Policy GNLP5009
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25180
Received: 20/03/2023
Respondent: Mrs Eleanor Faulds
Site sits over a high pressure gas main
Site has great crested newts residing on it
The access to the site is on a unlit road which already has heavy traffic especially around school times
The road leading to the proposed site is unlit and therefore unsafe especially for children, the elderly and animals
There is already a site which has been previously used near the park and ride which falls under the bawburgh area. This could be better utilized to accommodate the extra space needed.
The site is a known flood plain and floods on a regular basis
Site sits over a high pressure gas main
Site has great crested newts residing on it
The access to the site is on a unlit road which already has heavy traffic especially around school times
The road leading to the proposed site is unlit and therefore unsafe especially for children, the elderly and animals
There is already a site which has been previously used near the park and ride which falls under the bawburgh area. This could be better utilized to accommodate the extra space needed.
The site is a known flood plain and floods on a regular basis
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25202
Received: 19/03/2023
Respondent: Alex Findlay
• The proposed site is in probably the quietest part of this conservation village, east of Hockering Lane. The area is used by many residents as a quiet area to walk dogs due to the benevolent permission of local landowners who own the water meadows, whilst the Parish Council provide waste bins.
• The proposed site is at the end of what is a wholly unsuitable road to access such a development. Hockering Lane itself is a dead-end meaning that all traffic to and from any of the properties and the school along the road have to pass and re-pass down the same stretch of road. Hockering Lane is also a comparatively narrow road largely unsuitable for the type of vehicular access that would be required by a gypsy site, which would include use by vans, lorries and trailers and caravans. To compound this problem Hockering Lane also becomes extremely busy at each end of the school day when one side of the road is pretty much entirely taken up with parents dropping or collecting their children from school. This turns Hockering Lane into a single track road.
The latter part of the access to the proposed site is privately owned and is even narrower than the rest of Hockering Lane. It is used by residents of the housing in the area to park their cars, and at the end of the day and at weekends the available space is both narrow and single track.
The junction from Hockering Lane onto Stock Hill has a very poor, and probably illegal, sightline. This issues is compounded by the fact that when looking to the left, up Stocks Hill, the sight line is largely, if not completely, obscured by foliage in privately owned gardens adjacent to the footpath. These plants are not in control of the local authority and as a result make adding additional traffic to this junction, particularly larger vehicles with trailers etc., potentially dangerous.
• There is a primary school on Hockering Lane and as a result there are regularly children on and around Hockering Lane which coupled with the parked cars, mentioned above, make it a potentially dangerous place to introduce increased traffic volumes. The school itself is also at capacity.
• The proposed site abuts a flood meadow along the banks of the River Yare. This meadow regularly floods, often almost up to the area of the proposed site. Putting down large concrete footings, or any other hard standing, to enable the proposed site would risk increased flooding in the area which would both threaten the current residents as well as anyone living on the proposed site. In particular the site is located within a groundwater catchment area and pollution mitigation measures would be required for water quality protection.
• The site is adjacent to a gas main.
• One of the criteria used when looking at these sorts of site for the proposed use of gypsies and travellers relates to a choosing sites to allow integration with the local community. The proposed site seems wholly inappropriate because its location is likely to have the opposite effect. As mentioned above, it is at the end of a dead end road but more importantly it is in very close proximity to a long established community settlement which would be disproportionately affected by such a large proposed development being built on land so close. Much of the housing stock at the end of Hockering Lane is comparatively small in size, as are their gardens, and as a result the proposed site would dwarf the existing and established community.
• The land is adjacent to the designated river landscape of the Yare Valley and would seem to be a wholly inappropriate development within, what I have mentioned above, is a conservation area.
• The site is also at the nearest point of the village to the A47 and is likely to require noise mitigation measures being put in place. These type of measures would not be in keeping with the river valley landscape or the location on the edge of a conservation area.
• There are few, if any, facilities for Bawburgh itself. There are few public footpaths and no public transport links. The only way of accessing shops, GP surgeries etc. is the use of private motor vehicles which would increase the burden on the road network mentioned above. The main road running through Bawburgh is also a small road. It is also often used as a rat-run which already renders it uncomfortably busy for its size and location. Adding additional, and probably large, vehicles to that traffic flow would certainly be undesirable. This would also increase air and noise pollution in the area. It also seems that of the ten other sites published in the plan the Hockering Lane site is the only one immediately adjacent to a village and the only one with no suitable access roads.
• There are issues with drainage in the village which is sometimes compounded by flooding in the area, which can affect the road network through the village. Adding additional weight to this already overstretched system does not seem sensible or desirable.
• There are already a number of gypsy and traveller sites in the area, and it is unsustainable to add to that number.
• The proposed site is in probably the quietest part of this conservation village, east of Hockering Lane. The area is used by many residents as a quiet area to walk dogs due to the benevolent permission of local landowners who own the water meadows, whilst the Parish Council provide waste bins.
• The proposed site is at the end of what is a wholly unsuitable road to access such a development. Hockering Lane itself is a dead-end meaning that all traffic to and from any of the properties and the school along the road have to pass and re-pass down the same stretch of road. Hockering Lane is also a comparatively narrow road largely unsuitable for the type of vehicular access that would be required by a gypsy site, which would include use by vans, lorries and trailers and caravans. To compound this problem Hockering Lane also becomes extremely busy at each end of the school day when one side of the road is pretty much entirely taken up with parents dropping or collecting their children from school. This turns Hockering Lane into a single track road.
The latter part of the access to the proposed site is privately owned and is even narrower than the rest of Hockering Lane. It is used by residents of the housing in the area to park their cars, and at the end of the day and at weekends the available space is both narrow and single track.
The junction from Hockering Lane onto Stock Hill has a very poor, and probably illegal, sightline. This issues is compounded by the fact that when looking to the left, up Stocks Hill, the sight line is largely, if not completely, obscured by foliage in privately owned gardens adjacent to the footpath. These plants are not in control of the local authority and as a result make adding additional traffic to this junction, particularly larger vehicles with trailers etc., potentially dangerous.
• There is a primary school on Hockering Lane and as a result there are regularly children on and around Hockering Lane which coupled with the parked cars, mentioned above, make it a potentially dangerous place to introduce increased traffic volumes. The school itself is also at capacity.
