Oxenhope Neighbourhood Plan

OXENHOPE NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN

2017 - 2030

DRAFT FOR CONSULTATION 2019 FOREWORD

Welcome to the Neighbourhood Plan for Oxenhope.

Work on development of the Neighbourhood Plan commenced in October 2016 when a project team was formed following a well-attended public consultation and engagement event. The team includes Village Councillors, Oxenhope residents and planning consultants from Integreat PLUS, who we appointed to guide and advise us through the process. We also enrolled over 100 stakeholders who contributed with online responses, comments and ideas throughout the process.

The government guidelines for producing Neighbourhood Plans are not designed to prevent development, but to ensure that any developments are of appropriate scale and character within each Neighbourhood Plan area. We are fortunate to live in a very attractive and distinctive area, both in terms of the natural landscape and the built environment. Oxenhope has a rich and diverse heritage, and it continues to attract visitors, tourists and new residents. Oxenhope also supports many businesses of different types.

The underlying aim of the Plan is to seek to ensure sustainable development within Oxenhope that meets the needs of current and future generations, whilst protecting and enhancing the natural, built and historic environment. These goals are mutually dependent. Conserving and enhancing the natural and built environment will not only improve the lives of people, but can further strengthen the economy through tourism and business.

The Plan provides an important opportunity to ensure that development is well planned and takes account of the views and aspirations of the local community. This is fundamentally important.

We would like to thank the members of the project team, other Village Councillors and the many village residents who have contributed in various ways, including attending events and completing surveys and questionnaires. In addition we would like to thank Integreat PLUS for their advice and support and Locality for providing the grant funding that has enabled production of this Plan and supported our journey through the process.

We hope this Neighbourhood Plan makes a lasting contribution to Oxenhope.

Cllr Peter McManus Chair, Neighbourhood Plan Project Team

Cllr Ken Eastwood Chair, Oxenhope Village Council

Cover photo : Andrew Schofield 2 VISION STATEMENT

“Oxenhope will continue to develop and thrive as a community of settlements, each retaining their own rich heritage and identity. These settlements will continue to be separated by open green spaces and wildlife corridors which protect its distinctive rural character and the relationship between settlement edges and the countryside.

New housing developments will remain consistent in character, scale and density with the traditional and existing housing stock and local built environment. The village continues to encourage small- scale commercial enterprise without compromising its unique character or the wellbeing, quality of life and interests of its many residents.

Oxenhope will provide new opportunities for living, working and recreation for its many residents and visitors and aims to be a sustainable3 community for future generations.”

Photo credit: Annelise Chippendale 3 CONTENTS

0.0 Foreword

1.O Introduction 4.O Policies p.40 Introduction p.6 Oxenhope Neighbourhood Plan Area p.7 Process p.8 4.1 General Policies p.42 Context p.9 Heritage p.12 Environment p.18 4.2 Housing p.52 Public Rights of Way p.22

4.3 Local Economic Development p.56 2.O Neighbourhood Profile Neighbourhood Profile p.24 4.4 Local Green Space p.62

3.O Vision 4.5 Movement and travel p.68 Vision p.28 Engagement Summary p.30 Neighbourhood Plan Survey Responses p.32 Aims & Objectives p.38

4 LIST OF POLICIES

General Policies Economic Development Policies GP1 - High quality design ED1 - Retention of building for economic use GP2 - Heritage ED2 - Retention of building for retail use GP3 - Sustainable Urban Drainage (SUDs) ED3 - Sustainable tourism GP4 - Community facilities ED4 - Keighley & Worth Valley Railway GP5 - Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) ED5 - New business space GP6 - Broadband ED6 - Agricultural expansion or diversification GP7 - Renewable energy Local Green Space Policy Housing Policies LGS1 - Local Green Space designations H1 - Type, tenure, size H2 - Homeworking Movement and Travel Policies H3 - Green infrastructure MT1 - Residential parking H4 - Building for Life & Lifetime Homes MT2 - Footpaths and cycle network H5 - Building performance MT3 - Non-residential parking

5 1.1 INTRODUCTION

1.1.1 The Neighbourhood Plan covers the whole of the Civil Parish of Oxenhope as indicated on the Boundary Map.

1.1.2 The Oxenhope Neighbourhood Plan Area was formally approved by City of Bradford Metropolitan Borough Council (CBMDC) in November 2013 in accordance with the Localism Act, 2011, and the Neighbourhood Planning (General) Regulations, 2012.

1.1.3 The Plan has been produced on behalf of Oxenhope Village Council in accordance with the above-mentioned statutory provisions together with guidance contained in the National Planning Policy Framework, (“NPPF”) and Planning Practice 1.0 Guidance (“PPG”), issued by the Department of Communities and Local Government (“DCLG”).

1.1.4 The strategic planning policy background to the Neighbourhood INTRODUCTION Plan is provided by the adopted CBMDC Core Strategy (2017) and the emerging Land Allocations Development Plan Document.

1.1.5 The Neighbourhood Plan covers the same period as the CBMDC Core Strategy to 2030.

6 Oxenhope Parish Council INTRODUCTION

Parish and Town Council CODE NON Civil Parish or Community PC01 Sandy Lane CP PC1 PC9 Clayton CP PC2 Cullingworth CP PC3 PC14 PC11 PC6 Wilsden CP PC4 PC15 PC7 Harden CP PC5 Figure 1 Burley CP PC6 PC12 Menston CP PC7 PC18 Oxenhope PC5 Wrose CP PC8 PC3 PC8 Addingham CP PC9 Neighbourhood PC10 PC4 Haworth, Cross Roads and Stanbury CP PC10 PC1 PC01 PC13 PC17 Ilkley CP PC11 Plan Area PC2 Keighley CP PC12 PC16 Oxenhope CP PC13 Silsden CP PC14 Steeton with Eastburn CP PC15 Trident CP PC16 Denholme CP PC17 Baildon CP PC18 Map Author: StephenAuthor: BusinessDavis,Support Services, 01274Map 437258 © Crown copyright. Unauthorised reproduction infringes Crown copyright and may lead to prosecution or civil proceedings. 100019304 licence number. 2010. Ref:SD-ParishCouncilIOxenhope-2013-06-07

7 1.2 PROCESS

1.2.1 Below is an overview of the work undertaken so far on the 2012 Decision to undertake Neighbourhood Plan. The diagram opposite illustrates Neighbourhood Plan the progress made and the next steps. 2015 Application for designation of Plan Area • Display at community event in March 2016 1.10.2016 Inception meeting • Display at village fete July 2016

2016 to 2018 • Inception meeting with community 1st October 2016 Community engagement

• Key themes and issues workshop 15th November 2016 to 2018 Evidence base gathering 2016 Analysis of evidence base • Housing survey 2017 2016 to 2018 and engagement responses

• Transport and movement survey 2018 2018 Formal Draft Plan

• 10 Project group meetings Regulation 14 WE INTRODUCTION consultation ARE 1.2.2 NEXT STEPS HERE Submission to CBMDC Amendments following consultation for 6 week consultation Submission to CBMDC for consultation Independent examination Independent Examination Modifications Referendum

Referendum

8 1.3 CONTEXT

1.3.1 The first record of Oxenhope by name was in the 1191 Pipe 1.3.7 The boom of the industrial revolution brought with it Rolls. It is probable there were seasonal inhabitants as far many new mills and substantial increases in housing to back as the prehistoric Mesolithic period (Middle Stone Age) support the needs of the flourishing economy. through to Roman and Saxon times. 1.3.8 Oxenhope grew further as infrastructure connections 1.3.2 Archaeological surveys in 1981 discovered flint tools dating such as the turnpike road was developed in 1816 and back to between 12,000 and 8,000 years ago in Oxenhope. then again by the railway in 1867.

