Gypsy, Traveller and Travelling Showpeople Development Plan Document
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New searchFlood Zones and polices 4. We agree that both will need the sequential and exceptions test to be carried out if required on a case-bycase basis. 82. Yes agree 86. Yes agree, we would encourage development to be moved out of 3a and 3b where possible, due to the flood risk, as caravans are highly vulnerable and we would need to be satisfied that these would be safe during a flood event. Also, safe access and egress is considered when dealing with planning applications in these areas.
Policy C4S (002) - Shenley Corner We agree with all parts raised in the policy will be acceptable to us, through the planning process.
Policy C4S (015) - Oakhurst We agree with all points raised in the policy will be acceptable to us, through the planning process.
Accommodation on non-allocated sites Policy TR7 (D) flooding We would encourage development to be placed outside flood zone 3a and 3b due to flood risk. The applicant will need a specific flood risk assessment to be approved by the EA to address the flood risk concerns in the area. Also, a sequential and exception test will need to be passed where necessary.
Most of the northern half of Maidstone Borough is underlain by principal and secondary aquifers that provide drinking water and base flow to rivers. Groundwater in these locations is at risk of pollution from potentially contaminative land uses if such activities are not managed appropriately. When identifying locations for gypsies and travellers, regard must be had for the sensitivity of the underlying groundwater and whether any proposed activities by site occupants presents a risk of pollution, for example vehicle maintenance. Sites should have available connections to the mains sewer network or amenity blocks, as discharges to sewage effluent to the environment pose a risk of contamination, and in most cases must be controlled under an environmental permit. For further guidance please visit Check if you need an environmental permit - GOV.UK or contact our National Customer Contact Centre on 03702 422 549. The applicant should not assume that a permit will automatically be forthcoming once planning permission has been granted, and we advise them to consult with us at the earliest opportunity.