• The proposed site abuts a flood meadow along the banks of the River Yare. This meadow regularly floods, often almost up to the area of the proposed site. Putting down large concrete footings, or any other hard standing, to enable the proposed site would risk increased flooding in the area which would both threaten the current residents as well as anyone living on the proposed site. In particular the site is located within a groundwater catchment area and pollution mitigation measures would be required for water quality protection.
• The site is adjacent to a gas main.
• One of the criteria used when looking at these sorts of site for the proposed use of gypsies and travellers relates to a choosing sites to allow integration with the local community. The proposed site seems wholly inappropriate because its location is likely to have the opposite effect. As mentioned above, it is at the end of a dead end road but more importantly it is in very close proximity to a long established community settlement which would be disproportionately affected by such a large proposed development being built on land so close. Much of the housing stock at the end of Hockering Lane is comparatively small in size, as are their gardens, and as a result the proposed site would dwarf the existing and established community.
• The land is adjacent to the designated river landscape of the Yare Valley and would seem to be a wholly inappropriate development within, what I have mentioned above, is a conservation area.
• The site is also at the nearest point of the village to the A47 and is likely to require noise mitigation measures being put in place. These type of measures would not be in keeping with the river valley landscape or the location on the edge of a conservation area.
• There are few, if any, facilities for Bawburgh itself. There are few public footpaths and no public transport links. The only way of accessing shops, GP surgeries etc. is the use of private motor vehicles which would increase the burden on the road network mentioned above. The main road running through Bawburgh is also a small road. It is also often used as a rat-run which already renders it uncomfortably busy for its size and location. Adding additional, and probably large, vehicles to that traffic flow would certainly be undesirable. This would also increase air and noise pollution in the area. It also seems that of the ten other sites published in the plan the Hockering Lane site is the only one immediately adjacent to a village and the only one with no suitable access roads.
• There are issues with drainage in the village which is sometimes compounded by flooding in the area, which can affect the road network through the village. Adding additional weight to this already overstretched system does not seem sensible or desirable.
• There are already a number of gypsy and traveller sites in the area, and it is unsustainable to add to that number.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25209
Received: 19/03/2023
Respondent: Nicholas Calton
As a resident of Bawburgh I object to this proposal that has identified a potential site in the heart of the village.
Hockering lane traffic during school times is very chaotic and causes a number of issues with parking and pedestrians with children. To access the proposed site this would exacerbate this problem and based on my personal experience of the travelling communities erratic driving manner I serious feel there will be a potential for a traffic accident or loss of life along Hockering Lane.
The Proposed site is very close to the River Yare and based on the travelling communities abuse of the land allocated to them off Long Lane in Bawburgh and the accumulation of waste they as a community regularly acquire I feel that there is a danger that surface water run off from the proposed location will cause contamination to the river and the surrounding Groundwater Protection zone.
Over several years we have had numerous criminal incidents involving the travelling community, including trespass on Village hall land which cost the parish council several thousand pounds to resolve and affected community events that were scheduled at the time and had to be cancelled. This trespass involved clearing of household waste, building materials and human excrement from the site adjacent to a children's playground and the subsequent upgrading of security to the site.
We have also had several break ins to the village hall and heating oil being stolen, again costing several thousand pounds to correct from village and community funds.
In order to pay back these communities you now propose to give them free land in the centre of the village.
As a business owner in the village we know of several instances of village residents being denied valid planning permission on their own property and feel that the approval of this site will without doubt cause a devaluing of property in the village.
As a resident of Bawburgh I object to this proposal that has identified a potential site in the heart of the village.
Hockering lane traffic during school times is very chaotic and causes a number of issues with parking and pedestrians with children. To access the proposed site this would exacerbate this problem and based on my personal experience of the travelling communities erratic driving manner I serious feel there will be a potential for a traffic accident or loss of life along Hockering Lane.
The Proposed site is very close to the River Yare and based on the travelling communities abuse of the land allocated to them off Long Lane in Bawburgh and the accumulation of waste they as a community regularly acquire I feel that there is a danger that surface water run off from the proposed location will cause contamination to the river and the surrounding Groundwater Protection zone.
Over several years we have had numerous criminal incidents involving the travelling community, including trespass on Village hall land which cost the parish council several thousand pounds to resolve and affected community events that were scheduled at the time and had to be cancelled. This trespass involved clearing of household waste, building materials and human excrement from the site adjacent to a children's playground and the subsequent upgrading of security to the site.
We have also had several break ins to the village hall and heating oil being stolen, again costing several thousand pounds to correct from village and community funds.
In order to pay back these communities you now propose to give them free land in the centre of the village.
As a business owner in the village we know of several instances of village residents being denied valid planning permission on their own property and feel that the approval of this site will without doubt cause a devaluing of property in the village.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25232
Received: 20/03/2023
Respondent: Adrian Dearnley
Number of people: 3
Councillors Phil Hardy, David Bills and Adrian Dearnley object for the following reasons:
• The location is not suitable for a gypsy and travellers site as it is within undeveloped countryside which is afforded protection from development in local and national policies. Brownfield sites are preferable to untouched countryside.
• Visibility splays cannot be achieved driving out of Hockering Lane. Third party bushes and landscaping within the boundary of Corner Cottage where it fronts Stocks Hill as well as the neighbour to the south block views from a 2.4 metre set back. Even with a 2 metre set back splays cannot be achieved which would have a severe impact on highway safety with increased movements in and out from a traveller site. This is contrary to paragraph 111 of the NPPF.
• The site access would be between two sets of garages to its north and south which is detrimental to highways safety and unworkable.
• Hockering Lane is narrow and there would be pressure to widen it for the development to take place. Mature undamaged trees worthy of retention with significant life spans on its north side would potentially be affected with their root protection areas should road widening be required. These trees should not be harmed in any way.
• Conclusion: The environmental damage to the countryside would be severe as well as the highway safety impacts resulting from the proposed development.
Councillors Phil Hardy, David Bills and Adrian Dearnley object for the following reasons:
• The location is not suitable for a gypsy and travellers site as it is within undeveloped countryside which is afforded protection from development in local and national policies. Brownfield sites are preferable to untouched countryside.
