
oo
++
oLP
[083]006
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromsomekeyservices.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
-o
oo
oo
++
oLP
[083]007
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
-o
o+
oo
++
-LP
[083]008
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria7dueto
beingwithincloseproximity
toaSpecial
AreaofConservation.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
o+
oo
++
-LP
[083]009
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
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32
1
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria7dueto
beingwithincloseproximity
toaSpecial
AreaofConservation.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
-o
o+
oo
++
oLP
[083]010
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria7dueto
beingwithincloseproximity
toaSpecial
AreaofConservation.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
o+
oo
++
-LP
[083]011
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria7dueto
beingwithincloseproximity
toaSpecial
AreaofConservation.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-o
o+
+o
++
-o
o+
oo
++
oLP
[083]012
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria7dueto
beingwithincloseproximity
toaSpecial
AreaofConservation.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
o-
oo
++
-LP
[083]013
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria7dueto
beingwithincloseproximity
toaSpecial
AreaofConservation.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6duetosite
beingsubjecttosurface
waterflooding.
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
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1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
-o
o-
oo
++
-LP
[083]014
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria7due
tobeingwithincloseproximity
toa
SpecialAreaofConservation.Thesite
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria6due
tositebeingsubjecttosurface
water
flooding.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
o-
oo
++
-LP
[083]015
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria7due
tobeingwithincloseproximity
toa
SpecialAreaofConservation.Thesite
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria6due
tositebeingsubjecttosurface
water
flooding.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
-o
o-
oo
++
-LP
[083]016
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria7dueto
beingwithincloseproximity
toaSpecial
AreaofConservation.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6duetosite
beingsubjecttosurface
waterflooding.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
o+
oo
++
-LP
[083]017
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria7dueto
beingwithincloseproximity
toaSpecial
AreaofConservation.
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SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
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76
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1
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
-o
o+
oo
++
-LP
[083]018
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria7dueto
beingwithincloseproximity
toaSpecial
AreaofConservation.
Although
thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
-o
o+
oo
++
-LP
[083]019
distantfromsomekeyservices.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria7dueto
beingwithincloseproximity
toaSpecial
AreaofConservation.
SummaryCom
men
ts:
Themajority
ofthesitesaresituated
withinan
area
ofmoderate-high
/highlandscapesensitivitywith
theexceptionofsitesLP
[025]017,018,
019and030.
Due
tothenatureofthesitesbeingprimarily
greenfield,the
majority
ofthesitesscorenegativelyagainstcriteria1.
Thereislittle
differencebetweenthemajority
ofsiteswithinthetownintermsofdistance
toservices
asthemajority
ofthesitesaresituated
ontheedge
oftheexistingsettlem
entboundary.
Table16.2Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Dereh
am
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SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
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1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
Eventhough
thesite
scores
neutrallyagainst
oo
-+
o+
oo
o+
-o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[097]001
criteria
19,the
majority
ofthethesiteisalready
allocatedfor
employmentuse
throughtheSite
Specific
Policiesand
ProposalsDPD2012.
Thesiteissituated
withinan
area
ofo
o-
+o
+o
o+
+-
oo
++
o–
––
LP[097]002
Moderate-High
sensitivitytochange.
Thesiteissituated
withinan
area
ofo
o-
+o
+o
o+
+-
oo
++
o–
––
LP[097]003
Moderate-High
sensitivitytochange.
Thesitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
oo
-+
o+
oo
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[097]004
10,butreflectsthat
theremay
beapotential
impactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
Thesiteissituated
withinan
area
ofo
o-
+o
+o
oo
+-
oo
++
o–
––
LP[097]005
Moderate-High
sensitivitytochange.
oo
-+
o+
oo
o+
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[097]006
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
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1312
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98
76
54
32
1
oo
-+
o+
oo
o+
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[097]008
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[097]009
Thesitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
oo
-+
o+
oo
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[097]010
10,butreflectsthat
theremay
beapotential
impactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
Thesiteisalready
allocatedfor
oo
-+
o+
oo
o+
-o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[097]011
employmentuse
throughtheSite
Specific
Policiesand
ProposalsDPD2012.
oo
-+
o+
oo
o+
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[097]012
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
+o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[097]013
Thesiteissituated
withinan
area
ofo
o-
+o
+o
o+
+-
oo
++
o–
––
LP[097]014
Moderate-High
sensitivitytochange.
Thesiteisalso
within
closeproximity
tothe
SPA
tothesouth.
Thesiteissituated
withinan
area
ofo
o-
+o
+o
oo
+-
oo
+o
o–
––
LP[097]015
Moderate-High
sensitivitytochange.
427Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
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Thesiteissituated
upon
protectedopen
space.
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
-o
o+
–o
––
–LP
[097]016
Thesitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
oo
-+
o+
oo
oo
+o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[097]018
10,butreflectsthat
theremay
beapotential
impactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
Thesiteissituated
withinan
area
ofo
o-
+o
+o
oo
+-
oo
+o
o–
––
LP[097]019
Moderate-High
sensitivitytochange.
Thesiteissituated
withinan
area
ofo
o-
+o
+–
o–
+-
oo
+o
o–
––
LP[097]020
Moderate-High
sensitivitytochange.
Thesitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
oo
++
o+
oo
+o
oo
o+
+o
––
+LP
[097]021
10,butreflectsthat
theremay
beapotential
impactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
Developmentoptions
inSwaffham
tend
tobe
onGreenfieldsitesandso
donothavepositiveoutcom
eswith
regardstothefirstthreeSA
objectives,relatingtoland,w
aterandsoilresources.Due
totheruralnatureoftheBreckland
districtthereislim
itedbrow
nfieldland
available.
Themajority
ofsitesscorerelativelyevenlyagainstthe
SAobjectives,w
ithlim
iteddifferences
betweenthesites.
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
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Ahandfulofsitesseesomepredictednegativeeffects(LP[097]001,LP[097]005,LP[097]014,LP[097]016,LP[097]020);none
oftheseare
preferredsites.Thesesitesallscorenegativelyfordifferentreasons.SitesLP
[0097]001andLP
[097]011
arebothlocatedon
savedem
ployment
allocations
andas
such
scorepoorlyagainstthe
employmentobjectives,w
hilstsite
LP[097]016
islocatedon
protectedopen
space.
Table16.3Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Swaffham
429Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Watton
SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
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1110
98
76
54
32
1
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetosurface
water
oo
–+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[104]001
floodingon
thesite.The
sitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
dueto
thepotentialim
pactupon
theGrade
II*listedChurchofSt.Mary.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetosurface
water
floodingon
thesite.
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
+o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[104]002
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5thesiteisdistant
oo
–+
o+
+o
o+
-o
o–
oo
––
+LP
[104]003
fromsomekeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6dueto
surface
waterfloodingon
thesite.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
9andneutrally
against
criteria
11duetotheloss
ofpublic
open
space.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetosurface
water
floodingon
thesite.
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
-o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[104]004
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetosurface
water
oo
–+
o+
+o
+o
-o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[104]005
floodingon
thesite.The
sitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
dueto
thepotentialimpactupon
the
historicenvironm
ent.
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
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54
32
1
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5thesiteisdistant
oo
–+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[104]006
fromsomekeyservices
and
facilities.Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetosurface
waterfloodingon
thesite.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
duetothepotentialimpactupon
thehistoricenvironm
ent.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetosurface
water
floodingon
thesite.
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
+o
o–
+o
––
+LP
[104]007
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[104]008
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5thesiteisdistant
oo
–+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[104]009
fromsomekeyservices
and
facilities.Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetosurface
waterfloodingon
thesite.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
duetothepotentialimpactupon
thehistoricenvironm
ent.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5thesiteisdistant
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
-o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[104]010
fromsomekeyservices
and
facilities.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5thesiteisdistant
oo
–+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o-
oo
––
–LP
[104]011
fromsomekeyservices
and
facilities.Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetosurface
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waterfloodingon
thesite.The
site
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
duetothepotentialimpactupon
thehistoricenvironm
ent.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
9andneutrally
against
oo
–+
o+
+o
o+
-o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[104]012
criteria
11duetotheloss
ofpublic
open
space.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5thesiteisdistant
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
-o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[104]013
fromsomekeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
9andneutrally
against
oo
–+
o+
+o
o+
-o
o-
+o
--
-LP
[104]014
criteria
11duetotheloss
ofpublic
open
space.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6dueto
surface
waterfloodingon
thesite.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5thesiteisdistant
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
oo
––
oLP
[104]015
fromsomekeyservices
and
facilities.Thesitescores
positively
againstthe
criteria
16,w
hich
ensuresallgroupshave
access
toappropriatehousingtomeettheir
needs,duetotheproposed
useof
acarehome.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetosurface
water
floodingon
thesite.
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
-o
o-
+o
––
–LP
[104]016
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Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
-o
–+
+o
––
–LP
[104]017
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetosurface
water
floodingon
thesite.
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
-o
––
+o
––
–LP
[104]018
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetosurface
water
floodingon
thesite.
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
+o
+–
+o
––
oLP
[104]019
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetosurface
water
floodingon
thesite.
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
+o
+–
+o
––
-LP
{104]021
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
9andneutrally
against
oo
–+
o+
-o
o+
-o
o–
+o
––
+LP
[017]007
criteria
11duetotheloss
ofpublic
open
space.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6dueto
surface
waterfloodingon
thesite.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
Thesiteappraisalsincludeland
withinCarbookeparish(LP[017]007)w
hich
islocatedwithinthebuiltup
extentofWatton.
Themajority
ofsitesinWattonareGreenfield,and
thishasresultantsustainabilityissues.H
owever,the
good
transportlinks,economicbase
andcommunity
services
andfacilitiesmakepotentialsitesinthearea
scorewellotherwise.
Themajority
ofthesitesinWattonaresubjecttosurface
waterfloodingandthisisreflected
intheassessmentagainstcriteria
6;however,the
levelofsurface
waterfloodingvaries.
Table16.4Su
staina
bilityApp
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Sitesin
Watton
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Whilstthe
sitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
+-
o+
oo
-LP
[001]001
criteria
5thesiteis
distantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetothe
sitebeingsubjectto
anarea
ofsurface
waterflooding.
Developmentofthe
sitemay
have
ao
o-
+o
++
o+
oo
o+
-+
+o
o-
LP[001]002
negativeimpactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.Thesite
scores
negatively
againstcriteria6due
tothesitebeing
subjecttoan
area
ofsurface
water
flooding.
Developmentofthe
sitemay
have
ao
o-
+o
++
o+
oo
o+
++
+o
o+
LP[001]003
negativeimpactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
++
++
oo
-LP
[001]004
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
++
++
oo
-LP
[001]005
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Whilstthe
sitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
++
++
oo
-LP
[001]006
criteria
5thesiteis
quite
distantfromkey
services
andfacilities,
justbeingwithinthe
bufferfordistancesto
keyservices
and
facilities.
Whilstthe
sitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
++
++
oo
-LP
[001]007
criteria
5thesiteis
quite
distantfromkey
services
andfacilities,
justbeingwithinthe
bufferfordistancesto
keyservices
and
facilities.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
++
++
oo
-LP
[001]008
Although
thesite
scores
neutrally
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
oo
++
++
oo
-LP
[001]009
againstcriteria13
and
positivelyagainst
criteria
11,the
siteis
currently
designated
open
space.
Whilstthe
sitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
++
o+
oo
-LP
[001]010
criteria
5thesiteis
distantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
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Whilstthe
sitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
++
o+
oo
-LP
[001]011
criteria
5thesiteis
distantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
Whilstthe
sitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
++
o+
oo
-LP
[001]012
criteria
5thesiteis
distantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
AllsiteswithinAshillscorerelativelysimilarly
throughthesustainabilityappraisal.Allthesitesarelocatedon
greenfieldland
with
theexception
ofsiteLP
[001]003,w
hich
willinvolvethere-developmentofexistingproperties.Due
tothegreenfieldnatureofthesitesthey
thereforescore
negativelyagainstS
Aobjective1,howeverduetotheruralnatureofBreckland
andlim
itedam
ountofbrow
nfieldland
themajority
ofsites
scorenegativelyagainstthiscriteria.
SitesLP
[001]002
andLP
[001]003
scorenegativelyagainstobjective10
duetotheimpactupon
thetheGrade
1Listed
Building'Churchof
St.N
icholas'.
