Support

Representation ID: 906

Received: 01/11/2024

Respondent: Corbett Meadow Action Group

CMAG support the designation of AHHLV's as providing necessary and appropriate protection for a key component of the Borough's heritage and character consistent with the provisions of paras 191 and 196 of the National Planning Policy Framework December 2023; and in particular welcome the proposed designation of Corbett Hospital and the green space adjacent to it as AHHLV.

In CMAG's view the proposed designation of this area as a AHHLV is fully warranted, legally compliant and sound - please see attached document which sets out CMAG's representations in full.

Support

Representation ID: 920

Received: 01/11/2024

Respondent: Corbett Meadow Action Group

CMAG support the designation of AHHLVs as providing necessary & appropriate protection for a key component of the Borough’s heritage and character consistent with the provisions of paras195 & 196 of NPPF; and in particular welcome the proposed designation of Corbett Hospital and the greenspace adjacent to it as AHHLV.
The historic interest & value of this area is comprehensively set out & referenced in “The Last Meadow” https://www.friendsofcorbettmeadow.com/_files/ugd/db9101_caa75fad87264f0083a2639462dc62a8.pdf and need not be repeated here.
Therefore, the proposed designation of Corbett Meadow as an Area of High Historic Landscape Value is fully warranted, legally compliant and sound.

Support

Representation ID: 1013

Received: 25/11/2024

Respondent: Ms Helen Cook

Corbett Meadow, with its historic Pignut grassland, ancient woodland, and veteran trees, offers stunning views of industrial landmarks. It is the last remaining part of historic Amblecote and has changed little since maps from the mid-1800s. The site may also contain remnants of a windmill on Windmill Hill. Past owners of the estate, including industrialists and glasshouse owners, highlight its significance within the Glass Quarter. John Corbett, the final owner, transformed the 32-acre estate into a hospital to give back to the local community. The remaining 14-acre meadow should be preserved as part of this legacy.
A vast proportion of the estate has already lost to housing, what remains of the estate is the historic meadow of
14 acres (5.72 hectares). This area must remain, it is an
irreplaceable natural / heritage asset.

Comment

Representation ID: 1025

Received: 27/11/2024

Respondent: Lance Cartwright

Corbett Meadow, with its historic Pignut grassland, ancient woodland, and stunning views of industrial landmarks, is the last remaining part of historic Amblecote. Its landscape has changed little since maps from the mid-1800s, and it may contain remnants of a windmill on Windmill Hill. The meadow is a unique 14-acre green space, serving as the "green lungs" of the local community. Once part of the Hill estate, it was bought by philanthropist John Corbett, who converted the estate into a hospital for the people of Stourbridge. Corbett's legacy lives on in local landmarks, and it would be fitting for the meadow to continue benefiting the community as he intended.

The designation of the Corbett Meadow as an Area of High Historic Landscape Value is wholly justified and I fully SUPPORT it. Give this so special urban green space the protection it has earned and deserves.

Support

Representation ID: 1026

Received: 27/11/2024

Respondent: Mr Michael Liley

I strongly support the designation of Corbett Meadow Parkland within this Local Plan as an Area of High Historic Land Value. This is historic parkland including ponds and pignut grassland of regional importance (SINC), and is a part of the former Hill House and old Corbett Hospital Grounds. Historic records show the pastureland has not been disturbed, developed, quarried or cultivated since the late 18thC

Support

Representation ID: 1082

Received: 27/11/2024

Respondent: Mr George Morran

Green Belt, Open Space, Areas of Special Landscape
The proposed policies to protect green spaces in Woodsetton are supported, but their success is threatened by budget cuts, limited funding, and reduced community support. The Trust calls for an Action Plan for Sedgley/ Woodsetton, outlining specific actions, responsibilities, and timelines to ensure these policies are effectively implemented, such as urgent action for Hurst Hill Wood.

Support

Representation ID: 1120

Received: 29/11/2024

Respondent: Suzanne Webb

CMAG support the designation of AHHLVs as providing necessary & appropriate protection for a key
component of the Borough’s heritage and character consistent with the provisions of paras195 & 196
of NPPF; and in particular welcome the proposed designation of Corbett Hospital and the greenspace
adjacent to it as AHHLV.
The historic interest & value of this area is comprehensively set out & referenced in “The Last
Meadow”
https://www.friendsofcorbettmeadow.com/_files/ugd/db9101_caa75fad87264f0083a2639462dc62a8.p
df and need not be repeated here.
Therefore the proposed designation of Corbett Meadow as an Area of High Historic Landscape Value
is fully warranted, legally compliant and sound.