1.3.3 Oxenhope derives its name from when it was used as upland 1.3.9 The village remained a small industrial community grazing for Oxen and hop which means valley head in old until well after WW2. Oxenhope was less affected by English. post-war middle class urban sprawl than other Pennine communities which meant artisan makers and unskilled 1.3.4 Evidence suggests that Oxenhope was a poor and dispersed workers were still able to afford to live in the village. agricultural community which focussed on livestock farming and the production and milling of its own corn. Peat 1.3.10 The population of Oxenhope, like many industrial extraction and stone quarrying provided materials for local communities has followed the rise and fall of industry use. over the last 200 or so years, At its peak the village had around 3,000 residents in 1851 and has declined steadily

1.3.5 Handloom weaving and woolcombing on a domestic level up until recently. In the late 1960s and early 1970s the INTRODUCTION spurred trade at local centres such as Halifax market. Early local population began to grow steadily and it continues industrial mills were primarily located at the valley bottoms to rise slowly today to around 2,626. and the labour force, including workers, managers and millowners were all housed within walking distance.

1.3.6 There were two manorial sub-units, Near Oxenhope and Far Oxenhope. Lowertown and Uppertown were developed quickly in the nineteenth century in line with the growth of local industry.

9 1.3 CONTEXT

1.3.11 Employment within the parish boundary is limited as 1.3.18 Oxenhope has 4 churches and a community centre. All of businesses have closed or relocated in the last few these play an active role in supporting local groups and decades. The majority of working residents commute societies. to nearby areas such as Bradford, Halifax and Keighley, although there continues to be an increase in people 1.3.19 Oxenhope has an active number of sports, leisure and working from home. interest groups. A register was complied for the purposes of this Plan and found there were 29 active groups within 1.3.12 The Sue Ryder Hospice, Manorlands, and Pawson’s Mill the village. These groups provide activities for all ages and are two of the largest employers in the village. Other key abilities. sectors include agriculture and increasingly tourism and leisure. 1.3.20 There is a cricket ground, two football pitches, tennis courts, play area and a bowling green, within or adjoining the 1.3.13 A business register was compiled for the purposes of this recreation ground. Plan. It gives an up-to-date portrait of employment and facilities within the village. 1.3.21 The number of retired people in Oxenhope is growing, while younger people tend to relocate to find education, 1.3.14 The register shows there are 74 businesses operating out employment and affordable accommodation. This is of Oxenhope. evidenced in section 2 of the Plan. INTRODUCTION 1.3.15 The business register showed that there are 10 active 1.3.22 Local shops and services have steadily declined leaving just commercial farms in Oxenhope, farming mostly pigs, the Cooperative store on Station Road and the Pharmacy. The sheep, and cattle for both beef and dairy. Post Office is located within the Cooperative store. There are still several pubs and Oxenhope fisheries in the village. 1.3.16 There are 8 annual public events held in Oxenhope which contribute to the tourism and leisure sector locally. The Primary School on Cross Lane is the only school in 1.3.23 the village and older children travel to Haworth, Oakworth, 1.3.17 Oxenhope has 26 different tourist accommodation facilities Cullingworth, Halifax, Skipton, and Keighley. There are two including B&Bs, holiday cottages, caravans and a hotel. early years centres and independent care providers.

10 11 Photo credit: Tom Marshall 1.4 HERITAGE

1.4.1 Permanent agricultural settlement in Oxenhope occurred 1.4.6 Leeming Reservoir was completed in 1878. The site was in the 14th Century with dispersed isolated farms formerly home to two mills and several cottages. exclusively on the well-drained south-facing uplands. 1.4.7 Oxenhope retained its industrial function until the second half 1.4.2 The growth of the textile industry between 16th and of the 20th Century and despite modern infill developments 18th Centuries added new building types to Oxenhope, throughout the village it has been able to retain the character with worsted mills, and worker cottages constructed and appearance of a group of distinct rural and industrial in Leeming, Shaw, Upper Town, Hill House Lane and settlements. Wadsworth. 1.4.8 Within Oxenhope there are 44 listed buildings or structures 1.4.3 In the first half of the 19th Century the religious which contribute to and define the character of the village. revival movement played a key role in the development The Neighbourhood Plan seeks to protect heritage assets Oxenhope which led to the construction of several and ensure that new development within the village is places of worship and schools. This saw the creation of sensitive to these assets. This will be achieved through both Oxenhope Parish in 1854 with its own Parish Church in policy and design guidance. Residents who have engaged 1849 and National School in 1846. in the process feel it is important that the character of Oxenhope is maintained. 1.4.4 The second wave of textile production in Oxenhope around 1850 saw development take place lower down 1.4.9 Within the Neighbourhood Plan area there are four in the valley bottoms for the first time. By this time Conservation Areas each with its own distinctive

INTRODUCTION there was around 20 mills of varying sizes operating in characteristics and qualities. This is due to the fact that Oxenhope. Oxenhope has developed in phases over time as a series of settlements each reflected by different building types, 1.4.5 The opening of the Keighley and Worth Valley railway settlement patterns and types of open spaces. Despite in 1867 stimulated the expansion of Oxenhope, this, there is often overlap between each conservation area predominately in Upper Town and Lower Town, in the contributing to a distinct sense of place overall. form of houses for mill owners and workers. The railway remains a popular visitor attraction and continues to contribute to the vitality of the village.

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21 INTRODUCTION 1.6 PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY

1.6.1 Footpaths, public rights of way and bridleways make a significant contribution to village life in and around Oxenhope. There are many footpaths in both urban and rural locations that are well used by residents and visitors alike.

1.6.2 These footpaths provide connections to the different settlements within Oxenhope and to the wider locality. They are important in enabling access to and movement through the surrounding countryside and support leisure, recreation and tourism locally.

1.6.3 A key objective of the plan is to protect, maintain and where possible, enhance these footpaths and other routes to make sure they continue to support life in and around Oxenhope for years to INTRODUCTION come.

