Object
South Norfolk Village Clusters Housing Allocations Plan (Reg. 19 Pre-submission Draft)
Representation ID: 2967
Received: 08/03/2023
Respondent: Mr Alan Highet
Legally compliant? No
Sound? No
Duty to co-operate? Yes
These facilities exist but I understand the primary school is near capacity already and the traffic associated with it is dangerous with irresponsible parking outside the school car park. We witness it every day!! Can the pub survive? It's rarely busy. I'm not aware of buses in the evenings. It's primarily a commuter service and routes are so long are unlikely to deter car use. The church is closed (unsafe), nearest shop/post-office/doctor/dentist c4 miles. Heritage and amenity value of rural views to all villagers and visitors including those passing through, needs protecting, not damaging.
There's scope for more infill housing. Stick to that as Wicklewood's contribution to the overall plan, as it's within the existing planning boundary (that I understand the proposals aren't). Proposals suggest modest numbers but there's already a published desire for significant extension to whatever is allowed - and that will destroy the ambience and character of Wicklewood as a traditional Norfolk village. My comments at 45.1 are all relevant, and having attended a recent Parish Council meeting I agree with their views.