Local plan scoping consultation

Comment

Representation ID: 6375

Received: 01/09/2026

Respondent: Barratt David Wilson North West

Agent: Asteer Planning

BDW supports measures to ensure new development is resilient to climate change, including passive design, sustainable drainage, water efficiency, climate-resilient landscaping and renewable or low-carbon technologies. They emphasise that requirements should be proportionate, evidence-based, flexible and informed by whole-plan viability and site-specific circumstances. BDW highlights their commitment to energy-efficient construction and achieving zero-carbon homes by 2030. They consider the Local Plan should facilitate delivery of high-quality, energy-efficient and climate-resilient homes at scale. To achieve environmental objectives, they argue that the Plan must allocate sufficient viable and deliverable sites capable of supporting innovative low-carbon development without compromising overall housing delivery.

Comment

Representation ID: 6376

Received: 01/09/2026

Respondent: Barratt David Wilson North West

Agent: Asteer Planning

BDW supports developing a comprehensive and up-to-date evidence base for the new Local Plan and recommends several additional assessments. They consider an updated Green Belt Assessment necessary to inform the strategic review of Green Belt land, site selection and application of the latest national policy. They also recommend an Open Space Assessment examining the provision, quality, accessibility and deficiencies of existing open space to inform protection and future requirements. Additionally, BDW considers an updated Landscape Character Assessment/Appraisal necessary to reflect current landscape character, sensitivity and capacity for development and to ensure these considerations are applied consistently to site assessment and the spatial strategy.

Comment

Representation ID: 6377

Received: 01/09/2026

Respondent: Barratt David Wilson North West

Agent: Asteer Planning

BDW considers the new Local Plan an opportunity to adopt a pro-growth approach that addresses housing need and affordability while supporting economic growth over the next 20 years. They advocate a balanced portfolio of strategic urban extensions and smaller sustainable sites to meet varied housing needs and maintain a robust supply. BDW considers an appropriate proportion of growth should be directed to northern settlements, where additional housing could support employment growth and address affordability pressures. They also recommend prioritising locations with rail access, particularly where there is capacity for significant development, in accordance with national policy. BDW welcomes further engagement with the Council.