Comment

Representation ID: 12863

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Mr J Hampson

I&O_13382
Yes – the following constraints must be recognised: 1. Environmental constraints Flood risk and drainage systems on Eaton Lane and Hartford Road are already overstretched and are not provisioned to handle further demand. The River Weaver and associated wetlands must be protected from nutrient runoff and pollution. These areas support rare and threatened species including kingfishers, bats, birds of prey, and otters. Hedgerows, ancient trees, and high-grade agricultural land, form part of the historic rural landscape and should be safeguarded under national and local Green Infrastructure and biodiversity policies (e.g. Green infrastructure, biodiversity and geodiversity Policy & Local Nature Recovery Strategy) 2. Infrastructure capacity Road networks (A556, Eaton Lane, Hartford Road) are already beyond capacity; further development would be unsafe and unsustainable. Limited parking in Davenham village, which would lead to further congestion and negatively impact access to local businesses  Emergency services are frequently delayed in this area. Additional congestion would put lives at risk, especially given the presence of nursing homes in Davenham. Utilities, including sewage and water systems, are outdated and incapable of supporting further housing growth. 3. Housing need and spatial strategy Development should be prioritised on brownfield, central, and transport-connected sites—none of which apply to NOR07, NOR06, or NOR08. These sites cannot deliver the affordable and social housing most urgently needed. Their development would provide negligible benefit to national housing objectives, the Local Plan, or local communities. By contrast, regeneration of Northwich town centre and expansion of Winnington village, which is not included in the current housing figures within this plan, can deliver thousands of sustainable, well-connected homes. Developing rural areas such as NOR07, NOR06 & NOR08 would permanently remove productive farmland at a time when food security is increasingly urgent due to climate and global instability. 4. Policy alignment Development of NOR07, 06 & 08 contradict local and national policy commitments on biodiversity, sustainability, and agricultural protection. It also undermines the Council’s own stated aim (SS3) to maximise urban regeneration before rural expansion.  In Summary Support – Town centre regeneration, brownfield reuse, and NOR10 (with conditions). Reject completely – NOR07 and NOR06, with NOR08 also deeply constrained. Development of NOR07, 06 & 08 would deliver no meaningful housing benefit, would severely exacerbate existing infrastructure and flooding problems, and would cause permanent environmental harm. These sites are unsuitable, unsustainable, and wholly inconsistent with both the Local Plan’s spatial principles and the urgent requirement to deliver affordable and social housing where it is most needed. 

Comment

Representation ID: 12866

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Mr P Foden

I&O_13385
Yes – the following constraints must be recognised: 1. Environmental constraints Flood risk and drainage systems on Eaton Lane and Hartford Road are already overstretched and are not provisioned to handle further demand. The River Weaver and associated wetlands must be protected from nutrient runoff and pollution. These areas support rare and threatened species including kingfishers, bats, birds of prey, and otters. Hedgerows, ancient trees, and high-grade agricultural land, form part of the historic rural landscape and should be safeguarded under national and local Green Infrastructure and biodiversity policies (e.g. Green infrastructure, biodiversity and geodiversity Policy & Local Nature Recovery Strategy) 2. Infrastructure capacity Road networks (A556, Eaton Lane, Hartford Road) are already beyond capacity; further development would be unsafe and unsustainable. Limited parking in Davenham village, which would lead to further congestion and negatively impact access to local businesses  Emergency services are frequently delayed in this area. Additional congestion would put lives at risk, especially given the presence of nursing homes in Davenham. Utilities, including sewage and water systems, are outdated and incapable of supporting further housing growth. 3. Housing need and spatial strategy Development should be prioritised on brownfield, central, and transport-connected sites—none of which apply to NOR07, NOR06, or NOR08. These sites cannot deliver the affordable and social housing most urgently needed. Their development would provide negligible benefit to national housing objectives, the Local Plan, or local communities. By contrast, regeneration of Northwich town centre and expansion of Winnington village, which is not included in the current housing figures within this plan, can deliver thousands of sustainable, well-connected homes. Developing rural areas such as NOR07, NOR06 & NOR08 would permanently remove productive farmland at a time when food security is increasingly urgent due to climate and global instability. 4. Policy alignment Development of NOR07, 06 & 08 contradict local and national policy commitments on biodiversity, sustainability, and agricultural protection. It also undermines the Council’s own stated aim (SS3) to maximise urban regeneration before rural expansion.  In Summary Support – Town centre regeneration, brownfield reuse, and NOR10 (with conditions). Reject completely – NOR07 and NOR06, with NOR08 also deeply constrained. Development of NOR07, 06 & 08 would deliver no meaningful housing benefit, would severely exacerbate existing infrastructure and flooding problems, and would cause permanent environmental harm. These sites are unsuitable, unsustainable, and wholly inconsistent with both the Local Plan’s spatial principles and the urgent requirement to deliver affordable and social housing where it is most needed. 

Comment

Representation ID: 12869

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Iain Knox

NOR06, NOR07
I&O_13388
Serious concerns regarding NOR06 and NOR07: Having lived in Davenham for over 20 years I can absloutely state that the proposed developments here will have a seriously detrimental effect on the community and the natural environment surrounding us: Flood risk - open fields, woods and farmlands provide vital soakaway to absorb heavy rainfalls. We know the climate is changing, bringing us drier summers and wetter winters with episodes of significant rainfall. We have already seen occasional flooding in the Hartford Road / Eaton Lane areas. Further large scale building will increase the flooding risk in adjacent areas.  Wildlife habitat loss - areas NOR06 and NOR07 both support a large and varied wildlife population, some of which are protected under law (badgers, bats, owls). This is a particular interest of mine as I spend a large amount of time watching and photographing the local wildlife. Habitat destruction is a brutal result of urban development, and is yet another strong argument for brownfield development instead. It's desperately sad to contemplate more swathes of countryside being built over, and losing these green spaces forever, as is happening on so many other sites within walking distance of us and further afield.  Traffic - NOR07 lies at the end of Eaton Lane (my road). It's a narrow road and barely big enough for the occasional agricultural traffic to/from the farms the lane leads to. The proposed NOR07 development would inevitably bring huge amounts of traffic, both at the preparation/construction stage, and then with the new residents when complete. The proposed 440 houses would likely lead to another 800+ cars in the vicinity. For a village of Davenham's size, this one development alone would create a disproportionate increase in traffic and associated pollution, congestion and damage to the road surfaces (which the council is shamefully slow at repairing, even now). As it stands, the traffic congestion at rush hour is a significant problem around the Davenham roundabout (A556), through Kingsmead, and heading into Hartford. A proposed development (or two) in the village would only add to the problem.  Local amenities / services - these proposed large developments would place huge and undue pressure on existing facilities such as the village primary school, local GP surgeries and dentists. Developments NOR06 and NOR07 are, it seems, in breach of CWACs Local plan...the plan states that they will continue to: -   Protect the character of a village : allowing developers to double the size of Davenham is at odds with this  Promote wellbeing : t hese proposals would allow development on green spaces  Only consider Prime farmland in exceptional circumstances : Both NOR06 & NOR07 are both considered to be prime farmland Ensure there is appropriate infrastructure. There is absoutely not the infrastructure in place to support such proposed developments. Roads, schools, services around the village cannot absorb the impact of such an increase in traffic and people Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting - the curreny CWAC local plan, as mentioned above, surely prevents the consideration of such large housing developments in this relatively small village.