Site
LP[001]001,010,011
and012aredistantfromanumberofkey
services
andfacilitieswithinthevillage,including
theprimaryschool,
shop
andopen
space.Due
tothisthesitesscorenegativelyagainstS
Aobjectives
14,15and17
incomparison
totheothersiteswhich
score
morepositively.WhilstS
itesLP
[001]006
and007scorepositivelyagainstthese
criteria
thesitesarejustwithinthebufferfordistancestokey
services
andfacilities.
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staina
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Thesitescores
positively
againstcriteria1dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
–o
o+
+o
––
+LP
[003]002
beingabrow
nfieldsite.The
sitescores
negatively
againstcriteria9dueto
beingsituated
withinan
area
ofmoderate-high
landscape
sensitivity.Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
duetothepotentialimpact
upon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetoflood
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
–o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[003]003
risk.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria9
duetobeingsituated
within
anarea
ofmoderate-high
landscapesensitivity.The
sitescores
neutrally
against
criteria
10duetothe
potentialimpactupon
the
historicenvironm
ent.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetoflood
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
–o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[003]004
risk.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria9
duetobeingsituated
within
anarea
ofmoderate-high
landscapesensitivity.The
sitescores
neutrally
against
criteria
10duetothe
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potentialimpactupon
the
historicenvironm
ent.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria9dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
–o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[003]005
beingsituated
withinan
area
ofmoderate-high
landscape
sensitivity.Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
duetothepotentialimpact
upon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[003]006
and11
thesiteisdistant
fromthekeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetoflood
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[003]007
risk.Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5
and11
thesiteisdistant
fromthekeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetoflood
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
–o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[003]008
risk.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria9
duetobeingsituated
within
anarea
ofmoderate-high
landscapesensitivity.
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Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria13
oo
-+
o+
oo
oo
–o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[003]009
&11,the
siteissituated
upon
designated
open
space.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria9
duetobeingsituated
within
anarea
ofmoderate-high
landscapesensitivity.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetoflood
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
–o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[003]010
risk.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria9
duetobeingsituated
within
anarea
ofmoderate-high
landscapesensitivity.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetoflood
risk.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[003]011
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria9dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
–o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[003]012
beingsituated
withinan
area
ofmoderate-high
landscape
sensitivity.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
SitesLP
[003]006,007,008
and011scoreneutrallyagainstobjective5duetothesitesnotbeing
locatedwithinreasonableproximity
tofacilities
andservices
cancreateclimatechange
issues.LP[003]008
scores
neutrally
againstpolicy5duetobeingwithincloseproximity
totheschool,
butdistancefromotherfacilities.
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Site
LP[003]009
soresnegativelyagainstcriteria13
duetothesitebeingsituated
upon
anarea
ofpublicopen
space.
Preferred
siteLP
[003]003
istheonlysitetoscorenegativelywhenconsideringflood
risk,duetopartofthesitebeingincluded
withinFlood
Zone
3a.Thiswouldneed
tobe
managed
throughtheplanning
process.Severalofthesites,includingthepreferredandalternativeoptions,
arelocatedwithinaconservationarea
butthistoocanbe
carefully
managed
astonotharmits
characterand
appearance.
AlternativesitesLP
[003]004
andLP
[003]005
scorenegativelyagainstcriteria9,duetothepotentialimpactupon
thelandscapeandcharacter
ofthesettlem
ent.
Table16.6Su
staina
bilityApp
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Thesitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[004]002
10duetothesite
adjoiningthe
conservationarea.The
sitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6dueto
surface
waterflooding.
Thesitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[004]003
10duetothesite
adjoiningthe
conservationarea.The
sitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6dueto
surface
waterflooding.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[004]004
criteria
6duetosurface
waterflooding.
Thesitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[004]005
10duetothesite
adjoiningthe
conservationarea.The
sitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6dueto
surface
waterflooding.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[004]006
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criteria
6duetosurface
waterflooding.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-+
o+
+o
+-
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[004]007
criteria
10duetothe
sitebeingsituated
withintheconservation
area.The
sitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetosurface
waterflooding.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[004]008
criteria
6duetosurface
waterflooding.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
Thelack
ofbrow
nfieldsitesinBaw
desw
ellm
eanthatallsitesscorepoorlyagainstS
Aobjectives
1,2and3.
Allsitesscorenegativelyagainstcriteria6duetovaryinglevelsofsurface
waterfloodingon
thesites.SitesLP
[004]003
and004areentirely
coveredwith
area
ofsurface
waterfloodingwhereas
theothersitesareonlyaffected
bysm
allareas
ofsurface
waterflooding.
LP[004]007
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria10
duetothesitebeingsituated
partiallywithintheconservationarea.S
itesLP
[004]002,003
&005scoreneutrally
againstcriteria10
duetothesitesbeingadjacenttothesettlem
entboundary.
Table16.7Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
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Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11;
oo
-o
o+
+o
o+
+o
oo
oo
––
+LP
[031]002
however,the
siteis
distantfromtheexisting
settlem
entboundaryand
thekeyservices
and
facilitieswithinthe
settlem
ent.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-o
o+
+o
+-
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[031]003
criteria
10duetothe
access
tothesitebeing
situated
withina
conservationarea.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-o
o+
+o
++
+o
o-
+o
––
oLP
[031]004
criteria
6duetosurface
waterandfluvialflooding
ontheeasternpartofthe
site.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-o
o+
+o
++
+o
o-
+o
––
oLP
[031]005
criteria
6duetosurface
waterandfluvialflooding
ontheeasternpartofthe
site.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
dueto
oo
-o
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[031]006
proximity
ofthesiteto
theconservationarea.
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Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
dueto
oo
-o
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[031]007
proximity
ofthesiteto
theconservationarea.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
dueto
oo
-o
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[031]008
proximity
ofthesiteto
theconservationarea.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
dueto
oo
-o
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[031]009
proximity
ofthesiteto
theconservationarea.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-o
o+
+o
+–
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[031]010
criteria
10duetothe
access
tothesitebeing
situated
withina
conservationarea.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11;
oo
-o
o+
+o
o+
+o
oo
oo
––
+LP
[031]011
however,the
siteis
distantfromtheexisting
settlem
entboundaryand
thekeyservices
and
facilitieswithinthe
settlem
ent.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:W
hilstthereisalack
ofbrow
nfieldsitesinGarboldisham,site
LP[031]002
and011arelocatedon
partialbrow
nfield
land,asaresultthesesitesscorepositivelyagainstcriteria1.Thesamesitesalso
scoreneutrally
againstcriteria5and11
duetothesites
beingdistantfromtheexistingsettlem
entboundaryandthekeyservices
andfacilitieswithinthesettlem
ent.
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SitesLP
[031]004
and005scorenegativelyagainstcriteria6duetosurface
waterfloodingandfluvialflooding.
LP[031]010
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria003and010duetotheaccess
tothesitebeingsituated
withinaconservationarea.S
ites006,
007,008&009scoreneutrally
againstthiscriteria
duetobeingwithincloseproximity
totheconservationarea.
Table16.8Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
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ldisha
m
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Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[037]001
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.The
site
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria6
duetothesitebeingsubjectto
surface
waterflooding.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]002
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o–
oo
++
–LP
[037]003
distantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetothesite
beingsubjecttosurface
water
flooding.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]004
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[037]005
distantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]006
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situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
-o
-o
oo
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]007
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
oo
oo
+–
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]008
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]010
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]009
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o–
+o
––
oLP
[037]011
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.The
site
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria6
duetothesitebeingsubjectto
surface
waterflooding.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o–
oo
++
–LP
[037]012
distantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetothesite
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beingsubjecttosurface
water
flooding.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o–
oo
–o
+o
o–
oo
++
–LP
[037]013
partiallysubjecttofluvialandsurface
waterflooding.Although
thesite
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria5
and11
thesiteisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.Thesite
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria6
duetothesitebeingsubjectto
surface
waterflooding.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
+LP
[037]014
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]015
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]016
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]017
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]018
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situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]019
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
oo
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]020
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
2and3duetothesitebeing
oo
–+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[037]021
situated
withinazone
3groundwater
source
protectionzone.
Summary:
Themajority
ofthesitesaresituated
upon
greenfieldland
ofgrade2/3quality
and,as
such,m
ostofthe
sitesscorenegativelyagainstcriteria
1. Themajority
ofthesitesarewithincloseproximity
tothesettlem
entboundaryand,therefore,withincloseproximity
tokeyservices
andfacilities.
Whilstnoneofthesitesaresubjecttofluvialflooding,someofthesitesaresubjecttovaryinglevelsofsurface
waterflooding.
Table16.9Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Great
Ellin
gham
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+o
o+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[042]001
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
+o
o+
o+
+o
+o
-o
o+
+o
––
oLP
[042]002
criteria
10duetothe
potentialimpactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.Thesite
scores
negatively
againstcriteria9due
tothesitebeing
situated
withinan
area
ofmoderate-high
landscapesensitivity.
+o
o+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[042]003
+o
o+
o+
+o
++
-o
o+
+o
––
oLP
[042]004
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
+o
o+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o–
oo
––
oLP
[042]005
criteria
6duetoflood
riskon
thesite.
Although
thesite
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
11itisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
+o
o+
o+
+o
o+
+o
oo
oo
––
oLP
[042]006
criteria
6duetoflood
risknearby
thesite.
Although
thesite
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scores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
11itisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
+o
o+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
––
oLP
[042]007
+o
o+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[042]008
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
+o
o+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
oLP
[042]009
criteria
10duetothe
potentialimpactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
+o
o+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
––
oLP
[042]010
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
+o
o+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[042]011
criteria
10duetothe
potentialimpactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
+o
o+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[042]014
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
+o
o+
o+
+o
o+
-o
o–
oo
––
oLP
[042]015
criteria
6duetoflood
riskon
thesite.
Although
thesite
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
11itisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
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Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
9duetothe
sitebeingsituated
withinan
area
ofmoderate-high
landscapesensitivity.
+o
o+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[042]016
+o
o+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
––
oLP
[042]017
+o
o+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
––
oLP
[042]018
+o
o+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[042]019
+o
o+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[042]020
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
Themajority
ofthesiteswithinHarlingaresituated
withingroundwatersource
protectionzonesandso
scorenegativelyagainstcriteria2and
3.Themajority
ofthesiteswithinthesettlem
entarealso
greenfieldsiteswith
theeasternhalfofthevillage
being,predom
inantly,grade
3agriculturalland.
AllsitesinHarlingofferthe
opportunitytoimprovethelocaleconomyandnone
wouldhave
anegativeimpacton
open
spaceprovision.With
theexceptionofsites005,006and015thesitesarewithincloseproximity
totheexistingsettlem
entboundaryandscorepositivelyinrelation
todistance
tokeyservices.
Table16.10Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Harlin
g
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Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-+
o+
+o
o–
+o
o+
+o
++
oLP
[044]001
criteria
10dueto
theimpactupon
the
historic
environm
ent.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
+o
++
oLP
[044]002
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[044]003
criteria
1duetothe
greenfieldnatureof
thesite.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[044]004A
criteria
1duetothe
greenfieldnatureof
thesite.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[044]004B
criteria
1duetothe
greenfieldnatureof
thesite.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[044]005
criteria
1duetothe
greenfieldnatureof
thesite.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
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Allsitesscorefairlysimilarly.S
iteLP
[044]001
sees
anegativeimpactregardingthehistoricenvironm
entfollowingconcerns
raised
byHistoric
England
around
theimpacton
significanceofthelistedbuildings.
Themajority
ofthesitesscores
positivelyagainstthe
SAframew
ork,particularly
criteria
regardingClim
ateChangeandAirP
ollution,Po
pulation
andHum
anHealth
andInclusiveCom
munities.
Table16.11Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Hoc
kerin
g
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Ken
ning
hall
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esSite
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mmary
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Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
oLP
[051]001
thepotentialimpactupon
thehistoricenvironm
ent.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[051]003
thepotentialimpactupon
thehistoricenvironm
ent.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
oLP
[051]004
thepotentialimpactupon
thehistoricenvironm
ent.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[051]005
thepotentialimpactupon
thehistoricenvironm
ent.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria13
and14
oo
-+
o-
–o
o+
–o
+o
oo
––
–LP
[051]006
andneutrally
against
criteria
5and11
duetothe
distance
ofthesitefrom
keyservices
andfacilities.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria9duetothe
potentialimpactupon
the
widerlandscape.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
+o
oo
––
oLP
[051]007
duetothedistance
ofthe
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sitefromkeyservices
and
facilities.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria
9duetothepotential
impactupon
thewider
landscape.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria10
dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
–o
+o
+o
––
-LP
[051]008
thepotentialimpactupon
thehistoricenvironm
ent.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria9duetothe
potentialimpactupon
the
widerlandscape.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria9duetothe
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
–o
++
+o
––
-LP
[051]009
potentialimpactupon
the
widerlandscape.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria9duetothe
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
–o
++
+o
––
-LP
[051]010
potentialimpactupon
the
widerlandscape.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
Therearealack
ofbrow
nfieldsiteswithinthesettlem
entand
thisisreflected
incriteria
1.