• Visibility splays cannot be achieved driving out of Hockering Lane. Third party bushes and landscaping within the boundary of Corner Cottage where it fronts Stocks Hill as well as the neighbour to the south block views from a 2.4 metre set back. Even with a 2 metre set back splays cannot be achieved which would have a severe impact on highway safety with increased movements in and out from a traveller site. This is contrary to paragraph 111 of the NPPF.
• The site access would be between two sets of garages to its north and south which is detrimental to highways safety and unworkable.
• Hockering Lane is narrow and there would be pressure to widen it for the development to take place. Mature undamaged trees worthy of retention with significant life spans on its north side would potentially be affected with their root protection areas should road widening be required. These trees should not be harmed in any way.
• Conclusion: The environmental damage to the countryside would be severe as well as the highway safety impacts resulting from the proposed development.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25234
Received: 20/03/2023
Respondent: Kevin Underwood
The high pressure gas main passes within 20m of the proposed entrance to the site making it difficult to develop any access.
There are already three traveller sites within a mile of the proposed site.
The roundwell site off the Dereham Road
The site on the corner of bawburg Road and Marlingford Road, and
The site on the old "long lane" near the park and ride.
The proposed site in Bawburgh is unusual as being the only proposed site that is within a village next to residential properties and without direct access to a main road.
Hockering Lane is a dead end. All access would be through the village. Hockering Lane has limited access at school drop-off and pick-up times.
Increased traffic along Hockering Lane would be a danger to the school children.
The school is already over subscribed
The site on the old "long lane" near the park and ride could be extended to include extra plots.
The proposed site is at risk of flooding. The eastern corner of the site came close to flooding in December 2020 and a further rise in the height of the river would lead to flooding of the site.
The high pressure gas main passes within 20m of the proposed entrance to the site making it difficult to develop any access.
There are already three traveller sites within a mile of the proposed site.
The roundwell site off the Dereham Road
The site on the corner of bawburg Road and Marlingford Road, and
The site on the old "long lane" near the park and ride.
The proposed site in Bawburgh is unusual as being the only proposed site that is within a village next to residential properties and without direct access to a main road.
Hockering Lane is a dead end. All access would be through the village. Hockering Lane has limited access at school drop-off and pick-up times.
Increased traffic along Hockering Lane would be a danger to the school children.
The school is already over subscribed
The site on the old "long lane" near the park and ride could be extended to include extra plots.
The proposed site is at risk of flooding. The eastern corner of the site came close to flooding in December 2020 and a further rise in the height of the river would lead to flooding of the site.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25239
Received: 09/03/2023
Respondent: Mr Mark Allison
Agent: Mr Magnus Magnusson
My client objects to the inclusion (allocation) of site ref. GNLP5009 (Land off Hockering Lane, Bawburgh), within the context of the GNLP.
See Supporting Statement (PDF) appended to this submission for details as to why the aforementioned site is unsuitable for inclusion/allocation within the context of the GNLP.
My client objects to the inclusion (allocation) of site ref. GNLP5009 (Land off Hockering Lane, Bawburgh), within the context of the GNLP.
See Supporting Statement (PDF) appended to this submission for details as to why the aforementioned site is unsuitable for inclusion/allocation within the context of the GNLP.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25240
Received: 07/03/2023
Respondent: Lewis Bowen
1. My property is halfway down Hockering Lane.
Traffic - the lane becomes very congested with cars, school buses, morning and at pick up times and bottlenecks often happen. When a vehicle has to pass parked cars, you are then committed as the lane is narrow. The extra traffic is only going to make the lane a nightmare, especially if caravans, trucks are moving through.
It's a school road so again more of a hazard as young children walk to and from school.
Effect of village.
Bawburgh is a popular 'prestine' village, a local 'gem'. A friendly community that respects their property and the area they live in. Unfortunately, some of us choose to live differently and this is proven time and time again. The transit park already in the area is a good example of this and has been a problem to local councillors for several years.
The village hall carpark has also been broken into before with travellers setting up camp.
Environment.
We are fortunate that a couple bought the field adjoining this proposed site which includes the river that runs through. Their purpose was to make a wildlife haven, introducing the pond, planting trees, and including benches and paths for local people to freely enjoy the area. Which they do. We love walking over there with the children, as do the community.
I have seen it before, when a travelling community set up home at Queens Hill. The area became 'a tip' and you felt very uncomfortable walking there. It would have a very negative impact on the community and the environment if the same happened in Bawburgh.
Flooding - when the river breaks its banks these fields become flooded and very boggy. The proposed site is right next to the flood plain and would surely also become sodden.
Properties.
How do we sell our homes now? The publicity has already had an effect on this in the area. If the new homes on 'Stocks Hill' get build, who will want to buy them?
2 sites already in the area
- Costessey
- Park and Ride, Bawburgh.
Why not make the transit site a small residential site - away from the village, keeping both sides happier.
I was shocked as with all of the residents when we first heard of this proposal. You only have to stand in the centre of the village and look around you to see why.
There has got to be a better alternative for everybody. The village is already going to see extra homes built. 'If' people want to move to a village that has a 'Gypsy/Traveller site'. I think I would be looking else where straight away.
I pay a lot of money to live in Bawburgh and feel very lucky to live there. How much will it cost me to live in a caravan?
1. My property is halfway down Hockering Lane.
Traffic - the lane becomes very congested with cars, school buses, morning and at pick up times and bottlenecks often happen. When a vehicle has to pass parked cars, you are then committed as the lane is narrow. The extra traffic is only going to make the lane a nightmare, especially if caravans, trucks are moving through.
It's a school road so again more of a hazard as young children walk to and from school.
Effect of village.
Bawburgh is a popular 'prestine' village, a local 'gem'. A friendly community that respects their property and the area they live in. Unfortunately, some of us choose to live differently and this is proven time and time again. The transit park already in the area is a good example of this and has been a problem to local councillors for several years.
The village hall carpark has also been broken into before with travellers setting up camp.
Environment.
We are fortunate that a couple bought the field adjoining this proposed site which includes the river that runs through. Their purpose was to make a wildlife haven, introducing the pond, planting trees, and including benches and paths for local people to freely enjoy the area. Which they do. We love walking over there with the children, as do the community.
I have seen it before, when a travelling community set up home at Queens Hill. The area became 'a tip' and you felt very uncomfortable walking there. It would have a very negative impact on the community and the environment if the same happened in Bawburgh.
