Comment

Representation ID: 928

Received: 21/11/2024

Respondent: Dennis R Whittaker

Although the bulk of this policy seems sensible, there appears to be an obsession with Cycling and Walking infrastructure. Although such infrastructure should be provided if possible, in the real world it will only cater for a small minority of the population and so money spent on it should be proportionate. Most money should be spent on the road network because this caters for the needs of Motorists, Bus passengers and the majority of freight transportation.

Support

Representation ID: 993

Received: 26/11/2024

Respondent: Sport England

Support provided to the added reference to Sport England's Active Design Guidance as evidence for this policy.

Comments provided that Sport England is producing new guidance on developing Design Codes in respect of physical activity and wishes to work with the Council in the production of the Borough wide Design Code in due course.

Object

Representation ID: 1439

Received: 10/12/2024

Respondent: Police Crime Commissioner for West Midlands (PCCWM)

Agent: Tyler Parkes

Legally compliant? Not specified

Sound? No

Duty to co-operate? Not specified

The PCCWM objects to the current wording of Policy DLP4 which requires, inter alia, greater reference to matters of crime prevention measures. The PCCWM suggests that the policy should be strengthened to read: “7. Dudley Borough will be a safe and secure place to live and work in, through organising the urban environment including the public realm in ways that encourage people to act in a responsible manner (see Policy DLP39). All new Development proposals should include consideration of crime prevention measures and will be required to integrate ‘Secured by Design’ and ‘Park Mark principles to provide active frontages, well-located, safe and accessible pedestrian and cycle infrastructure and an appropriate intensity of use in centres and elsewhere. Designs should promote natural surveillance and defensible spaces. Proposals should also include a maintenance plan to reduce crime, the fear of crime and anti-social behaviour on an ongoing basis. Developers will be encouraged to seek advice from Design Out Crime Officers where appropriate.”

The reasoned justification could helpfully also refer to the types of development where developers should actively seek advice regarding designing out crime. While not exclusive, it is recommended that this should include the following categories of development:

• Major developments
• Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO)
• Hot Food Takeaways
• Public realm works
• Public transport infrastructure proposals.

Furthermore, the Evidence section to the Policy should include reference to Secured by Design, and the Delivery section should refer to, West Midlands Police’s Design Out Crime Officers. (Suggested changes in bold and underlined).