Comment

Representation ID: 12872

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Limara Hyde

I&O_13391
Northwich It is a real positive to see the expansion of the Victoria Infirmary, but the town still suffers from a shortage of Doctors Dentists, Teachers - especially SEN and of course from an emergency services perspective the ever reducing fire service vis a vis more housing to provide cover for London Road, Chester Road Castle Street, Manchester Road - at peak times and Saturdays these roads are operating at capacity and many residents living on the outskirts will not travel into the town centre because of the traffic queues into town!! Highways need to consider park & ride (plus see our comments re NOR10 - Weaverham  Davenham CWACs Local plan states that they will continue to:- Protect the character of a village: allowing developers to double the size of Davenham is at odds with this Promote wellbeing: these proposals would allow development on green spaces Only consider Prime farmland in exceptional circumstances - Both NOR06 & NOR07 are both considered to be prime farmland Ensure there is appropriate infrastructure! Roads at capacity, Buses infrequent and availability not conducive to regular use. Trains require users to drive to all nearby stations - car parking is costly and limited  - NOR06 - NOR07 Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely  isproportionate to the village’s size and setting Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity. The road network,particularly the A556, Hartford Road, and London Road, suffers from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns.Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services. The sites identified include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. There is no Doctors or Dentists surgery in the village and the primary school is operating at capacity. The bus service is limited and there is no access to a railway station without driving at least 15 mins to Hartford, Northwich or Plumley  - NOR06 - Land to the rear of Church Street and London Road Lack of adequate infrastructure is already known to CWAC Highways. This area would require access via two of the three busiest streets in the village! These roads operate at capacity at peak times A known and designated conservation area is situated in the centre of NOR06 NOR06 is home to two working farms and both of these landowners (either side of the Conservation area) have publicly stated they have no intention of selling their farms We are aware of a 72 Bed Dementia care nursing home currently working its way through the planning process - When approved, it will take land in NOR06 and increase traffic via staff visitors and suppliers  There is a long established footpath here that would need to be protected A large sewage pipe runs across this land The land falls steeply down to Elderbriar brook. This would be overwhelmed with substantial surface water. It feeds into the River Dane near the old stone bridge and this area has seen a broad area of flooded farmland in recent years. The area is known for its diverse fauna and flora with ancient trees that are home to a variety of birds The grass areas are homes to foxes hedgehogs bees etc and should be protected under existing wildlife and conservation requirements/regulations - NOR07 - Land off Eaton lane - currently down a single track lane Another Infrastructure hotspot known to CWAC Highways, as all current traffic from Eaton Lane, Eaton Crescent & Pritchard Drive, have to use Hartford road (The third known busiest road in the village) to access the A556 There has been serious flooding around the junction of Eaton Land and Hartford – below the site where NOR07 is proposed. Increased areas of tarmac and concrete will magnify this problem. A development of 440 houses would easily equate to over 800 cars - and Eaton Lane could not cope with this volume of traffic Eaton Lane (post cattle grid) is home to a ground works business, a working farm and a small residential site plus a Caravan Club recognised Camp site. These businesses would be severely impacted by any housing development NORO7 has been identified by Cadent as a proposed route for a future Hydrogen pipeline. This introduces a significant future infrastructure constraint and raises potential safety and planning concerns. The presence of such a pipeline would almost certainly reduce the developable area and adds a further layer of risk that has not been adequately accounted for in the site assessment process  Eaton Lane -the actual farm land is considered to be in the top 10 in the UK re it’s condition for growing crops. It is currently used to grow crops such as Maze & Cheshire new potatoes The Land is also home to numerous butterflies, bees, foxes, wood pigeons, buzzards and Bats, (we believe there could be a Roost in the trees near to the railway line) There is also Owls are nesting there and there are multiple Badger sets (which are now protected by the current Government)  Cheshire Wildlife Trust are also in the process of identifying more wildlife corridors and Vale Royal Locks and the surrounding fields are in scope for this! We are aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current pre application submitted by Stonhams for a reasonably sized development and village Community centre on land adjoining Butchers Stile  We are also aware of Tatton Estate’s plans to develop the Hamlet of Bostock, opposite the Hayhurst Arms i.e Bostock Green. These two developments, if included in the Local plan would collectively add circa 200 dwellings to the Parish  These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting. For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final local plan. 

Comment

Representation ID: 12890

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Dorothy Gamble

NOR06, NOr07
I&O_13409
Current Infrastructure NOR 06 Land to the rear of Church Street and London Road CWAC Highways already know that there is a lack of adequate infrastructure regarding the land to the rear of Church Street and London Road.  The area would require access via two of the three busiest streets in the village.  Residents know that these roads operate at capacity now, at peak times especially. Roads – Many people bypass the Bypass (A556) which itself suffers from heavy congestion creating a ‘rat run’ through Davenham.  This already causes unacceptable congestion and speed through the village (although there are signs stating 20 miles per hour these are largely ignored by a high percentage of people).  These conditions through the village make crossing the road almost impossible and highly dangerous at times. On several occasions I have witnessed and been caught up in complete grid lock with some drivers losing their patience and temper. This will also compromise air quality as well as multiple safety concerns. There have been many road traffic accidents at Davenham roundabout which will only be exacerbated with an increase in traffic caused by further development.   Limited local bus services and public transport provision will suffer unsustainable pressure with an influx of additional residents and the nearest railway stations are Hartford, Plumley and Northwich to which there is no access unless driving a car, thereby exacerbating already congested roads. NOR 07 – Land off Eaton Lane (access currently down a single-track lane) Another Infrastructure trouble spot also known to CWAC Highways, is that all current traffic from Pritchard Drive, Eaton Lane and Eaton Crescent have to use Hartford Road to access the A556.  This is the third busiest road in the village. Davenham Village Surgeries There are no Doctors or Dentists surgeries in the village. Schools There are no current details/plans on available school places in the near vicinity.  It appears that the local Secondary Schools appear to be working to capacity as does Davenham Primary School.  At this time there doesn’t appear to be provision in CWAC’s plans for new schools except one proposed in Chester and one in Ledsham Garden Village.  These are both Primary Schools.  Neither proposal benefits Davenham. According to CWAC’s Local Plan they will continue to:  Protect the character of the village :   CWAC allowing the developers to double the size of Davenham would be at odds with this ethos. Promote wellbeing : these proposals would allow development on green spaces depriving people of the means to benefit from the wellbeing properties of green space. Only consider Prime farmland in exceptional circumstances : Both NOR 06 and NOR 07 are both prime farmland which appears to fly in the face of ‘exceptional circumstances.’ Ensure there is appropriate infrastructure : Roads in Davenham are at capacity and buses are infrequent which is not conducive to regular use.  Trains require users to drive to all nearby stations which in turn requires car parking availability which is costly and limited. As a historic village, Davenham, has a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area.  The proposed developments would fundamentally alter the rural aspect of the village, and risk infringement on heritage assets, resources, estates, and open spaces valued by the community. Are there any Trusts of Land or Covenants on any land earmarked for these developments? The scale of the proposed developments is entirely disproportionate to the size and setting of the village.

Comment

Representation ID: 12908

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Ian Storey

I&O_13427
-  NOR06 - NOR07   Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting. Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity.    The road network, particularly the A556, Hartford Road and London Road, suffer from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services which already don’t operate on a Sunday. Although there is a petrol station and mini supermarket in Davenham, this regularly gets full of vehicles, which spill out onto London Road, making it very challenging to get through at busy periods with people mounting the kerb / overtaking etc. This is already a major concern for emergency vehicles trying to get through. Church Street, which is used as a cut through to Middlewich is very congested at busy periods and in some cases people double park making it impossible for emergency vehicles to get through. The petrol station is used not only by Davenham residents but also people from other local villages, as there is no filling station in Hartford or Kingsmead etc. It can also be very dangerous crossing London Road so a significant increase in vehicles will surely result in a higher probability of accidents. There is a speed sensor on the hill, going down into the village, which the vast majority of drivers ignore.   Even with current population numbers in Davenham, it is very challenging getting into Northwich town centre, especially on weekend days when many families are off work/school. There is regularly a long queue all the way down into the town from Kingsmead and a significant increase in vehicles would make it nearly impossible to use the town amenities on a weekend.   Although there is a primary school in Davenham, this is regularly at capacity or near, despite having been extended. This is the same with nearby schools in Kingsmead and Moulton. There are no dentist or doctors surgeries and it is very difficult for new residents to get into any of the local dentist surgeries on an NHS basis.   The sites identified also include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. I am aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current application submitted by Wain Estates, a pre-application from Stonhams, and a small development at Bostock Green collectively involving around 200 dwellings. These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting.   For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan.