Flooding - when the river breaks its banks these fields become flooded and very boggy. The proposed site is right next to the flood plain and would surely also become sodden.
Properties.
How do we sell our homes now? The publicity has already had an effect on this in the area. If the new homes on 'Stocks Hill' get build, who will want to buy them?
2 sites already in the area
- Costessey
- Park and Ride, Bawburgh.
Why not make the transit site a small residential site - away from the village, keeping both sides happier.
I was shocked as with all of the residents when we first heard of this proposal. You only have to stand in the centre of the village and look around you to see why.
There has got to be a better alternative for everybody. The village is already going to see extra homes built. 'If' people want to move to a village that has a 'Gypsy/Traveller site'. I think I would be looking else where straight away.
I pay a lot of money to live in Bawburgh and feel very lucky to live there. How much will it cost me to live in a caravan?
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25243
Received: 11/03/2023
Respondent: Dawn Craig
The proposed site on Hockering Lane in Bawburgh is a completely unsuitable location, it is the only site out of all sites referenced that is placed directly inside a village, next to a local population.
The location within the village is detestable. This is the quietest part of the village. Children play in the street safely, there is a very close community surrounding the school. There are walks down by the river that are enjoyed by the community, families, dog walkers and tourists. This intended site will completely change the atmosphere of the area.
A site was planned and abandoned at Cotessey due to 3 traveller sites in a 1 mile radius. The proposed site at Hockering Lane is within a mile of the abandonedCotessey site. Therefore it also has the same circumstances where there are already enough sites in the local area.
Bawburgh already has a traveler site. Why should we have to have a second site within the village. This is completely unreasonable. We already have our share of the responsibility and in the past have had to deal with the resulting problems from the existing site.
Regarding the existing site, it has been reported in the press that it was forced to close due to several issues at the site including: Officers being threatened and assaulted, out of control fires, theft of public property including portable toilets and waste bins, problems collecting rent. The existing site had to be cleared of waste and toxic materials on several occasions at the councils expense. Additional management and monitoring has been identified as being required. Why would a quiet road in a quiet part of the village be an appropriate place for a site that could have the same or similar issues? There is no mention in the assessment or evidence base on how this would be managed.
Bawburgh village is under conservation protection due to its historical nature. The new site is within meters of this area and undermines the value of the village.
The proposed site is adjacent to the River Yare. The river deserves to have environmental protection. There is a variety of wildlife that lives in the area. The additional disruption to wildlife is underestimated in the study. The environmental impact the site could have if any potential waste or spills from the associated vehicles were to enter the river is dangerous.
The proposed site is on a flood plane. The field adjacent to the site has flooded in recent years. It has nearly flooded this year making the area completely waterlogged. The area for the site helps provide drainage to stop more flooding. Any residents on the site would be constantly worried that their site would be flooded and their belongings damaged. Any run off from the site will go straight into the water table and river. There is a fisheries down stream from the site and their stocks could be damaged by the pollution.
How will this site have drainage? There are no pipes leading to the area? There are no drainage mitigations that can be implemented at such a low ground level. There is no access to the current sewerage system.
The proposed site goes over a high pressure gas pipeline. Any damage caused by construction of the site, mismanagement of the site or potential residents of the site could be very dangerous. The plan has a 12m zone around the pipeline but who will police this policy? How will this be enforced? It cant be. This is very worrying.
Regarding the adverse impact on the landscape a few trees isn't going to diminish the problem! The village is in a valley, the site area can be viewed from both main road entrances of the village as you enter. The site will be an eye sore and impact the beautiful countryside views that we currently have.
The road and access to the site is not suitable for the site. During weekends the road has cars parked along it. There is enough space for normal vehicles but that additional associated traffic both from site construction and the proposed residents will be too much for the road, there is no turning space for any large vehicles. It will transform what is currently a quiet cul-de-sac into a busy street. The road past the school equally is busy during drop off and pick up times. Parents park all the way along the street. The school bus used for swimming lessons can barely get down the road and has to reverse from the junction due to there being no where to turn the bus around. How can this road handle the site traffic?
There are no amenities within the village. The school is over-subscribed. There is a pub. There is no shop. The constraints analysis for the area acknowledges this but what about healthcare? It is already nearly impossible to get a doctors appointment and there are zero spaces at any NHS dentist anywhere.
As this is a traveler site, typically no CIL monies would be collected from the development. In turn this development would not contribute to the local infrastructure needs that would be created by its construction.
I understand that the traveler community needs and deserve their space. They have a tight community and are unlikely to want to integrate into the existing community. Well we also have a tight community in the village and we deserve our space. The council is supposed to work for its constituents. You cannot throw our community under the bus for no good reason other than the land has been made available. Norfolk is a large county with many more appropriate locations (in fact we already have a more appropriate location within the village). Choose a better suited site.
The proposed site on Hockering Lane in Bawburgh is a completely unsuitable location, it is the only site out of all sites referenced that is placed directly inside a village, next to a local population.
The location within the village is detestable. This is the quietest part of the village. Children play in the street safely, there is a very close community surrounding the school. There are walks down by the river that are enjoyed by the community, families, dog walkers and tourists. This intended site will completely change the atmosphere of the area.
A site was planned and abandoned at Cotessey due to 3 traveller sites in a 1 mile radius. The proposed site at Hockering Lane is within a mile of the abandonedCotessey site. Therefore it also has the same circumstances where there are already enough sites in the local area.
Bawburgh already has a traveler site. Why should we have to have a second site within the village. This is completely unreasonable. We already have our share of the responsibility and in the past have had to deal with the resulting problems from the existing site.
Regarding the existing site, it has been reported in the press that it was forced to close due to several issues at the site including: Officers being threatened and assaulted, out of control fires, theft of public property including portable toilets and waste bins, problems collecting rent. The existing site had to be cleared of waste and toxic materials on several occasions at the councils expense. Additional management and monitoring has been identified as being required. Why would a quiet road in a quiet part of the village be an appropriate place for a site that could have the same or similar issues? There is no mention in the assessment or evidence base on how this would be managed.
Bawburgh village is under conservation protection due to its historical nature. The new site is within meters of this area and undermines the value of the village.