Allofthesitesscorenegativelyagainstcriteria2and3duetobeingsituated
withingroundwatersource
protectionzones.
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Severalofthesitesarelocatedinareasofsensitive
landscapeandperform
poorlyinthisregard(SAobjective9).C
onversely,theremaining
siteshave
been
recognised
asthepotentialtohave
anegativeimpacton
climatechange.O
nbalance,thesitesscoresimilarly,apartfrom
siteLP
[051]006,w
hich
hasmorenegativeSAoutcom
esthan
theothersitesduetothedistance
ofthesitefromthesettlem
ent.
Table16.12Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Ken
ning
hall
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA458
16
Litcha
m
SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
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oo
-+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[054]001
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[054]002
criteria
13as
thesite
issituated
upon
designated
open
space.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[054]004
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[054]005A
criteria
10duetothe
sitebeingwithin
closeproximity
totheconservation
area
andGrade
IIlistedLitchamHall.
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[054]005B
criteria
10duetothe
sitebeingwithin
closeproximity
totheconservation
area.
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[054]006
criteria
10duetothe
sitebeingwithin
closeproximity
to
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theconservation
area.
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[054]007
criteria
10duetothe
sitebeingwithin
closeproximity
totheconservation
area.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
Therearealack
ofbrow
nfieldsiteswithinthesettlem
entand
thegreenfieldsitesaresituated
upon
agriculturallandofhigh
quality.A
ssuch,
allofthe
sitesscorenegativelyagainstcriteria1.
Site
LP[054]002
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria13
asthesiteissituated
upon
designated
open
space.
SitesLP
[054[005A,005B,006
and007allscoreneurallyduetothepotentialimpactupon
thehistoricenvironm
ent.LP
[054]005Ainparticular
couldhave
potentialimpactupon
theGrade
IIlistedLitchamHall.
Table16.13Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Litcha
m
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16
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hall
SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
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mmary
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Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[061]001
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
o+
oo
––
–LP
[061]002
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
o+
oo
––
–LP
[061]003
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
13duetobeingdistantfrom
oo
-+
o+
–o
o+
–o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[061]004
publicopen
space.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6duetothe
sitebeingsubjecttosurface
water
flooding.Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
the
siteisdistantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
13duetobeingdistantfrom
oo
-+
o+
–o
o+
–o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[061]006
publicopen
space.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6duetothe
sitebeingsubjecttosurface
water
flooding.Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
the
siteisdistantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
13duetobeingdistantfrom
oo
-+
o+
–o
o+
oo
oo
oo
––
oLP
[061]007
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publicopen
space.Thesitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria6duetobeing
withincloseproximity
toan
area
ofsurface
waterflooding.Although
the
sitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5
and11
thesiteisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
13duetobeingdistantfrom
oo
-+
o+
–o
o+
–o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[061]008
publicopen
space.Although
thesite
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
11thesiteisdistantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
13duetobeingdistantfrom
oo
-+
o+
–o
oo
–o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[061]009
publicopen
space.Although
thesite
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
11thesiteisdistantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetothesitebeingsubject
tosurface
waterflooding.
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
oo
o–
+o
––
–LP
[061]010
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[061]011
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetothesitebeingsubject
tosurface
waterflooding.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
–o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[061]012
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
13duetobeingdistantfrom
oo
-+
o+
–o
o+
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[061]013
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publicopen
space.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6duetothe
sitebeingsubjecttosurface
water
flooding.Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
the
siteisdistantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
–o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[061]014
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
10duetobeingsituated
within
oo
-+
o+
+o
+-
oo
o–
+o
––
oLP
[061]015
theconservationanddevelopm
entof
thesitemay
resultinpotentialharmto
nearby
listedbuildings.The
sitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6duetothe
sitebeingsubjecttosurface
water
flooding.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetothesitebeingsubject
tosurface
waterflooding.
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
oo
o–
+o
––
oLP
[061]016
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
oo
o+
oo
––
–LP
[061]017
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[061]018
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetothelevelsofsurface
oo
-+
o+
–o
o+
-o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[061]019
waterfloodingon
thesite.The
site
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scores
negativelyagainstcriteria13
duetobeingdistantfrompublicopen
space.Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
the
siteisdistantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
–o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[061]020
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetothesitebeingsubject
tosurface
waterflooding.
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
–o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[061]021
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
13duetobeingdistantfrom
oo
-+
o+
–o
o+
–o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[061]022
publicopen
space.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6duetothe
sitebeingsubjecttosurface
water
flooding.Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
the
siteisdistantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
13duetobeingdistantfrom
oo
-+
o+
–o
+o
–o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[061]023
publicopen
space.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6duetothe
sitebeingsubjecttosurface
water
flooding.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
13duetobeingdistantfrom
oo
-+
o+
–o
oo
+o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[061]024
publicopen
space.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6dueto
beingsubjecttosurface
waterflooding
andareasnearthesitebeingsubject
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tofluvialflooding.Although
thesite
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
11thesiteisdistantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
13duetobeingdistantfrom
oo
-+
o+
–o
o+
–o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[061]025
publicopen
space.Although
thesite
scores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
11thesiteisdistantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetolevelsofsurface
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
–o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[061]026
Thesiterepresentsareducedversion
ofLP
[061]019
toavoidtheareasof
oo
-+
o+
–o
o+
-o
oo
oo
––
–LP
[061]027
surface
waterflooding.Thesitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria6duetobeing
incloseproximity
toareassubjectto
surface
waterflooding.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria13
dueto
beingdistantfrompublicopen
space.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesiteis
distantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
Themajority
ofthesiteswithinthesettlem
entaresituated
upon
greenfieldland
ofgrade3agriculturalquality.
Alargenumberofthe
sitesscorenegativelyagainstcriteria6duetoissues
surroundingsurface
waterflooding.Insomecases,whilethere
may
beanegativescoreitdoes
notm
eanthatthewholesiteissubjecttosurface
waterflooding.
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Due
totheservices
andfacilitiesbeingsituated
mainlywithinonearea
ofthevillage
anumberofthe
sitesscoreneutrally
againstcriteria5
and11.
Table16.14Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Mattis
hall
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roug
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Site
scores
negatively
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o–
+o
––
–LP
[065]001
againstcriteria
6duetoflood
risk.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[065]002
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
o+
+o
++
–LP
[065]003
Thesitescores
neutrally
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
oLP
[065]004
againstcriteria
1duetothe
poorerquality
ofthe
agricultural
land.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[065]005
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[065]006
Thesitescores
positively
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
+LP
[065]007
againstcriteria
1duetothe
brow
nfield
natureofthe
site.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[065]008
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[065]009
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Site
scores
negatively
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o–
+o
++
–LP
[065]010
againstcriteria
6duetoflood
risk.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
Themajority
ofthesitesscorenegativelyagainstcriteria1duetothegreenfieldnatureofthesitesandtheagriculturalgrade
oftheland
inthearea.S
itesLP
[065]010
and001scorenegativelyagainstcriteria6inrelationtoflood
risk.
Thereislittle
differencebetweenthesitesinNarboroughbasedon
theSAcriteria
with
themajority
ofthesitesscorepositivelyagainstcriteria
regardingInclusiveCom
munities,P
opulationandHum
anHealth
andEconomicActivity.
Table16.15Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Narbo
roug
h
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Necton
SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
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mmary
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Although
thesitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria5
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
oo
––
–LP
[067]001
and11,the
siteisdistant
fromkeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria1reflecting
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
+o
++
+o
––
oLP
[067]002
thebrow
nfieldnatureof
thesite.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria1reflecting
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
o+
+o
––
–LP
[067]003
thebrow
nfieldnatureof
thesite.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
oo
+–
+o
––
–LP
[067]004
flood
risk.Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria
10toreflectthepotential
impactupon
thenearby
listedChurchofAllSaints.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6dueto
flood
risk.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
+–
+o
––
–LP
[067]005
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6dueto
flood
risk.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
+–
+o
––
–LP
[067]005A
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Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6dueto
flood
risk.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
+–
+o
––
–LP
[067]007
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6dueto
flood
risk.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
+–
+o
––
–LP
[067]008
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria10
too
o-
+o
++
oo
-+
o+
++
o–
–o
LP[067]010
reflecttheimpactof
developm
entonthe
un-designatedheritage
assets.The
sitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria1
reflectingthebrow
nfield
natureofthesite.
Thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria7reflecting
theTP
Oson
site.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
o+
+o
––
–LP
[067]011
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6dueto
flood
risk.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
+–
+o
––
–LP
[067]012
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6dueto
flood
risk.
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
+–
oo
––
–LP
[067]013
Thesiteisareduced
versionofsite5,which
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
+o
––
–LP
[067]014
avoids
flood
riskarea
onthesite.
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Summaryco
mmen
ts:T
helack
ofbrow
nfieldland
inNectonmeans
thatnearlyallsitesdo
notperform
positivelyagainstthe
Land,W
aterand
SoilR
esources
SAobjectives.
Som
esitesrepresenta
flood
risk,eitheragainstfluvialflood
riskorsurface
waterflooding.Thisisrepresentedincriteria
7andincludes
the
followingsites:LP
[067]004,005,005A,007,008,012
and013.
Themajority
ofthesitesscorewellagainstcriteria
regardingPopulationandHum
anhealth,Inclusive
Com
munities
andEconomicActivity.
Table16.16Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Necton
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North
Elmha
m
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
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Thesitescores
neutrally
against
criteria
10duetothepotential
oo
–+
o+
+o
+o
oo
o–
+o
++
–LP
[070]001
impactupon
theadjoining
conservationarea.The
site
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria
6duetothelevelsofflood
risk
onthesite.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesite
oo
–+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[070]002
isdistantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
criteria
10duetothepotential
oo
–+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
++
oLP
[070]003
impactupon
theadjoining
conservationarea.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesite
oo
–+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o–
oo
++
+LP
[070]006
isdistantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6due
tothelevelsofflood
riskon
the
site.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria10
duetothe
oo
–+
o+
+o
+–
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[070]007
potentialim
pactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria10
duetothe
oo
–+
o+
+o
+–
+o
o+
+o
++
oLP
[070]008
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1
potentialim
pactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
criteria
10duetothepotential
oo
–+
o+
+o
+o
+o
o–
+o
++
–LP
[070]009
impactupon
theadjoining
conservationarea.The
site
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria
6duetothelevelsofflood
risk
onthesite.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesite
oo
–+
o+
+o
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
+LP
[070]010
isdistantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesite
oo
–+
o+
-o
o+
+o
oo
oo
++
+LP
[070]011
isdistantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6due
totheproximity
ofthesiteto
areasofflood
risk.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and11
thesite
oo
–+
o+
-o
o+
+o
oo
oo
++
+LP
[070]012
isdistantfromkeyservices
and
facilities.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6due
totheproximity
ofthesiteto
areasofflood
risk.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria10
duetothe
oo
–+
o+
+o
+–
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[070]013
potentialim
pactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
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esSite
Referen
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Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria10
duetothe
oo
–+
o+
+o
+–
+o
o–
+o
++
–LP
[070]014
potentialim
pactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.Thesitescores
negativelyagainstcriteria6due
tothelevelsofflood
riskon
the
site.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
Themajority
ofthesitesaresituated
upon
greenfieldland,w
iththeexceptionof006.Sitestothewestaresituated
predom
inantly
upon
agriculturallandofGrade
2/3with
sitestotheveryeastofthesettlem
entbeing
situated
upon
lowergradeagriculturalland.
With
theexceptionofsites002,006,010,011and012thesitesareallw
ithincloseproximity
toservices
andfacilities.