Map of central Oxenhope showing local footpaths throughout the village

22 footpaths showing theextent oflocal Neighbourhood Planarea Map ofOxenhope 1.6

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23 INTRODUCTION 2.0 NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

2.1 Neighbourhood Profile - Population - Age Profiles - Economic Activity - Households - Qualifications

24 Photo credit: Joy Holdsworth 2.1 NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

2.1.1 The population of Oxenhope increased by 161 people from % of population in each age group, local, district and national (2011) 2,465 in 2001 to 2,626 in 2011. (2001& 2011 censuses) 40.0 2.1.2 96.2% of people in Oxenhope identify as White British 35.0 compared with 63.9% in Bradford and 79.7% in England. (2011 census) 30.0 25.0 2.1.3 When compared with national and district levels, Oxenhope has less young people (aged under 24), less young adults 20.0 (aged under 44), more middle aged people (aged between 15.0 45-64) and more older people (aged 65+). The average age 10.0 of people in Oxenhope is 43, compared to Bradford, 36 and England, 39. (2011 census) 5.0

0.0 2.1.4 Oxenhope has a higher rate of economic activity (73.7%) when Age 0 to 9 Age 10 to 15 Age 16 to 24 Age 25 to 44 Age 45 to 64 Age 65+ compared with Bradford (66.6%) and England (69.9%). (2011 census) Oxenhope Bradford England

2.1.5 Oxenhope also has a lower rate of unemployment (2%) when compared with Bradford (5.8%) and England (4.4%). (2011 Wholesale & Education census) retail 13.9% 13.7%

2.1.6 Oxenhope has a higher rate of people who are retired (16.9%) than the district (12%) and national levels (13.7%). (2011 census) NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE NEIGHBOURHOOD Health & social Manufacturing 2.1.7 The sectors which employ the most residents are wholesale care 13.0% 11.7% and retail trade, education, health and social work, manufacturing, and construction. Collectively these sectors employ over 62% of the working resident population. (2011 census) Construction Employment sectors 10.3% employing the most residents (2011 census) 25 2.1 NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

% of housing tenure, local, district and national (2011 census) 2.1.8 The proportion of homeowners is much higher in Oxenhope (83.9%), when compared to Bradford (64.9%) 90 and England (64.8%). (2011 census) 80 2.1.9 The percentage of people who rent through both private 70 (13.3%) and social (1.9%) landlords in Oxenhope is lower 60 than both Bradford (16.5% & 12.3%) and England (16.9% & 50 16.5%). (2011 census) 40 2.1.10 Terraced houses are the most common house type in 30 Oxenhope, making up 42.8% of the stock. Detached houses 20 account for 27.9% of houses whilst 23.7% of houses are 10 semi-detached. Only 3.1% of the houses in Oxenhope are flats or apartments. The remaining 2.5% were classed 0 OwnedOwned Social Rented rented PrivPrivateate Rented rented as living in mobile or temporary accommodation. (2011 Oxenhope Bradford England census) Oxenhope Bradford England

2.1.11 Levels of car or van ownership in Oxenhope are higher in % of house types in Oxenhope (2011 census) comparison to district and national levels. The proportion of people without access to a car is just (11.2%) lower than Bradford (30.5%) and England (25.8%).

2.1.12 The proportion of people with access to one vehicle is similar to both district and national levels, however beyond this, Oxenhope has higher levels of people with access to NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE NEIGHBOURHOOD 2 (35.8%), 3 (8.3%) and 4 vehicles (3.1%) when compared to Bradford (21.3%, 4%, 1.2%) and England (24.7%, 5.5%, 1.9%) (2011 census)

Detached house Semi-detached house Detached house or bungalow Semi-detached house or bungalow TerracedTerraced house house or bungalow Flat or apartmentFlat or apartment 26 2.1 NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

% of resident qualifications (2011 census) 2.1.13 Oxenhope has a lower proportion of people with no 40

qualifications, (14.8%) when compared to Bradford, (27.7%) 35 and England, (22.5%). (2011 census) 30

2.1.14 Oxenhope also has a higher percentage of people with a level 25 4 qualification or higher (35.9%), when compared to Bradford, 20 (21.8%) and England, (27.4%). (2011 census) 15

2.1.15 Almost twice as many people in Oxenhope have undertaken 10 apprenticeships, (6.1%), than in Bradford, (3.8%) and England (3.6%). (2011 census). 5 0 Oxenhope Bradford England 2.1.16 Oxenhope has a higher percentage of people employed in Oxenhope Bradford England jobs that are graded intermediate and high level professional No qualificationsNo qualificationsLevel 1 Level 2 LevelApprenticeship 1 LevelLevel 2 3 Level 4+ occupations (31.8%), when compared to Bradford (16.6%) and Apprenticeship Level 3 Level 4+ England (22.9%). (2011 census).

2.1.17 Oxenhope has similar levels of people employed in junior % of occupations by social grade (2011 census) professional occupations and skilled manual work when 40 compared to district and national levels. (2011 census). 35 30 2.1.17 Semi-skilled, low skilled and low grade occupations account 25 for only 12.6% of people in Oxenhope. This is drastically lower 20 than in both Bradford (34.5%) and England (24.8%). (2011 15 census). 10 NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE NEIGHBOURHOOD 5 0 OxenhopeOxenhope BradfordBradford EnglandEngland

HighHigh & intermediate and intermediate professional professional occupationsoccupations JuniorJunior professional professional occupations occupations SkilledSkilled manual manual occupations occupations Semi-skilled,Semi-skilled, low low skilled, skilled, low low grade grade occupations occupations

27 3.1 VISION

“Oxenhope will continue to develop and thrive as a community of settlements, each retaining their own rich 3.0 heritage and identity. These settlements will continue to be separated by open green spaces and wildlife corridors which protect its distinctive rural character and the relationship between settlement edges and the VISION countryside.

New housing developments will remain consistent in character, scale and density with the traditional and existing housing stock and local built environment. The village continues to encourage small-scale commercial 3.1 VISION enterprise without compromising its unique character or the wellbeing, quality of life and interests of its many 3.2 ENGAGEMENT residents.

3.3 HOUSING SURVEY Oxenhope will provide new opportunities for living, working and recreation for its many residents and 3.4 TRANSPORT SURVEY visitors and aims to be a sustainable community for future generations.” 3.3 AIMS & OBJECTIVES

28 29 Photo credit: Tom Marshall 30 VISION • • • • • • In summarythemainpoints raised were: Consultation. was produced whichisincludedintheStatement ofCommunity to anyfuture events ormeetings.Asummarynote ofthemeeting of theplanleft theircontact details to bekept informed andinvited should address. Thosewhowishedto beinvolved intheproduction Oxenhope should develop andwhatissues theNeighbourhoodPlan around 150residents whowere keen to share theirthoughts onhow was held atOxenhope Methodist Church. Thiswas attended by On Saturday 1st October 2016a2hourpublicinception meeting by community engagementandconsultation. The scope andcontent oftheNeighbourhoodPlanhasbeeninformed INITIAL ENGAGEMENT 3.2 ENGAGEMENT Protecting green spaces, wildlife andbiodiversity Supporting therural economy Promoting walking, cycling andpublictransport Managing problem parking existing housingstock Ensuring new housingisdesignedsothatitinkeeping withthe Conserving andenhancingheritage assets inOxenhope HELP SHAPETHEFUTUREOFOXENHOPE INTRODUCTORY MEETING-OPENTO ALL NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN SATURDAY 1ST OCTOBER METHODIST CHURCH oxenhopeparishcouncil.gov.uk OXENHOPE OXENHOPE 2PM-4PM

