Loxley Valley Township Objection from Friends of the Loxley Valley
Loxley Valley Township Objection from Friends of the Loxley Valley 20/01301/OUT | Hybrid Application for change of use of existing buildings to be retained, altered vehicular access from Loxley Road with secondary public transport access from Rowell Lane and associated works with outline approval (with all other matters reserved) for demolition of existing buildings and structures, provision of a residential led mixed-use development that will deliver up to 300 dwellings, reinstatement works, site remediation, green infrastructure, landscaping and associated infrastructure (Amended Description) | Hepworth Properties Ltd East Works Storrs Bridge Lane Sheffield S6 6SX Friends of the Loxley Valley is a community group with the aim of caring for the Loxley valley, showcasing its wonderful qualities, and when necessary protecting and defending it. At the time of writing, FOLV had around 98 members. Furthermore, at the time of writing there were over 700 objections to this application from the local community and interested parties, indicating the strength of community feeling around this inappropriate large scale development in a quiet rural valley bordering the River Loxley. This objection is attempting to reflect the voices of the local community and interested parties and relies heavily on the comments submitted to the planning portal in relation to this application. The background to our objection is the Sheffield Core Strategy 2009, section 3.4 and in particular points 6 and 7 • Respect the global environment by reducing the city’s impact on climate change and by using resources and designing sustainably • Prize, protect and enhance its natural environment and distinctive heritage and promote high-quality buildings and spaces.
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