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Allocations of Land
Excluded Site
Assessments
Portinscale

Please read this section in conjunction with the
covering report
Excluded sites
Following the assessment of sites a number of sites have not been selected as
preferred sites for allocation. This report gives details of those sites which have
not been selected together with their assessment.
Sites have generally not been selected because:
The site is not available for allocation; or
The site is not considered to be suitable for allocation; or
Other sites considered to be more suitable for allocation in the settlement
which will meet the needs of the settlement and locality.
Sites that we have not selected for allocation may still be suitable for future
development. Our Development Management Service is available to discuss the
merits of individual development proposals. You can contact our duty officer or
visit a planning surgery to ask for pre-application advice.
Please use the site reference number at the top of the assessment to enter on
the online map to identify the location of the excluded site. Alternatively please
come along to one of our consultation events and we can discuss the sites you
are interested in.
The webpage for the online map is www.lakedistrict.gov.uk/allocations
A number of sites were excluded from the allocation process prior to our ‘Issues
and options’ consultation. Details of these sites are available to view on our
website at www.lakedistrict.gov.uk/allocations under the ‘Issues and Options’ and
‘Further Issues and Options’ sections. Further sites were excluded in a number of
villages as we undertook a piece of work to identify which villages (as identified in
the Core Strategy) had a proportionally high housing need and which did not.
Villages assessed where sites will not be allocated are:
Ennerdale Bridge
Eskdale Green
High/Low Lorton
Ravenglass
Threlkeld
Troutbeck/Troutbeck Bridge (Sites will be allocated for affordable housing
in Troutbeck Bridge but not Troutbeck)
The technical report explaining why these villages will not have housing
allocations is available from www.lakedistrict.gov.uk/allocations

Portinscale
Site reference
number
Suggested use at
issues an
options
Status for
preferred options
X1018 H Not selected 0.34
X1019 H Not selected 0.25
X1061 H Not selected 3.04
Site area (Ha)

Site reference X1018 Site area (Ha) 0.34
Site name
Land between Grisedale House and Lingy Side
Suggested use at Issues and Housing
Options
Key issues identified at Stage 2 Can issue be potentially overcome/ mitigated?
through Issues and Options
consultation
No (give reason)
Further assessment
required (see below)
Issues raised regarding access to
Yes
the site
Cumulative impact of
Yes
development could impact upon
the junctions between the A66
and the local road network within
the settlement.
Stage 3
No Yes
Is the site available? ? ?
Site characteristics
Located on the western edge of the village of Portinscale, the site is an agricultural field
accessed via a small wooden gate off a private single track.
The site slopes gently to the south with a group of mature trees to the southern edge of the field.
A post and wire fence bounds the field with a section of mature hedgerow abutting the private
track to the west.
This infill site is flanked to the north by the property ‘Grisedale House’ and to the south ‘Lingy
Side’, fields to the east and across the track to the west another residential property ‘Robin’s
Field’.
The character of the site is essentially rural but with several large detached properties set within
their own grounds is in close proximity to the site.
Further Can issues be overcome/ mitigated?
issues/opp Are there opportunities for enhancement?
ortunities to
consider
Issues and opportunities
Green = no issue
Amber = issues can be addressed
through mitigation
Red = Issue cannot be satisfactorily
addressed
= Opportunity for enhancement
Accessibility The site is accessed off a narrow private road which runs virtually parallel
with the main road that runs through the village. There are no footways
along this stretch of road, however because it is for private use it is lightly
used which is reflected in its designation as a public footpath. Development
of the site is unlikely to have a significant detrimental effect on the public
right of way.
Archaeology
Biodiversity/
Geodiversity
There are no archaeological features on this site or in close proximity.
A preliminary desk top assessment of designations has been undertaken to
identify any sites which are located within 250 metres of Special Areas of
Conservation, Sites of Special Scientific Interest, Special Protection Areas,
National Nature Reserves, Local Nature Reserves, RAMSAR sties, County
Wildlife Sites, and Regionally Important Geological and Geomorphological