3.2 ENGAGEMENT Oxenhope Neighbourhood Plan Initial Issues Meeting held at Oxenhope Cricket Club on Tuesday 15th November 7 pm - 9 pm

A workshop was held on Tuesday 15th November 2016 where Flooding & Numbers interested residents and stakeholders were invited to help inform the Housing Location Drainage Mix scope and content of the Neighbourhood Plan. Design Affordable / Local Needs Holiday There were around 15 attendees at the workshop which allowed Homes Young Trees, Walls & People for an intimate discussion around the key themes and issues in Hedgerows Social & Physical Oxenhope and what could be included in the plan. Infrastructure Environmental Festivals New A summary note of the workshop is included in the Statement of Issues Businesses Community Consultation but the key points were: Shops Tourism The Local Economy • How can the plan protect heritage buildings that are not listed? Farmer’s Market • How can the NDP add to the existing village documents such as (& Parallel Economic Plan) the Village Design Statement and Conservation Area Appraisals? Agriculture

• Can the NDP encourage local business and entrepreneurship? VISION Signage Railway • What can be done to promote tourism in Oxenhope? Commuting • Can the NDP address flood concerns, especially around Station Design Road? Guidance Brand Movement Oxenhope Heritage Issues Design

Footpaths & Cycleways Local distinctiveness & Identity

Open Spaces Listed Buildings Traffic Landscape Ancient Monuments Management Conservation Area Character Stone walls & hedges

31 3.3 HOUSING SURVEY RESPONSES

HOUSING SURVEY

3.3.1 To better understand the key issues and concerns facing 3.3.4 In summary the key findings were that the most in demand local people a series of surveys were circulated throughout house types are affordable housing for local people, smaller the village. The surveys were jointly produced by the retirement homes, houses built to high environmental and Neighbourhood Plan Project Group and consultants sustainability standards, and 3-4 bed family houses. Integreat Plus. 3.3.5 The most desirable size of housing development is individual 3.3..2 A housing survey was undertaken to gather views homes, infill housing and small schemes of up to 5 dwellings. on a variety of housing related topics. This includes 3.3.6 The biggest issues with the current stock of housing is parking understanding local perceptions of housing need, priorities and traffic related issues, low levels of energy efficiency, for new housing development and issues with the existing a lack of mid-sized houses, lack of affordable houses and housing stock. strained local infrastructure.

3.3.3 The housing survey received 119 responses from members 3.3.7 The most important factor in new development is that the

VISION of the community. A housing summary report was drafted design is in-keeping with the local vernacular. The second which provides an overview of the responses and details most important is suitable parking provision. Third is the how these responses have helped to inform the content of location of new development and its impact on the local area. this Plan. 3.3.8 The biggest concerns people had about new housing development was the impact on traffic and parking, loss of green spaces and its negative impact on the landscape.

32 3.3 HOUSING SURVEY RESPONSES

WHAT TYPE OF NEW HOUSING DOES OXENHOPE NEED? WHAT DO YOU CONSIDER TO BE THE MOST IMPORTANT FACTORS IN NEW DEVELOPMENT? 119 Respondents were presented with 10 different house types and were asked to give their opinion of how much Respondents were asked to rank certain criteria by giving demand there was for each type of housing in Oxenhope. each one a score between 0 - 10.

80 8.6 8.4 70 8.3 17 60 30 15 50 14

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10 01. New 02. Adequate 03. Location of new development 0 development parking provision AffordableAffordable houses for SmallerSmaller retirement Eco-firendlyEco- housing 3-43-4 Bed Bed houses responds to and localhousing people retirementhomes friendly houses reinforces local VISION housesDesirable Urgenthousing architecture

Need urgently Desirable 8.2 8 7.6

The house types shown above were voted the most in demand by respondents of the housing survey.

61% felt there is demand for affordable housing 59% felt there is demand for smaller retirement homes 57% felt there is demand for eco-friendly houses 49% felt there is demand for 3-4 bed houses 04. High quality 05. Flood 06. Energy design resilience and efficiency mitigation and building performance 33 3.3 HOUSING SURVEY RESPONSES

WHAT CONCERNS YOU ABOUT NEW HOUSING WHAT SIZE OF HOUSING DEVELOPMENT DO YOU THINK IS DEVELOPMENT? MOST APPROPRIATE FOR OXENHOPE?

Respondents were asked to rank certain criteria by giving Respondents were asked to give their views on the size each one a score between 0 - 10. This question aims to of developments that they think is most appropriate for gain a better understanding of what concerns the local Oxenhope. community have around new housing development. As shown below most people think that individual homes 8.8 8.4 8.4 and infill development is the most appropriate, followed by sites of between 1-5 homes. Schemes with 6-10, 10-20 and 20+ houses are considered inappropriate by most of the respondents.

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100 01. Inadequate 02. Loss of green 03. Negative impact

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Appropriate Inappropriate Unsure Appropriate Inappropriate Unsure 04. Design not in 05. Housing does 06. Issues with keeping with the not meet local flooding village needs

34 3.3 HOUSING SURVEY RESPONSES

ARE THERE ANY ISSUES WITH THE EXISTING HOUSING STOCK?

Respondents were asked to share any issues they were aware of with the existing housing stock in Oxenhope.

01. Inadequate parking provision

02. Lack of affordable houses

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03. Lack of medium sized family houses

Other issues include lack of housing for older people and people with mobility issues, poor levels of energy efficiency, and new homes that are not in-keeping with local vernacular. These received 3, 3 and 5 responses respectively.

35 3.4 TRAVEL SURVEY RESPONSES

TRAVEL SURVEY

3.4.1 To gain a better understanding of vehicle usage, movement 3.4.6 Meanwhile the percentage of households with access to 0 cars trends and other transport related data, a travel survey was has dropped from 11.2% in the 2011 census to 5% according to produced and circulated throughout the village. the survey.

3.4.7 The most common location for car storage is on a driveway 3.4.2 133 people responded to the survey. A summary report with 38% of responses. Joint second is on-street parking and which details the outcomes of the survey has been garages both with 24%. This means that almost a quarter of produced as a supporting document to this Plan. all surveyed households park their cars on-street.