Table16.17Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
North
Elmha
m
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Old
Buc
kenh
am
SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
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1
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[074]001
11,the
siteisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[074]002
11,the
siteisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.Thesite
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria
2and3duetobeingina
groundwatersource
protection
zone.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
–o
o–
oo
––
–LP
[074]003
11,the
siteisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.Thesite
also
scores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetoflood
riskand
neutrally
againstcriteria10
due
tothepotentialimpactupon
the
historicenvironm
ent.Thesite
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria
2and3duetobeingina
groundwatersource
protection
zone.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria2and3dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
–o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[074]004
beinginagroundwatersource
protectionzone.
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Referen
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Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria2and3dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[074]005
beinginagroundwatersource
protectionzone.
Thesitealso
scores
negatively
againstcriteria6duetoflood
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
–o
o–
+o
++
–LP
[074]006
riskandneutrallyagainstcriteria
10duetothepotentialimpact
upon
thehistoricenvironm
ent.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
–o
o–
oo
++
–LP
[074]007
11,the
siteisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.Thesite
also
scores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetoflood
riskand
neutrally
againstcriteria10
due
tothepotentialimpactupon
the
historicenvironm
ent.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[074]008
11,the
siteisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.Thesite
scores
negativelyagainstcriteria
2and3duetobeingina
groundwatersource
protection
zone.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[074]009
11,the
siteisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
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esSite
Referen
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mmary
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Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[074]010
11,the
siteisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[074]011
11,the
siteisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.
Thesitescores
neutrallyagainst
criteria
10duetothepotential
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
–o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[074]012
impactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
Although
thesitescores
neutrally
againstcriteria5and
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
–o
o–
oo
++
–LP
[074]013
11,the
siteisdistantfromkey
services
andfacilities.Thesite
also
scores
negativelyagainst
criteria
6duetoflood
riskand
neutrally
againstcriteria10
due
tothepotentialimpactupon
the
historicenvironm
ent.
Thesitescores
negatively
againstcriteria2and3dueto
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
o+
+o
––
–LP
[074]014
beinginagroundwatersource
protectionzone.
Thesitescores
neutrallyagainst
criteria
10duetothepotential
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
–o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[074]015
impactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
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esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
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Thesitescores
neutrallyagainst
criteria
10duetothepotential
oo
-+
o+
+o
oo
–o
o–
oo
++
–LP
[074]016
impactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
AllsitesinOldBuckenham
aregreenfieldandso
donotperform
wellagainstSAobjective1.Otherwisemostsitestend
toperform
wellon
balance.Sitestothesouthofthevillage
scorenegativelyagainstcriteria2and3duetobeingsituated
withinagroundwatersource
protection
zone.S
itesLP
[074]003,006,007,013,015
&016scorenegativelyagainstcriteria6duetofluvialandorsurface
waterflooding.
Allsitesscorenegativelyagainstcriteria9duetothelandscapecharacterofthe
area;the
OldBuckenham
Fringe
characterareaisofhigh
sensitivity.The
majority
ofthesitesscorepositivelyagainstcriteriaregardingpopulationandhuman
health&inclusivecommunities.
Table16.18Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Old
Buc
kenh
am
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am
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esSite
Referen
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oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
o+
+o
––
–LP
[085]001
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
o+
+o
––
–LP
[085]002
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
o–
oo
++
–LP
[085]003
criteria
5and11
duetothe
distance
ofthe
sitefromkey
services.The
sitescores
negatively
againstcriteria6
duetothesite
beingsituated
withinan
area
offlood
risk.
Thesitesscores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
+o
oo
o+
+o
––
–LP
[085]004
criteria
10dueto
thepotential
impactof
developm
ent
upon
thenearby
listedbuilding.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
o+
+o
--
–LP
[085]005
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
o+
+o
––
–LP
[085]006
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
o+
+o
++
–LP
[085]007
479Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
1716
1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
+o
o+
–o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[085]008
criteria
5and11
duetothe
distance
ofthe
sitefromkey
services.
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[085]009
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
oo
o+
+o
––
–LP
[085]010
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
+o
o+
+o
––
-LP
[085]011
oo
-+
o+
+o
++
+o
--
-LP
[085]012
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
Allofthesitesscorepoorlyagainstcriteria1duetothelack
ofbrow
nfieldsitesinthesettlem
entand
thearea
beingofgrade3agricultural
land.
Themajority
ofthesiteswithinShipdhamscorenegativelyagainstcriteria2and3duetobeingsituated
withingroundwatersource
protection
zones.
Thereislittle
differencebetweenthemajority
ofthesitesinShipdhaminregardstoaccess
toservices
andfacilitiesas
mostofthe
sitesare
locatedon
theedge
oftheexistingsettlem
entboundary.
Table16.19Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Shipdh
am
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16
Sporle
SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
1716
1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
Whilstthe
sitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
oo
-+
++
+o
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[092]001
5and11
thesiteis
distantfromthemain
settlem
ent.
oo
-+
++
+o
++
+o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[092]002
Whilstthe
sitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
oo
-+
++
+o
oo
+o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[092]003
5and11
thesiteis
distantfromthemain
settlem
ent.
Furthermore,thesiteis
situated
withinzone
3of
agroundwatersource
protectionzone.
Developmentofthe
site
may
have
animpact
oo
-+
++
+o
+o
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[092]004
upon
thenearby
listed
building.
Thesiteissituated
withinzone
3ofa
oo
-+
++
+o
++
+o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[092]005
groundwatersource
protectionzone.
Thesiteissituated
withinzone
3ofa
oo
-+
++
+o
++
+o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[092]006
groundwatersource
protectionzone.
481Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
1716
1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
Thesiteissituated
withinzone
3ofa
oo
-+
++
+o
+o
+o
o+
oo
––
–LP
[092]007
groundwatersource
protectionzone.
Developmentofthe
site
may
have
animpact
upon
thenearby
listed
building.
Whilstthe
sitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
oo
-+
++
+o
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[092]008
5and11
thesiteis
distantfromthemain
settlem
ent.
Whilstthe
sitescores
neutrallyagainstcriteria
oo
-+
++
+o
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[092]009
5and11
thesiteis
distantfromthemain
settlem
ent.
Summaryco
mmen
ts:S
itesinSporle
scoresimilarly
inregardstoSAobjectives,w
ithsiteLP
[092]002
scoringthebestintermsoftheSA
criteria.A
numberofthe
sitesfallwithinZone
3ofagroundwatersource
protectionzone,w
hich
isreflected
incriteria
2&3.
SitesLP
[092]003,004
and007areconsidered
tohave
potentialimpactupon
nearby
listedbuildings,w
hich
isreflected
againstcriteria10.
Anumberofthe
sitesscoreneutrally
againstcriteria5and11;how
ever,m
anyofthesesitesaredistantfromkeyservices
andfacilities.
Table16.20Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Sporle
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16
Swan
tonMorley
SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
1716
1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
oo
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[098]001
criteria
5and11
dueto
thesitebeingdistant
fromkeyservices
and
facilities.
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
oo
o+
+o
++
–LP
[098]002
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
oo
o+
+o
++
–LP
[098]003
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
oo
o+
+o
++
–LP
[098]004
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
oo
+o
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[098]005
criteria
10duethe
potentialimpactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
–o
oo
+o
++
–LP
[098]006
criteria
9duetothesite
beingsituated
withinan
area
ofmoderate-high
landscapesensitivity.
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
criteria
6duetothe
closeproximity
ofthe
sitetoan
area
offlood
risk.
483Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
1716
1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
oo
o+
+o
o+
oo
++
–LP
[098]007
criteria
5and11
dueto
thesitebeingdistant
fromkeyservices
and
facilities.
Thesitescores
neutrally
against
oo
-+
o+
oo
+o
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[098]009
criteria
10duethe
potentialimpactupon
thehistoric
environm
ent.
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[098]010
Thesitescores
negativelyagainst
oo
-+
o+
–o
++
oo
o+
+o
++
–LP
[098]011
criteria
13duetothe
sitebeingsituated
upon
open
space.
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[098]012
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[098]013
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[098]014
oo
-+
o+
oo
++
+o
o+
+o
++
–LP
[098]016
Summaryco
mmen
ts:
Allsitesscorenegativelyagainstobjective1duetobeinglocatedon
greenfieldland
ofgrade3agriculturalquality.
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16
SAObjectiv
esSite
Referen
ceSu
mmary
1918
1716
1514
1312
1110
98
76
54
32
1
Thereislittle
differencebetweenthemajority
ofthesiteswithinSwantonMorleyinregardstodistance
fromservices
asmostofthe
sitesare
locatedon
theedge
oftheexistingsettlem
entboundary.
Table16.21Su
staina
bilityApp
raisalof
Sitesin
Swan
tonMorley
485Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
17 Employment Sites
Attleborough
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
The sitescores
++-oo+-o+++++-+-++-LP[002]002
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated upongreenfieldagriculturalland of grade3/2 quality.The sitescoresnegativelyagainst criteria13 due to thesite beingdistant fromopen space.
The sitescores
++-oo+-oo+++++o-++-LP[002]007
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated upongreenfieldagriculturalland of grade3 quality. Thesite scoresneutrallyagainst criteria5 and 11although thesite is distantfrom keyservices. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria13 due to thesite being
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17
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
distant fromopen space.
The sitescores
++-oo++o+++++++-++-LP[002]017
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated upongreenfieldagriculturalland of grade3 quality.
The sitescores
++-oo+-oo+++++o----LP[002]021
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated upongreenfieldagriculturalland of grade3 quality. Thesite scoresneutrallyagainst criteria5 and 11although thesite is distantfrom keyservices. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria13 due to thesite beingdistant fromopen space.
Although thesite scores
++-oo+-oo+++++o----LP[002]022
positivelyagainst criteria10 the siteadjoins thescheduled
487Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
monument,Bunn's bank.The sitescoresnegativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated upongreenfieldagriculturalland of grade3 quality. Thesite scoresneutrallyagainst criteria5 and 11although thesite is distantfrom keyservices. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria13 due to thesite beingdistant fromopen space.
The sitescores
++-oo++o+++++++-++-LP[002]026
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated upongreenfieldagriculturalland of grade3 quality.
The sitescores
++-oo+-oo-+++oo-++-LP[002]029
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated upongreenfieldagricultural
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17
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
land of grade3 quality. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria10 due to thepotentialimpact uponthe nearbyGrade II listedbuilding. Thesite scoresneutrallyagainst criteria5 and 11although thesite is distantfrom keyservices. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria13 due to thesite beingdistant fromopen space.
The sitescores
++-oo++oo+++++o-++-LP[002]031
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated upongreenfieldagriculturalland of grade3 quality. Thesite scoresneutrallyagainst criteria5 and 11although thesite is distantfrom keyservices.
489Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
The sitescores
++-oo++o+++++++-++-LP[002]033
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated upongreenfieldagriculturalland of grade3 quality.
Although thesite is
++-oo++oo+++++o---oLP[002]035
predominantlysituated upongreenfieldagriculturalland of grade3 quality, dueto the sitebeing partiallybrownfield itscoresneutrallyagainst criteria1. The sitescoresneutrallyagainst criteria5 and 11although thesite is distantfrom keyservices.
Summary comments:
The majority of the sites are situated upon agricultural land of high agricultural grade. The only exception being siteLP[002]035, which is partially situated upon previously developed land. Some of the sites are distant from the mainservices and facilities within the town.
Site LP[002]029 scores negatively against criteria 10 due to the potential impact upon the nearby Grade II listedbuilding.
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17
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
Site LP[002]002 scores negatively against criteria 6 due to partial flooding on the site itself.
Table 17.1 Sustainability Appraisal of Sites in Attleborough
Dereham
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
The sitescores
++-oo++o+o-++++o++-D5
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated ongreenfield landof grade 3quality. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria9 due to thesite beingsituated withinan area ofmoderate-highlandscapesensitivity.
The sitescores
++-oo++o++-++++o---LP[025]031
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated ongreenfield landof grade 2quality. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria2 and 3 due tothe site beingsituated within
491Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
a groundwatersourceprotectionzone. The sitescoresnegativelyagainst criteria9 due to thesite beingsituated withinan area ofmoderate-highlandscapesensitivity.
The sitescores
++-oo++o++-++++o---LP[025]032
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to beingsituated ongreenfield landof grade 2quality. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria2 and 3 due tothe site beingsituated withina groundwatersourceprotectionzone. The sitescoresnegativelyagainst criteria9 due to thesite beingsituated withinan area ofmoderate-highlandscapesensitivity.
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17
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
Summary comments:
The sites are situated upon agricultural land of high agricultural quality.
The sites are all situated within an area of moderate-high landscape sensitivity.
