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2.12.2 The NPPF paragraph 94 states that local planning authorities should adopt
proactive strategies to mitigate and adapt to climate change, taking full account of
flood risk, coastal change and water supply and demand considerations. NPPF
Paragraph 95 states to support the move to a low carbon future, local planning
authorities should plan for new development in locations and ways which reduce
greenhouse gas emissions; actively support energy efficiency improvements to
existing buildings.
2.12.3 The application site is located in Flood Zone 1 which is at low probability of flooding.
In terms of drainage the application states that foul sewage would be connected to
the mains sewer with surface water directed to a soakaway. Yorkshire Water have
been consulted on these methods of drainage and raised no objections. It is
therefore considered that the drainage proposals are acceptable.
2.12.4 In relation to reducing climate change, the design and access statement confirms
that the dwelling would be built to a minimum of Level 3 of Code for Sustainable
Homes. It goes on to state that it is likely to be 8% more efficient than current
buildings regulations meaning that it would achieve regulatory standards. It is
therefore considered that the proposals adequately address climate change in
accordance with Policies YH2 and ENV5 of the Regional Spatial Strategy and the
NPPF.
2.13 Highways
2.13.1 Policies ENV1(2), H6(3), T1 and T2 of the Local Plan require development to
ensure that there is no detrimental impact on the existing highway network or
parking arrangements. These Local Plan policies should be afforded significant
weight as they are broadly consistent with the aims of the NPPF.
2.13.2 With respect to parking, paragraph 39 of the NPPF states that when setting local
parking standards for residential and non-residential development, local planning
authorities should take into account the accessibility of the development; the type,
mix and use of development; the availability of and opportunities for public
transport; local car ownership levels; and an overall need to reduce the use of highemission
vehicles.
2.13.3 As a designated Service Village, Riccall is considered to be a settlement which is
capable of accommodating additional small scale residential development. As such
it is considered to be a sustainable location with access to a range of services and
facilities.
2.13.4 The dwelling would be served from the existing access which would be widened to
achieve highway standards and is the same as that previously approved for this.
The site would provide for sufficient parking provision with 2no. spaces in the
double garage and 2no. spaces on the driveway with sufficient parking provision
retained for no. 43 Main Street. Highways Officers have raised no objections to the
proposals with respect to the impact on the existing highway network subject to
conditions and it is considered that the scheme is acceptable and in accordance
with policies ENV1(2), H6(3), T1 and T2 of the Local Plan, Regional Spatial
Strategy Policy T1 and Paragraph 39 of the NPPF.
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