The proposed site is adjacent to the River Yare. The river deserves to have environmental protection. There is a variety of wildlife that lives in the area. The additional disruption to wildlife is underestimated in the study. The environmental impact the site could have if any potential waste or spills from the associated vehicles were to enter the river is dangerous.
The proposed site is on a flood plane. The field adjacent to the site has flooded in recent years. It has nearly flooded this year making the area completely waterlogged. The area for the site helps provide drainage to stop more flooding. Any residents on the site would be constantly worried that their site would be flooded and their belongings damaged. Any run off from the site will go straight into the water table and river. There is a fisheries down stream from the site and their stocks could be damaged by the pollution.
How will this site have drainage? There are no pipes leading to the area? There are no drainage mitigations that can be implemented at such a low ground level. There is no access to the current sewerage system.
The proposed site goes over a high pressure gas pipeline. Any damage caused by construction of the site, mismanagement of the site or potential residents of the site could be very dangerous. The plan has a 12m zone around the pipeline but who will police this policy? How will this be enforced? It cant be. This is very worrying.
Regarding the adverse impact on the landscape a few trees isn't going to diminish the problem! The village is in a valley, the site area can be viewed from both main road entrances of the village as you enter. The site will be an eye sore and impact the beautiful countryside views that we currently have.
The road and access to the site is not suitable for the site. During weekends the road has cars parked along it. There is enough space for normal vehicles but that additional associated traffic both from site construction and the proposed residents will be too much for the road, there is no turning space for any large vehicles. It will transform what is currently a quiet cul-de-sac into a busy street. The road past the school equally is busy during drop off and pick up times. Parents park all the way along the street. The school bus used for swimming lessons can barely get down the road and has to reverse from the junction due to there being no where to turn the bus around. How can this road handle the site traffic?
There are no amenities within the village. The school is over-subscribed. There is a pub. There is no shop. The constraints analysis for the area acknowledges this but what about healthcare? It is already nearly impossible to get a doctors appointment and there are zero spaces at any NHS dentist anywhere.
As this is a traveler site, typically no CIL monies would be collected from the development. In turn this development would not contribute to the local infrastructure needs that would be created by its construction.
I understand that the traveler community needs and deserve their space. They have a tight community and are unlikely to want to integrate into the existing community. Well we also have a tight community in the village and we deserve our space. The council is supposed to work for its constituents. You cannot throw our community under the bus for no good reason other than the land has been made available. Norfolk is a large county with many more appropriate locations (in fact we already have a more appropriate location within the village). Choose a better suited site.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25249
Received: 20/02/2023
Respondent: Beatrice Laubschen
The proposed site in Bawburgh is completely unsuitable. The road is narrow with a school and many cars parked through the day.
The village already has a site within 1 mile of the above. Village has had many problems in the past from gypsies.
Sites generally have a bad reputation throughout the country ie noise/crime/rubbish/intimidation. Also sites are inclined to be overpopulated and then nearby land is illegally occupied.
The proposed site in Bawburgh is completely unsuitable. The road is narrow with a school and many cars parked through the day.
The village already has a site within 1 mile of the above. Village has had many problems in the past from gypsies.
Sites generally have a bad reputation throughout the country ie noise/crime/rubbish/intimidation. Also sites are inclined to be overpopulated and then nearby land is illegally occupied.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25250
Received: 17/02/2023
Respondent: Nigel Thompson
I object to this site for various reasons.
For 1 it is close to a school where access is very poor as it is a narrow road with only one way in and out (it is not a through road) so any extra traffic would be horrendous.
This site is also near a river and it already floods a lot into the surrounding fields next to the proposed site so any more buildings or sites of any kind would not be good.
I am also led to believe that there is a mains gas pipe running underneath or very close to the proposed site which can't be good to build on top of or near.
I am also led to believe that there are already several travellers sites in and around Bawburgh.
I object to this site for various reasons.
For 1 it is close to a school where access is very poor as it is a narrow road with only one way in and out (it is not a through road) so any extra traffic would be horrendous.
This site is also near a river and it already floods a lot into the surrounding fields next to the proposed site so any more buildings or sites of any kind would not be good.
I am also led to believe that there is a mains gas pipe running underneath or very close to the proposed site which can't be good to build on top of or near.
I am also led to believe that there are already several travellers sites in and around Bawburgh.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25251
Received: 17/02/2023
Respondent: Janet Capps
I disagree with a travelers sites on Hockering Lane.
There are four roads into Bawburgh. New road which is very narrow with an underpass, Church Street into Sparrows Hill which is very narrow Stocks Hill in which you have added traffic calming measures and Harts Lane where you have the 18th Century bridge which only takes one vehicle at a time.
Hockering Lane is one way in one way out with a school in the middle of it. For about an hour morning and afternoon cars are parked the length of both Hockering Lanes because of the school. Anyone without off road parking have to park on the road.
Then you have wildlife to consider where you want this site plus the field floods badly now next to proposed site and you keep telling us climate change is getting worse so the water will rise. We already have enough travelers sites around Bawburgh now.
This village is a historical conservation area and has 20mph limit around most of the village.
I disagree with a travelers sites on Hockering Lane.
There are four roads into Bawburgh. New road which is very narrow with an underpass, Church Street into Sparrows Hill which is very narrow Stocks Hill in which you have added traffic calming measures and Harts Lane where you have the 18th Century bridge which only takes one vehicle at a time.
Hockering Lane is one way in one way out with a school in the middle of it. For about an hour morning and afternoon cars are parked the length of both Hockering Lanes because of the school. Anyone without off road parking have to park on the road.
Then you have wildlife to consider where you want this site plus the field floods badly now next to proposed site and you keep telling us climate change is getting worse so the water will rise. We already have enough travelers sites around Bawburgh now.
