Proposed New Leisure Facilities for Brackenborough Lawn

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Void Proposed new Leisure Facilities for Brackenborough Lawn, Louth 15 8 ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS Illustrative Section looking North from Proposed Area 4 towards the Core Facilities Environmental Benefits The Brackenborough Lawn site is located on flat land on the northern edge of Louth. Due to the topography of the area and the existing mature tree planting on the site, the site is well screened from external viewpoints. Notwithstanding it is proposed to strengthen the existing screening with new tree planting and to use landscaped bunds to protect against traffic and other noise. For example, the western boundary would consist of shrub planting in the existing gaps and the southern boundary would require a new hedge with trees where required. Illustrative Section looking East from Proposed Area 3 towards the Core Facilities In addition, it is proposed to lavish the site with new trees to provide for a sylvan feel to the holiday accommodation experience offered by the site. This will also provide new wildlife habitats and increase the biodiversity value of the site. The retention, enhanced and restocking (with native species) of the existing pond will provide for nature conservation benefits as well as providing a sustainable drainage store for excess surface water. Each lodge will be fitted with a rainwater tank built to store initial rainwater run-off. It is also proposed that a Bio-mass boiler system be used for the site. Enhanced Pond With New Reed Beds and Planting Integrated with New Log Cabins Highly insulated log cabins with underfloor heating and hot water fed from main Biomass Boiler System located near to the Core Facilities NEW SHALLOW REED AREAS BASE AND FOUNDATION CONSTRUCTION The creation of new areas of shallow water at the edges of the pond Timber ring and floor beams fixed to 'ScrewFast' foundation piles at will soften the transition from land to deep water and it will provide a approximately 2m centres, providing minimal soil disturbance and new habitat. Shallow water will warm up quicker than deeper water maximum bearing capacity via the helical blade pile system (ScrewFast piles and it will support a different suite of plants and animals to the rest are fully re-usable/recyclable) for further information see (www.screwfast.com) of the pond. A pond which has shallow margins as well as deeper areas is more ecologically complete and functions better than one which lacks either of these features It is proposed that the holiday log cabins would be constructed from highly environmentally sustainable materials and would be sited on low impact foundations or bases in order to further preserve the ecology of the site. These minimise soil disturbance and therefore do not disrupt tree roots or the local ecosystems. Hard surfacing would likely take the form of gravel roads as demonstrated at the nearby Kenwick Park development. Given that this is a brand new site, there would be opportunities to implement best practice construction techniques in order to promote sustainability. Void Log Cabin Sectional Detail
16 Proposed new Leisure Facilities for Brackenborough Lawn, Louth 9PLANNING POLICY PROPOSED SITE Local Plan Proposals Map Planning Policy The proposed site is allocated in The East Lindsey Local Plan Alteration 1999 as being part of an Area of Great Landscape Value (AGLV). It is also part of the countryside; being outside of any defined settlement boundary. September 2007 deadline and until such time as the relevant LDF Development Control Policies Document is adopted. Saved Policy C11 states that the Council will protect the natural beauty of the Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and the distinctive character of the Areas of Great Landscape Value (AGLV) by not permitting certain development. The Policy goes on to say that new development may be acceptable where landscape features are retained, where the site is alongside a settlement, where the proposal meets social and economic needs and where it does not harm the quiet enjoyment of the local area. Notwithstanding the fact that Planning Policy Statement 7 (see over) plays down the Saved Policy T14 deals with New Static Holiday Caravan Parks. To summarise, the Policy states that the development of such parks (of which we assume would include holiday lodges) will be permitted alongside settlements where it can be shown that (a) it is associated with an existing tourist attraction, (b) it is an extension to an existing site, (c) it is outside the AGLV, (d) it does not dominate the locality, (e) it does not harm the amenities of adjacent residences, (f) a landscaping scheme is provided, and (g) on larger sites, provision is also made for touring caravans. The proposals generally accord with the thrust of this criteria Saved Policy T15 deals with touring caravan sites. Again this policy allows for development provided that various parameters are met. These are along the same lines as those for Policy T14 and again this proposal conforms to these criteria. Saved Policy T16 deals with holiday and seasonal occupancy. It states that the typical holiday season for static caravans will be from March 1st to January 5th. However, the policy goes on to state that more permanent holiday development will be subject to holiday occupancy planning conditions which would appear to reflect those conditions recommended by the more recent Good Practice Guide to Planning for Tourism. The Local Development Plan also comprises of the Lincolnshire County Structure Plan which has been saved until September 2009. These policies will be analysed in the Planning Application. The May 2006 Good Practice Guide to Tourism (GPG) is the main national policy context for tourism developments. Para 1.2 Local planning authorities in England should have regard to the guidance in this document when preparing development plans. The guidance may also be The GPG emphasises the local value of tourism which can bring many broader benefits that will contribute to the economic and social well being of local communities as well as to individuals. The GPG states that the revenue generated by tourism can help to support and enhance local services/facilities, secure the retention or upgrading of public services, support a broader and more vibrant and active community, aid diversification within the rural economy, and underpin the quality of the local environment and facilitate further enjoyment of it by residents and visitors.
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