Sites LP[025]031 and LP[025]032 are situated within a groundwater source protection zone and, therefore, scorenegatively against criteria 2 and 3.
The sites generally score well against the assessment criteria, particularly against those around economic activity.
Table 17.2 Sustainability Appraisal of Sites in Dereham
Snetterton
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++-LP[087]001
negativelyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland ofgrade 3agriculturalquality.The sitescoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
493Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++-LP[087]002
negativelyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland ofgrade 3agriculturalquality.The sitescoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++-LP[087]003
negativelyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland ofgrade 3agriculturalquality.The sitescoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distant
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17
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
from keyservicesandfacilities.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++-LP[087]004
negativelyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland ofgrade 3agriculturalquality.The sitescoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++-LP[087]005
negativelyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland ofgrade 3agriculturalquality.The sitescores
495Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
neutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++-LP[087]006
negativelyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland ofgrade 3agriculturalquality.The sitescoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo++++-o+++-LP[087]007
negativelyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland of
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17
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
grade 3agriculturalquality.The sitescoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.The sitescoresnegativelyagainstcriteria 7due tobeingsituatedwithinFlood Zone2.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++oLP[087]008
neutrallyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland. Thesite scoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
497Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++-LP[087]009
negativelyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland ofgrade 3quality.The sitescoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
Althoughthe site is
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++oLP[087]010A
situatedupon grade3agriculturalland thesite is alsopartiallybrownfieldandthereforescoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 1.The sitescoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, but
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17
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
is distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++-LP[087]010B
negativelyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland ofgrade 3quality.The sitescoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o++++LP[087]011
positivelyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituateduponbrownfieldland. Thesite scoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, but
499Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
is distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++oLP[087]012
neutrallyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland. Thesite scoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++oLP[087]013
neutrallyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland. Thesite scoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservices
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17
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
andfacilities.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++oLP[077]003A
neutrallyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland. Thesite scoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
The sitescores
++-oo+ooo+++++o+++oLP[077]003B
neutrallyagainstcriteria 1due tobeingsituatedupongreenfieldland. Thesite scoresneutrallyagainstcriteria 5and 11, butis distantfrom keyservicesandfacilities.
501Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
Summary comments:
Most of the sites score neutrally or negatively against criteria 1 due to most sites being greenfield even though theyare within close proximity to the existing General Employment Area.
The majority of the sites score well against the SA criteria, particularly against the criteria around Economic Activity.
Table 17.3 Sustainability Appraisal of Sites in Snetterton
Swaffham
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
The sitescores
++-oo++o+o-++++o---SW2
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to thesite beingsituated upongreenfield landof grade 3agriculturalquality. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria2 and 3 due tobeing situatedwithin agroundwatersourceprotectionzone. The siteis situatedwithin an areaofmoderate-high
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17
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
landscapesensitivity.
The sitescores
++-oo++o+o-++++o---SW3
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to thesite beingsituated upongreenfield landof grade 3agriculturalquality. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria2 and 3 due tobeing situatedwithin agroundwatersourceprotectionzone. The siteis situatedwithin an areaofmoderate-highlandscapesensitivity.
Summary comments:
The sites are both situated upon agricultural land of a high grade in a groundwater source protection zone and withinan area of moderate-high landscape sensitivity. The sites do, however, score well in terms of the distance of thesites to key services and facilities and the impact this would have on reducing carbon emissions.
Table 17.4 Sustainability Appraisal of Sites in Swaffham
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18 Retail Sites
Dereham
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
The sitescores
+++oo++o+-+++-++--+D6
negativelyagainst criteria2 and 3 due tothe site beingsituated withina groundwatersourceprotectionzone. The sitescoresnegativelyagainst criteria10 due to theGrade 2 listedbuilding onsite.
The sitescores
++-oo++oo+-+--o+++-LP[083]002
negativelyagainst criteria1 due to thesite beingsituated uponhigh gradeagriculturalland. Althoughthe site scoresneutrallyagainst criteria5 and 11 thesite is distantfrom keyservices andfacilities. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria7 due to thesite adjoining
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18
SA ObjectivesSite
Reference Summary19181716151413121110987654321
an SAC. Thesite scoresnegativelyagainst criteria9 due to beingsituated withinan area ofmoderate-highlandscapesensitivity.
Summary comments:
Site D6 is a brownfield site within the centre of the town and scores positively against criteria around reducing climatechange, population and human health, inclusive communities and economic activity.
Site LP[083]002 is a greenfield site situated within an area of moderate-high landscape sensitivity and is within closeproximity to an SAC.
Table 18.1 Sustainability Appraisal of Sites in Dereham
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19 Settlement Boundaries19.1 The Planning Practice Guidance (PPG) states ‘a thriving rural community in a living, working countrysidedepends, in part, on retaining local services and community facilities such as schools, local shops, cultural venues,public houses and places of worship. Rural housing is essential to ensure viable use of these local facilities.’
19.2 It is now proposed that the approach to development in the rural areas, as initially proposed in the PreferredDirections consultation, is split into two separate policies. The policies are set out within HOU 04 and HOU 05,which are assessed within the policies section of the SA. The two policies seek to make a clearer distinctionbetween availability of services / facilities and housing development – with a more permissive approach in areaswith 3 or more of the following services and facilities:
Public Transport – An assessment of the level of public transport access within the village. This has includedlooking at the frequency of services and whether you can reach a higher order settlement for normal workinghours.
Community Facility - This can include a number of different facilities such as a village hall, public house,restaurant or café.
Employment – The assessment has looked at the level of employment available within the village. This hasincluded whether there is a business park and also the size of the businesses within the settlement.
Shop/Post Office
School
19.3 The assessment, with the findings contained in Appendix C, has had regard to the distance of services andfacilities from the designated settlement boundary/village core – and should only be considered to be availablewhere they are within a recognised acceptable walking distance - taken to be 800m.
19.4 This has led to a total of 17 settlements being identified as having 3/4 of the services / facilities listed.
Beeston, Beetley, Carbrooke, Caston, Gressenhall, Griston, Hockham, Lyng, Mundford, North Lopham,Rocklands, Saham Toney, Thompson, Weasenham, Shropham, Quidenham and Yaxham
19.5 As locations with a greater level of services / facilities compared to other rural areas, these areas will seea higher level of development when compared to other rural areas over the plan period. It is also proposed thatthey retain a settlement boundary and the provision of PD05A apply.
19.6 For those areas with 2 or fewer of the services / facilities, it is proposed that the settlement boundaries arenow to be removed on the basis that they don’t have the necessary level of service provision. However developmentwill be carefully managed in line with PD05B, in a manner which is more restrictive than for those named settlementswith boundaries.
19.7 The following settlements are proposed to have their boundary deleted in line with the services audit andthe provisions of PD05 B:
Besthorpe, Bintree, Bradenham, Brisley, Cockley Cley, Colkirk, Croxton, East Tuddenham, Foulden, Foxley,Garvestone, Gooderstone, Great Dunham, Guist, Ickburgh, Little Cressingham, Longham, Mileham, NewBuckenham, North Pickenham, Scarning, Snetterton North End, Sparham, Stanfield, Stow Bedon, Tittleshall,Whissonsett
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19
19.8 The subsequent SA considers the changes to the settlement boundaries.
Compatibility with SA objectives
Conforms+
No relationship or significant impactO
Conflicts-
Effect of sustainability uncertain at this stage.?
19.9 The following text considers the specific implications of the application of revised PD05A/B to thosesettlements identified for either the retention (and potential revisions) of their settlement boundary and thoseproposed for deletion.
Beeston
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
++OO?+OOO++++++OOO+PO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
++O+O+OOOO-OO+OOOOOAO:AmendSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Beeston contains a number of services and facilities including a primary school andpublic house. There are also employment sites to the south of the village at both Paynes business park and alongHerne Lane. The settlement boundary was last reviewed in 2012 when a number of amendments were madeto it. This included an extension of the settlement boundary to the rear of Beeston village stores. The boundaryremains logical and in line with the criteria of HOU 04. The alternative option is to amend the settlement boundary.
Table 19.1 Beeston Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Beetley
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
++OO?+OOO++++++OOO+PO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
++O+O+OOOO-OO+OOOOOAO:AmendSettlementBoundary
507Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Additional Comments: Beetley contains a number of services and facilities including a primary school, publichouse, employment opportunities and public transport. The village does not have a shop or post office whichwould be required for the designation of a Local Service centre. The preferred option is to retain the existingsettlement boundary without amendment. The boundary remains logical and in line with the criteria of HOU 04.The alternative option is to amend the settlement boundary.
Table 19.2 Beetley Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Besthorpe
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
++OO?OOOO+++++OOOO+PO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
++OO?-OO-+++++OOOO+AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Besthorpe village settlement boundary directly adjoins the village of Morley St Peter,which falls within South Norfolk Council's area. Within the village there are two employment areas, BesthorpeTrading Estate and Rookery Business Park. Neither of these are designated as a GEA however, they do provideemployment opportunities and this is reflected in the above assessment. Shops comprise of Besthorpe PlantCentre and Farmshop, which is distant from the settlement boundary and so does not satisfy criteria for aconvenience store within a short walking distance within the village. There are no community facilities. Thepreferred option is to delete the settlement boundary. The removal of the boundary would mean that any planningapplications would be determined against the criteria based policy. This would allow to guide development tomore sustainable locations. The alternative approach would be to retain the existing settlement boundaries; thisapproach is not preferred. This alternative scores similarly to the preferred option but poorly when consideringcommunity services and facilities.
Table 19.3 Besthorpe Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Bintree
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOO+OOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
OOO-?OOO-OOOO+OOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA508
19
Additional Comments: Bintree is located to the north-east of Breckland, with access from the A1067 Norwichto Fakenham Road. The village contains limited services and facilities, including the Royal Oak public houseand Algys Farm Shop, but it does not have the required number of services to justify a settlement boundary.There are a number of areas of protected open space within the village. There is no identified employment inthe parish, however, there is a frequent bus service X29 Norwich to Fakenham. The preferred approach is todelete the settlement boundary. The removal of the boundary would mean that any planning applications wouldbe determined against the criteria based policy. This would allow to guide development to more sustainablelocations. The alternative approach would be to retain the existing settlement boundaries; this approach is notpreferred. This alternative scores similarly to the preferred option but poorly when considering community servicesand facilities.
Table 19.4 Bintree Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Bradenham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
++OO?++OO++++-OOOO+PO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
++OO?-+OO++++-OOOO+AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Bradenham village contains three individual settlement boundaries that are focusedaround groupings of dwellings. The village contains a public house, the Lord Nelson but limited other communityfacilities to support the retention of a settlement boundary in accordance with the rural areas policy. In additionto this, George Tufts building supplies is centrally located within the village. The northern part of the village issusceptible to flood risk and this could represent a negative sustainability impact if not managed correctly. Thepreferred approach is to delete the settlement boundaries. The alternative option is to retain the existing settlementboundaries. This alternative approach is not considered as favourably as it is not in accordance with the criteriaset out in HOU 04 Rural Areas.
Table 19.5 Bradenham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Brisley
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
-O--?--O-OOOOO-OOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
509Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Additional Comments: Brisley is located to the north of Breckland. The settlement boundary was last reviewedin 2012 and one of the settlement boundaries (around St Bartholemew's Church) was removed. The villagecontains a primary school and a public house (The Brisley Bell). The primary school is located within the settlementboundary, whilst the public house is located on the green, which is located approximately 1km from the southernpart of the settlement boundary. The existing settlement boundary is tightly drawn around properties on SchoolRoad. The alternative approach is to retain this existing settlement boundary. Within the settlement boundarythere are no opportunities for further development, without harm to the form and character of the village andthis is recognised in the assessment above. Whilst the settlement does contain some services and facilities thepreferred option is to remove the settlement boundary. This would mean that any applications would be determinedhaving regard to the criteria based approach set out within HOU 05 and other policies within the emerging Plan,allowing for greater opportunity to guide development to more sustainable locations.
Table 19.6 Brisley Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Carbrooke
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
+++O?++O+++OO-OOOO+PO:AmendSettlementBoundary
+++O?++O+++OO-OOOO+AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments:Carbrooke parish contains two settlement boundaries within themain village of Carbrooke.Within Carbrooke village there is a primary school which is centrally located, however there are no other servicesand facilities. Carbrooke village is located approximately 1.5km from the edge of theWatton settlement boundary,where there are several other services and facilities. The settlement boundary remains relatively logical andfollows natural features on the ground. The preferred approach is to retain the existing settlement boundary withamendments along Mill Lane to include properties known as “Toad Hall” and “The Bungalow”, reflecting planningapprovals. The preferred approach has positive and neutral predicted impacts, with one negative outcomerelating to flood risk. Development within the settlement boundary would have to carefully consider this risk toavoid negative impacts. The alternative option is to retain the existing settlement boundary without amendments.The small difference between the preferred and alternative boundary sees no significant difference in sustainabilityimpacts. However, the alternative approach is not considered as favourably as it is not in accordance with thecriteria set out in HOU 04.