Comment

Representation ID: 12916

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Alexandra Storey

I&O_13435
-  NOR06 - NOR07   Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting. Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity.    The road network, particularly the A556, Hartford Road and London Road, suffer from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services which already don’t operate on a Sunday. Although there is a petrol station and mini supermarket in Davenham, this regularly gets full of vehicles, which spill out onto London Road, making it very challenging to get through at busy periods with people mounting the kerb / overtaking etc. This is already a major concern for emergency vehicles trying to get through. Church Street, which is used as a cut through to Middlewich is very congested at busy periods and in some cases people double park making it impossible for emergency vehicles to get through. The petrol station is used not only by Davenham residents but also people from other local villages, as there is no filling station in Hartford or Kingsmead etc. It can also be very dangerous crossing London Road so a significant increase in vehicles will surely result in a higher probability of accidents. There is a speed sensor on the hill, going down into the village, which the vast majority of drivers ignore.   Even with current population numbers in Davenham, it is very challenging getting into Northwich town centre, especially on weekend days when many families are off work/school. There is regularly a long queue all the way down into the town from Kingsmead and a significant increase in vehicles would make it nearly impossible to use the town amenities on a weekend.   Although there is a primary school in Davenham, this is regularly at capacity or near, despite having been extended. This is the same with nearby schools in Kingsmead and Moulton. There are no dentist or doctors surgeries and it is very difficult for new residents to get into any of the local dentist surgeries on an NHS basis.   The sites identified also include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. I am aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current application submitted by Wain Estates, a pre-application from Stonhams, and a small development at Bostock Green collectively involving around 200 dwellings. These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting.   For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan.  

Comment

Representation ID: 12931

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Barry Ruston

NOR06, NOR07
I&O_13450
- NOR06 - NOR07 Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting. The existing road network infrastructure into Davenham is already under considerable pressure, particularly along London Road from the A556, Hartford Road and the narrow Church Street which is used as a shortcut in and out of the village. These areas suffer from heavy congestion and further development would exacerbate the issues of traffic, parking, air quality and safety. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services.  The local school is close to capacity, there is no local healthcare provision, and that in surrounding is already under pressure.  The sites identified include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of wildlife habitats, biodiversity, productive farmland and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. I am aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current application submitted by Wain Estates, a pre-application from Stonhams, and a small development at Bostock Green; collectively involving around 200 dwellings. These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, guaranteed infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting. For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan.

Comment

Representation ID: 12954

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Tim Kirwin

I&O_13473
In addition, 1700 new homes would put intolerable strain on the existing single lanes through and around Barnton village and on the already over-stretched routes into Northwich i.e Soot Hill and Barnton Bridge.  The bridge in particular surely should be a priority as this has caused congestation for many years. 

Comment

Representation ID: 12962

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Andrew Bottomley

I&O_13481
These suggestions are not new and I am sure are discussed during new development requests Infrastructure, access to rail/bus services and main arterial road network should have a direct bearing on suitability. Avoid adding congestion to traffic hot spots Local amenities, Shops, schools and open spaces should be available Loss of Habitats should be minimized Effect on existing populations should be minimal.

Comment

Representation ID: 12988

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Alexandra O'Toole

I&O_13507
Facilities The village does not have the GP/ Dental facilities to accommodate so many new residents. Hospitals services are struggling, even urgent fast track appointments are delayed. A&E depts with 11/12 hour waits are not unusual. There’s already a lack of hospital beds A&E facilities are over 30 mins away in Crewe or Warrington. Northwich has no A&E. Long Ambulance wait times.    Schools Will there are be enough School palces? Will there be enough Nursery Places? Will there be enough SEN places?    Services Public Transport is insufficient, Trains and bus services are not suitable for such an increase in population. Local roads unsuitable for widening to accommodate the increase in traffic, and currently dangerous for foot and cycle traffic. Any biodiversity measures imposed on developers should be within the local area, not offset to other sites nationally.

Comment

Representation ID: 12999

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Mr John Storey

I&O_13518
-  NOR06 - NOR07   Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting. Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity.  The road network, particularly the A556, Hartford Road and London Road, suffer from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services which already don’t operate on a Sunday. Although there is a petrol station and mini supermarket in Davenham, this regularly gets full of vehicles, which spill out onto London Road, making it very challenging to get through at busy periods with people mounting the kerb / overtaking etc. This is already a major concern for emergency vehicles trying to get through. Church Street, which is used as a cut through to Middlewich is very congested at busy periods and in some cases people double park making it impossible for emergency vehicles to get through. The petrol station is used not only by Davenham residents but also people from other local villages, as there is no filling station in Hartford or Kingsmead etc. It can also be very dangerous crossing London Road so a significant increase in vehicles will surely result in a higher probability of accidents. There is a speed sensor on the hill, going down into the village, which the vast majority of drivers ignore. Even with current population numbers in Davenham, it is very challenging getting into Northwich town centre, especially on weekend days when many families are off work/school. There is regularly a long queue all the way down into the town from Kingsmead and a significant increase in vehicles would make it nearly impossible to use the town amenities on a weekend. Although there is a primary school in Davenham, this is regularly at capacity or near, despite having been extended. This is the same with nearby schools in Kingsmead and Moulton. There are no dentist or doctors surgeries and it is very difficult for new residents to get into any of the local dentist surgeries on an NHS basis. The sites identified also include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. I am aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current application submitted by Wain Estates, a pre-application from Stonhams, and a small development at Bostock Green collectively involving around 200 dwellings. These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting. For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan.

Comment

Representation ID: 13007

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Barbara Storey

I&O_13526
-  NOR06 - NOR07   Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting. Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity.  The road network, particularly the A556, Hartford Road and London Road, suffer from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services which already don’t operate on a Sunday. Although there is a petrol station and mini supermarket in Davenham, this regularly gets full of vehicles, which spill out onto London Road, making it very challenging to get through at busy periods with people mounting the kerb / overtaking etc. This is already a major concern for emergency vehicles trying to get through. Church Street, which is used as a cut through to Middlewich is very congested at busy periods and in some cases people double park making it impossible for emergency vehicles to get through. The petrol station is used not only by Davenham residents but also people from other local villages, as there is no filling station in Hartford or Kingsmead etc. It can also be very dangerous crossing London Road so a significant increase in vehicles will surely result in a higher probability of accidents. There is a speed sensor on the hill, going down into the village, which the vast majority of drivers ignore. Even with current population numbers in Davenham, it is very challenging getting into Northwich town centre, especially on weekend days when many families are off work/school. There is regularly a long queue all the way down into the town from Kingsmead and a significant increase in vehicles would make it nearly impossible to use the town amenities on a weekend. Although there is a primary school in Davenham, this is regularly at capacity or near, despite having been extended. This is the same with nearby schools in Kingsmead and Moulton. There are no dentist or doctors surgeries and it is very difficult for new residents to get into any of the local dentist surgeries on an NHS basis. The sites identified also include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. I am aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current application submitted by Wain Estates, a pre-application from Stonhams, and a small development at Bostock Green collectively involving around 200 dwellings. These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting. For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan.

Comment

Representation ID: 13025

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Nick George

I&O_13544
We are residents of Hartford Road, Davenham and would like to highlight constraints in Davenham Village with NOR07 and NOR06 Davenham is a historic village and is a designated Conservation Area. We feel that the plans for Davenham are disproportionate to the village’s size and setting. The village is not walkable for most to Hartford or Northwich train station and new residents would require cars to commute. Bus services are limited The school is at capacity already with no room for expansion and has considerable issues with parking on Mount Pleasant Road NOR07  - Davenham Prime farm land which local plans should preserve NOR07 would require traffic to use Eaton Lane for access. This is a small lane coming out onto Hartford Road which is very narrow in parts with a blind bend in the middle. It is regularly blocked causing issues for buses and bin collections to get down the road. Further traffic from development on NOR07 would completely block this area, affect air quality and make it unsafe. We are lucky to have parking on our front drive but many houses on Hartford Road do not have space for cars. Damage to cars parked on the road is now a regular occurrence with 2 of our neighbours suffering this damage in the last few weeks, one yesterday. These were reported to police and the future risk of adding more housing in the area should be assessed as part of the plans. Cadent have a proposed gas pipe site at the bottom of Eaton Lane. The plan to also build in this area could add to delays and opportunity to complete the local plan. Cadent, I believe, have assessed the access between Eaton Lane and Hartford Road and are looking at other options for getting materials to site as access for lorries is so tight. Eaton Lane provides access from the village to the canal network providing safe access to residents to enjoy open space and exercise without the use of cars. There would be a great loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. Flood risk. The Hartford Road/ Eaton Lane junction floods each year. Building on NOR07 would exacerbate this issue by increasing surface water run-off and impact local watercourses NOR06 - Davenham London Road is a heavily congested road and is often used as an alternative if the A556 has congestion. Access to the garage and shops in the village is difficult due to parking issues and congestion on London Road We would like CWAC to look at the disproportionate way that the draft local plan affects Davenham village and request that the information above is used to consider carefully current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham and that they are removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan.  

