Local Plan Issues and Options (Regulation 18)

Comment

Representation ID: 15406

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Barlow Trust Fund

Agent: Cassidy & Ashton Group Ltd

I&O_15965
Summary It is considered that The Trust would be in support of Option B (in varied form with allowance for small scale release of Green Belt) as a spatial strategy for Cheshire West and Chester. The Trust would consider that Option C has some potential, particularly with reference to modest urban extensions around Tier 1 and Tier 2 settlements. What needs to be clarified is that these extensions would be accommodated through limited Green Belt release in addition to areas of open countryside. The Trust are in favour of the retention of Green Belt land per se, whilst recognising that some small-scale release of Green Belt is likely to be required in strategic locations to support the new housing target. Large urban extensions are not necessary and are not supported.

Comment

Representation ID: 15407

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Barlow Trust Fund

Agent: Cassidy & Ashton Group Ltd

I&O_15966
Summary In order to meet the new housing targets and contribute to boosting the supply of homes, The Trust would consider that areas of the Green Belt which met the Grey Belt definition should be the priority for release from Green Belt designation.  What is required is an updated Green Belt Study, comparable to that undertaken for the last Local Plan review. The Trust would welcome the updating of Green Belt policy to reflect the changes in national planning policy, including reference to grey belt land and its exception to inappropriate development in the Green Belt. It is considered that development of land to the north of Lostock Gralam is most suitable. Whilst part-identified within growth area LOS01, a more logical extension to the settlement would comprise the extent of land bordered by Wincham Brook to the north, the A559 to the west and a delineation comparable to the extent of the built form on the northern side of Manchester Road as a boundary to the east. This is set out in more detail in a new site suggestion, put forward concurrently as part of the Issues & Options consultation exercise.