Gypsy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeople Development Plan Document

Disagree

I am writing to formally object to the proposed planning application for a Gypsy and Traveller site located very close to Bearsted Village. My objection is based on the following: Highway Safety and Access The site is accessed via a very narrow country road that is wholly unsuitable for increased traffic, particularly larger vehicles such as caravans and service vehicles. The road lacks pavements and adequate passing places. Any increase in traffic would pose a significant risk to pedestrians, cyclists, horse riders, and other road users, and is contrary to highway safety standards. Impact on Bearsted Village and Rural Character Bearsted is a well established village with a defined rural character. The proposed development would represent inappropriate development in this location and would cause harm to the character and appearance of the countryside. Sustainability of the Location The site is not in a sustainable location. It is poorly served by public transport and is not within reasonable walking distance of shops, schools, medical facilities, or other essential services. This would result in an over reliance on private vehicles, contrary to local and national planning policy promoting sustainable development. Precedent and Cumulative Impact Approval of this application could set an undesirable precedent for further inappropriate development along narrow rural lanes surrounding Bearsted, leading to cumulative harm to the countryside and local infrastructure. For the reasons outlined above, I request that this planning application be refused.