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12 May 2021

Jo Hobbs, Planning Officer Council Endeavour House 8 Russell Rd , IP1 2BX

Dear Ms Hobbs,

DC/21/02073 Application for Outline Planning Permission (some matters reserved, access to be considered) Town and Country Planning Act 1990 - Residential development of up to 170No dwellings together with associated off-street car parking, garden amenity space, vehicular access off Old London Road, public open space incorporating equipped area of play, and associated development. Please see Planning Statement for full details. Land South East Of Back Lane And

I write on behalf of the Suffolk Preservation Society (SPS) regarding the above outline application for development of a site which is currently being brought forward in the emerging joint local plan. Throughout the consultation process, SPS has consistently called for consideration to be given to the setting of designated heritage assets Cherry Cottage, Cherry Orchard, Chelmesis- Gainsborough-Ingelnook, Tudor Cottage and Belldown which are adjacent or in close proximity to the site. We therefore welcome the indicated buffer areas, the retention and enhancement of planted screening together with a stated intention for lower density and lower storey heights for the dwellings closest to the assets. We would expect this approach to be taken through to the reserved matters stage in its entirety.

The site is also included in the Neighbourhood Plan which is well advanced, being currently at regulation 16 consultation stage. Policy C&W 3 Land south-east of Back Lane sets out in detail the Plan’s requirements for the site Accordingly, we urge that, if the lpa is minded to approve this application, that full consideration is given to the Masterplan as set out in the NP during reserved matters discussions. It is vital that the local planning authority recognises the importance of Neighbourhood Plans and the role they play in creating sustainable places which people are proud to call home.

Yours sincerely,

Bethany Philbedge BSc (Hons) MSc (Town Planning) MRTPI

Planning Officer

Ward Councillor Chairman Copdock and Washbrook Parish Council