Comment

Representation ID: 10144

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Julia Hogarth

SS11
I&O_10641
Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed large-scale development on Green Belt land in and around Neston and Parkgate. I am answering *Question SS 11* and my choice is: *Option A – Retain the Green Belt* Could I suggest that the Government focus on redeveloping brownfield sites in areas before going for the easier to develop and relatively cheaper to do green belt developments. But that would mean developers have to do more work and remediate sites first.  Developers ambition to achieve high profits need to come secondary to the environmental damage/ loss of agricultural land, which once gone is lost for future generations.  Also current infrastructure is inadequate for current residents poor roads, lack of access to Drs/NHS dentist, poor access to public transport bus or rail, sewage system is at full capacity, no local banking services and our schools are already at full capacity.

Comment

Representation ID: 10145

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Christopher Anthony Bone

SS11
I&O_10642
Question SS 11 Please select the option which is the most appropriate spatial strategy for Cheshire West and Chester: a. Option A - Retain the Green Belt b. Option B - Follow current Local Plan level and distribution of development c. Option C - Sustainable transport corridors d. None of these Response - I wish to choose Option A it is the only one that safeguards the Green Belt and our countryside. I am passionate about the protection of our countryside and I’m a member of the Campaign for Protection of Rural England. I am a big believer that apart from it exceptional circumstances Green Belt should not be used for development. It is there for the following purposes – Check unrestricted sprawl of urban areas Prevent neighbouring towns from merging with each other Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Assist in urban regeneration by encouraging the recycling of derelict and other urban land Once it is gone it is lost forever.

Comment

Representation ID: 10147

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Stuart Rustage

I&O_10644


Option B - Follow current Local Plan level and distribution of development

Comment

Representation ID: 10148

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Emma Harrison

I&O_10645
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed large-scale development on Green Belt land in and around Neston and Parkgate.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10149

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Julie Bone

SS11
I&O_10646
Question SS 11 Please select the option which is the most appropriate spatial strategy for Cheshire West and Chester: a. Option A - Retain the Green Belt b. Option B - Follow current Local Plan level and distribution of development c. Option C - Sustainable transport corridors d. None of these Response - I wish to choose Option A it is the only one that safeguards the Green Belt and our countryside. I am passionate about the protection of our countryside and I’m a member of the Campaign for Protection of Rural England. I am a big believer that apart from it exceptional circumstances Green Belt should not be used for development. It is there for the following purposes – Check unrestricted sprawl of urban areas Prevent neighbouring towns from merging with each other Assist in safeguarding the countryside from encroachment Preserve the setting and special character of historic towns Assist in urban regeneration by encouraging the recycling of derelict and other urban land Once it is gone it is lost forever.
Option A - take forward current Local Plan Objectives
Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10151

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Rachael Ainsworth

I&O_10648
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed large-scale development on Green Belt land in and around Neston and Parkgate.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10153

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Anabelle B

SS11
I&O_10650
Dear Cheshire West and Chester  Council,    My name is xxx and I am answering Question SS 11 and that my choice is: Option A – Retain the Green Belt Thank you,

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10155

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Adam Butcher

I&O_10652
I am responding to Question SS 11 and that my choice is: � Option A – Retain the Green Belt

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10169

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Northern Trust Land Limited

Agent: Savills (UK) Limited

I&O_10666
The most appropriate spatial strategies for CW&C are Options B and C above. For the reasons outlined above, namely to ensure the Local Plan is ambitious and plans to deliver sufficient housing, Option A should be discounted, as retaining the current Green Belt extent would restrict realistic opportunities to deliver sustainable development in appropriate locations in the borough. In order to deliver at least 1,928 new homes per year, the Council will need to assess land that is currently within the Green Belt for its potential to deliver sustainable residential development.  While Savills recognises the prioritisation of previously developed land for housing development, there is not a sufficient supply of available previously developed land in urban areas that is capable of accommodating the housing requirement.

