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Representation ID: 10046

Received: 28/07/2022

Respondent: The Southill Estate

Agent: Carter Jonas LLP

The Vision refers to growth supported by infrastructure, sustainable transport, green infrastructure, new neighbourhoods, high quality commercial and office spaces, and good design. The Southill Estate owns two parcels of land that are identified as draft allocations in the Pre Submission Bedford Local Plan (PSBLP): land at Abbey Field West of Elstow site for residential development (Policy HOU 5); and land at Pear Tree Farm Elstow for a science and innovation park (Policy EMP 5). These two draft allocations could deliver parts of the Vision for PSBLP. The sites are well related to the urban area. The promoted developments would provide housing and employment including high quality innovation space, and would contribute towards the growth of the local economy. The sites are in an accessible location, and the promoted developments would provide connections by sustainable modes of transport. The promoted developments would include open space and green infrastructure, and would connect with a green corridor project in the surrounding area. The design and layout of the promoted developments would take into account the characteristics of the site and surrounding area, including the historic environment and landscape character. The Vision is supported, and no changes are required.