Sites. This site is not located within 250 metres of any of these nature
designations so there is unlikely to be any adverse impact but any
proposals that may have a direct or indirect effect on these features will be
expected to give full consideration of the potential impact.
Contaminate
d land
Flood risk
Health and
Wellbeing
Highways
Historic
environment
Landscape
Neighbour
impact
Planning
history
(including
relevant
It is also possible that this site hosts protected habitats and species which
will require further consideration prior to the submission of any planning
application for the development of the site. Mitigation measures may be
required. Need to check out trees to assess bat interest/potential as part of
any development proposal.
This is a greenfield site currently used for agricultural purposes. It is
unlikely that it is contaminated as there is no record of previous
development on this site.
The site is in a low risk area. It is located within Zone 1 Low Probability
which is land assessed as having a less than 1 in 1000 annual probability
of river flooding in any year.
We are not aware of any reported localized flooding episodes.
Any subsequent application for this site will need to address surface water
run-off in order to comply with Policy CS11 and CS17.
There are no rights of access on this site through a Public Right of Way and
the site is not designated as Important Open Space for Recreation under
Local Plan Policy S1. Development of this site would not result in the loss
of recreational opportunities.
Site is accessed via a private, single track lane which has restricted
visibility at its junction with the highway. The track and junction will need
improvement in order to accommodate the development. Alternatively
access would need to be via X1061 (should it be allocated). Also, the
cumulative impact of proposed development in Portinscale could impact
upon the junctions between the A66 and the local road network within the
settlement.
There are no listed buildings on or in close proximity to this site. There is no
Conservation Area delineated in Portinscale.
A predominantly tranquil landscape surrounding the shores of Derwent
Water away from the main roads. The high fells around the lake provide a
dramatic sense of enclosure. Extensive areas of mainly deciduous
woodland cover the lower fell sides. Open views across to the high fells are
vulnerable to interruption.
The site is remnant woodland now improved pasture and includes a
number of very large mature trees and old grown out pollards. It is
essentially a gap site which provides a visual link between the lane and the
domed semi-improved pasture of site 1061. Due to higher ground to the
east and development and garden trees to the north, south and west views
into the site are limited.
The group of mature trees to the south of the site creates a natural edge to
development resulting in a clearly defined space between future
development and the property Lingy Side. The site provides plenty of scope
to avoid significant neighbour impacts.
No planning history for this site.

appeals)
Settlement
character
Tree and
Woodlands
Utilities
(electricity/
gas)
The village of Portinscale nestles between the busy A66 to the north west,
the River Derwent to the north east and Derwent Water to the south east.
Just off the busy A66, the sense of tranquility is disturbed by road noise,
views of roads and urban development. In addition at night there is light
pollution from Keswick.
Residential development to the north and central core of the village are
denser than the southern area consisting of two storey semi-detached
estate style housing to the north and a more traditional vernacular style in
the centre.
The site is located to the western edge of the village which is more sparsely
populated than the central area of the village. Whilst the site maintains a
feeling of being in the village, it is on the edge and there is a strong sense
of rural with open views across the fields.
Although residential properties here are less dense, development could
take place on this site without having an unacceptable adverse impact upon
the character of the village. However, issues of design and scale are
important considerations.
There are mature trees on the site which are important features of this site
adding value to the amenity of the area. Many of these trees are valuable
landscape features but likely to be of a size, age, and in some cases
condition, that is incompatible with development of the site. This might not
preclude development but will necessitate hard choices regarding the
removal of trees and a sensitive planting scheme.
Or alternatively ensuring that all mature trees are kept in areas of public
open space within the scheme and that there are no changes of level within
the RPA (root protection areas) so that the mature trees can be retained.
Gas - No capacity issues have been identified. It should be possible to
supply sites on an individual basis from the existing low pressure
system. However, to provide a firm response detailed information is
required.
Electricity- ENWL have a commitment to provide an electricity supply to
new build development. ENWL determine the cost of connection and the
developer would be expected to contribute part or all of this cost. Sites
closer to sub-stations and existing developments are likely to result in lower
connection costs. Further information is required to provide a detailed
response.
Utilities
(Sewerage/
drainage)
Utilities
(water)
There are no problems with the foul water network.
Environment agency will require connection to the main sewer if available.
They will want to avoid seepage of chemicals from sewer systems which
could ultimately affect the water quality in BassenthwaiteLake and Derwent
Water.
There are no problems with the fresh water network.
Summary of consultation comments
Housing: Support: 0 Object: 0 Don't mind: 0
Employment: Support: 0 Object: 0 Don't mind: 0
Waste Management: Support: 0 Object: 0 Don't mind: 0

