Comment

Representation ID: 16236

Received: 15/03/2023

Respondent: Greensand Trust

Section 9 (general) – references to the Leisure Strategy and key chapters within it: Need to avoid these references becoming quickly outdated when Leisure Strategy is updated. If the G&B Infrastructure Strategy is referenced prior to publication, the updating of the Leisure Strategy should be as well.
• 9.1.2 / 9.1.4 must also reference the Natural England GI Framework (2023).
• 9.2.2 – we welcome the requirement for amenity green spaces to be multi-functional and flexible, but this must be extended to include ensuring they provide opportunities for nature.
• 9.8 – Countryside Recreation Sites – this section should include an image of Rushmere Country Park, jointly owned by CBC and the Greensand Trust – not only is this a flagship site for the authority, but it also represents a different type of recreational experience to the others, being significantly wooded.
• There is overlap and the potential for confusion between the typologies shown in 9.3.1 and 9.6.3
• 9.5.2 – Parish GI Plans within Neighbourhood Plans can also provide a guide to where spaces are needed.

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