None of these

Comment

Representation ID: 10173

Received: 25/08/2025

Respondent: Tracy Graham

I&O_10670
I would also like to refer you to Question SS11 and Option A - the green belt.  I feel very strongly that we have ‘green belt’ borders there for a reason and these, I believe were implemented by the Cheshire Structure Plan of 1979.  Therefore, if you now propose to build on green belt land in Weaverham, then I would appreciate answers to the questions above.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10211

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Ms Debra Harris

I&O_10708
In response to the proposed housing expansion plan for the wider Northwich area, and specifically Question SS11, I strongly support Option A, which seeks to preserve the existing Green Belt land. The Green Belt plays a vital role in protecting wildlife, which is already under immense pressure from human activity. Many species of birds and small animals rely on these areas for survival, and further development would cause irreversible harm to their habitats.   I also strongly oppose any building on Green Belt land around Barnton and Anderton for the following reasons: Transport Infrastructure – The road network is already at breaking point. The Winnington Swing Bridge cannot accommodate additional traffic. Over the past decade, a number of new housing estates have been built, with planning permission also granted for 1,200 new homes at the Winnington Tata site. In addition, hundreds of heavy lorries are expected to pass through the area to support landfill works linked to the government-approved Tata solar panel scheme. This will cause severe congestion and safety concerns. Local Services – Access to healthcare is already stretched. Residents in Barnton and Anderton struggle to secure appointments with doctors and dentists. The addition of further housing developments will worsen this situation, reducing the quality of life for existing residents.  For these reasons, I urge you to reject proposals to build on the Green Belt in Barnton and Anderton, and instead prioritise the protection of this valuable landscape and the well-being of the community.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Support

Representation ID: 10212

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Ms Daljit Johal

I&O_10709
I would like to opt for Proposal A- retain the Green Belt. I live in the Handbridge Ward, CH4. Your consultation document is not user friendly and therefore I am sending this email. In response to Question SS 11, I support the retention of the Green Belt. There is room for flooding and horrendous traffic problems if housing is built between Lache Lane and Rough Hill. There will be serious issues regarding services and the community.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10216

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Neston Town Council

I&O_10713
Please find the comments from Neston Town Council for the Cheshire West and Chester Local Plan issues and options (Regulation 18) consultation. Comments relate to Section 11 – Neston & Parkgate and Section, as well as the Option A, B and C Site maps from Section 5 Spatial Strategy (Map 5.1, Map 5.2, Map 5.3). Map 5.14 (Neston & Parkgate Growth Options), Questions SS53, SS54 and SS55. Formal response to the CWaC Local Plan Consultation (Issues and Options): “In principle, Neston Town Council agrees that development is necessary, angled strongly towards a high percentage of affordable and social housing. Infrastructure needs to be increased and improved for this to happen. In the first instance, there needs to be a focus on derelict and unused sites. Neston will look chiefly at areas of significant green belt which needs to be retained for recreation. Any land identified as brown belt is to be developed first, followed by grey belt. Neston Town Council considers that NEP02 would be suitable for some mixed-use development as well as NEPO3 for potential sites. Neston Town Council does not consider that NEP01, NEP04, NEP05 or NEP06 are suitable for any development. Constraints for any developments would need to include new schools. Any further development would require a new water treatment centre and sewerage system upgrades. Appropriate upgrades of all essential services and improvements to public transport are a must. Neston Town Council considers that a blend of a healthy amount of all options would be most suitable, whilst retaining as much of the green belt as possible from Option ‘A’ with not as many houses as suggested in Option ‘C’. The Town Council notes that increased development in the area could have a big impact on wildlife and wishes to preserve the town’s sanctuary for wildlife and areas of outstanding natural beauty. Neston Town Council is mindful that there needs to be a balance of nature with its significant impact on tourism and businesses.” It was RESOLVED: To submit the above formal response in full to Cheshire West & Chester’s Local Plan Consultation.

Comment

Representation ID: 10223

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Colin Wong

SS11
I&O_10720
Dear Planning Team, I am for retaining the greenbelt area around Christleton. Many thanks,

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10224

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Yvonne Travis

SS11
I&O_10721
I would like you to take into consideration my views on the planning policy for Weaverham. Question SS11, my vote would be for Option A - Retain the Green Belt.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10226

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Mr John McBain

I&O_10723
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed large-scale development on Green Belt land in and around Neston and Parkgate. I am answering *Question SS 11* and my choice is: *Option A – Retain the Green Belt*  

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10227

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Emma Husband

SS11
I&O_10724
Dear Sirs As a resident of Barnton, I have only just become aware of this plan to build 1700 new homes on the green belt in our small parish village, I would like to object to this planning due to many other areas of brownfield sites that can be used instead of destroying the green countryside with many different wild species that have lived within this area for many many years. Also, the area does NOT have the infrastructure to deal with potentially and increase north of 3,500 cars and over 5,000 new residents. We have ONE GP surgery and ONE petrol station, I am astounded that this is even being considered. I object wholeheartedly to this plan and would put in, with my objection that I choose Option A to retain the green belt. 

