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sets out the three objectives to sustainable development, such that the planning
system needs to perform an economic objective, a social objective and an
environmental objective. This means ensuring sufficient land of the right type to
support growth; providing a supply of housing and creating a high quality
environment with accessible local services; and using natural resources prudently.
An overall aim of national policy is to 'boost significantly the supply of housing.'

Paragraph 12 of the NPPF states that the NPPF does not change the statutory
status of the development plan as the starting point for decision making. Proposed
development that accords with an up-to-date Local Plan should be approved, and
proposed development that conflicts should be refused unless other material
considerations indicate otherwise. It is highly desirable that local planning authorities
should have an up-to-date plan in place.

Paragraph 38 of the NPPF states that Local Planning Authorities should approach
decisions on proposed development in a positive and creative way. They should use
the full range of planning tools available, including brownfield registers and
permission in principle, and work proactively with applicants to secure developments
that will improve the economic, social and environmental conditions of the area.
Decision-makers at every level should seek to approve applications for sustainable
development where possible.

With specific reference to decision-taking paragraph 47 states that planning
decisions must be taken in accordance with the development plan unless material
considerations indicate otherwise.

National Planning Policy Guidance

Technical Housing Standards

ASSESSMENT

It is considered that the main issues that need to be considered in the determination
of this application are as follows;

 The principle of development;
 Character and design
 Impact on Heritage Assets
 Affordable housing
 Crime prevention
 Sustainable design and construction
 Impact on residential amenity
 Noise
 Access, Parking, and Highway Safety
 Drainage
 Infrastructure
 Contaminated land
 Ecological matters