Comment

Representation ID: 13057

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Judith Burbidge

I&O_13576
Please see my comments below regarding the consultation on the above. NORO6,land to the rear of London Road ,Church Street Davenham and NORO7 land off Eaton Lane Davenham  Davenhams existing infrastructure is already operating at near  capacity .The roads onto the A556 within the village,London Road and Hartford Road are not suitable for additional  traffic at peak times .There is very limited parking at the  shop area in the village centre with a lot of dangerous on street parking already with no zebra crossings  .The school has been moved and enlarged already with no space for growth on such large numbers .Public transport to the village is very poor with a limited number of buses  that do not link to railway stations .

Comment

Representation ID: 13058

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Simon Burbidge

I&O_13577
Please see my comments below regarding the consultation on the above. NORO6,land to the rear of London Road ,Church Street Davenham and NORO7 land off Eaton Lane Davenham  Davenhams existing infrastructure is already operating at near  capacity .The roads onto the A556 within the village,London Road and Hartford Road are not suitable for additional  traffic at peak times .There is very limited parking at the  shop area in the village centre with a lot of dangerous on street parking already with no zebra crossings  .The school has been moved and enlarged already with no space for growth on such large numbers .Public transport to the village is very poor with a limited number of buses  that do not link to railway stations .

Comment

Representation ID: 13075

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Iain Swithenbank

I&O_13594
when developing the new Local Plan Northwich It is a real positive to see the expansion of the Victoria Infirmary, but the town still suffers from a shortage of Doctors Dentists, Teachers - especially SEN and of course from an emergency services perspective the ever reducing fire service vis a vis more housing to provide cover for London Road, Chester Road Castle Street, Manchester Road - at peak times and Saturdays these roads are operating at capacity and many residents living on the outskirts will not travel into the town centre because of the traffic queues into town!! Highways need to consider park & ride (plus see our comments re    NOR10 - Weaverham Davenham CWACs Local plan states that they will continue to:-  1. Protect the character of a village: allowing developers to double the size of Davenham is at odds with this  2. Promote wellbeing: these proposals would allow development on green spaces  3. Only consider Prime farmland in exceptional circumstances.NOR06 & NOR07 are both considered to be prime farmland  4. Ensure there is appropriate infrastructure! Roads at capacity, Buses infrequent and availability not conducive to regular use. Trains require users to drive to all nearby stations - car parking is costly and limited.   NOR06 - NOR07 Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity. The road network,particularly the A556, Hartford Road, and London Road, suffers from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns.   Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services. The sites identified include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. There is no Doctors or Dentists surgery in the village and the primary school is operating at capacity. The bus service is limited and there is no access to a railway station without driving at least 15 mins to Hartford, Northwich or Plumley.   NOR06 - Land to the rear of Church Street and London Road  ● Lack of adequate infrastructure is already known to CWAC Highways. This area would require access via two of the three busiest streets in the village! These roads operate at capacity at peak times  ● A known and designated conservation area is situated in the centre of NOR06  ● NOR06 is home to two working farms and both of these landowners (either side of the Conservation area) have publicly stated they have no intention of selling their farms  ● We are aware of a 72 Bed Dementia care nursing home currently working its way through the planning process - When approved, it will take land in NOR06 and increase traffic via staff visitors and suppliers  ● There is a long established footpath here that would need to be protected  ● A large sewage pipe runs across this land  ● The land falls steeply down to Elderbriar brook. This would be overwhelmed with substantial surface water. It feeds into the River Dane near the old stone bridge and this area has seen a broad area of flooded farmland in recent years.  ● The area is known for its diverse fauna and flora with ancient trees that are home to a variety of birds  ● The grass areas are homes to foxes hedgehogs bees etc and should be protected under existing wildlife and conservation requirements/regulations   NOR07 - Land off Eaton lane - currently down a single track lane   ● Another Infrastructure hotspot known to CWAC Highways, as all current traffic from Eaton Lane, Eaton Crescent & Pritchard Drive, have to use Hartford road (The third known busiest road in the village) to access the A556  ● There has been serious flooding around the junction of Eaton Land and Hartford – below the site where NOR07 is proposed. Increased areas of tarmac and concrete will magnify this problem.  ● A development of 440 houses would easily equate to over 800 cars - and Eaton Lane could not cope with this volume of traffic  ● Eaton Lane (post cattle grid) is home to a ground works business, a working farm and a small residential site plus a Caravan Club recognised Camp site. These businesses would be severely impacted by any housing development ● NORO7 has been identified by Cadent as a proposed route for a future Hydrogen pipeline. This introduces a significant future infrastructure constraint and raises potential safety and planning concerns. The presence of such a pipeline would almost certainly reduce the developable area and adds a further layer of risk that has not been adequately accounted for in the site assessment process  ● Eaton Lane -the actual farm land is considered to be in the top 10 in the UK re it’s condition for growing crops. It is currently used to grow crops such as Maze & Cheshire new potatoes  ● The Land is also home to numerous butterflies, bees, foxes, wood pigeons, buzzards and Bats, (we believe there could be a Roost in the trees near to the railway line) There is also Owls are nesting there and there are multiple Badger sets (which are now protected by the current Government)  ● Cheshire Wildlife Trust are also in the process of identifying more wildlife corridors and Vale Royal Locks and the surrounding fields are in scope for this!    There are planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current pre application submitted by Stonhams for a reasonably sized development and village Community centre on land adjoining Butchers Stile We are also aware of Tatton Estate’s plans to develop the Hamlet of Bostock, opposite the Hayhurst Arms i.e Bostock Green. These two developments, if included in the Local plan would collectively add circa 200 dwellings to the Parish These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting. For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan  

Comment

Representation ID: 13078

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Alison Hitchens

I&O_13597
  Northwich It is a real positive to see the expansion of the Victoria Infirmary, but the town still suffers from a shortage of Doctors Dentists, Teachers - especially SEN and of course from an emergency services perspective the ever reducing fire service vis a vis more housing to provide cover for London Road, Chester Road Castle Street, Manchester Road - at peak times and Saturdays these roads are operating at capacity and many residents living on the outskirts will not travel into the town center because of the traffic queues into town!! Highways need to consider park & ride (plus see my comments re NOR10 – Weaverham)   Davenham CWACs Local plan states that they will continue to:   Protect the character of a village: allowing developers to double the size of Davenham is at odds with this Promote wellbeing: these proposals would allow development on green spaces Only consider Prime farmland in exceptional circumstances - Both NOR06 & NOR07 are both considered to be prime farmland Ensure there is appropriate infrastructure! Roads at capacity, Buses infrequent and availability not conducive to regular use. Trains require users to drive to all nearby stations - car parking is costly and limited.     NOR06 - NOR07 Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting. Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity. The road network , particularly the A556, Hartford Road, and London Road, suffers from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services. The sites identified include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. There is no Doctors or Dentists surgery in the village and the primary school is operating at capacity. The bus service is limited and there is no access to a railway station without driving at least 15 mins to Hartford, Northwich or Plumley   NOR06 - Land to the rear of Church Street and London Road Lack of adequate infrastructure is already known to CWAC Highways. This area would require access via two of the three busiest streets in the village! These roads operate at capacity at peak times.  A known and designated conservation area is situated in the centre of NOR06  NOR06 is home to two working farms and both of these landowners (either side of the Conservation area) have publicly stated they have no intention of selling their farms  I am aware of a 72 Bed Dementia care nursing home currently working its way through the planning process - When approved, it will take land in NOR06 and increase traffic via staff visitors and suppliers.  There is a long established footpath here that would need to be protected. A large sewage pipe runs across this land. The land falls steeply down to Elderbriar brook. This would be overwhelmed with substantial surface water. It feeds into the River Dane near the old stone bridge and this area has seen a broad area of flooded farmland in recent years.  The area is known for its diverse fauna and flora with ancient trees that are home to a variety of birds The grass areas are homes to foxes hedgehogs bees etc and should be protected under existing wildlife and conservation requirements/regulations   NOR07 - Land off Eaton lane - currently down a single track lane   Another Infrastructure hotspot known to CWAC Highways, as all current traffic from Eaton Lane, Eaton Crescent & Pritchard Drive, have to use Hartford road (The third known busiest road in the village) to access the A556 There has been serious flooding around the junction of Eaton Land and Hartford – _below the site where NOR07 is proposed. Increased areas of tarmac and concrete will magnify this problem.  A development of 440 houses would easily equate to over 800 cars - and Eaton Lane could not cope with this volume of traffic. Eaton Lane (post cattle grid) is home to a ground works business, a working farm and a small residential site plus a Caravan Club recognised Camp site. These businesses would be severely impacted by any housing development NORO7 has been identified by Cadent as a proposed route for a future Hydrogen pipeline. This introduces a significant future infrastructure constraint and raises potential safety and planning concerns. The presence of such a pipeline would almost certainly reduce the developable area and adds a further layer of risk that has not been adequately accounted for in the site assessment process. Eaton Lane - the actual farm land is considered to be in the top 10 in the UK re it’s condition for growing crops. It is currently used to grow crops such as Maze & Cheshire new potatoes  The Land is also home to numerous butterflies, bees, foxes, wood pigeons, buzzards and Bats, (I believe there could be a Roost in the trees near to the railway line) There is also Owls are nesting there and there are multiple Badger sets (which are now protected by the current Government) Cheshire Wildlife Trust are also in the process of identifying more wildlife corridors and Vale Royal Locks and the surrounding fields are in scope for this!   Current Development: I am aware of Tatton Estate’s plans to develop the Hamlet of Bostock, opposite the Hayhurst Arms i.e Bostock Green, if included in the Local plan this particular proposal would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting.   Conclusion: I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan.