Object

Representation ID: 1147

Received: 29/11/2024

Respondent: Persimmon Homes

Agent: Planning Prospects Ltd

Legally compliant? Yes

Sound? No

Duty to co-operate? No

In conjunction with Policy DLP55, it essentially seeks to identify these areas as non-designated heritage assets. The policy is objected to. The areas of land identified in the plan are extensive and so broad as to not properly identify their significance. Further the policy affords levels of protection which are excessive, not only applying to the land identified but adjoining land and views to and from the identified AHHLV. They effectively amount to a blanket protection of all development on or anywhere near these identified areas which seems unreasonable, especially given the extent of land which they effect in the Borough.

Object

Representation ID: 1342

Received: 27/11/2024

Respondent: Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Number of people: 2

Agent: Claremont Planning Consultancy

Legally compliant? Yes

Sound? No

Duty to co-operate? Yes

Similarly to Policy DLP55, these policies seek to protect non-designated heritage assets. The protection proposed would go over and above the level of protection afforded to such assets through the Framework. Furthermore, the policies as currently drafted are ambiguous as to how proposals are expected to respond to these designations, and how they will be assessed by the authority. Contribution to local character and distinctiveness are subjective matters, and it is a concern that this would be used by decision-makers to object to development proposals. In the context of unmet housing needs and significant environmental challenges and aspirations, it is considered that these policies represent an additional layer of policy that may challenge the delivery of development required to meet local needs. The Council must consider how these policies relate to national policy and guidance, and whether they are justified or necessary to remain in the emerging Plan, as these will likely be scrutinised in respect of consistency with national policy and other tests of soundness, through the plan examination process.

Object

Representation ID: 1397

Received: 27/11/2024

Respondent: Charles Church Homes

Number of people: 2

Agent: Claremont Planning Consultancy

Legally compliant? Yes

Sound? No

Duty to co-operate? Yes

Similarly to Policy DLP55, these policies seek to protect non-designated heritage assets. The protection proposed would go over and above the level of protection afforded to such assets through the Framework. Furthermore, the policies as currently drafted are ambiguous as to how proposals are expected to respond to these designations, and how they will be assessed by the authority. Contribution to local character and distinctiveness are subjective matters, and it is a concern that this would be used by decision-makers to object to development proposals. In the context of unmet housing needs and significant environmental challenges and aspirations, it is considered that these policies represent an additional layer of policy that may challenge the delivery of development required to meet local needs. The Council must consider how these policies relate to national policy and guidance, and whether they are justified or necessary to remain in the emerging Plan, as these will likely be scrutinised in respect of consistency with national policy and other tests of soundness, through the plan examination process.

Comment

Representation ID: 1411

Received: 21/11/2024

Respondent: National Trust

As set out above, whilst we have not previously commented on this policy, we have identified in our further research on the land proposed to be encompassed in the Regional Park area within Dudley that this is identified almost entirely as an AHHLV, alongside several other designations.
We are supportive of this policy and consider that the Regional Park can present opportunities to enhance this AHHLV. This area is crossed by many public rights of way and we would encourage the enhancement and connectivity of these public rights of way, subject to ensuring that these would not have a detrimental impact on the character of the AHHLV.

Comment

Representation ID: 1494

Received: 29/11/2024

Respondent: Hagley Homes

Agent: Lichfields

The site (Land at Junction 3, M5, Halesowen) is also identified within the PP as forming part of an ‘Area of High Historic Landscape Value’ [AHHLV]. Supporting text to Draft Policy DLP60 (Areas of High Historic Landscape Value) sets out that (paragraph 14.29): “Areas of High Historic Landscape Value (AHHLV) are one of the Historic Environment Area Designations (HEADS) and define areas of landscape of acknowledged importance…Policy DLP60 aims to ensure that where new development is proposed in an AHHLV, every effort must be made to ensure it consolidates or enhances its existing positive characteristics and that views into, out of and within the AHHLV are respected.”
Hagley Homes is supportive of the Council seeking to protect important landscape areas within the Borough. However, having reviewed the Councils evidence base, Hagley Homes is concerned that the Council has not sufficiently justified the designation of the site as an AHHLV. This assertion is supported by the conclusions of a Landscape and Visual Appraisal Note, prepared by FPCR, which examines the Councils evidence base and raises concerns about the approach to identifying AHHLVs. These representations therefore review the evidence which underpins the AHHLV designation and give an overview of the conclusions reached by FPCR in respect of the site.