3.4.3 The responses to the survey helped to inform the scope 3.4.8 Cars are the most popular mode of transport by the people and content of this Plan and has ensured that the Plan is a surveyed with 78% using them more than other modes of genuine response to local needs and aspirations. transport. Of those surveyed, 87 people use their cars to commute to work, whilst only 12 people use bus or rail to 3.4.4 In summary, the survey suggests that traffic related issues commute to work and only 6 walk or cycle to work. Most people surveyed work within 10 miles of Oxenhope (57%) whilst only such as parking and congestion are common problems VISIONVISIONVISION 4% work more than 20 miles from Oxenhope. throughout the village. Residents are concerned that additional housing development will exasperate the 3.4.9 The main traffic-based issues facing respondents to the problem. survey are cars parked on-streets causing poor visibility and obstructions, a lack of suitable pavements for pedestrians 3.4.5 The most common number of cars owned in Oxenhope is 2 and speeding vehicles. per household. Although the sample size is much smaller than the 2011 census, the data indicates that in the last 7 3.4.10 Respondents to the survey feel that new development years the percentage of people with 2 cars has risen from should have adequate parking provision, including garages, 35.8% to 47%. driveways and visitor parking. Traffic calming measures and This means that almost half of households in the village improved pedestrian and cycles infrastructure is also highly have access to 2 vehicles. requested. Many respondents would like to see better public transport including bus and rail serving the village.

36 3.4 TRAVEL SURVEY RESPONSES

Number of cars per household ARE THERE ANY ROADS OR ROUTES THAT CAUSE CONCERN 70 (TRAFFIC, PARKING ISSUES, ACCIDENTS, VISIBILITY)? 60 Respondents were asked to articulate any issues there were 50 with certain roads such as accident black spots, areas with poor visibility, roads prone to speeding motorists and parking issues. 40

30 The most popular responses were:

20 1. Denholme Road / Long Cause way (60) (Speeding, parked cars, no pavements, dangerous for 10 HGVs)

0 2. Station Road (40) 0 1 2 3 4+ (Parked cars, speeding) VISION 60 Location where vehicles are stored 3. Best Lane (19) (Parked cars, difficult for the bus) 50 4. Shaw Lane / West Shaw (15) 40 (Speeding, parked cars, no pavements, poor visibility)

30 5. Cross Lane / Hedben Bridge Road (11) (Parked cars outside school, poor visibility) 20

0 Driveway GarGarageage On-sOn-streettreet OtherOther off-soff-streettreet

37 38 VISION 3.5 AIM ANDOBJECTIVE 06 05 04 03 02 01

AIMSANDOB to retaining distinct village settlements local vernacular, scale anddensity contributes Ensure new housingdevelopment isinkeeping with issues Reduce traffic, congestion andparking services andfacilities Protect andenhance community spaces Conserve andenhance local green heritage assets Conserve andenhance historic, cultural and management environment includingaccess and Conserve andenhance thenatural JECTIVES POLICIES GP1 ED3 GP4 GP2 GP3 GS1 GP8 ED6 GP5 MT1 H2 H4 MT2 MT2 MT3 GS1 3.5 AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

AIM AND OBJECTIVE POLICIES

Encourage small scale commercial 07 development, support new and existing GP6 H3 ED1 ED2 ED3 ED4 ED5 ED6 businesses

Encourage and support recreational and 08 leisure activities and opportunities GP4 ED3 GS1

Deliver the right house types in the H1 H2 H3 H5 H6 GP7 09 right places to meet local needs

Improve movement and wayfinding around 10 the village including pedestrian and cycle MT2 movement VISION

Encourage and support key economic 11 sectors such as tourism and agriculture ED3 ED6

Positively contribute to the wellbeing and GS1 H5 H6 12 quality of life for local people and visitors

39 4.0 POLICIES 4.1 GENERAL POLICIES Page 38

4.2 HOUSING Page 44

This section of the neighbourhood plan contains 4.3 LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Page 50 land-use policies to help shape and influence future development in Oxenhope. 4.4 LOCAL GREEN SPACES Page 56 The policies are a response to the outcomes of community engagement and seek to achieve the aims 4.5 MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORT Page 62 and objectives of the neighbourhood plan.

40 Photo credit: George McVay 41 GENERAL POLICIES

GP1 HIGH QUALITY DESIGN

New development, including housing, should respond to and be respectful of the distinctive character of Oxenhope and the settlements within it.

Height, scale and massing, materials, boundary treatments, density, orientation, layout, architectural detailing, and window and door details should reflect and reinforce the defining characteristics of the 4.1 immediate area. Any application should demonstrate how the proposals respond to the local vernacular. Guidance to assist with GENERAL this can be found in the design guide contained as an appendix to the plan. POLICIES Many residents have strongly emphasised how important they consider it is that new development is in-keeping with the local vernacular. This was the most important factor in new development according to the results of the housing survey. The term scale refers to the size of properties rather than the number of properties.

This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: SC4, DS1, DS2, DS3, DS4, DS5, HO9

42 GENERAL POLICIES NON-DESIGNATED HERITAGE ASSETS GP2 IMPACT ON HERITAGE Leeming Conservation Area • Pair of spired gothic style tombs in Horkinstone burial ground The particular significance of any Non-Designated • Horkinstone Barn & Horkinstone farm Heritage Asset (including its setting), as listed below Lowertown and identified on The Policies Map, will be taken • Fernhill villa into account when considering the impact of any • Cottages, barn & workshop @ bull hill development proposal on such an asset. Any conflict • Wadsworth mill between the asset’s conservation and any aspect of • Lea mount the proposal should be avoided or minimised. • Hill crest • Brookfield & west view • Cragg royd & its terrace Oxenhope contains many important buildings, structures and • 16-20 hill house lane – workers cottages monuments that are unlisted but still make a great contribution to the distinctive character of the area. Station Road • Ashdene Throughout engagement and steering group meetings the • Oxenhope railway station contribution heritage assets makes to the village was cited • Wilton house as a priority for the plan to help address. In early 2018 a • The croft – Keighley road workshop was held looking at local heritage. The steering group • Co-op store (only art deco building in oxenhope) nominated several key buildings for their historical and cultural • Rose bank (station road & hebden bridge road) GENERAL POLICIES significance. A deeper investigation was undertaken to identify • Thorn villa – hebden bridge road any further unlisted heritage assets in the area, which where • Whinknowle then subject to a local heritage assessment. Uppertown The assessment criteria and reasons for selecting these assets • Springfield villas are included as an appendix to the plan. • Brook house • Brooks meeting mill This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: PN1.E, EN3

43 44 GENERAL POLICIES NON-DESIGNATED HERITAGE ASSETS GENERAL POLICIES Bottom right:WhinKnoll Bottom left: HillCrest Top right:Oxenhope Top left: TheCroft Station GENERAL POLICIES