Open Space: Support: 0 Object: 0 Don't mind: 0
Site is accessed via a private, single track lane which has restricted visibility at its junction with
the highway. The track and junction will need improvement in order to accommodate the
development. Alternatively access would need to be via X1061 (should it be allocated).
Cumulative impact of housing and employment sites within Portinscale could impact upon the
junctions between the A66 and the local road network within the settlement.
Summary of assessment with regards to HRA/SA
Housing Development:
Significant positive effect on SA objective (++):
SA3: To provide everyone with a decent home
SA15: To improve access to jobs
Significant negative effect on SA objective (--):
None identified
Uncertain but potentially significant effect on SA objective (--? or ++?):
SA7: To protect and enhance biodiversity (--?)
Minor positive effect on SA objective (+):
None identified
Minor negative effect on objective (-):
None identified
Uncertain, potentially minor effect on SA objective (-? or +?):
SA17: To protect historic assets and their settings (-?)
Negligible effect on objective (0)
SA2: To improve access to services, facilities, the countryside and open space
SA5: To improve the health and wellbeing of people
SA10: To improve local air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Uncertain effect on objective (?)
SA8: To preserve, enhance and manage landscape quality and character for future generations
Employment Development:
LDNPA does not consider that this site is a reasonable alternative for employment development
Summary of Habitats Regulations Assessment Evidence:
The potential scale of development at this site is small (

introduce a degree of intensification which is currently unacceptable. The access road itself may
not be considered of an acceptable standard to accommodate further development.
Taking into consideration alternative sites which are considered to be sequentially more
favourable for allocation in Portinscale this site is not selected as a preferred site.
No Yes
Is this site selected as a preferred option?
If so, for what use?
Suggested requirements if allocated

Site reference X1019 Site area (Ha) 0.25
Site name
Woodland North of Longcroft
Suggested use at Issues and Housing
Options
Key issues identified at Stage 2 Can issue be potentially overcome/ mitigated?
through Issues and Options
consultation
No (give reason)
Further assessment
required (see below)
Issues raised regarding access to
Yes
the site
Cumulative impact of
Yes
development upon the junctions
between the A66 and the local
road network within the
settlement.
Stage 3
No Yes
Is the site available? ? ?
Site characteristics
Located on the western edge of the village of Portinscale, this greenfield site is accessed via a
small wooden gate off a private single track.
The site slopes upwards to the north west and is undulating. There are several small clusters of
large mature trees throughout the site. A post and wire fence bounds the field with beech
hedges abutting the private track to the west and the property ‘Longcroft’ to the south.
This infill site is flanked on all sides by residential properties, of a variety of building styles. The
properties to the north east of the site look down and across the site.
Further Can issues be overcome/ mitigated?
issues/opp Are there opportunities for enhancement?
ortunities to
consider
Issues and opportunities
Green = no issue
Amber = issues can be addressed
through mitigation
Red = Issue cannot be satisfactorily
addressed
= Opportunity for enhancement
Accessibility The site is accessed off a narrow private road which runs virtually parallel
with the main road that runs through the village. There are no footways
along this stretch of road, however because it is for private use it is lightly
used which is reflected in its designation as a public footpath. Development
of the site is unlikely to have a significant detrimental effect on the public
right of way.
Archaeology
Biodiversity/
Geodiversity
There are no archaeological features on or in close proximity to this site.
A preliminary desk top assessment of designations has been undertaken to
identify any sites which are located within 250 metres of Special Areas of
Conservation, Sites of Special Scientific Interest, Special Protection Areas,
National Nature Reserves, Local Nature Reserves, RAMSAR sties, County
Wildlife Sites, and Regionally Important Geological and Geomorphological
Sites. This site is not located within 250 metres of any of these nature
designations so there is unlikely to be any adverse impact but any
proposals that may have a direct or indirect effect on these features will be
expected to give full consideration of the potential impact.

