Comment

Draft Nottinghamshire Minerals Local Plan

Representation ID: 31174

Received: 28/09/2018

Respondent: Mrs Jackie Armstrong

Representation Summary:

5.79 - 5.83 There is a danger that too much reliance on desk-based analysis won't capture knowledge of the site from local residents and community history groups. Developers have a vested interest in minimising the landscape, heritage value and agricultural quality of the sites they want to exploit. The information volunteered needs to be carefully vetted to ensure it is balanced and comprehensive.

Full text:

5.79 - 5.83 There is a danger that too much reliance on desk-based analysis won't capture knowledge of the site from local residents and community history groups. Developers have a vested interest in minimising the landscape, heritage value and agricultural quality of the sites they want to exploit. The information volunteered needs to be carefully vetted to ensure it is balanced and comprehensive.