Comment

Representation ID: 13095

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Mr John Rooney

NOR06 and NOR07
I&O_13614
The proposed allocations in Davenham  (NOR06 and NOR07)  present fundamental challenges that render them unsuitable for large-scale development: Points below. Conflict with Local Plan objectives : The Plan seeks to protect heritage, rural character, high-quality agricultural land, and promote sustainable growth. Expanding Davenham at scale would directly undermine these strategic aims. Heritage and identity : Davenham is a historic village with a Conservation Area and much-loved open spaces. A disproportionate level of housing growth risks eroding its rural character, damaging heritage assets, and permanently altering the village’s sense of place. Infrastructure capacity : Road infrastructure is already under acute pressure, with congestion on the A556, Hartford Road, and London Road. Public transport provision is limited. Additional large-scale development would worsen traffic, air quality, and road safety—running counter to the Local Plan’s sustainable transport principles. Environmental constraints : The proposed sites claim to contribute to flood risk mitigation and support biodiversity, however development  would increase  surface water run-off, threaten local watercourses, and destroy valuable habitats, conflicting with both local and national environmental priorities. Loss of Best and Most Versatile agricultural land : The proposed sites include high-grade farmland (Grades 1–3a). Protecting this resource is a key objective of the NPPF and the Local Plan, both for food security and environmental sustainability. More proportionate alternatives : Smaller-scale schemes currently in the planning system, such as the Wain Estates application, Stonhams pre-application, and Bostock Green development collectively provide around 200 dwellings. These align more closely with the village’s capacity, character, and infrastructure limits, and would meet local housing needs without undermining environmental and heritage safeguards. Large-scale allocations for Davenham  (NOR06 and NOR07)  are not viable and should be removed from the final Local Plan. Pursuing them would compromise the Plan’s own objectives, place unmanageable strain on infrastructure, sacrifice valuable agricultural land, and erode the historic and rural character of the village. Instead, growth should be directed to locations where existing infrastructure and capacity can sustainably support development, ensuring the Local Plan remains both deliverable and true to its principles.  

Comment

Representation ID: 13149

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Emma Pozniak

NOR06, NOR07
I&O_13668
Northwich It is a real positive to see the expansion of the Victoria Infirmary, but the town still suffers from a shortage of Doctors Dentists, Teachers - especially SEN and of course from an emergency services perspective the ever reducing fire service vis a vis more housing to provide cover for London Road, Chester Road Castle Street, Manchester Road - at peak times and Saturdays these roads are operating at capacity and many residents living on the outskirts will not travel into the town centre because of the traffic queues into town!! Highways need to consider park & ride (plus see our comments re NOR10 - Weaverham Davenham CWACs Local plan states that they will continue to:- Protect the character of a village: allowing developers to double the size of Davenham is at odds with this Promote wellbeing: these proposals would allow development on green spaces Only consider Prime farmland in exceptional circumstances - Both NOR06 & NOR07 are both considered to be prime farmland Ensure there is appropriate infrastructure! Roads at capacity, Buses infrequent and availability not conducive to regular use. Trains require users to drive to all nearby stations - car parking is costly and limited -  NOR06 - NOR07   Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity. The road network,particularly the A556, Hartford Road, and London Road, suffers from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services. The sites identified include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. There is no Doctors or Dentists surgery in the village and the primary school is operating at capacity. The bus service is limited and there is no access to a railway station without driving at least 15 mins to Hartford, Northwich or Plumley   -  NOR06 - Land to the rear of Church Street and London Road Lack of adequate infrastructure is already known to CWAC Highways. This area would require access via two of the three busiest streets in the village! These roads operate at capacity at peak times A known and designated conservation area is situated in the centre of NOR06 NOR06 is home to two working farms and both of these landowners (either side of the Conservation area) have publicly stated they have no intention of selling their farms We are aware of a 72 Bed Dementia care nursing home currently working its way through the planning process - When approved, it will take land in NOR06 and increase traffic via staff visitors and suppliers There is a long established footpath here that would need to be protected A large sewage pipe runs across this land The land falls steeply down to Elderbriar brook.  This would be overwhelmed with substantial surface water.  It feeds into the River Dane near the old stone bridge and this area has seen a broad area of flooded farmland in recent years. The area is known for its diverse fauna and flora with ancient trees that are home to a variety of birds The grass areas are homes to foxes hedgehogs bees etc and should be protected under existing wildlife and conservation requirements/regulations - NOR07 - Land off Eaton lane - currently down a single track lane Another Infrastructure hotspot known to CWAC Highways, as all current traffic from Eaton Lane, Eaton Crescent & Pritchard Drive, have to use Hartford road (The third known busiest road in the village) to access the A556 There has been serious flooding around the junction of Eaton Land and Hartford – below the site where NOR07 is proposed. Increased areas of tarmac and concrete will magnify this problem. A development of 440 houses would easily equate to over 800 cars - and Eaton Lane could not cope with this volume of traffic Eaton Lane (post cattle grid) is home to a ground works business, a working farm and a small residential site plus a Caravan Club recognised Camp site. These businesses would be severely impacted by any housing development   NORO7 has been identified by Cadent as a proposed route for a future Hydrogen pipeline. This introduces a significant future infrastructure constraint and raises potential safety and planning concerns. The presence of such a pipeline would almost certainly reduce the developable area and adds a further layer of risk that has not been adequately accounted for in the site assessment process Eaton Lane -the actual farm land is considered to be in the top 10 in the UK re it’s condition for growing crops. It is currently used to grow crops such as Maze & Cheshire new potatoes The Land is also home to numerous butterflies, bees, foxes, wood pigeons, buzzards and Bats, (we believe there could be a Roost in the trees near to the railway line) There is also Owls are nesting there and there are multiple Badger sets (which are now protected by the current Government) Cheshire Wildlife Trust are also in the process of identifying more wildlife corridors and Vale Royal Locks and the surrounding fields are in scope for this!   We are aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current pre application submitted by Stonhams for a reasonably sized development and village Community centre on land adjoining Butchers Stile We are also aware of Tatton Estate’s plans to develop the Hamlet of Bostock, opposite the Hayhurst Arms i.e Bostock Green. These two developments, if included in the Local plan would collectively add circa 200 dwellings to the Parish These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting. For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan

Comment

Representation ID: 13199

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Peter Morgan

I&O_13718
- NOR06 - NOR07 Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting. Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity. The road network,particularly the A556, Hartford Road, and London Road, suffers from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services. The sites identified include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. The existing provision of local services such as GPs, dentists, schools and colleges are at maximum capacity. They cannot cope with an influx of additional people to serve.   For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within Davenham parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale  residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan.