It is also possible that this site hosts protected habitats and species which
will require further consideration prior to the submission of any planning
application for the development of the site. Mitigation measures may be
required. There is however a bat roost (ID 175) within 250m of the site. This
may have a bearing on the ability of this site being considered appropriate
for future development. Existing trees provide good bat habitat.
Contaminate
d land
Flood risk
Health and
Wellbeing
Highways
Historic
environment
Landscape
Neighbour
impact
Planning
history
(including
relevant
appeals)
This is a greenfield site. It is unlikely that it is contaminated as there is no
record of previous development on this site.
The site is in a low risk area. It is located within Zone 1 Low Probability
which is land assessed as having a less than 1 in 1000 annual probability
of river flooding in any year.
We are not aware of any reported localized flooding episodes.
Any subsequent application for this site will need to address surface water
run-off in order to comply with Policy CS11 and CS17.
There are no rights of access directly to this site via a Public Right of Way
although footpaths run along the northern and western edges. The site is
not designated as Important Open Space for Recreation under Local Plan
Policy S1. Development of this site would not result in the loss of
recreational opportunities.
Site is accessed via a private, single track lane which has restricted
visibility at its junction with the highway. The track junction will need
improvement in order to accommodate the development. Also the
cumulative impact of proposed development in Portinscale could impact
upon the junctions between the A66 and the local road network within the
settlement.
There are no listed buildings on or in close proximity to this site. There is no
Conservation Area delineated in Portinscale.
A predominantly tranquil landscape surrounding the shores of Derwent
Water away from the main roads. The high fells around the lake provide a
dramatic sense of enclosure. Extensive areas of mainly deciduous
woodland cover the lower fell sides. Open views across to the high fells are
vulnerable to interruption.
The site is remnant woodland now improved pasture and includes a
number of large mature trees. It is essentially a gap site within development
of generally detached houses with large gardens. Due to higher ground to
the east and development and garden trees to the north, south and west
views into the site are limited.
Several properties adjoin the site namely ‘Oakgarth’ ‘Little Paddock’
‘Longcroft’, and ‘Larkfield’ across the single track. The site slopes westward
limiting the immediate impacts on both ‘Oakgarth’ and ‘Little Paddock’.
Longcroft is a large detached house which sits in its own grounds.
Any future development on this site will have to ensure there is sufficient
separation between the development and the neighbouring properties to
ensure there are no detrimental effects on residential amenity.
No planning history for this site.