This village is a historical conservation area and has 20mph limit around most of the village.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25252
Received: 17/02/2023
Respondent: Heather Bennett
My opinion and I know I am correct in this is not only is the site entrance too small, so is the Lane (Hockering Lane starting from the village is also too small. It is over flowing on schools days and also parked cars throughout the day going to the school and the small road veering off to the proposed site is full of cars when families are at home and evenings all weekends making it a single road. In fact, you could say the whole lane is reduced to single file most of the time. Come and spend time to see I am telling you the truth. All big vehicles have to stop at the corner and try to turn round they cannot go further. Bin lorry reverse to go and collect past mine. Even I have to live with the coming and going of the school, have to make appointments doing shopping etc when I know I can get my car our so as you can see more added traffic would mean more stress and misery, not only for myself but others who live in Bawburgh. I want to make a point about the children who ride their bikes and play outside on the road in front of my bungalow they have really no place where they live they cannot access the play area behind the village hall. Too dangerous the road is now through the village so if this proposal goes forward the increased traffic on Hockering Lane would prevent them from playing how could you have a conscience like that. I now need to ask place after having a talk with one of the GNLP team who was very kind to take my call I was told normal time for this type of thing time allowed is six weeks, so why is the time for this 1 month 2 days. I received the information about the proposed site on the 11th of Feb. The latest it can be handed in is the 13th of March. Something not right in that case could you explain please, as according to things its a rush job and more time please. I myself will be making an appointment with my solicitor about this situation so if he is busy it will be too much of a rush. Of course there could be a good and other reason why I have not heard till the 11th Feb. I await your reply please. I would like to request from yourselves, the said person or persons or company, names please if it is needed by my solicitor, who would be accountable if my property is devalued. This I shall be looking into.
My opinion and I know I am correct in this is not only is the site entrance too small, so is the Lane (Hockering Lane starting from the village is also too small. It is over flowing on schools days and also parked cars throughout the day going to the school and the small road veering off to the proposed site is full of cars when families are at home and evenings all weekends making it a single road. In fact, you could say the whole lane is reduced to single file most of the time. Come and spend time to see I am telling you the truth. All big vehicles have to stop at the corner and try to turn round they cannot go further. Bin lorry reverse to go and collect past mine. Even I have to live with the coming and going of the school, have to make appointments doing shopping etc when I know I can get my car our so as you can see more added traffic would mean more stress and misery, not only for myself but others who live in Bawburgh. I want to make a point about the children who ride their bikes and play outside on the road in front of my bungalow they have really no place where they live they cannot access the play area behind the village hall. Too dangerous the road is now through the village so if this proposal goes forward the increased traffic on Hockering Lane would prevent them from playing how could you have a conscience like that. I now need to ask place after having a talk with one of the GNLP team who was very kind to take my call I was told normal time for this type of thing time allowed is six weeks, so why is the time for this 1 month 2 days. I received the information about the proposed site on the 11th of Feb. The latest it can be handed in is the 13th of March. Something not right in that case could you explain please, as according to things its a rush job and more time please. I myself will be making an appointment with my solicitor about this situation so if he is busy it will be too much of a rush. Of course there could be a good and other reason why I have not heard till the 11th Feb. I await your reply please. I would like to request from yourselves, the said person or persons or company, names please if it is needed by my solicitor, who would be accountable if my property is devalued. This I shall be looking into.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25253
Received: 17/02/2023
Respondent: Mrs. Chamberlain
Due to pressurised gas mains, they cannot put concrete bases near the pressurised gas mains which run through the site.
Due to pressurised gas mains, they cannot put concrete bases near the pressurised gas mains which run through the site.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25254
Received: 13/03/2023
Respondent: Brenda Bell
It is not acceptable to place the site at end of Hockering Lane as base for 6 travellers. A) They generally posses x amount of vehicles and B) would block turning point for delivery vehicles, such as to the school and residents, some of whom are elderly.
It should be noted that we have had quite a few problems in the village in the past with travellers. Site would be better put to use for 2 or 3 dwellings e.g. affordable.
There are many vehicles visiting the school at dropping off and pick up times. Also it is at its maximum capacity. No amenities in the village or bus service.
It is not acceptable to place the site at end of Hockering Lane as base for 6 travellers. A) They generally posses x amount of vehicles and B) would block turning point for delivery vehicles, such as to the school and residents, some of whom are elderly.
It should be noted that we have had quite a few problems in the village in the past with travellers. Site would be better put to use for 2 or 3 dwellings e.g. affordable.
There are many vehicles visiting the school at dropping off and pick up times. Also it is at its maximum capacity. No amenities in the village or bus service.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25255
Received: 02/03/2023
Respondent: Daniel Long
Objections.
Proposed site:
There are already 2 traveller sites in close proximity to Bawburgh village. Costessey Park and Ride and Marlingford Road/Bawburgh Road. This seems enough for a small village. The Park and Ride location is a much more suitable location as its in walking distance to shops/doctors and bus services. As lots of money has already been spent on site it would make more sense to get this site up and running again.
Traffic:
Hockering Lane becomes very congested at times especially with the school traffic. Any increase in traffic would only make the situation worse. Consideration also needs to be given for access to emergency vehicles. Hockering Lane is a dead end road so only one access/exit.
Facilities:
Bawburgh has no shops/doctors/bus service so for families/people that don't drive this would be a problem. There are no safe walking paths in and out of the village.
Village Access:
Bawburgh has 3 entrances/exits. Stocks Hill has chicanes, Sparrows Hill/Church Street can only fit 1 car in places and the bridge which is old and weak. These roads seem unsuitable for caravans and large vehicles.
Flooding and environment:
The adjoining meadow is very often flooded especially during the winter months. The proposed site is next to a residential area (within metres) with many elderly residents. As the park and ride site was closed down due to burning rubbish that got out of control. The fires were very frequent making us unable to open windows especially during the summer.
Objections.
Proposed site:
There are already 2 traveller sites in close proximity to Bawburgh village. Costessey Park and Ride and Marlingford Road/Bawburgh Road. This seems enough for a small village. The Park and Ride location is a much more suitable location as its in walking distance to shops/doctors and bus services. As lots of money has already been spent on site it would make more sense to get this site up and running again.
Traffic:
Hockering Lane becomes very congested at times especially with the school traffic. Any increase in traffic would only make the situation worse. Consideration also needs to be given for access to emergency vehicles. Hockering Lane is a dead end road so only one access/exit.
Facilities:
Bawburgh has no shops/doctors/bus service so for families/people that don't drive this would be a problem. There are no safe walking paths in and out of the village.
Village Access:
Bawburgh has 3 entrances/exits. Stocks Hill has chicanes, Sparrows Hill/Church Street can only fit 1 car in places and the bridge which is old and weak. These roads seem unsuitable for caravans and large vehicles.
