Local plan scoping consultation

Comment

Representation ID: 6570

Received: 01/09/2026

Respondent: Tom Earnshaw

The respondent strongly objects to the proposed 291-hectare development across 12 contiguous parcels at Ashley, arguing that the land is high-performing Green Belt rather than Grey Belt. They contend that it plays a vital role in preventing urban sprawl, maintaining the separation between Greater Manchester and Cheshire, and protecting productive agricultural land. Concerns are raised about Ashley’s limited services, poor public transport provision and constrained access via narrow bridges and rural roads. The submission argues that development of this scale would be unsustainable, placing significant pressure on traffic, infrastructure and drainage, while harming landscapes, wildlife habitats and heritage assets. The site should remain protected Green Belt.

Comment

Representation ID: 6571

Received: 01/09/2026

Respondent: Tom Earnshaw

The respondent strongly objects to the proposed 291-hectare development across 12 contiguous parcels at Ashley, arguing that the land is high-performing Green Belt rather than Grey Belt. They contend that it plays a vital role in preventing urban sprawl, maintaining the separation between Greater Manchester and Cheshire, and protecting productive agricultural land. Concerns are raised about Ashley’s limited services, poor public transport provision and constrained access via narrow bridges and rural roads. The submission argues that development of this scale would be unsustainable, placing significant pressure on traffic, infrastructure and drainage, while harming landscapes, wildlife habitats and heritage assets. The site should remain protected Green Belt.

Comment

Representation ID: 6572

Received: 01/09/2026

Respondent: Tom Earnshaw

The respondent strongly objects to the proposed 291-hectare development across 12 contiguous parcels at Ashley, arguing that the land is high-performing Green Belt rather than Grey Belt. They contend that it plays a vital role in preventing urban sprawl, maintaining the separation between Greater Manchester and Cheshire, and protecting productive agricultural land. Concerns are raised about Ashley’s limited services, poor public transport provision and constrained access via narrow bridges and rural roads. The submission argues that development of this scale would be unsustainable, placing significant pressure on traffic, infrastructure and drainage, while harming landscapes, wildlife habitats and heritage assets. The site should remain protected Green Belt.