Settlement
character
Tree and
Woodlands
Utilities
(electricity/
gas)
Utilities
(Sewerage/
drainage)
Utilities
(water)
The village of Portinscale nestles between the busy A66 to the north west,
the River Derwent to the north east and Derwent Water to the south east.
Just off the busy A66, the sense of tranquility is disturbed by road noise,
views of roads and urban development. In addition at night there is light
pollution from Keswick.
Residential development to the north and central core of the village are
denser than the southern area consisting of two storey semi-detached
estate style housing to the north and a more traditional vernacular style in
the centre.
The site is located to the western edge of the village and sits comfortably
within the village envelope.
Although residential properties here are less dense, development could
take place on this site without having an unacceptable adverse impact upon
the character of the village. However, issues of design and scale and
landscape amenity are important considerations.
There are several mature trees scattered throughout this site, some of
which may be of amenity value. Due to the mature trees and sloping nature
of this site it is unlikely that this site will be suitable for an affordable
housing development as this is likely to lead to the loss of mature trees
however it may be appropriate for 1 house to be built with the trees as part
of the garden.
Gas - No capacity issues have been identified. It should be possible to
supply sites on an individual basis from the existing low pressure
system. However, to provide a firm response detailed information is
required.
Electricity- ENWL have a commitment to provide an electricity supply to
new build development. ENWL determine the cost of connection and the
developer would be expected to contribute part or all of this cost. Sites
closer to sub-stations and existing developments are likely to result in lower
connection costs. Further information is required to provide a detailed
response.
There are no problems with the foul water network.
Environment agency will require connection to the main sewer if available.
They will want to avoid seepage of chemicals from sewer systems which
could ultimately affect the water quality in BassenthwaiteLake and Derwent
Water.
There are no problems with the fresh water network.
Summary of consultation comments
Housing: Support: 0 Object: 0 Don't mind: 0
Employment: Support: 0 Object: 0 Don't mind: 0
Waste Management: Support: 0 Object: 0 Don't mind: 0
Open Space: Support: 0 Object: 0Don't mind: 0
Responses received concern access to the site and possible impacts on the existing road
network as detailed in the highway section above.
Summary of assessment with regards to HRA/SA
Housing Development:

Significant positive effect on SA objective (++):
SA3: To provide everyone with a decent home
SA15: To improve access to jobs
Significant negative effect on SA objective (--):
None identified
Uncertain but potentially significant effect on SA objective (--? or ++?):
SA17: To protect historic assets and their settings (--?)
Minor positive effect on SA objective (+):
None identified
Minor negative effect on objective (-):
None identified
Uncertain, potentially minor effect on SA objective (-? or +?):
SA7: To protect and enhance biodiversity (-?)
Negligible effect on objective (0)
SA2: To improve access to services, facilities, the countryside and open space
SA5: To improve the health and wellbeing of people
SA10: To improve local air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Uncertain effect on objective (?)
SA8: To preserve, enhance and manage landscape quality and character for future generations
Employment Development:
LDNPA does not consider that this site is a reasonable alternative for employment development
Summary of Habitats Regulations Assessment Evidence:
The potential scale of development at this site is small (

Site reference X1019 Site area (Ha) 0.25
Site name
Woodland north of Longcroft, Portinscale
Suggested use at Issues and Open space amenity, housing
Options
Key issues identified at Stage 2 Possible to overcome or mitigate the issue?
through issues and options
consultation
No (give reason)
Further
assessment
required (see
below)
No issues identified.
N/A
Stage 3 – amenity open space
Is there a local deficiency of this type of open space?
Is there a local surplus of this type of open space?
Is the site publicly accessible?
Is the site used for recreation?
Is the site within or well related to a settlement?
Is the site or its use mentioned in the community plan?
If applicable, does the community plan recognise it as
worthy of retention for its current use?
Does the site contribute to the character of the built
environment, landscape, or settlement form?
Has an alternative use or development been suggested?
Yes
Yes
N/A
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
No
Description of reasonable alternative use(s):
Housing, open space. Site is currently woodland.
If a new use is suggested what is the justification or considerations to justify
an alternative use or development?
Need for housing sites within the north distinctive area.
Site characteristics
Site has grass and tree cover. It is uneven and slopes up towards the north.
Surrounding land uses are housing, to the north, east, west and south. Private
access road from the A66 to the site.
Summary of consultation comments
No comments received. Highways issue – restricted visibility means that the access
track junction with the main road will need improvement.
Summary of assessment with regards to HRA/SA

Summary of assessment findings (i.e. above)
The site is not publically accessible, and is not being recommended as a preferred
housing site therefore there is not considered to be any development pressure which
would result in the loss of the site.
Should this site be designated as amenity open
space?
Yes
No