Table 19.7 Carbrooke Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Caston
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
O+OO?+OOO++OO-OOOO+PO:AmendSettlementBoundary
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA510
19
O+OO?+OOO++OO-OOOO+AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments:Caston village has two settlement boundaries which are located around The Street andThe Green. The village has some service provision with a school, community facility and public house. Thevillage lacks a shop or post office or employment opportunities. The village is designated as a conservation areaand contains several heritage assets. A settlement boundary allows for the continued protection of these assetsand their settings. The assessment above has one negative outcome relating to flood risk. Development withinthe settlement boundary would have to carefully consider this risk to avoid negative impacts. Due to the levelof service provision within Caston, it is recommended that a settlement boundary should be retained within thevillage. However due to recent planning approvals, it is recommended that the boundary should be extendedto the north east, west, and south east. The alternative option is to retain the existing settlement boundary withoutamendment. The small difference between the preferred and alternative boundary sees no significant differencein sustainability impacts. However the preferred approach will see a more logical settlement boundary reflectiveof existing development on the ground.
Table 19.8 Caston Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Cockley Cley
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
OOOO?-OO-OO----OOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Cockley Cley has limited services and facilities within the village, with only a publichouse. It is however within a reasonable distance to Swaffham. The village lies completely within the 1,500mSPA buffer zone of land that is supporting or capable of supporting Stone Curlew. Further residential developmentis not supported unless it is screened by existing development from the SPA. Land to the north of the village isalso designated as a Special Protection Area for the preservation of Woodlark and Nightjar. To the south of thevillage is an area of flood risk. The existing settlement boundary is tightly drawn and there are limited opportunitiesfor further development inside the boundary, which would not impact upon the form and character of the village.Due to the environmental constraints within the village and the limited opportunities for further growth within theexisting settlement boundary, the preferred option is for the boundary to be deleted. This would allow fordevelopment to be guided towards more sustainable locations. The alternative option is to retain the existingsettlement boundary without amendments. This option, for the reasons outlined above, is not a reasonablealternative.
Table 19.9 Cockley Cley Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
511Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
Colkirk
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
OOOO?-OOOOOOOOOOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Colkirk village is reasonably close to the market town of Fakenham. The existingsettlement boundary in Colkirk is logical and follows defensible boundaries. The village however only containslimited services and facilities in the form of the primary school and the public house. The preferred approach istherefore to delete the settlement boundary. This will allow for development to be guided to more sustainablelocations. The alternative option is to retain the existing settlement boundary without amendment. However,this approach is considered to be less sustainable as the village does not contain sufficient services and facilitiesto support growth and contribute to a sustainable community.
Table 19.10 Colkirk Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Croxton
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOO+OOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
O-OO?-OOOOOOO+OOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Croxton village lies approximately 3 miles to the north of Thetford. The village has ashop and a village hall, however it is lacking in other services and facilities to support further development. Thepreferred approach to the Croxton settlement boundary is to delete the existing boundary. The alternative optionwould be to retain the settlement boundary. This approach does not score as positively against the sustainabilityappraisal objectives as the deletion of the settlement boundary, as the current level of services and facilities arenot considered sufficient to support a sustainable growth in this village.
Table 19.11 Croxton Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
East Tuddenham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA512
19
OOOO?O+OOOOOOO+OOOOPO:Removesettlementboundary
OOOO?-+OOOOOO+OOOOOAO:Retainexistingsettlementboundary
Additional Comments: East Tuddenham village has good public transport access, being located close to theA47, and there is also a village hall incorporating a social club. There are no other services or facilities withinthe village. The alternative option is to retain the settlement boundary without amendment. This is not thepreferred approach due to the limited services and facilities within the village. Without the boundary it is consideredthat any proposed development that would come forward would in the main be neutral in impact through theapplication of HOU 05 and other policies within the Plan.
Table 19.12 East Tuddenham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Foulden
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
O--O?-+OOOOOO-OOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Foulden village is entirely contained within 1,500m buffer zone of the SPA for land thatis supporting or capable of supporting Stone Curlew. The village contains limited services and facilities, howeverthis does include a public house. Foulden is not particularly close to a larger settlement or town centre, so isnot able to support town centres and employment opportunities. The preferred option is to delete the settlementboundary; this would help to direct development to more sustainable locations. The alternative would be retainthe boundary, but this gives rise to several negative sustainability impacts and is not in conformity with HOU05.
Table 19.13 Foulden Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Foxley
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
513Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
OOO+?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
OOOO?-OO-OOOO+OOOO-AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Foxley village is located on either side of the A1067, the main Fakenham to NorwichRoad and has two settlement boundaries. Due to the village's location it has a good public transport network,however it is lacking in other services and facilities. The village is located to the north of Bawdeswell, which isproposed as a Local Service Centre. The existing settlement boundaries are tightly drawn around the settlementand there are no further opportunities for development within the existing settlement limit. Further to this, thereare limited services available within the village that would support development. The preferred approach is toremove the settlement boundary. This will mean that any application would need to be determined in accordancewith the criteria based approach set out in HOU 05. The alternative option would be to retain the existingsettlement boundary with amendments. The existing boundary does not follow logical features on the ground,and any amendments would draw the boundary to follow natural features. Due to the lack of facilities availablewithin the village, it would not be supported to expand the settlement boundary. This alternative is therefore notconsidered reasonable.
Table 19.14 Foxley Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Garvestone
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
OOOO?-OO-OOOOOOOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Garvestone contains three individual settlement boundaries located along DerehamRoad and Town Lane. The village contains a primary school and an active village hall but no other services orfacilities. This is not considered an acceptable level of service provision to retain the existing settlement boundary,and so the preferred option is to delete this boundary. The preferred option performs well against the sustainabilityobjectives. The alternative option is to retain the existing settlement boundary. The small difference betweenthe preferred and alternative boundary sees no significant difference in sustainability impacts. However, thealternative approach is not considered as favourably as it is not in accordance with the criteria set out in HOU05.
Table 19.15 Garvestone Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA514
19
Gooderstone
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
OO-O?-OOOOOO--OOOOOAO: RetainSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Gooderstone village contains a primary school and The Swan Public House; these areconsidered key local services but there are no other services and facilities. The village lies entirely within the1,500m buffer zone from the SPA for land supporting or capable of supporting Stone Curlews. The assessmentabove recognises the potential negative impact of the large areas of flood risk located to the north of the villagefollowing the path of the River Gadder; development within the settlement has the potential for negative effectif not well managed. For these reasons the preferred option is to delete the settlement boundary. The alternativeoption is to retain the existing settlement boundary. This alternative approach is not considered as favourablyin the SA assessment and it is not in accordance with the criteria set out in HOu )%.
Table 19.16 Gooderstone Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Great Dunham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
OOOO?-OOOOOOOOOOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments:Great Dunham village contains a primary school and a village hall, but there are limitedother services and facilities, which is not sufficient to support growth in the village. The preferred option is todelete the settlement boundary. Without the boundary it is considered that any proposed development that wouldcome forward would in the main be neutral in impact through the application of HOU 05 Rural Areas and otherpolicies within the emerging Plan. The alternative option is to retain the settlement boundary.
Table 19.17 Great Dunham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Gressenhall
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
515Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
+O+O?++O+++++-+OOO+PO:AmendSettlementBoundary
+O+O?++O+++++-+OOO+AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Gressenhall is one of the larger villages in Breckland. The village has a good range ofservices and facilities, including a public house, shop and post office and employment opportunities. The villagedoes not however contain a primary school, which is located in the nearby village of Beetley. Due to the levelof services and facilities within the village, it is considered appropriate to retain a settlement boundary. Thepreferred approach is to amend the existing boundary to ensure it reflects the existing development pattern, asfollows:
Extend the settlement boundary around "2 Chequers Drift" and properties "85-91 Bittering Street" to createa logical defensible settlement boundary. At present it runs through "2 Chequers Drift" and does not followany natural boundary features.Extend the settlement boundary to create a logical boundary around "Stable Conversion" and "PorchCottage" on Bittering Street.Extend the settlement boundary around "Woodstock Rectory". The settlement boundary currently dividesthe property; redrawing it would ensure it follows features on the ground.Amend the settlement boundary to remove The Swan Inn Public House. The existing settlement boundarydoes not follow existing features on the ground. Removal of the public house will help to ensure thatdevelopment does not occur in close proximity to it, which may undermine its value as a community asset.
The preferred option is considered to offer a sustainable approach, with potential positive and neutral impactsassessed. The assessment above recognises the potential negative impact of the area of flood risk locatedwithin the south of the village; development within the settlement has the potential for negative effect if notmanaged well. The alternative approach is to retain the existing settlement boundary. The small differencebetween the preferred and alternative boundary sees no significant difference in sustainability impacts. However,the alternative approach is not considered as favourably as it does not create a logical settlement boundary.
Table 19.18 Gressenhall Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Griston
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
+O+O?OOOO+++++OOOO+PO:AmendSettlementBoundary
+O+O?OOOO+++++OOOO+AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA516
19
Additional Comments: Griston village contains a public house (“The Waggon and Horses”) and employmentopportunities. It is fairly close to the larger settlement of Watton. The village is also home to HMP Wayland; thisis outside of the settlement boundary. Due to the level of services and facilities within the village it is proposedto retain the settlement boundary with minor amendments. The proposed two amendments are extensions inthe south west and north east to create a logical boundary that follows features on the ground. The preferredsettlement boundary has envisaged positive and neutral sustainability impacts. The alternative option is to retainthe existing settlement boundary without modification. The small difference between the preferred and alternativeboundary sees no significant difference in sustainability impacts. However, the alternative approach is notconsidered as favourably as it does not create a logical settlement boundary.
Table 19.19 Griston Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Guist
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
----?O+OO-----OOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundaries.
Additional Comments: Guist has a distinctive vernacular with many of the properties within the ownership ofthe Sennowe Estate. The centre of the village is covered by a conservation area. The village contains GuistGeneral Store, which includes a shop, post office and cafe. There are no other services and facilities within thevillage and it is fairly isolated from any larger settlements. The River Wensum runs to the south of Guist whichis a designated Special Area of Conservation but also represents an area of flood risk. Guist has four definedsettlements of varying sizes. The settlement boundaries are relatively tightly drawn around existing dwellings,with no space for additional dwellings without harm to the form and character of the area. Furthermore thereare limited services and facilities within the village to support development. The preferred approach is to deletethe boundaries from the settlements. The removal of the boundaries would mean that any planning applicationswould be determined against the criteria based policy. This would allow to guide development to more sustainablelocations. The alternative approach would be to retain the existing settlement boundaries. For the reasons setout above, this approach is not preferred. This alternative scores poorly against several sustainability objectives,namely those connected with the presentation and enhancement of character and appearance, naturalenvironment constraints and the isolation from employment and educational opportunities.
Table 19.20 Guist Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Hockham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
++OO?+OOO++++++OOO+PO:AmendSettlementBoundary
517Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
++O+O+OOOO-OO+OOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments:Hockham contains a number of services and facilities including a primary school, publichouse and public transport. Whilst the boundary remains relatively logical However, any development associatedwith an alternative boundary would be assessed using HOU 04 and other policies within the emerging Plan, andit is considered reasonable therefore that any affects would in the main be neutral in impact. Overall the preferredoption is considered the most sustainable.
Table 19.21 Hockham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Ickburgh
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
O-O-?-OOOO-----OOO-AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Ickburgh village has a lack of services and facilities although it is quite close to thelarger settlement of Mundford with access via the A1065. Directly to the north of the settlement boundary isNaturediet Pet Foods factory. There are a number of environmental designations that impact upon Ickburgh,the most significant of which is the Breckland SPA located both to the north and south of the village. Thesettlement boundary entirely falls within the 1,500m Stone Curlew buffer zone. Further residential developmentwould not be supported in this area unless it is screened from the SPA by other development. To the south ofthe village there are large areas of flood risk associated with the River Wissey. The preferred approach is todelete the settlement boundary. The settlement boundary is tightly drawn around the existing development withlittle space for further development without harm to the form and character of the area and to comply with therequirements of the SPA buffer zone. There is a lack of services and facilities within the village. Deleting theboundary would allow to guide development to more sustainable locations, as reflected in the assessment above.The alternative approach is to retain the existing boundary without modification. This approach is not preferreddue to the environmental constraints and lack of services and facilities.