Comment

Representation ID: 13289

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Phil Storey

NOR06, NOR07
I&O_13808
Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting. Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity. The road network, particularly the A556, Hartford Road and London Road, suffer from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services which already don’t operate on a Sunday. Although there is a petrol station and mini supermarket in Davenham, this regularly gets full of vehicles, which spill out onto London Road, making it very challenging to get through at busy periods with people mounting the kerb / overtaking etc. This is already a major concern for emergency vehicles trying to get through. Church Street, which is used as a cut through to Middlewich is very congested at busy periods and in some cases people double park making it impossible for emergency vehicles to get through. The petrol station is used not only by Davenham residents but also people from other local villages, as there is no filling station in Hartford or Kingsmead etc. It can also be very dangerous crossing London Road so a significant increase in vehicles will surely result in a higher probability of accidents. There is a speed sensor on the hill, going down into the village, which the vast majority of drivers ignore. Even with current population numbers in Davenham, it is very challenging getting into Northwich town centre, especially on weekend days when many families are off work/school. There is regularly a long queue all the way down into the town from Kingsmead and a significant increase in vehicles would make it nearly impossible to use the town amenities on a weekend. Although there is a primary school in Davenham, this is regularly at capacity or near, despite having been extended. This is the same with nearby schools in Kingsmead and Moulton. There are no dentist or doctors surgeries and it is very difficult for new residents to get into any of the local dentist surgeries on an NHS basis. The sites identified also include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. I am aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current application submitted by Wain Estates, a pre-application from Stonhams, and a small development at Bostock Green collectively involving around 200 dwellings. These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting. For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan.

Comment

Representation ID: 13294

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Bethany Rooney

I&O_13813
The proposed allocations in Davenham (NOR06 and NOR07) present fundamental challenges that render them unsuitable for large-scale development: Points below.   Conflict with Local Plan objectives: The Plan seeks to protect heritage, rural character, high-quality agricultural land, and promote sustainable growth. Expanding Davenham at scale would directly undermine these strategic aims. Heritage and identity: Davenham is a historic village with a Conservation Area and much-loved open spaces. A disproportionate level of housing growth risks eroding its rural character, damaging heritage assets, and permanently altering the village’s sense of place. Infrastructure capacity: Road infrastructure is already under acute pressure, with congestion on the A556, Hartford Road, and London Road. Public transport provision is limited. Additional large-scale development would worsen traffic, air quality, and road safety—running counter to the Local Plan’s sustainable transport principles. Environmental constraints: The proposed sites claim to contribute to flood risk mitigation and support biodiversity, however development would increase surface water run-off, threaten local watercourses, and destroy valuable habitats, conflicting with both local and national environmental priorities. Loss of Best and Most Versatile agricultural land: The proposed sites include high-grade farmland (Grades 1–3a). Protecting this resource is a key objective of the NPPF and the Local Plan, both for food security and environmental sustainability. More proportionate alternatives: Smaller-scale schemes currently in the planning system, such as the Wain Estates application, Stonhams pre-application, and Bostock Green development collectively provide around 200 dwellings. These align more closely with the village’s capacity, character, and infrastructure limits, and would meet local housing needs without undermining environmental and heritage safeguards.   Large-scale allocations for Davenham (NOR06 and NOR07) are not viable and should be removed from the final Local Plan. Pursuing them would compromise the Plan’s own objectives, place unmanageable strain on infrastructure, sacrifice valuable agricultural land, and erode the historic and rural character of the village.   Instead, growth should be directed to locations where existing infrastructure and capacity can sustainably support development, ensuring the Local Plan remains both deliverable and true to its principles.

Comment

Representation ID: 13301

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Brenda Ruston

NOR06 , NOR07
I&O_13820
Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting. The existing road network infrastructure into Davenham is already under considerable pressure, particularly along London Road from the A556, Hartford Road and the narrow Church Street which is used as a shortcut in and out of the village. These areas suffer from heavy congestion and further development would exacerbate the issues of traffic, parking, air quality and safety. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services.   The local school is close to capacity, there is no local healthcare provision, and that in surrounding is already under pressure.  The sites identified include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of wildlife habitats, biodiversity, productive farmland and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. I am aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current application submitted by Wain Estates, a pre-application from Stonhams, and a small development at Bostock Green; collectively involving around 200 dwellings. These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, guaranteed infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting. For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan.

Comment

Representation ID: 13311

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Hannah Beckwith

NOR06, NOR07
I&O_13830
Northwich  It is a real positive to see the expansion of the Victoria Infirmary, but the town still suffers from a shortage of Doctors Dentists, Teachers - especially SEN and of course from an emergency services perspective the ever reducing fire service vis a vis more housing to provide cover for London Road, Chester Road Castle Street, Manchester Road - at peak times and Saturdays these roads are operating at capacity and many residents living on the outskirts will not travel into the town centre because of the traffic queues into town!! Highways need to consider park & ride (plus see our comments re NOR10 - Weaverham Davenham  CWACs Local plan states that they will continue to:- Protect the character of a village: allowing developers to double the size of Davenham is at odds with this Promote wellbeing: these proposals would allow development on green spaces  Only consider Prime farmland in exceptional circumstances - Both NOR06 & NOR07 are both considered to be prime farmland  Ensure there is appropriate infrastructure! Roads at capacity, Buses infrequent and availability not conducive to regular use. Trains require users to drive to all nearby stations - car parking is costly and limited  -  NOR06 - NOR07  Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity. The road network,particularly the A556, Hartford Road, and London Road, suffers from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services. The sites identified include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. There is no Doctors or Dentists surgery in the village and the primary school is operating at capacity. The bus service is limited and there is no access to a railway station without driving at least 15 mins to Hartford, Northwich or Plumley   -  NOR06 - Land to the rear of Church Street and London Road  Lack of adequate infrastructure is already known to CWAC Highways. This area would require access via two of the three busiest streets in the village! These roads operate at capacity at peak times  A known and designated conservation area is situated in the centre of NOR06 NOR06 is home to two working farms and both of these landowners (either side of the Conservation area) have publicly stated they have no intention of selling their farms  We are aware of a 72 Bed Dementia care nursing home currently working its way through the planning process - When approved, it will take land in NOR06 and increase traffic via staff visitors and suppliers  There is a long established footpath here that would need to be protected A large sewage pipe runs across this land The land falls steeply down to Elderbriar brook.  This would be overwhelmed with substantial surface water.  It feeds into the River Dane near the old stone bridge and this area has seen a broad area of flooded farmland in recent years. The area is known for its diverse fauna and flora with ancient trees that are home to a variety of birds The grass areas are homes to foxes hedgehogs bees etc and should be protected under existing wildlife and conservation requirements/regulations - NOR07 - Land off Eaton lane - currently down a single tracklane Another Infrastructure hotspot known to CWAC Highways, as all current traffic from Eaton Lane, Eaton Crescent & Pritchard Drive, have to use Hartford road (The third known busiest road in the village) to access the A556 There has been serious flooding around the junction of Eaton Land and Hartford – below the site where NOR07 is proposed. Increased areas of tarmac and concrete will magnify this problem. A development of 440 houses would easily equate to over 800 cars - and Eaton Lane could not cope with this volume of traffic Eaton Lane (post cattle grid) is home to a ground works business, a working farm and a small residential site plus a Caravan Club recognised Camp site. These businesses would be severely impacted by any housing development    NORO7 has been identified by Cadent as a proposed route for a future Hydrogen pipeline. This introduces a significant future infrastructure constraint and raises potential safety and planning concerns. The presence of such a pipeline would almost certainly reduce the developable area and adds a further layer of risk that has not been adequately accounted for in the site assessment process Eaton Lane -the actual farm land is considered to be in the top 10 in the UK re it’s condition for growing crops. It is currently used to grow crops such as Maze & Cheshire new potatoes  The Land is also home to numerous butterflies, bees, foxes, wood pigeons, buzzards and Bats, (we believe there could be a Roost in the trees near to the railway line) There is also Owls are nesting there and there are multiple Badger sets (which are now protected by the current Government) Cheshire Wildlife Trust are also in the process of identifying more wildlife corridors and Vale Royal Locks and the surrounding fields are in scope for this!    We are aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village.  These include a current pre application submitted by Stonhams for a reasonably sized development and village Community centre on land adjoining Butchers Stile  We are also aware of Tatton Estate’s plans to develop the Hamlet of Bostock, opposite the Hayhurst Arms i.e Bostock Green. These two developments, if included in the Local plan would collectively add circa 200 dwellings to the Parish  These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting. For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan

Comment

Representation ID: 13354

Received: 21/08/2025

Respondent: Adam Pozniak

NOR06, NOR07
I&O_13873
Northwich It is a real positive to see the expansion of the Victoria Infirmary, but the town still suffers from a shortage of Doctors Dentists, Teachers - especially SEN and of course from an emergency services perspective the ever reducing fire service vis a vis more housing to provide cover for London Road, Chester Road Castle Street, Manchester Road - at peak times and Saturdays these roads are operating at capacity and many residents living on the outskirts will not travel into the town centre because of the traffic queues into town!! Highways need to consider park & ride (plus see our comments re NOR10 - Weaverham Davenham CWACs Local plan states that they will continue to:- 1. Protect the character of a village: allowing developers to double the size of Davenham is at odds with this 2. Promote wellbeing: these proposals would allow development on green spaces 3. Only consider Prime farmland in exceptional circumstances - Both NOR06 & NOR07 are both considered to be prime farmland 4. Ensure there is appropriate infrastructure! Roads at capacity, Buses infrequent and availability not conducive to regular use. Trains require users to drive to all nearby stations - car parking is costly and limited - NOR06 - NOR07 Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity. The road network,particularly the A556, Hartford Road, and London Road, suffers from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns. Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services. The sites identified include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. There is no Doctors or Dentists surgery in the village and the primary school is operating at capacity. The bus service is limited and there is no access to a railway station without driving at least 15 mins to Hartford, Northwich or Plumley - NOR06 - Land to the rear of Church Street and London Road ● Lack of adequate infrastructure is already known to CWAC Highways. This area would require access via two of the three busiest streets in the village! These roads operate at capacity at peak times ● A known and designated conservation area is situated in the centre of NOR06 ● NOR06 is home to two working farms and both of these landowners (either side of the Conservation area) have publicly stated they have no intention of selling their farms ● We are aware of a 72 Bed Dementia care nursing home currently working its way through the planning process - When approved, it will take land in NOR06 and increase traffic via staff visitors and suppliers ● There is a long established footpath here that would need to be protected ● A large sewage pipe runs across this land ● The land falls steeply down to Elderbriar brook. This would be overwhelmed with substantial surface water. It feeds into the River Dane near the old stone bridge and this area has seen a broad area of flooded farmland in recent years. ● The area is known for its diverse fauna and flora with ancient trees that are home to a variety of birds ● The grass areas are homes to foxes hedgehogs bees etc and should be protected under existing wildlife and conservation requirements/regulations - NOR07 - Land off Eaton lane - currently down a single track lane ● Another Infrastructure hotspot known to CWAC Highways, as all current traffic from Eaton Lane, Eaton Crescent & Pritchard Drive, have to use Hartford road (The third known busiest road in the village) to access the A556 ● There has been serious flooding around the junction of Eaton Land and Hartford – below the site where NOR07 is proposed. Increased areas of tarmac and concrete will magnify this problem. ● A development of 440 houses would easily equate to over 800 cars - and Eaton Lane could not cope with this volume of traffic ● Eaton Lane (post cattle grid) is home to a ground works business, a working farm and a small residential site plus a Caravan Club recognised Camp site. These businesses would be severely impacted by any housing development ● NORO7 has been identified by Cadent as a proposed route for a future Hydrogen pipeline. This introduces a significant future infrastructure constraint and raises potential safety and planning concerns. The presence of such a pipeline would almost certainly reduce the developable area and adds a further layer of risk that has not been adequately accounted for in the site assessment process ● Eaton Lane -the actual farm land is considered to be in the top 10 in the UK re it’s condition for growing crops. It is currently used to grow crops such as Maze & Cheshire new potatoes ● The Land is also home to numerous butterflies, bees, foxes, wood pigeons, buzzards and Bats, (we believe there could be a Roost in the trees near to the railway line) There is also Owls are nesting there and there are multiple Badger sets (which are now protected by the current Government) ● Cheshire Wildlife Trust are also in the process of identifying more wildlife corridors and Vale Royal Locks and the surrounding fields are in scope for this! We are aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current pre application submitted by Stonhams for a reasonably sized development and village Community centre on land adjoining Butchers Stile We are also aware of Tatton Estate’s plans to develop the Hamlet of Bostock, opposite the Hayhurst Arms i.e Bostock Green. These two developments, if included in the Local plan would collectively add circa 200 dwellings to the Parish These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting. For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan

Comment

Representation ID: 13357

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Marcus Eves

NOR06, NOR07
I&O_13876
Northwich in general suffers from a lack of infrastructure/amenities: doctors, dentists, schools. Road network is near capacity, with traffic particularly bad at peak times and Saturdays. So more housing will only exacerbate the situation, however noting NOR 10 offers the ability to both provide housing and alleviate some of the problem it should be considered. It is worth noting that the plans proposed are at odds with the Local Plan: • More than doubling the size of Davenham will destroy the character of the village. • Development on Prime farmland should only be considered in exceptional circumstances, both NOR06 and 07 are prime farmland and given the other options outlined around the Northwich this would not meet the criteria for exceptional circumstances. NOR06 & NOR07: Glaring error with the selection of these sites around Davenham. • Disproportionate scale. Hundreds of houses on these sites would be completely out of keeping with the village’s size and setting. • Strained Infrastructure. Our roads (A556, Hartford Road, London Rd) are already gridlocked at peak times. More cars would worsen traffic, air quality and safety. Public transport is minimal, and we have no train station. • Limited services. No doctors, or dentists in the village, and the Primary school is continuously oversubscribed. • Flood Risk. Both sites are prone to flooding. More buildings mean more surface water, threatening homes, Elderbriar Brook and the River Dane. • Wildlife and Farmland loss. These are greenfield sites with ancient trees, hedgehogs, foxes, owls, bats and badgers. NOR07 is prime farmland, vital for food production. • Heritage at Risk. NOR06 sits around a designated Conservation area and includes a long-established footpath that villagers used daily. • Business & Safety concerns. Farms, local businesses, and even a caravan club site would be impacted. NOR07 is also earmarked for a future hydrogen pipeline issue. • It should be noted that Davenham is a historic village with heritage, rural character and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would overwhelm and destroy valued green spaces and permanently damage the rural character we all cherish. We are not against change, but it must be the right scale, in the right place, with the right support. These proposals would rip the heart out of Davenham, destroying the very things that make it special – It’s heritage, its community, it’s countryside. This is more than just a planning policy - It’s about protecting our homes, our families, and our children’s future. Once this land and wildlife are lost, they are gone forever. Please listen to the voices of the people who live here – we love our village, and we must protect it.