Site reference X1061 Site area (Ha) 3.04
Site name
Large area of land between Cotehill and Grisedale
Suggested use at Issues and Housing
Options
Key issues identified at Stage 2 Can issue be potentially overcome/ mitigated?
through Issues and Options
consultation
No (give reason)
Further assessment
required (see below)
Transport Assessment and Travel
Yes
Plan required
Suitable access arrangements
Yes
should being provided.
Cumulative impact of
Yes
development upon the junctions
between the A66 and the local
road network within the
settlement.
Stage 3
No Yes
Is the site available? ? ?
Site characteristics
This large site consists of three fields used for agricultural purposes and occupies an elevated
position in the area.
There are a number of mature trees scattered throughout the site. The site is enclosed by large
detached residential properties. There are no clear points of access to the site.
Further Can issues be overcome/ mitigated?
issues/opp Are there opportunities for enhancement?
ortunities to
consider
Issues and opportunities
Green = no issue
Amber = issues can be addressed
through mitigation
Red = Issue cannot be satisfactorily
addressed
= Opportunity for enhancement
Accessibility There are no obvious points of access to the site. It could be accessed from
the private single track to the west via an adjacent field. However, the field
may be in separate ownership.
Clarity is required to address access issues.
Archaeology
Biodiversity/
Geodiversity
There are no archaeological features on or in close proximity to the site.
A preliminary desk top assessment of designations has been undertaken to
identify any sites which are located within 250 metres of Special Areas of
Conservation, Sites of Special Scientific Interest, Special Protection Areas,
National Nature Reserves, Local Nature Reserves, RAMSAR sties, County
Wildlife Sites, and Regionally Important Geological and Geomorphological
Sites. The site is within 250m of the River Derwent & Tributaries SSSI and
River Derwent and Bassenthwaite Lake SAC.
Issues around drainage and surface water handling would be key
considerations as part of any development proposal. Any proposals that
may have a direct or indirect effect on these features will be expected to
give full consideration of the potential impact.

Contaminate
d land
Flood risk
Health and
Wellbeing
Highways
Historic
environment
Landscape
Neighbour
impact
Planning
history
(including
relevant
appeals)
Settlement
character
It is also possible that this site hosts protected habitats and species which
will require further consideration prior to the submission of any planning
application for the development of the site. Mitigation measures may be
required.
This is a greenfield site and we do not have any records of previous
development, it is unlikely therefore that this site is contaminated.
The site is in a low risk area. It is located within Zone 1 Low Probability
which is land assessed as having a less than 1 in 1000 annual probability
of river flooding in any year.
We are not aware of any reported localized flooding episodes.
Any subsequent application for this site will need to address surface water
run-off in order to comply with Policy CS11 and CS17.
The site is not accessible via a Public Right of Way and the site is not
designated as Important Open Space for Recreation under Local Plan
Policy S1. Development of this site would not result in the loss of
recreational opportunities.
Cumulative impact of development could impact upon the junctions
between the A66 and the local road network within the settlement.
There are no listed buildings on or in close proximity to this site. There is no
Conservation Area delineated in Portinscale.
A predominantly tranquil landscape surrounding the shores of Derwent
Water away from the main roads. The high fells around the lake provide a
dramatic sense of enclosure. Extensive areas of mainly deciduous
woodland cover the lower fell sides. Open views across to the high fells are
vulnerable to interruption.
The site occupies an elevated position and will introduce development that
will project into the existing skyline. This may have significant adverse
effects on local landscape character and also on wider views into the site.
Light pollution, particularly in winter may also have a detrimental effect on
the landscape over a wide area and therefore requires careful
consideration.
There appear to be a national trust covenant on the land.
A site of this size has the capacity to accommodate a large housing
scheme. This will have an effect on the local amenity particularly in respect
of access and scale. Density is a key consideration as the area is low
density. The issue of access needs to be clarified to determine whether the
scheme would be overbearing particularly given the elevated nature of
much of the site. A small scheme at the northern edge of the site may be
considered more appropriate. The access from the highway on the eastern
side of the site is currently from a field gate behind which the land rises as
an embankment with mature trees. Putting an access in here to meet
highway standards would be a significant local landscape impact.
No planning history for this site.
The village of Portinscale nestles between the busy A66 to the north west,
the River Derwent to the north east and Derwent Water to the south east.
Just off the busy A66, the sense of tranquility is disturbed by road noise,
views of roads and urban development. In addition at night there is light