Comment

Representation ID: 10228

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Laura Ohlssen

SS11
I&O_10725
Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed large-scale development on Green Belt land in and around Neston and Parkgate. I am answering *Question SS 11* and my choice is: *Option A – Retain the Green Belt*  

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10229

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Julie Burek

SS11
I&O_10726
To whom it may concern, I am writing to object to the local plan that has been proposed for the Chester area. I believe the green space should be preserved for the local wildlife and to reduce the risk of flooding for local residents. I am concerned about the lack of facilities already present for existing residents namely number of doctors, hospitals and schools. I am also concerned about the increase in traffic around this area and the disruption the building work will cause for local residents.  Please reconsider the impact this will have on Cestrians in an already busy city that struggles with overpopulation already. Thank you, Regards,

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10246

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Ms Sarah Eves

I&O_10743
I am emailing you with regards to the proposed housing areas surrounding Weaverham village. (NOR10, NOR11, NOR12) In answer to question SS 11, I would like choose Option A-  Retaining Green Belt.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10247

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Ms Tracey Lambert

I&O_10744
I am responding to the consultation on building new houses in CWAC. I would like to say in response to question SS 11 that I would choose option A to protect the green belt.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10248

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Ms Jenny North

I&O_10745
Hi, I write in regard to the local plan consultation for Home building. I would like to advocate supporting option A which is to maintain the greenbelt as it is. Within CH02 The A41 is currently always busy at school time in rush-hour and journeys take up to double the normal time, more traffic will be a nightmare. Christleton is already a hotspot for people cutting through from the A41 to the A51 and it’s hugely dangerous with all the parked cars & the School, this will just add to it. For everyone who can’t walk to school or work, adding additional houses - where the roads can’t be increased in capacity, will just add time and stress to everybody’s day. As an aside, the consultation is incredibly complex and very difficult to understand, which is why I have emailed - this may be intentional, but feels (as someone not involved at all in town planning) to be very unfair when asking people to input into it - any consultation should be clear and easy to understand - previous consultations from CWAC have been so.
Option A - take forward current Local Plan Objectives

Comment

Representation ID: 10249

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Andrew Pleass

I&O_10746
Firstly I am in favour of Option A to retain existing areas. Secondly with regard to the areas marked for potential housing development on one of the associated maps - namely the area marked as CH03 running both sides of Lache Lane from its junction with Green Lane to the boundary with the A55 Chester Bypass: This area is already subject to flooding during heavy rain as is Lache Lane itself. To build on this land in addition to the recent new housing developments at Kings Moat Garden Village and Beaufort Court which have already added considerable surface water drainage issues to the larger area south of the River Dee despite recent works to upgrade sewers is only likely to exacerbate current poor drainage issues. Traffic levels along Wrexham Road, Lache Lane and Hough Green have increased considerably in recent years leading to frequent congestion and long delays at Overleigh Roundabout and Grosvenor Road/Grosvenor Bridge. Additional housing will cause further strain to these bottlenecks unless the long delayed additional Western  river crossing is built. There is already a need for additional public infrastructure such as schools, medical facilities and public transport provision. Finally, as a local resident, I feel we have been subjected to considerable excessive  noise and traffic disruption due to road and sewerage construction works over the past 5 years or so resulting from construction work on the two aforementioned sites to warrant being spared additional misery if this land is developed as proposed. I trust you will take note of these considerations.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10250

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Neil Gabriel

I&O_10747
I am writing to register my formal objection to the proposed large-scale development on Green Belt land in and around Neston and Parkgate. The Green Belt is a vital planning tool, designed to prevent urban sprawl, maintain the character of our towns and villages, and protect the natural environment. Development of this scale directly conflicts with the principles set out in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), Section 13: Protecting Green Belt Land, which makes clear that Green Belt boundaries should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and that inappropriate development is, by definition, harmful. Beyond policy, such development would have significant adverse consequences: Loss of local identity and heritage – irrevocably changing the rural setting of Neston and Parkgate. Environmental damage – destruction of wildlife habitats and reduction of biodiversity. Infrastructure pressures – increased demand on roads, schools, health services, and utilities, far beyond current capacity. Climate commitments – undermining local and national objectives for sustainable growth and reduced carbon emissions. In response to Question SS 11, my position is unambiguous: Option A – Retain the Green Belt. I urge the Council to respect the clear purpose of Green Belt designation, to prioritise brownfield and sustainable development opportunities, and to ensure compliance with both local policy and the NPPF. Protecting the Green Belt is not only a matter of policy compliance but also one of safeguarding community wellbeing and environmental sustainability for future generations.