NON-DESIGNATED HERITAGE ASSETS

Top left: Lea Mount

Top right: Rose Bank

Bottom left: Horkinstone Farm GENERAL POLICIES

Bottom right: Bull Hill

45 46 GENERAL POLICIES GENERAL POLICIES & NPPFPara 165. This policyreferences CBMDCCore Strategy Policy EN7 medium risk,highriskandflood alert areas withinOxenhope. Opposite isamapcourtesy ofDEFRAwhichshows areas of built upareas withinFlood Zones2and3. Leeming Water hasflooded inrecent years andOxenhope contains development?” development?” and“whatfactors they consider important innew were asked inthehousing survey, “whatconcerns themaboutnew Flood mitigationwas animportant consideration whenresidents surface water. harvesting to helpmitigate flooding andalleviate Sustainable UrbanDrainage Systems andrainwater Where appropriate, developments should include SUSTAINABLE URBAN DRAINAGE GP3 Flood Alert Areas Medium RiskAreas High RiskAreas rights reserved (00009999) 2016 © Contains Ordnance Survey Data : Crown copyright anddatabaseright2016©EnvironmentAgency rights reserved(00009999)2016©ContainsOrdnanceSurveyData:Crowncopyright | Map Centre (Easting/Northing): 403654 / 435067 | Scale: 1:16009|©Crowncopyright anddatabaseright.All Date Created:6-12-2016|MapCentre(Easting/Northing):403654/435067Scale: Flood RiskMapOxenhope Areas Flood Alert Medium Risk High Risk Parishes Legend Oxenhope CP GENERAL POLICIES

GP4 PROTECTING EXISTING COMMUNITY FACILITIES

The following community facilities will be protected, where appropriate, for continued community use:

a) Oxenhope Cricket Ground b) Oxenhope Allotments c) Oxenhope Community Centre d) Oxenhope Recreation Ground e) Marsh Methodist Church f) St Mary’s Church of England g) West Drive Methodist Church h) The Bay Horse Community Pub

Local preference is that the above buildings remain in community use. The change of use of these existing facilities to other uses will not be permitted unless the following can be demonstrated:

a) The proposal includes alternative provision, on a site within the locality, of equivalent or superior facilities. Such sites should be easily accessed by public transport, walking and cycling routes and have sufficient car parking; or

b) Applications for a change of use that does not provide community facilities will only be permitted if it can be demonstrated that there is little or no prospect of the premises or land being reoccupied for this preferred use. This should be proven through an independent sustained marketing campaign lasting for a continuous period of at least 6 months. GENERAL POLICIES

The facilities above play an important role in the life of the community by providing spaces for a variety of groups, societies and activities for residents and visitors. Their loss would be detrimental to the Village and their retention is therefore considered important. This policy aims to protect existing community facilities which provide a range of activities locally including sport and recreation, other interests and hobbies and help contribute to fostering community cohesion and promotes healthy and active lifestyles.

This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: PN1.B, SC4

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GP5 GP6 COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE LEVY BROADBAND

Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) money will All new development should be designed to connect be used to support the biodiversity and sustainable to high quality communications infrastructure. viability of the area’s natural landscape and habitats, Support will be given for proposals that help to including the maintenance of local footpaths. provide improved or additional connectivity for the Unforeseen community projects may also be funded by village as a whole. CIL within the life of the plan.

Footpaths are a distinctive feature in Oxenhope, connecting the In order to support local businesses, homeworkers and to different settlements throughout the Village and to the wider provide a better service to residents, enhanced broadband natural environment. They are highly valued and well-used by services is in high demand for the village. residents and visitors alike. Their maintenance and enhancement is important and the Village Council would like to use CIL money to better maintain this provision due to the restricted resources and competing priorities of CBMDC. Any proposed improvements will be considered in consultation with CBMDC Countryside and Rights

GENERAL POLICIES This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policy: of Way officers. PN1.C, EC4.F, G & H This was raised as an important issue by local school children and residents. The area’s natural landscape was a key area of consideration raised at the initial public meeting and subsequent project team meetings.

This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: CS8, PN1.D & E, TR1.E, TR4, EN2.E

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GP7 RENEWABLE ENERGY

Support will be given to proposals for small-scale renewable energy technologies and infrastructure providing the proposals are accompanied by a visual impact assessment that demonstrates they would not cause visual harm and/or do not detract from the visual amenity of its location.

This policy seeks to promote the use of small-scale and domestic renewable energy technologies whilst balancing the potential negative impact it might have on its setting or residential amenity. The CBMDC Core Strategy does not currently identify any areas which are suitable for renewable energy and the NPPF states that wind turbines should only be located an areas identified in the Development Plan. The adopted Landscape Character SPD (2008) – Volume 3 Pennine Uplands; Gritstone Moorland & Mixed Upland

Pasture clearly states that the moorland character would be GENERAL POLICIES affected by wind farm development. It is therefore encouraged that any proposed renewable energy technologies is located sensitively and that community consultation and visual impact assessments are undertaken.

This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: SC2, EN6, DS1, DS2

51 HOUSING

Oxenhope is set to receive around 100 houses by 2030 as part of Bradford Council’s district-wide housing allocations.

The policies contained in this section of the plan aim to ensure that new housing meets the needs of the local community and contributes to and reinforces the distinctive built environment.

The scope and content of the policies respond to the results of a local housing survey that was undertaken in 2017 and was completed by 119 residents. Whilst the survey highlighted some local opposition to housing, in general it was useful in identifying priorities for housing in the village and issues with the existing stock of housing. 4.2 AIMS / OBJECTIVES • Provide a mix of house types and tenures to help meet local needs, including family housing and smaller properties to enable older HOUSING residents to downsize. • Support for the provision of space to support home-working

POLICIES • Be designed in a way that responds to the character of its area

• Homes built to high standards of environmental performance

• Promote housing built to Lifetime Homes and Building for Life standards to ensure properties are high quality and are suitable for occupants throughout their life

• New housing schemes to include green infrastructure, achieve biodiversity net gain, and preserve and connect with existing green infrastructure networks

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H1 H2 HOUSE TYPE, TENURE AND SIZE HOMEWORKING

New housing developments are encouraged to provide New housing developments are encouraged to include a mix of dwelling types, sizes and tenures to meet local the provision of adequate space which enable and needs, in line with CBMDC Core Strategy policies and facilitate homeworking. guidance. Developments are encouraged to: a) Include provision of house types to support Oxenhope, like many rural communities, is experiencing a rise in the number of people working from home. The Neighbourhood the needs of an ageing population including Plan is keen to support and encourage various types of economic single level or accessible housing; activity including homeworking. b) Include provision of medium sized family houses with 3 or 4 bedrooms; and This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: PN1.C, EC4.F, G & H c) Include the appropriate level of affordable HOUSING housing that is designed to be indistinguishable from market housing

The housing survey found that the most in demand house types locally are medium sized family houses, affordable housing and houses to support the needs of older people. Whilst not being overly prescriptive this policy seeks to encourage a mix of house types and sizes to meet the needs of the local community whilst providing flexibility to applicants.

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H3 GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE

New housing developments will be encouraged to include green infrastructure provisions such as wildlife corridors or green buffers and should aim for Biodiversity net gain, where practicable. New developments should improve connections to existing green networks and extend them within new developments to ensure access to all residents Proposals should not sever existing green infrastructure corridors and should preserve the Bradford Wildlife Habitat Network.