Flooding and environment:
The adjoining meadow is very often flooded especially during the winter months. The proposed site is next to a residential area (within metres) with many elderly residents. As the park and ride site was closed down due to burning rubbish that got out of control. The fires were very frequent making us unable to open windows especially during the summer.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25256
Received: 02/03/2023
Respondent: Rachel Lane
Reasons for objection:
1) Traffic - Hockering Lane is a dead end road. Twice a day the road becomes very congested because of the school traffic. Often I have cars parked across my drive. I try to avoid leaving my home at these times. More vehicles will only make the situation worse.
2) Adjoining meadow floods - Every year the meadow floods, each year it gets worse. At times the meadow has been completely under water. I would think that the flooding is only likely to get worse over the coming years and could cause flooding on the proposed site.
3) Very limited facilities - We currently have no shops making Bawburgh an unsuitable location for people that don't drive. We don't have a regular bus service either and no safe footpaths out of Bawburgh making walking to shops unsuitable.
4) Access into Bawburgh village. The movement of caravans/large vehicles in and out of Bawburgh would be a problem. Stocks Hill has chicanes to maneuver around. Church Street/Sparrows Hill (in parts) you can only fit on car at a time and then we have a very old weak bridge coming from Harts Lane. I don't believe the bridge can hold too much weight.
5) Proposed site: Bawburgh already has 2 traveller sites one at the Costessey Park and Ride on long Lane and another on Marlingford Rd/Bawburgh Rd. This seems enough for a small village. The Costessey Park and Ride site seems a much more suitable location and well within walking distance to shops and bus services.
Reasons for objection:
1) Traffic - Hockering Lane is a dead end road. Twice a day the road becomes very congested because of the school traffic. Often I have cars parked across my drive. I try to avoid leaving my home at these times. More vehicles will only make the situation worse.
2) Adjoining meadow floods - Every year the meadow floods, each year it gets worse. At times the meadow has been completely under water. I would think that the flooding is only likely to get worse over the coming years and could cause flooding on the proposed site.
3) Very limited facilities - We currently have no shops making Bawburgh an unsuitable location for people that don't drive. We don't have a regular bus service either and no safe footpaths out of Bawburgh making walking to shops unsuitable.
4) Access into Bawburgh village. The movement of caravans/large vehicles in and out of Bawburgh would be a problem. Stocks Hill has chicanes to maneuver around. Church Street/Sparrows Hill (in parts) you can only fit on car at a time and then we have a very old weak bridge coming from Harts Lane. I don't believe the bridge can hold too much weight.
5) Proposed site: Bawburgh already has 2 traveller sites one at the Costessey Park and Ride on long Lane and another on Marlingford Rd/Bawburgh Rd. This seems enough for a small village. The Costessey Park and Ride site seems a much more suitable location and well within walking distance to shops and bus services.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25257
Received: 06/03/2023
Respondent: Allan Parsons
The adjoining meadow is a flood plain and is often flooded.
There is a gas main pipe that runs under the ground in the proposed site. I would worry from previous experience of the site at the Costessey Park and Ride because they often had fires there.
The Costessey Park and Ride was closed down because a fire got out of control. I would worry this could happen again being next to a residential site.
There is already a lot of traffic in Bawburgh especially due to the school and on Hockering Lane. I would worry about emergency vehicles being able to get through the traffic and parked cars.
We have very little facilities in Bawburgh making it suitable for people who don't drive.
We have no shops, doctors etc. Re-opening the Costessey Park and Ride site would be a much better option. They would be on a bus route, be near shops and doctors.
We have no safe footpaths to be able to walk out of the village making walking to the shops etc unsuitable.
The adjoining meadow is a flood plain and is often flooded.
There is a gas main pipe that runs under the ground in the proposed site. I would worry from previous experience of the site at the Costessey Park and Ride because they often had fires there.
The Costessey Park and Ride was closed down because a fire got out of control. I would worry this could happen again being next to a residential site.
There is already a lot of traffic in Bawburgh especially due to the school and on Hockering Lane. I would worry about emergency vehicles being able to get through the traffic and parked cars.
We have very little facilities in Bawburgh making it suitable for people who don't drive.
We have no shops, doctors etc. Re-opening the Costessey Park and Ride site would be a much better option. They would be on a bus route, be near shops and doctors.
We have no safe footpaths to be able to walk out of the village making walking to the shops etc unsuitable.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25258
Received: 06/03/2023
Respondent: Vanessa Maguire
I don't think the proposed site for Travellers is suitable for the following reasons:
Flooding - The adjoining meadow is very often flooded and is very close to the border of the proposed site. With global warming I would worry that the proposed site could also flood.
Traffic - There is a lot of traffic already that comes to/through Bawburgh. Hockering Lane is a dead end road with only 1 exit/entrance. At school drop off/pick up the traffic becomes very congested. Large vehicles and caravans would have problems moving at these times.
Environment - Previous experiences from travellers at the Costessey Park and Ride site would worry me. I would be very worried if there were fires (like before) and being able to have my windows open. I'm an elderly resident and would feel vulnerable.
I would also worry about emergency vehicles being able to get through with there only being one entrance/exit.
Facilities - We have no facilities i.e. shops, doctors, etc. Anybody moving to the area would ideally have to drive.
I don't think the proposed site for Travellers is suitable for the following reasons:
Flooding - The adjoining meadow is very often flooded and is very close to the border of the proposed site. With global warming I would worry that the proposed site could also flood.
Traffic - There is a lot of traffic already that comes to/through Bawburgh. Hockering Lane is a dead end road with only 1 exit/entrance. At school drop off/pick up the traffic becomes very congested. Large vehicles and caravans would have problems moving at these times.
Environment - Previous experiences from travellers at the Costessey Park and Ride site would worry me. I would be very worried if there were fires (like before) and being able to have my windows open. I'm an elderly resident and would feel vulnerable.
I would also worry about emergency vehicles being able to get through with there only being one entrance/exit.
Facilities - We have no facilities i.e. shops, doctors, etc. Anybody moving to the area would ideally have to drive.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25259
Received: 13/03/2023
Respondent: Jennifer Press
1. The planned traveller site is on a narrow lane with small, mostly old peoples' bungalows on one side and a flood meadow opposite. Residents park their cars along this lane because they have no other option.