Comment

Representation ID: 13361

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Jason Hayes

I&O_13880
It is a real positive to see the expansion of the Victoria Infirmary, but the town still suffers from a shortage of Doctors Dentists, Teachers - especially SEN and of course from an emergency services perspective the ever reducing fire service vis a vis more housing to provide cover for London Road, Chester Road Castle Street, Manchester Road - at peak times and Saturdays these roads are operating at capacity and many residents living on the outskirts will not travel into the town centre because of the traffic queues into town!! Highways need to consider park & ride (plus see our comments re NOR10 - Weaverham Davenham CWACs Local plan states that they will continue to:- 1. Protect the character of a village: allowing developers to double the size of Davenham is 2. 3. 4. at odds with this Promote wellbeing: these proposals would allow development on green spaces Only consider Prime farmland in exceptional circumstances - Both NOR06 & NOR07 are both considered to be prime farmland Ensure there is appropriate infrastructure! Roads at capacity, Buses infrequent and availability not conducive to regular use. Trains require users to drive to all nearby stations - car parking is costly and limited - NOR06 - NOR07 Davenham is a historic village with a strong sense of identity and a designated Conservation Area. The proposed developments would dramatically alter the rural character of the village, and risk encroachment on heritage assets and open spaces valued by the community. The scale of development proposed is entirely disproportionate to the village’s size and setting Davenham’s existing infrastructure is already operating at or near capacity. The road network,particularly the A556, Hartford Road, and London Road, suffers from heavy congestion, and further development would exacerbate traffic, air quality, and safety concerns.Public transport provision is minimal, and additional residents would place unsustainable pressure on limited local bus services. The sites identified include areas at risk of flooding or on land that serves an important function in mitigating local flood risk. Any development here would increase surface water run-off and impact local watercourses. Furthermore, there would be a loss of biodiversity and greenfield land, contrary to sustainability objectives. There is no Doctors or Dentists surgery in the village and the primary school is operating at capacity. The bus service is limited and there is no access to a railway station without driving at least 15 mins to Hartford, Northwich or Plumley - NOR06 - Land to the rear of Church Street and London Road ● Lack of adequate infrastructure is already known to CWAC Highways. This area would require access via two of the three busiest streets in the village! These roads operate at capacity at peak times ● A known and designated conservation area is situated in the centre of NOR06 ● NOR06 is home to two working farms and both of these landowners (either side of the Conservation area) have publicly stated they have no intention of selling their farms ● We are aware of a 72 Bed Dementia care nursing home currently working its way through the planning process - When approved, it will take land in NOR06 and increase traffic via staff visitors and suppliers ● There is a long established footpath here that would need to be protected ● A large sewage pipe runs across this land ● The land falls steeply down to Elderbriar brook. This would be overwhelmed with substantial surface water. It feeds into the River Dane near the old stone bridge and this area has seen a broad area of flooded farmland in recent years. ● The area is known for its diverse fauna and flora with ancient trees that are home to a variety of birds ● The grass areas are homes to foxes hedgehogs bees etc and should be protected under existing wildlife and conservation requirements/regulations - NOR07 - Land off Eaton lane - currently down a single track lane ● Another Infrastructure hotspot known to CWAC Highways, as all current traffic from Eaton Lane, Eaton Crescent & Pritchard Drive, have to use Hartford road (The third known busiest road in the village) to access the A556 ● There has been serious flooding around the junction of Eaton Land and Hartford – below the site where NOR07 is proposed. Increased areas of tarmac and concrete will magnify this problem. ● A development of 440 houses would easily equate to over 800 cars - and Eaton Lane could not cope with this volume of traffic ● Eaton Lane (post cattle grid) is home to a ground works business, a working farm and a small residential site plus a Caravan Club recognised Camp site. These businesses would be severely impacted by any housing development● NORO7 has been identified by Cadent as a proposed route for a future Hydrogen pipeline. This introduces a significant future infrastructure constraint and raises potential safety and planning concerns. The presence of such a pipeline would almost certainly reduce the developable area and adds a further layer of risk that has not been adequately accounted for in the site assessment process ● Eaton Lane -the actual farm land is considered to be in the top 10 in the UK re it’s condition for growing crops. It is currently used to grow crops such as Maze & Cheshire new potatoes ● The Land is also home to numerous butterflies, bees, foxes, wood pigeons, buzzards and Bats, (we believe there could be a Roost in the trees near to the railway line) There is also Owls are nesting there and there are multiple Badger sets (which are now protected by the current Government) ● Cheshire Wildlife Trust are also in the process of identifying more wildlife corridors and Vale Royal Locks and the surrounding fields are in scope for this! We are aware of planning applications and interest from developers that are more aligned with the scale and character of the village. These include a current pre application submitted by Stonhams for a reasonably sized development and village Community centre on land adjoining Butchers Stile We are also aware of Tatton Estate’s plans to develop the Hamlet of Bostock, opposite the Hayhurst Arms i.e Bostock Green. These two developments, if included in the Local plan would collectively add circa 200 dwellings to the Parish These proposals would be more proportionate to Davenham’s capacity and infrastructure and would be more likely to receive support, provided they are delivered with appropriate design, infrastructure investment, and sensitivity to the village setting. For these reasons, I would urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to reconsider the proposed development allocations within the parish. I request that all current proposals for large-scale residential development in Davenham be removed or significantly scaled back in the final Local Plan    

Comment

Representation ID: 13395

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Weaverham Trust

I&O_13914
An increase in the number of houses in Weaverham / Northwich will put additional pressure on already congested roads as well as the bridges at Winnington and in Northwich town centre. Consideration should be given to the construction of a relief road off the roundabout at the A49 into Winnington removing heavy traffic out of the village of Weaverham and reducing the amount of traffic using Winnington Bridge There is a need for extra pedestrian crossings, improved footpaths and cycleways as well as additional car parking in Weaverham to cope with the existing demand from local residents and residents from local villages using the amenities within the village.

Comment

Representation ID: 13464

Received: 29/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Adam Harnett

I&O_13983
Northwich The expansion of Victoria Infirmary is very welcome. However, the town continues to face shortages of doctors, dentists, and teachers (particularly SEN specialists). Emergency services provision, notably fire cover, has also been reduced despite significant housing growth. Several key roads – London Road, Chester Road, Castle Street, and Manchester Road – are already operating at capacity during peak times and on Saturdays. Many residents on the outskirts avoid the town centre altogether due to traffic congestion. Highways planning should explore Park & Ride facilities, alongside our earlier suggestion of a new access road linked to NOR10 (Weaverham). Davenham CWAC’s Local Plan states that it will: Protect the character of villages. Allowing developers to double the size of Davenham directly contradicts this principle. Promote wellbeing. Permitting development on valued green spaces would undermine this. Only release prime farmland in exceptional circumstances. Both NOR06 and NOR07 are classified as prime farmland. Ensure appropriate infrastructure. Davenham’s current roads are already at capacity, bus services are infrequent and impractical, and train stations can only be reached by car, with parking costly and limited. NOR06 – Land to the rear of Church Street and London Road This site has significant constraints: Access would be via two of the three busiest roads in the village, which already operate at full capacity. The land lies adjacent to a designated Conservation Area. It contains two working farms, whose owners have publicly stated they do not intend to sell. A 72-bed dementia care home is progressing through the planning process, which will increase traffic from staff, visitors, and suppliers. A long-established public footpath crosses the site and would need protection. A major sewage pipe runs across the land. The site slopes steeply towards Elderbriar Brook, which has already caused widespread flooding of farmland in recent years. Any further development would overwhelm the brook and add surface water run-off into the River Dane. The site is rich in biodiversity, with ancient trees supporting varied birdlife, and grassland habitats for foxes, hedgehogs, bees, and more. Existing wildlife protections should apply. NOR07 – Land off Eaton Lane This site faces equally serious issues: Eaton Lane is a single-track road, already highlighted by CWAC Highways as a problem area. Traffic from Eaton Lane, Eaton Crescent, and Pritchard Drive all funnel onto Hartford Road, one of the busiest local routes. Flooding is common near the junction of Eaton Lane and Hartford Road. Additional development would worsen this. A scheme of 440 houses could generate over 800 cars, far beyond what Eaton Lane can accommodate. Post-cattle grid, the area supports a groundworks business, a working farm, a small residential community, and a Caravan Club-registered campsite, all of which would be severely impacted. Cadent has identified this area as a proposed route for a future hydrogen pipeline. This represents a significant safety and planning concern that would reduce the developable area. The farmland here is classified among the top 10 in the UK for crop production and currently supports maize and Cheshire new potatoes. The area is home to diverse wildlife, including butterflies, bees, foxes, wood pigeons, buzzards, bats (with potential roosts near the railway line), nesting owls, and protected badgers. Cheshire Wildlife Trust is currently identifying new wildlife corridors, and Vale Royal Locks and the surrounding fields fall within scope. Proportionate alternatives for Davenham We are aware of planning applications more aligned with the village’s scale and capacity. These include a pre-application by Stonhams for a modestly sized housing development with a community centre on land adjoining Butchers Stile. Additionally, Tatton Estate has plans to develop Bostock Green (opposite the Hayhurst Arms), which would add approximately 200 dwellings across the parish. Such proposals are more proportionate to Davenham’s infrastructure and character and are likely to be met with greater community support, provided they are designed with sensitivity and supported by appropriate infrastructure investment. For these reasons, we urge Cheshire West and Chester Council to remove or significantly scale back the current large-scale residential allocations for Davenham in the final Local Plan.