Object
Preferred Options consultation document
Representation ID: 98020
Received: 07/10/2019
Respondent: Rachel Marrs
re site MIN116
proposed gravel and sand extraction site at Woodrising Road Southburgh/Cranworth
I would like to express objection to the proposed site as above.
I think it unlikely that noise levels will be unchanged in a very rural area, and have concerns about this, it being a short distance away from our house and neighbours - across three fields.
MIN 116.8
We would have some visual intrusion "of a lesser magnitude" than some, but anticipate some from the house. Of course there have been recent large agricultural buildings erected which have affected the view but we have to accept that living in an agricultural area requires the infrastructure.
I would be very sad to see the large old oak trees removed from the landscape. Every oak tree provides a rich ecosystem in itself. I notice some trees and scrub have already been cleared nearby but not on the particular area proposed. Is the area proposed the excavation area, with parking etc included, or will this spill over? I note wildlife field boundaries that have been established several years have been removed already.
Will there be one access point or will vehicles access from river lane near Crown House as well? Where is the proposed access? My understanding is from the western boundary.
The acknowledged impact on the roads locally will be a major change for the area. I would anticipate lots of verge damage and some hedgerows going to allow passing places. I note the proposed route for lorries, but would this be their exclusive route, or would they use any of the other routes out of the area to access other directions eg Dereham? All roads are narrow with many being single track. All are used by cyclists, horses, walkers all day every day whatever the weather, as well as traffic of course. Lorries and vans already regularly screech to a halt diving up the verges outside our house because of the downhill section - speed combined with a slight bend reducing visibility means regular near misses. The hazard level would be significantly increased as the lorry numbers increase and of course there will be an increase in van/car numbers too. The impact will fall on the surrounding single track roads as well as the proposed lorry route - which is narrow and would be completely changed from the quiet lane it is at present.
I am really concerned about increased risk to riders, walkers and pets as well as local residents who have to drive on these very narrow roads.
The major impact on the landscape in undeniable, and will extend beyond the site itself.
We walk and ride there daily and would find the consideration of more vehicles on the roads prohibitive in getting to and using the right of way we presently enjoy, not to mention anticipating riding past the site boundary being dangerous and difficult.
I realise materials are needed and will have to be extracted from somewhere, and that eventually restoration to arable agriculture and woodland is presently proposed. However you will be aware there may be other sites with less impact on community rural activities, views, traffic and highway alterations, noise, trees and wildlife.
Thank you for your consideration.
re site MIN116
proposed gravel and sand extraction site at Woodrising Road Southburgh/Cranworth
I would like to express objection to the proposed site as above.
I think it unlikely that noise levels will be unchanged in a very rural area, and have concerns about this, it being a short distance away from our house and neighbours - across three fields.
MIN 116.8
We would have some visual intrusion "of a lesser magnitude" than some, but anticipate some from the house. Of course there have been recent large agricultural buildings erected which have affected the view but we have to accept that living in an agricultural area requires the infrastructure.
I would be very sad to see the large old oak trees removed from the landscape. Every oak tree provides a rich ecosystem in itself. I notice some trees and scrub have already been cleared nearby but not on the particular area proposed. Is the area proposed the excavation area, with parking etc included, or will this spill over? I note wildlife field boundaries that have been established several years have been removed already.
Will there be one access point or will vehicles access from river lane near Crown House as well? Where is the proposed access? My understanding is from the western boundary.
The acknowledged impact on the roads locally will be a major change for the area. I would anticipate lots of verge damage and some hedgerows going to allow passing places. I note the proposed route for lorries, but would this be their exclusive route, or would they use any of the other routes out of the area to access other directions eg Dereham? All roads are narrow with many being single track. All are used by cyclists, horses, walkers all day every day whatever the weather, as well as traffic of course. Lorries and vans already regularly screech to a halt diving up the verges outside our house because of the downhill section - speed combined with a slight bend reducing visibility means regular near misses. The hazard level would be significantly increased as the lorry numbers increase and of course there will be an increase in van/car numbers too. The impact will fall on the surrounding single track roads as well as the proposed lorry route - which is narrow and would be completely changed from the quiet lane it is at present.
I am really concerned about increased risk to riders, walkers and pets as well as local residents who have to drive on these very narrow roads.
The major impact on the landscape in undeniable, and will extend beyond the site itself.
We walk and ride there daily and would find the consideration of more vehicles on the roads prohibitive in getting to and using the right of way we presently enjoy, not to mention anticipating riding past the site boundary being dangerous and difficult.
I realise materials are needed and will have to be extracted from somewhere, and that eventually restoration to arable agriculture and woodland is presently proposed. However you will be aware there may be other sites with less impact on community rural activities, views, traffic and highway alterations, noise, trees and wildlife.
Thank you for your consideration.