Table 19.22 Ickburgh Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Little Cressingham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA518
19
O-O-?--O-O---O-OOO-AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Little Cressingham is a small village located directly west of the larger settlement ofWatton. The village is located to the north of the Breckland SPA and is entirely located within the 1,500m bufferzone for land supporting or capable of supporting Stone Curlews. There is a lack of services and and facilitieswithin the village. Little Cressingham's settlement boundary is one of the smallest in Breckland. It is tightly drawnaround existing development and does not allow any opportunity for expansion. This combined with the lack ofservices and facilities and the 1,500m buffer zone, mean that new development inside the settlement boundaryis highly unlikely. It is therefore proposed to delete the settlement boundary. The alternative approach is to retainthe existing boundary without modification. This is not seen as reasonable for the reasons outlined above andis reflected in the outcomes of the assessment. The removal of the settlement boundary would mean that planningapplications would be determined against a criteria based policy set out within HOU 05. Deleting the boundarywould allow for development to be guided to more sustainable locations.
Table 19.23 Little Cressingham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Longham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
O-OO?-OOOOOOOOOOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Longham village's existing settlement boundary follows a logical pattern, with theboundary following natural features on the ground. However, with only a village hall and The White Horse publichouse, it is not considered that the facilities and services are adequate to meet the needs of the current populationalong with any further population associated with some potential development. Therefore the preferred approachis to delete the boundary. Without the boundary it is considered that any proposed development that would comeforward would in the main be neutral in impact through the application of HOU 05 and other policies within thePlan. The alternative option is to retain the settlement boundary; this is not considered to support a sustainablecommunity.
Table 19.24 Longham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Lyng
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
519Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
O++O?++OOOOOO-+OOO+PO:AmendSettlementBoundary
O++O?++OOOOOO-+OOO+AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Lyng is one of the larger villages within Breckland. The village has a school, shop andcommunity facility, however it is lacking in employment and public transport. Due to the good level of serviceprovision within Lyng it is considered to support a sustainable community and it is proposed to retain a settlementboundary with amendments. The amendments are in the south east and south west, and will ensure that thedevelopment incorporates recent planning approvals and ensure the boundary follows natural features. Somesmall areas of the village are susceptible to flood risk and so this represents a negative sustainable impact. Thisflood risk is associated with the River Wensum, which is also designated as a SAC. Parts of the village are withina conservation area; development would have to pay special attention to preserving or enhancing the characterand appearance of the area. The alternative option is to retain the existing settlement boundary withoutamendment. The small difference between the preferred and alternative boundary sees no significant differencein sustainability impacts. However, the alternative approach is not considered as it does not create a logicalsettlement boundary
Table 19.25 Lyng Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Mileham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
OOOO?-OOO-OOO-OOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: The village is located along the B1145 and contains two settlement boundaries. Thesettlement boundaries are separated by Mileham Castle Scheduled Monument, which is also designated openspace. The presence of the ScheduledMonument means that development must not harm its heritage significance,likewise for the impact on the conservation area that covers much of the village. Mileham contains limited servicesand facilities in the form of a post office and village hall. An area of flood risk lies to the west of the village sothis has to be given consideration should future development occur within the boundary. For these reasons,retention of the settlement boundary is not seen as the most sustainable option and the preferred option is todelete the boundary.
Table 19.26 Mileham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Mundford
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA520
19
++OO?+OOO++++o+OOO+PO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
++O+O+OOOO-O--OOOOOAO:AmendSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Mundford contains a primary school, public house, community facility and publictransport. The village was previously designated as a Local Service Centre through the Core Strategy andDevelopment Control Policies DPD. The villages contains a number of environmental constraints with the SPAlocated directly to the south and areas of flood risk to the north of the village. The alternative option to amendthe boundary scores poorly due to the environmental constraints surrounding the village.
Table 19.27 Mundford Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
New Buckenham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
OOOO?-OOO-OOOOOOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: New Buckenham village contains two public houses and shops, but no other servicesor facilities. Buckenham Castle Scheduled Monument is located to the west of the village, and the whole villageis located inside a conservation area. The presence of these heritage assets means that development must notharm their heritage significance. There are areas of flood risk to the south of the village; this has to be givenconsideration should future development occur within the boundary. For these reasons, retention of the settlementboundary has some negative SA scores and the preferred option is the delete the boundary. This could seedevelopment being guided to more sustainable locations.
Table 19.28 New Buckenham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
North Lopham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
O++O?++OOOO++++OOO+PO:AmendSettlementBoundary
521Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
O++O?++OOOO++++OOO+AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: North Lopham village has a primary school, village hall and post office and shares anumber of services and facilities with South Lopham which does not have a settlement boundary. Due to thelevel of services and facilities within North Lopham, able to support a sustainable community, it is consideredappropriate that it retains a settlement boundary. In accordance with the criteria set out within PD05 Rural Areasit is proposed to make seven amendments to the boundary, to ensure that it reflects natural features on theground and has regard to planning approvals:
Move the settlement boundary to the rear boundary of properties on Kenninghall Road to create a logicalsettlement boundary.Extend the settlement boundary in the north east to include a recent planning approval.Extend the settlement boundary around "Meadow Farm". The settlement boundary currently runs throughthe property; the amendment will move the boundary to include all of the property and be more logical.Extend the settlement boundary to include "Elmfield House" and "Eden House", which are currently locatedoutside of the boundary. Including them would mean that it follows existing features on the ground.Extend the settlement boundary to include "Church Farm Stables"; this would ensure it follows existingfeatures.Amend the settlement boundary to include a recent planning approvalExtend the settlement boundary around "Mayflower Cottage". The boundary currently runs through theproperty; the amendment will move the boundary to include all of the property and be more logical.
Much of the village is designated as a conservation area and this would require special attention to ensure itscharacter and appearance are preserved or enhanced. There are no other environmental sensitivities, and thisis reflected in the assessment. The alternative option is to retain the existing settlement boundary withoutamendments. The small difference between the preferred and alternative boundary sees no significant differencein sustainability impacts. However, the alternative approach is not considered as favourably as would not createa logical settlement boundary.
Table 19.29 North Lopham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
North Pickenham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
O+OO?-OOOOOOO-OOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA522
19
Additional Comments: North Pickenham is located reasonably close to Swaffham. The existing settlementboundary is logical and follows natural features. However, it includes a primary school and village hall but noother services or facilities. A small part of the settlement is within an area of flood risk and this represents anegative sustainability impact. It is proposed that the village should not retain a settlement boundary. Withoutthe boundary it is considered that any proposed development that would come forward would in the main beneutral in impact through the application of HOU 05 and other policies within the Plan. The alternative optionwould be to retain the settlement boundaries. However, this is not considered to support a sustainable community.
Table 19.30 North Pickenham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Rocklands
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
O++O?++OOO+++++OOO+PO:AmendSettlementBoundary
O++O?++OOO+-+++OOO+AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Rocklands parish includes the villages Rockland All Saints and Rockland St Peter;there is a settlement boundary within each. Together they contain a good range of services and facilities, includingprimary school, public house and shop. Due to the level of services and facilities within Rocklands, it is consideredappropriate that the villages should each retain a settlement boundary. The villages have no environmentalsensitivities and this is reflected positively in the assessment. The settlement boundaries have been reviewedin line with HOU 04 and the preferred approach is to amend the Rockland All Saints boundary in two locations.This involves re-drawing the settlement boundary to remove the village hall and its associated open space. Asthe site is designated open space, removing it from the settlement boundary will help to increase the protectionon the site from development. The further proposed amendment is to extend the settlement boundary at thesouthernmost end to accommodate land recently granted planning permission for a single dwelling. The alternativeoption is to retain the existing settlement boundaries without modification. The small difference between thepreferred and alternative boundary sees no significant difference in sustainability impacts.
Table 19.31 Rocklands Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Quidenham (Eccles Road)
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
+O+O?++OOO+++OOOOO+PO:AmendSettlementBoundary
523Breckland Local Plan Pre Submission SA
+O+O?++OOO+-+OOOOO+AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments:Quidenhamparish includes the hamlets of Eccles Road, Hargham,Wilby andQuidenham.Eccles Road is the only area within the parish with a settlement boundary. Eccles Road's village primary schoolclosed in 2014: however the village does contain a public house and village hall, and is also well related to theSnetterton Heath employment area. Eccles Road is a relatively small village, however it has a reasonable rangeof services and facilities that can support a sustainable community. It is considered appropriate that the villageshould retain a settlement boundary. Since the settlement boundary was last reviewed in 1999 a number ofapplications have come forward outside of the settlement boundary and it is proposed to amend the boundaryto include them as per PD05 Rural Areas . This involves an extension in the north to include two properties andan extension in the south to take in the properties on Wilby Road along with a further 24 dwellings for whichplanning permission was granted in 2015. It is also proposed to re-draw the settlement boundary to excludeGarnier Hall and its associated open space, which would reduce pressure from redevelopment. This is seen asa positive approach in protecting open space. The preferred option has been assessed to have positive andneutral sustainability impacts. The alternative option is to retain the existing settlement boundary withoutmodification. Whilst the preferred amendment represents a relatively large physical change, the sustainabilityimpacts between the preferred and alternative boundary is marginal. However, the alternative approach is notconsidered as favourably as it does not represent a logical settlement boundary
Table 19.32 Quidenham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Saham Toney
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++OO?+OOO+++++oOOO+PO:AmendSettlementBoundary
++O+?+OOOOoOO+OOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Saham Toney contains a primary school, public transport and community facilities inthe form of a village hall and public house. The village is closely related to Watton which provides employmentopportunities. The village was previously designated as a local service centre through the Core Strategy andDevelopment Control Policies DPD. The preferred option is to amend the settlement boundary to take includeexisting development around Cley Lane. The preferred option scores well against the sustainability appraisalcriteria. The alternative option would be to extend the settlement boundary further which does not score aspositively against the criteria.
Table 19.33 Saham Toney Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Scarning
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OOO+?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
O---?-+OOO-O++-OOO-AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Scarning has two settlement boundaries within the village. Whilst there are a numberof services and facilities within the wider Scarning parish, these are not particularly well related to the villagesettlement boundaries, e.g. Scarning has a primary school but this is over 2km from the village settlementboundaries. Due to the distance of Scarning village from services and facilities, along with that there is no landwithin the settlement boundary that could be developed without harm to the form and character of the village,it is considered that further development here would not represent a sustainable approach and the preferredoption is to delete the settlement boundary. The removal of the settlement boundary would mean that planningapplications would be determined against a criteria based policy set out within PD05 Rural Areas. Deleting theboundary would allow for development to be guided to more sustainable locations. The alternative option wouldbe to retain the existing settlement boundary without modification. Due to the reasons outlined above, and thepotential negative sustainability impacts, this is not a reasonable alternative.
Table 19.34 Scarning Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Shropham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
O+OO?-OOOOOOOOOOOOOAO:AmendSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Shropham village contains a number of services including employment. However, itdoes not contain the level of services and facilities considered necessary to justify a settlement boundary. Thepreferred approach is to delete the existing settlement boundary and the alternative is to retain it. The two optionsscore similarly but the alternative is not in line with the criteria of HOU 04.
Table 19.35 Shropham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Snetterton (North End)
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
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OOOO?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
+O--?--O-O-+++-OOO-AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: North End is a hamlet within the parish of Snetterton. Snetterton contains two generalemployment areas located on either side of the A11, these are located over 1km from the village. The village islacking other services and facilities, which sees it perform poorly against the relevant sustainability objectivesin the assessment above. Furthermore, Snetterton North End is one of the smallest settlement boundaries withinBreckland. Due to the limited services and facilities available within Snetterton North End, the size of thesettlement boundary and the lack of further opportunities to develop within it without harm to the form andcharacter of the area, the preferred option is to delete the settlement boundary. Any planning application wouldtherefore need to be determined against the criteria based approach set out within the preferred directions PD05Rural Areas. The alternative approach would be to retain the existing settlement boundary. This approach isnot preferred due to the lack of services and facilities to support sustainable development. The preferred optionallows to guide development towards more sustainable locations.