Comment

Representation ID: 10251

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Ms Deborah Denne

I&O_10748
I am emailing you with regards to the proposed housing areas surrounding Weaverham village. (NOR10, NOR11, NOR12) In answer to question SS 11, I would like choose Option A-  Retaining Green Belt.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10252

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Miss Susan Gallagher

I&O_10749
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed large-scale development on Green Belt land in and around Neston and Parkgate. I am answering *Question SS 11* and my choice is: *Option A – Retain the Green Belt*

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10253

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Margaret Musson

I&O_10750
In response to the consultation on Cheshire West and Chester Authority's Local Plan, I wish to answer Question SS 11 and my choice is: Option A - Retain the Green Belt.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10254

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Ms Tracey Goodfellow

I&O_10751
I am emailing you with regards to the proposed housing areas surrounding Weaverham village. (NOR10, NOR11, NOR12) In answer to question SS 11, I would like choose Option A-  Retaining Green Belt.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10255

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Shirley Hall

I&O_10752
I am emailing you with regards to the proposed housing areas surrounding Weaverham Village. (NOR10,NOR11,NOR12) In answer to question SS11, I would like to choose OptionA- Retaining Green Belt.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt

Comment

Representation ID: 10256

Received: 16/08/2025

Respondent: Dr Christine Wetherell

I&O_10753
OPTION A IS THE NECESSARY OPTION FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: SUMMARY All your documents and the comments below, only go to make me even more sure that adding any housing is completely wrong for Neston and Parkgate. Much of this document below is copied and pasted from your own documentation, and further shows (especially in certain areas, including wildlife protection), that any reduction in our Greenbelt goes completely against your own aims. Our green space and facilities are hugely limited. Our poorest in need of the help you are committed to.  Plant some trees instead.  Keep your promises to our community as it stands. We have enough poverty in some areas of the town, and this needs addressing first before any thought of new building. We have hardly any greenspaces within the town, so building on our greenbelt would be a disaster, environmentally and socially. Our local health facilities are already at breaking point. Our sewage is already overflowing (figures below) We must protect the Dee Estuary, all the birds, other wildlife, plants, animals and insects that live there, and our local Greenbelt is extremely important in achieving this. Nature is all we have got to protect us and nature for the future.  Already, there are many local changes (below), and this will increase rapidly.  The number of higher tides we have had locally has increased. We have had hotter summers and wetter winters, and we need all the small quantity of green space around us to protect us locally, and reduce our exposure to traffic pollution (A540), which is constantly busy. We have Ness Gardens and RSPB Burtonmere locally – and they are also important to our wildlife. Building nearby would be disastrous for them. Our schools are all at capacity with no area for them to expand, as they are already restricted on size and outside space. You have many other options through the county. And I even wonder if we need so much housing – but this is something for you to take up with the national government, our local MPs etc. Climate figures are below, as well as questions on the general environmental levels you are going to expect on the actual builds. Questions on the amount of green energy, the water and sewage, waste removal etc.  Your plans are generally very good and well thought out, but I am not sure how much it is possible to achieve affordably. Is the government supporting these developments?  Or are the people within West Cheshire responsible for paying?  I query whether building companies will work to the green energy standards we need if we are to even have a chance of not raising the global warming figures, never mind reducing them to your levels of expectation, especially when reading the amount of low carbon reduction you expect (4.2% by 2030) within the borough.  This needs clarifying. From the RSPB Update on the new Planning Laws that are currently being considered by the Government and Parliament (below), the issue on protecting irreplaceable habitats is particularly pertinent to this area due to the Dee Estuary, and should make any plans to build against new government guidelines. I look forward to you detailed responses in the future, especially on the issues around global warming and protecting our precious green environments.

Option A - Retain the Green Belt