Tree and
Woodlands
Utilities
(electricity/
gas)
Utilities
(Sewerage/
drainage)
Utilities
(water)
pollution from Keswick.
Residential development to the north and central core of the village are
denser than the southern area consisting of two storey semi-detached
estate style housing to the north and a more traditional vernacular style in
the centre.
The site is located in an area of low density residential properties. It
contributes to the sense of tranquility and rural and is an important feature
in the local amenity. The site in its entirety does not lend itself comfortably
for large scale housing development.
There are several mature trees within the site boundary. Trees are a very
important feature in this area so issues of design and landscape need
careful consideration. If propose for development it is likely to be
appropriate to serve a TPO on these trees as they have high amenity
value.
Ensure that all mature trees are designed into the areas of public open
space within the scheme and that there are no changes of level within the
RPA (root protection areas) so that the mature trees can be retained.
Electricity- ENWL have a commitment to provide an electricity supply to
new build development. ENWL determine the cost of connection and the
developer would be expected to contribute part or all of this cost. Sites
closer to sub-stations and existing developments are likely to result in lower
connection costs. Further information is required to provide a detailed
response.
Gas - No capacity issues have been identified. It should be possible to
supply sites on an individual basis from the existing low pressure
system. However, to provide a firm response detailed information is
required.
There are no problems with the foul water network.
There are no problems with the fresh water network.
Summary of consultation comments
Housing: Support: 0 Object: 0 Don't mind: 0
Employment: Support: 0 Object: 0 Don't mind: 0
Waste Management: Support: 0 Object: 0 Don't mind: 0
Open Space: Support: 0 Object: 0 Don't mind: 0
Responses received concern access to the site and possible impacts on the existing road
network as detailed in the highway section above.
Summary of assessment with regards to HRA/SA
Housing Development:
Significant positive effect on SA objective (++):
SA3: To provide everyone with a decent home
SA15: To improve access to jobs
Significant negative effect on SA objective (--):
None identified

Uncertain but potentially significant effect on SA objective (--? or ++?):
SA7: To protect and enhance biodiversity (--?)
Minor positive effect on SA objective (+):
None identified
Minor negative effect on objective (-):
None identified
Uncertain, potentially minor effect on SA objective (-? or +?):
SA17: To protect historic assets and their settings (-?)
Negligible effect on objective (0)
SA2: To improve access to services, facilities, the countryside and open space
SA5: To improve the health and wellbeing of people
SA10: To improve local air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions
Uncertain effect on objective (?)
SA8: To preserve, enhance and manage landscape quality and character for future generations.
Employment Development:
LDNPA does not consider that this site is a reasonable alternative for employment development.
Summary of Habitats Regulations Assessment Evidence:
The potential scale of development at this site is medium (1.0-10.0ha).
It is located within 250m of the River Derwent and Bassenthwaite Lake SAC.
Summary of assessment findings (i.e. above)
There are no environmental designations immediately affecting this site. However, the site is
sensitive as it is an important feature adding value to the local amenity and it is not considered
appropriate to develop the entire site. The northern most part of the site may have potential for
the development of a small scheme subject to appropriate access arrangements. But taking into
consideration alternative sites which are considered to be sequentially more favourable for
allocation in Keswick this site is not selected as a preferred site.
No Yes
Is this site selected as a preferred option?
If so, for what use?
Suggested requirements if allocated