Table 19.36 Snetterton North End Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Sparham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
----?-+O-O-+++-OOO-AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Sparham lacks essential services and facilities, which sees it perform poorly againstthe relevant sustainability objectives in the assessment above. The existing settlement boundary is tightly drawnaround the dwellings within Sparham, and there are no further opportunities for infilling without harm to the formand character of the area. For these reasons, the preferred option is to remove the settlement boundary. Anyplanning application would therefore need to be determined against the criteria based approach set out withinthe preferred directions PD05 Rural Areas. The alternative approach would be to retain the existing settlementboundary. This approach is not preferred due to the lack of services and facilities to support sustainabledevelopment. The preferred option allows to guide development towards more sustainable locations.
Table 19.37 Sparham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
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Stanfield
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
----?-+O-O-+++-OOO-AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Stanfield is a small village that lacks any services and facilities that would normally beconsidered for the retention of a settlement boundary. This sees it perform poorly against the relevant sustainabilityobjectives in the assessment above. The existing settlement boundary is tightly drawn around dwellings withinStanfield and there is no space for further expansion inside the existing boundary. For these reasons the preferredapproach is therefore to delete the settlement boundary. Any planning application would therefore need to bedetermined against the criteria based approach set out within HOU 05. The alternative option is to retain theexisting settlement boundary without amendment. This approach is not preferred due to the lack of services andfacilities to support sustainable development. The preferred option allows to guide development towards moresustainable locations.
Table 19.38 Stanfield Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Stow Bedon
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
----?-+O-O-+-+-OOO-AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments:Within the Stow Bedon settlement boundary there is a lack of services and facilities,which sees it perform poorly against the relevant sustainability objectives in the assessment above. The settlementboundary is closely drawn around the properties on Mere Road and is predominantly to the north of the road.To the south is the Stow Bedon Mere County Wildlife Site. There is no opportunity to provide further developmentwithin the settlement without compromising the character of the village or the integrity of the wildlife site. Thepreferred option is to delete the settlement boundary due to the lack of services and facilities to supportdevelopment. Any planning application would therefore need to be determined using the criteria based approachset out within HOU 05. The alternative option is to retain the existing settlement boundary without amendment.This approach is not preferred due to the lack of services and facilities to support sustainable development. Thepreferred option allows to guide development towards more sustainable locations.
Table 19.39 Stow Bedon Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
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Thompson
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
O++O?++O+O++-++OOO+PO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
OOOO?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOAO:AmendSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Thompson village has a number of services and facilities including a primary school,shop and The Chequers Inn public house. Thompson is located within the 1,500m buffer zone for land thatsupports or is capable of supporting Stone Curlew. Further appropriate development can be accommodatedwithin the buffer zone; nevertheless, this has been noted as a potential negative impact in the assessment.Thompson contains a number of services and facilities that justify the retention of the settlement boundary; thisis the preferred option. The existing settlement boundary follows existing features on the ground and is logicaland defensible, so it is preferred to retain the boundary without amendment. The alternative approach is todelete the settlement boundary. The removal of the settlement boundary would mean that planning applicationswould be determined against a criteria based policy set out within HOU 05. It is considered therefore that anyfuture proposed development that could come forward would in the main be neutral in impact. This approach isnot preferred due to the level of services and facilities within Thompson that can support a sustainable community;this is reflected in the above assessment.
Table 19.40 Thompson Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Tittleshall
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOOOOOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
--OO?-+O---+++-OOO-AO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Tittleshall contains a village hall, but lacks any other services or facilities. However,the village is closely related to Litcham, which is a designated Local Service Centre village and has a good rangeof services and facilities. Tiitleshall includes a conservation area within the centre of the village. There is a lackof services and facilities within the village to support new residential development. Furthermore there are onlylimited opportunities for further development inside the settlement boundary without harm to the form andcharacter. For these reasons, the preferred option is to delete the settlement boundary. Any planning applicationwould therefore need to be determined using the criteria based approach set out within HOU 05. The alternativeoption is to retain the existing settlement boundary without amendment. This approach is not preferred due to
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the lack of services and facilities to support sustainable development and the potential impact on the characterand appearance of the conservation area. This is reflected in the assessment above. The preferred option allowsto guide development towards more sustainable locations.
Table 19.41 Tittleshall Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Weasenham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OO+O?++OOO+++++OOO+PO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
OO+-?++OOO+++++OOO-AO:AmendSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments:Weasenham contains two settlement boundaries, which are focused around TheGreenand Massingham Road. Weasenham includes a number of services and facilities including a primary school,post office and The Fox and Horses public house. It should be noted that the primary school is located outsideof the settlement boundary but a practical distance away. The settlement boundary supports the principles ofprotecting the environment and access to community facilities. The existing settlement boundaries are logicaland follow natural boundaries. There is limited space within the settlement boundary that would allow for someinfill. Due to the level of services within the village the preferred option is to retain the existing settlement boundary.The alternative option would be to amend the settlement boundary tighter around existing dwellings; howeverthis would lessen the opportunity for some small infill development, which is something that the village couldaccommodate in a sustainable way.
Table 19.42 Weasenham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Whissonsett
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO:RemoveSettlementBoundary
OOOO?-OOOOOOOOOOOOOAO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments:Whissonsett is a large village containing a village hall and a post office that opens twomornings a week; however there are no other services or facilities and this reflects in the assessment. To thenorth of the village is an area of flood risk but this is unlikely to represent a significant impact. It is proposed todelete the settlement boundary. The removal of the settlement boundary would mean that planning applications
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would be determined against a criteria based policy set out within HOU 05 and this is considered more sustainablethan the alternative option of retaining the boundary.
Table 19.43 Whissonsett Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Yaxham
19181716151413121110987654321Objective
OOOO?OOOOOOOOO+OOOOPO: RetainExistingSettlementBoundary
OOOO?-OOOOOOOOOOOOOAO:AmendSettlementBoundary
Additional Comments: Yaxham contains two settlement boundaries and services and facilities are locatedbetween the two. There is a distance of over 800m between the two settlement boundaries. The preferredapproach is to retain the existing settlement boundary. This approach represents a logical settlement boundarywhich is defensible. Planning applications would need to be determined against the criteria based policy set outwithin HOU 04.
Table 19.44 Yaxham Settlement Boundary Sustainability Appraisal
Conclusions
19.10 Policies HOU 04 and HOU 05 set the overarching principle for settlement boundaries and the groundson which they should be designated.
19.11 The SA undertaken at this stage also gives further consideration to each individual boundary and thescope for specific changes.
19.12 The findings of this SA illustrates that the preferred options generally perform well when assessed, althoughthere are also some potential negative effects which need to be mitigated through appropriate policy in the LocalPlan. The preferred boundaries or preferred removal of boundary tend to have overall better sustainability impactsthan the alternative options considered.
Environmental SA Objectives
19.13 The use of settlement boundaries, when in sustainable locations, promotes efficient use of land. Thedevelopment within settlement boundaries tends to be infill or rounding-off opportunities, often on brownfield sites.This avoids the deterioration of green infrastructure. Whilst this development is usually on a small scale, cumulativelyit can have a noticeable impact, and the contribution to Breckland's overall sustainability is positive.
19.14 With regards to water usage and quality and waste management, it is considered that when assessing asettlement boundary, it has little to no impact on these objectives. These are mostly factors that would be managedthrough the development management process, regardless of whether the associated development was within asettlement boundary or in another location.
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19.15 In reducing air pollution, the most noteworthy element to assess with regards to settlement boundaries isthe degree to which residents would have to travel via private vehicle to reach the facilities and service they need.The small size and level of service provision of settlements means that residents of these places will inevitablyfind themselves needing to travel at times. However, in some cases the level of provision is sufficiently low thatmore travel would be required. Additional travel and journeys will result in more fossil fuel use. These could leadto increases in emissions of CO2 and other combustion gases; due to the small amounts of further developmentthat could be accommodated in settlements, this would lead to a small increase in the atmospheric burden atindividual level and cumulatively more so when it affects several settlements. This could further contribute to climatechange, acid rain and other air quality impacts, which represents a major long-term in-combination negative impact.In those cases where there is a lack of services and public transport, it is usually the case that the preferred optionis for the settlement boundary to be deleted, and development can be guided to more sustainable locations. Thishelps to avoid the impacts described. Conversely, when settlements have a sufficient level of service and facilitiesprovision and/or good public transport links, the preferred option is often to retain the boundary, which would havethe opposite effect on those impacts described above.
19.16 Most settlements are free from flood risk. A small number have areas within flood zones or are close toflood zones. In those cases, a negative impact is predicted, as being within the flood zone does render those smallareas undevelopable. However, due to the potentially insignificant amount of further development that could comeforward within the settlements, it is unlikely to represent anything more than a minor negative impact.
19.17 Settlements tend to be in locations that represent no concerns with regards to biodiversity and geodiversity.This reduces the need to consider mitigation or avoidance and is considered to represent a positive impact onBreckland’s sustainability. Guiding development to such constraint-free locations can have a long-term positiveimpact.
19.18 Several settlements are within the SPA 1,500m buffer zone. Development can be permitted in such areas,given it is appropriate infill. Therefore being within the buffer zone in itself would not necessarily represent a negativeoutcome. Where a settlement could not accommodate the infill-type development appropriate to the buffer zone,it tends to be the case that the preferred approach is to delete the boundary, allowing for development to be steeredto more appropriate and sustainable locations.
19.19 Even the small amount of further development that could be accommodated within these establishedsettlements could represent a threat to their character. This is especially the case where it has been identified thatthe form of the settlement could not accommodate any additions, or it has a heritage asset within it or is recognisedas a heritage asset itself. In those cases, further development could have a significant negative impact that wouldmanifest in the short term and have permanent effects. In these instances, the settlement boundary should bedeleted or very careful management should be employed at the planning application stage to ensure these effectsare minimised.
Social SA Objectives
19.20 In most cases, the preferred approached are predicted to have neutral to positive impact on the socialobjectives.
19.21 The Local Plan has to deliver sufficient homes to meet the housing needs of Breckland. There is noreasonable alternative to this. Providing settlement boundaries supports this delivery of homes in sustainablelocations. Whilst this is on a small scale, together with the other site allocations and potential future appropriatewindfall sites, over the long term it helps to cumulatively deliver the homes needed. Being able to deliver theobjectively assessed housing needs of the district in turn ensures a population to support the economy and servicesand facilities of the district. This is beneficial across Breckland but also at settlement-level to ensure the retentionof the services and facilities in those locations.
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19.22 The need to protect and enhance human health and well-being is considered in the SA process. It tendsto be the case that the preferred option ensures generally adequate access for residents to local open space, ahealth care facility and sports facility. When the preferred option is the retention of the boundary, it is usually thecase that the open space provision is within the settlement and there is good transport links to a larger settlementto access built health facilities. When the preferred option is to delete the boundary it is assumed that throughimplementing policies in the Local Plan, health matters will be addressed through the planning process. Due tothe relatively small amounts of population, the long-term impacts of well-managed health and well-being would besmall across a geographically large scale but would be noticeably positive at a settlement level.
19.23 In terms of access to services and facilities, all the preferred options have been assessed as being positiveor neutral. The provision of and/or access to services and facilities is of major consideration when determining thesuitability of a settlement boundary and it tends to be the case that the preference is to delete the boundary whenthis provision of or access to is not adequate, or would not be able to cope with additional demands. Being ableto access services and facilities is seen to have significant positive impacts across a wide range of factors includingsocial interaction, health, well-being, the local economy and lowering CO2 emissions.
Economic SA Objectives
19.24 Under the assessment of the economic objectives, the preferred options mostly have envisaged positiveor neutral impacts.
19.25 Defining settlement boundaries can help, albeit in a relatively small way, to ensure that potential economicdevelopment is directed to sustainable locations. The SA process also assesses access to existing economic andeducational opportunities. Preferred options tend to score well due to having such opportunities within or close tothe settlement and/or good access to such opportunities via public transport. Where settlements do not offer this,it is often the case that the preferred option would be to delete the boundary so that future development could beguided to more sustainable locations. Having good access to economic and educational opportunities assists inreducing journeys so that private vehicle emissions are lessened; and ensures a happy and prosperous populationwithin the settlements that support their local services and facilities.
19.26 In the long term, it is envisaged that these preferred approaches on settlement boundaries can contributeto a cumulatively positive impact across Breckland where high quality employment opportunities are retained orcreated, encouraging people to live and work in the District. It is envisaged that over time, strength in the economyand workforce would attract further strength.
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