2. The flood meadow is being planted with trees, and the pond has been cleared by the owners. local residents are encouraged to walk in the meadow, as are wild life, including Owls, Herons, Kingfishers, Swans, Egrets and other freshwater birds. Otters and other small mammals visit and/or live on the river and its banks.
3. The village school is situated approximately 100 yards from the proposed site. Parents use the lane to park when delivering and collecting their children.
4. It seems a very unsuitable choice for many other reasons, including fear of river contamination and the gas main running under the proposed site.
5. There are no buses or shops, few pavements and no street lights. And we like it that way!
1. The planned traveller site is on a narrow lane with small, mostly old peoples' bungalows on one side and a flood meadow opposite. Residents park their cars along this lane because they have no other option.
2. The flood meadow is being planted with trees, and the pond has been cleared by the owners. local residents are encouraged to walk in the meadow, as are wild life, including Owls, Herons, Kingfishers, Swans, Egrets and other freshwater birds. Otters and other small mammals visit and/or live on the river and its banks.
3. The village school is situated approximately 100 yards from the proposed site. Parents use the lane to park when delivering and collecting their children.
4. It seems a very unsuitable choice for many other reasons, including fear of river contamination and the gas main running under the proposed site.
5. There are no buses or shops, few pavements and no street lights. And we like it that way!
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25260
Received: 23/02/2023
Respondent: Paula Clark
My objections to this residential Gypsy and Traveller site are:
We already have two large traveller sites within 850 metres of this site (New Road and Marlingford Road.)
Bungalows and joining to the site occupied by old and vulnerable people.
An already weak and deteriorating 18th Century bridge coping with large lorries and wide caravans.
Potential lost of value to my property. Potential increase of insurance premium required to insure my property.
An increase of noise pollution due to dogs and outside activities.
Terrible access due to width of road and parking during school time.
Already a purpose made (at present dormant) transit site beside Bawburgh Park and Ride.
My objections to this residential Gypsy and Traveller site are:
We already have two large traveller sites within 850 metres of this site (New Road and Marlingford Road.)
Bungalows and joining to the site occupied by old and vulnerable people.
An already weak and deteriorating 18th Century bridge coping with large lorries and wide caravans.
Potential lost of value to my property. Potential increase of insurance premium required to insure my property.
An increase of noise pollution due to dogs and outside activities.
Terrible access due to width of road and parking during school time.
Already a purpose made (at present dormant) transit site beside Bawburgh Park and Ride.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25261
Received: 20/02/2023
Respondent: Charlotte Kenny
It uses the space all dog owners and families love to use (the meadows we call it) for a peaceful walk, not to be full of caravans, kids, random animals, more vehicles, noise and disturbance.
It uses the space all dog owners and families love to use (the meadows we call it) for a peaceful walk, not to be full of caravans, kids, random animals, more vehicles, noise and disturbance.
Object
Greater Norwich Local Plan Gypsy and Traveller Sites Focused Consultation
Representation ID: 25262
Received: 19/02/2023
Respondent: Wendy Hollands
In my view the land to be used for a proposed traveller site at the end of Hockering Lane in Bawburgh is completely unsuitable. Below are my reasons for objecting to this:
(1) There are already several sites that are currently being used local to Bawburgh to accommodate the travelling community. One such piece of land is the transit site that already exists next to the Costessey Park and Ride. This site is currently closed as a consequence of the damage and mess caused and the unauthorised use by the travelling community. There has already been a substantial cost to clear up that site which was indirectly borne by local residents. Therefore, evidence exists to suggest there is a potential for the proposed Bawburgh site to suffer the same consequences.
(2) Whilst the proposed site is meant to be permeant with 6 pitches, there is potential for other members of the travelling community to use the site in an unauthorised manner, as evidenced at the Costessey P&R site. There is a school in close proximity to the proposed site and during term time the road already gets snarled up with traffic. The road is narrow and caravans/vans moving to and fro the site (which will happen) will add to the congestion.
(3) Bawburgh is a low crime, quiet neighbourhood.
(4) Access to the proposed site is poor. The road towards the end of Hockering lane is narrow and the land on which the traveller site is proposed is in an area that floods. Any villager will tell you that during heavy rain that entire field turns into a lake.
(5) As stated in your own document 'GNLP Gypsy and Traveller Sites and Policies', the proposed site will result in loss and degradation of the vegetation along the river corridor and may lead to contamination of the surrounding area. It will also alter the views that local residents currently enjoy.
(6) Since there is no mention in the GNLP Gypsy and Traveller Sites and Policies document to state otherwise, it would seem to me that there is potential for travellers to buy their pitches.
In my view the land to be used for a proposed traveller site at the end of Hockering Lane in Bawburgh is completely unsuitable. Below are my reasons for objecting to this:
(1) There are already several sites that are currently being used local to Bawburgh to accommodate the travelling community. One such piece of land is the transit site that already exists next to the Costessey Park and Ride. This site is currently closed as a consequence of the damage and mess caused and the unauthorised use by the travelling community. There has already been a substantial cost to clear up that site which was indirectly borne by local residents. Therefore, evidence exists to suggest there is a potential for the proposed Bawburgh site to suffer the same consequences.
(2) Whilst the proposed site is meant to be permeant with 6 pitches, there is potential for other members of the travelling community to use the site in an unauthorised manner, as evidenced at the Costessey P&R site. There is a school in close proximity to the proposed site and during term time the road already gets snarled up with traffic. The road is narrow and caravans/vans moving to and fro the site (which will happen) will add to the congestion.
(3) Bawburgh is a low crime, quiet neighbourhood.
(4) Access to the proposed site is poor. The road towards the end of Hockering lane is narrow and the land on which the traveller site is proposed is in an area that floods. Any villager will tell you that during heavy rain that entire field turns into a lake.
(5) As stated in your own document 'GNLP Gypsy and Traveller Sites and Policies', the proposed site will result in loss and degradation of the vegetation along the river corridor and may lead to contamination of the surrounding area. It will also alter the views that local residents currently enjoy.
(6) Since there is no mention in the GNLP Gypsy and Traveller Sites and Policies document to state otherwise, it would seem to me that there is potential for travellers to buy their pitches.