A proposal for 3 new houses in a field on the edge of Freshwater has sparked controversy.
GL Developments IOW Ltd’s application to build 3 self-build houses, an access point, an orchard, a public open space off Queens Road in Freshwater has split opinion, with 13 public comments submitted against the development, compared to 5 in favour.
Those objecting, almost all of whom are Freshwater residents, have expressed concerns relating to local need, the proposed location being a greenfield site and within the Pound Green Conservation Area, anti-social behaviour, tourism, road safety, wildlife, traffic and the impact on local services.
The case in favour has been based on the design of the homes, Island-wide housing need, a dismissal of concerns over traffic and local services, the development’s proposed location, how it fits in with the area’s environment and existing housing bordering the site.
Freshwater resident David Walter said:
“This is a conservation area and will be spoiled for future generations to enjoy if more homes are shoehorned into a greenfield area.
“The area, if developed with a pond, will become a magnet for anti-social behaviour, can you imagine the rubbish created by drinkers on a sunny day?”
Another local resident, Jason Butchers, said:
“I object on the grounds that this is a greenfield site in a very pretty area and houses would have a negative impact on the location and wildlife.
“As a community we should surely be protecting these areas and striving to build much needed low-cost housing in suitable areas.”
Ryde resident Gregory Kelly said:
“I’m in support of this application which provides some much-needed housing on the Isle of Wight.
“Three houses will make zero difference to the local services and traffic on the road.”
The developer’s Design and Access Statement states:
“Self and custom build housing plays a crucial role – as part of a wider package of measures – in securing greater diversity in the housing market, increasing overall supply and helping to deliver the homes people want.
“The proposal is not located within the National Landscape, nor is it environmentally sensitive.”
A public consultation on the development will finish on 20th January and the council is due to make a decision on 10th February.
The same residents that voted for a labour MP who clearly doesn’t see child abuse as an issue and chooses to turn the other cheek…. What goes around comes around. Still shame on you Quigley!!
Yeah, lets have another enquiry instead of acting on the one we’ve already had. Musk’s morons are everywhere.
What does your comment have to do with a planning application – or is it just a Trump/Musk anti-Labour rant which has no relevanceand is factually incorrect?
Not to mention STOPPING the pensioners winter fuel allowance
“HAS HE FORGOTTEN THE ISLAND IS FULL OF PENSIONERS WHO
WON’T FORGET”
No good when the next election comes along trying to
Bribe pensioners with false promises.
More unneeded properties.
There are numerous derelict hotels in Sandown
that could be used for housing.
How can you live in a derelict building?
Would you be happy living in a derelict building especially in this cold weather?
Obviously the derelict buildings need re-furbishing
first.
It is in a conservation area.
Nothing to do with NIMBY….unless, of course you want to destroy the essence of why tourists come here.
That’s probably what was said when todays complainers houses were built.
Yup, lets go to to Farringford to view the beautiful gardens and Tennyson’s house (but try to ignore the three large £1,000,000 new builds that are dominating the area)
This issue begs the obvious question “what is the puspose of having some areas designated ‘green field’ and ‘conservation area’ if these factors are to be ignored as sson as some developerwants to cash in. Does the Council represent the public who elect them or people with vested interests who may be prepared to do individuals favours?