Object

Representation ID: 1584

Received: 02/08/2021

Respondent: Orbit Homes

Agent: Armstrong Rigg Planning

See attached letter for full response.
The new NPPF includes key changes with respect to how design policies and guidance are provided at a local level. At paragraph 128 it requires all local planning authorities to prepare design guides or codes consistent with the principles set out in the National Design Guide and National Model Design Code, and which reflect local character and design preferences. In this context, we object to the inclusion of a policy on design in the VCHAP as it would fail to provide the level of detailed guidance now required by the NPPF.
Further, the criteria currently proposed only serve to repeat other more detailed policies in other existing plans
and guidance document, such that the proposed Policy SNVC2 – Design is unnecessary.