The design and management should respect and enhance the character and distinctiveness of an area with regard to

HOUSING habitats and landscape types.

As Oxenhope is a village of smaller settlements separated by green spaces people are keen to ensure that new development contributes to retaining this distinctive feature. The loss of green space may contribute to the loss of wildlife or biodiversity locally and this policy seeks to ensure new development provides suitable green infrastructure provision to encourage the movement of wildlife, maintain the Bradford Habitat Network, and provide a net gain for Biodiversity. It is expected that CMBDC policies such as EN1 will determine the circumstances where loss of green space may be acceptable rather than this policy.

This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: SC2, SC6, SC8, PN1.D, EN1, EN2, EN4, EN5, EN8

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H4 H5 LIFETIME HOMES AND BUILDING FOR LIFE BUILDING PERFORMANCE

New housing developments are encouraged to meet Lifetime New development should aim to be Homes standards to ensure properties meet the changing needs of energy efficient through the use of the occupants throughout their life. latest best practice and technologies in zero carbon building design, including Applications for new developments are encouraged to provide an thermal insulation, structural design, assessment demonstrating how the proposal meets the principles the deployment of energy generating set out in Building for Life 12 (or updated versions). Proposals that elements, the use of green roofs, the meet the commendation threshold of 9 out of 12 will be supported. re-cycling of rainwater and the use of sustainable building materials. External features should not cause visual harm.

This policy seeks to ensure that new housing developments are designed to the HOUSING highest standards and are built to meet the changing needs of occupants. Given This policy seeks to ensure that new housing the demography of Oxenhope and lack of housing specifically for older people or developments are designed and built to the highest people challenged by mobility - it is important properties are designed in a way standard of performance which can contribute to to support these needs. There is usually a small additional cost to build to these reducing energy consumption, improving the health standards or to undertake an assessment. Several studies have concluded that and wellbeing of occupants and impact on the the cost to build to Lifetime Homes standards is usually between £500 to £1,500 environment, including mitigating flooding. per dwelling. In some cases when designs incorporate these features at the initial design stage there is no additional cost. When retrofitting houses to these standards costs can cost tens of thousands of pounds. This policy references CBMDC Core This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: Strategy Policies: DS1, DS3, DS4 SC1, SC2, HO9

55 LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

The economy of Oxenhope still relies on agriculture, as it has done for many centuries. Sheep and cattle farming are the main drivers of this sector as soil conditions are too poor to produce crops. There is a significant amount of uncertainty over the future of agriculture in Oxenhope, as there is many other parts of the country.

Tourism plays an important role locally with the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway and Bronte County the main attractions in the area.

There is an increase in people working from home in line with national trends, particularly in rural areas.

There are relatively few local opportunities for employment, many 4.3 residents commute to nearby towns or cities for work. The plan seeks to protect the existing employment generating sites and encourages the development of appropriate new uses that do not negatively impact either the residential amenity of the natural LOCAL ECONOMIC environment and wildlife. DEVELOPMENT AIMS & OBJECTIVES • Retain existing employment sites POLICIES • Support key sectors such as agriculture & tourism • Encourage new facilities to support self-employed / homeworkers

• Support new spaces of economic activity for appropriate uses

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ED1 RETENTION OF BUILDING FOR ECONOMIC USE

Support will be given to proposals that retain Pawson’s mill for non-residential uses. The Neighbourhood Plan encourages its continued use as a place for economic activity.

There is no immediate suggestion that this site will become available. However, it is felt, as this is one of the biggest employment sites in the Village, it should be included in the Plan.

There are a limited number of spaces and buildings for economic activity in Oxenhope and the Neighbourhood Plan seeks to retain these buildings for this purpose to continue to contribute to local employment and the local economy.

This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: PN1.C, EC4 LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ECONOMIC LOCAL

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ED2 RETENTION OF BUILDING FOR RETAIL USE

Proposals that would change the use of the existing Co-operative store will be resisted unless:

a) It can be demonstrated that its use as a retail outlet is not viable; or

b) Alternative retail provision of similar or superior standard is provided in a suitable location with suitable off-street parking facilities.

There are a limited number of spaces and buildings for economic activity in Oxenhope and the Neighbourhood Plan seeks to retain these buildings for this purpose. Additionally this is the only convenience store in the village and it also hosts the post office which are both highly valued by residents.

This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ECONOMIC LOCAL

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ED3 ED4 SUSTAINABLE TOURISM KEIGHLEY & WORTH VALLEY RAILWAY

Support will be given to the development or expansion Support will be given to applications which seek to of recreational, leisure and tourism related enterprises improve and enhance the Keighley and Worth Valley providing: Railway station and its facilities for community and tourism related activities subject to the proposal a) It is sensitively sited and does not have satisfying Policy SC8 of the Core Strategy. any undue adverse effects on the ecology, biodiversity or visual amenity of the rural landscape and, where necessary, steps The K.W.V.R is an important tourist attraction and local people are keen to support proposals which would secure its long term have been taken to mitigate any visual future. harm; and This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: b) Adequate parking provision is included PN1.C, EC4, SC8 that would demonstrably result in no additional on-street parking as a result of the proposal.

This policy is to be applied in sensitive areas such as those in, or within close proximity to the Pennine Uplands rather than the built up areas within the settlement boundary. The Neighbourhood Plan is keen to strike a balance between supporting and encouraging LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ECONOMIC LOCAL new and existing economic sectors whilst preserving and enhancing the local natural and built environment.

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ED5 BUSINESS SPACE

Support will be given to the development of new small-scale business space to support start-up and small businesses, creative and digital industries, or artisanal and workshop based businesses, providing the proposals satisfy Core Strategy Policy SC8 and;

a) Be located close to public transport connections. Provide adequate parking provision resulting in no additional on-street parking and would not have any undue adverse effects on the road network through the increased use of HGVs; and

b) Are designed in a way which is sensitive to the defining characteristics of the local area, including local wildlife, biodiversity and visual amenity.

Outside of the settlement boundary, support will be given to the conversion of redundant agricultural buildings for the economic uses set out above, providing they satisfy the above conditions and Green Belt criteria set out in both the NPPF and the CBMDC Local Plan.

LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ECONOMIC LOCAL This policy aims to strike a balance between encouraging local economic development, especially in unused buildings, and protecting the distinctive character of the area, the visual amenity of the village and its wildlife and biodiversity.

This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: PN1.C, EC4, SC8 60 LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

ED6 AGRICULTURAL EXPANSION OR DIVERSIFICATION

Support will be given to proposals for the expansion or diversification of existing agricultural businesses providing a statement accompanies the planning application which demonstrates: a) That it contributes to achieving sustainable economic development and there is a clear and viable economic case for the proposal; b) There will be no undue adverse effects on the existing road network through the increased use of HGVs; c) That its siting and design does not negatively impact the visual amenity of the village and the wider landscape and that if necessary, steps have been taken to mitigate any negative visual harm.

