Comment

Bedford Borough Local Plan 2040 Plan for Submission

Representation ID: 9942

Received: 25/07/2022

Respondent: Bromham Parish Council

Representation Summary:

The Parish Council does have some concerns and, in particular, in relation to the timing of housing growth. In this regard, policy DS3(S) identifies that over 62% of growth is profiled in the period from 2030. Whilst the reason for the late profiling of growth, due to dependency on the delivery of infrastructure is recognized, it is a concerned that delay in realising the development potential could affect the five-year land supply position with obvious consequences. A second concern is that the proposed growth in the urban area often relies on multiple stakeholders and land interests and this could possibly frustrate more immediate delivery and also affect scheme viability. It is hoped that growth in and around the town centre will be designed sympathetically to the historic nature of the market town.