Witherslack - Preferred Site Assessments (PDF) - Lake District ...

large-scale developments.
Tree and
Woodlands
Utilities
(electricity/
gas)
Utilities
(Sewerage/
drainage)
Utilities
(water)
The site is well screened from the west with open views across the area
of land to the east. A small linear development along the eastern edge of
the site would relate to the form of the settlement, respect the properties
across the road which are set at a lower level and allow the line of trees
fronting the site to screen the development. A modification of the site
boundary to the south is required take out the area currently used as the
village hall car park. With careful consideration to the design, scale,
layout, and access to the site, it may be possible to accommodate a
scheme on this site without having an unacceptable harmful impact on
the settlement character.
There is one oak tree within the site which is worthy of retention. There
are road side trees outside of the site and boundary tree both at the
north end and south eastern corner all of which should have their root
protection area taken into account. This will reduce the number of
properties that can be accommodated on the site, however there is room
to develop part of the site and the trees can be within the garden area.
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 has 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.
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
No water supply or capacity issues have been identified.
Summary of consultation comments
Summary of comments made on site X2012, Land north of the Village Hall
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
Cumbria County Council Highways response
o Feasible – Yes
o Known Highway Issue – No
o Comment – Acceptable in principle subject to securing a suitable assess
arrangement.
Comments received:
o Concern about the cumulative impact of development.
Summary of assessment with regards to HRA/SA