This policy strikes a balance between supporting the rural economy and protecting and enhancing the natural environment, the road network and the village’s visual quality as a whole. Core Strategy policy SC8 will be applied where proposals may impact the foraging habitats of SPA birds.

This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: PN1.C, EC4, SC7, SC8, & NPPF Para 145. 61 Photo credit: Nicola Chippendale LOCAL GREEN SPACE POLICY

GS1 LOCAL GREEN SPACES

The sites identified below are designated as local green spaces and should be protected from development unless in very special circumstances. This is due to their importance locally as they contribute to the character, distinctiveness and visual quality of the village, provide space for recreation and contribute to local wildlife and biodiversity.

4.3 A - Leeming Field B - Horseshoe Dam C - Rose Garden D - Millenium Green LOCAL GREEN E - Allotments SPACE POLICY This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policy EN1.D & NPPF Paragraph 101

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Name Location Reason and status Area A Leeming Field Land off Denholme Leeming Field acts as a physical barrier between the existing settlements 0.86 ha Road of Leeming and Lower Town. It contributes to the distinctive character of Oxenhope by preventing the coalescence of two settlements. The site also contributes to wildlife and biodiversity locally. The site is currently designated Village Green Space in the RUDP. B Horseshoe Dam Station Road Horseshoe Dam is a small site currently used as flood mitigation and 0.1 ha contributing to local wildlife and biodiversity in the centre of the village. Whilst it is unlikely to be developed the site plays an important role in providing flood mitigation and biodiversity benefits. The site is within the Lower Town Conservation Area. C Millennium Green Land between Station The Millennium Green is at the heart of the village. It was purchased by 0.46 ha Road and Keighley the residents of Oxenhope with funding from the Countryside Agency, the Road Millennium Commission (a project supported by the National Lottery) and other donors to celebrate the Millennium. It provides a local space for recreation and events including the annual village fete. The site is within the Station Road Conservation Area and is designated as woodland/ grassland Habitat Network. D Rose Garden Corner of Station Road The Rose Garden is at the centre of the village and has recently been 0.12 ha & Hebden Bridge Road adopted by Friends of Oxenhope Rose Garden. The space provides amenity and recreational space for the community as well as providing space for biodiversity and wildlife. GREEN SPACE LOCAL E Allotments Land West of Cross Well used allotments by members of community. Contributes to recreation 0.32 ha Lane and wellbeing locally in addition to wildlife and biodiversity.

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A - Leeming field sits opposite Leeming reservoir and functions as a village green space that reinforces separation between the settlements of Leeming and Lower Town. The development of this space would lead to the coalescence of these two settlements contrary to the vision for the Neighbourhood Plan and the historic evolution of Oxenhope.

b - Horseshoe Dam is a small site on Station Road that provides flood mitigation and biodiversity benefits to the village centre. Leeming Water passes through the dam. Whilst it is extremely unlikely this site would ever be developed given its size and constraints around flooding there is an appetite to ensure the site is given Local Green Space status to continue to protect and preserve the space. GREEN SPACE LOCAL

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C - Millennium Green is centrally located in the village, inside the Station Road Conservation Area. The site was purchased by residents of Oxenhope with funding from the Countryside Agency and the Millennium Commission. The site provides space for leisure, recreation and socialisation, contributing to the physical and mental wellbeing of users. The space is also used for local events such as village fetes.

D - The Rose Garden was recently adopted by the Friends of Oxenhope. It provides a space for leisure and recreation in addition to providing environmental and biodiversity benefits. LOCAL GREEN SPACE LOCAL

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E - The Allotments are well used by residents and contributes to local recreation, wildlife and biodiversity.

67 MOVEMENT & TRANSPORT

There are many challenges around movement and transport in Oxenhope. Being a rural community public transport opportunities are somewhat limited and many rely on private vehicles to get around.

Much of Oxenhope was designed and built before the invention of the car meaning there are many difficulties arising from vehicular movement around the village. Narrow roads and pavements can make it difficult for larger vehicles to negotiate and a lack of off-street parking in many homes can lead to unsafe and dangerous parking practices throughout the village.

Footpaths are an integral part of life in Oxenhope and help connect the different settlements and provide connections to surrounding villages 4.4 and countryside. Movement and transport were key issues raised during the engagement process. Many residents cited issues such as parking, narrow roads, MOVEMENT & lack of suitable pavement and poor maintenance of footpaths. TRANSPORT AIMS & OBJECTIVES • Promote sustainable transport methods • Encourage walking and cycling POLICIES • Improve pedestrian and cycle network, including footpaths • Promote best practice in terms of residential parking • Reduce traffic and parking issues where possible

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MT1 RESIDENTIAL PARKING

New housing development should provide adequate parking provision for residents in line with CBMDC Core Strategy TR2 and Parking standards set out in Appendix 4 of the Core Strategy.

In addition to this, schemes of 10 or more units should have visitor parking spaces incorporated into the scheme in designated on-street visitor parking bays. Driveways and garages should be to the side or rear of properties to avoid dominating the street scene and residential frontages. Driveways must be at least 3.3m in width. Garages should be built with minimum internal dimensions of 3.5m width x 6m length and be designed in the same architectural style as the house they serve. Proposals that do not meet this criteria will be resisted.

A key theme arising from engagement is that there is currently a high amount of on- street parking in Oxenhope and residents are keen to ensure new development does not add to this issue. Some modern garages built in Oxenhope are not large enough to store MOVEMENT & TRANSPORT MOVEMENT vehicles which can lead to increased on-street parking. The 3.3m width of driveways is informed by Lifetime Homes standards which allows sufficient space for drivers/ pedestrians to enter/exit vehicles, including wheelchair users. Internal dimensions of garages are informed by Manual for Streets and should give sufficient space for a vehicle to be stored, drivers to open the car door to enter/exit the vehicle and some storage space.

This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policy: TR2

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MT2 MT3 PEDESTRIAN AND CYCLE NETWORKS NON-RESIDENTIAL PARKING

New developments should demonstrate how they will Non-residential development should be located link with existing walking and cycling routes and where close to existing public transport connections. It the existing provision is poor, enhance and contribute to should also provide suitable parking provision for the network including public footpaths and bridleways. staff and/or customers in line with Core Strategy TR2 and appendix 4 of the Core Strategy, and provide a Elsewhere proposals that expand and enhance walking statement demonstrating how the parking strategy and cycling routes both in urban and rural locations will will not contribute to additional on-street parking be supported. and cause no undue adverse effects on the highway network.

Oxenhope enjoys great access to existing walking networks throughout the Village, however there are many parts of the village A key theme arising from engagement is that there is currently which have a poor level of pedestrian and cycle infrastructure. an excessive amount of on-street parking in Oxenhope and The Plan seeks to address this issue and aims to secure improved residents are keen to ensure new development does not further footpaths and cycle ways. add to this issue.

This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies: This policy references CBMDC Core Strategy Policies:

MOVEMENT & TRANSPORT MOVEMENT CS6, DS4, TR1, SC8 TR2

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