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Holt Sustainability Appraisal Report

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Sustainability Appraisal Report January 2018


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Prepared by Holt Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group on behalf of Holt Town Council with support from:

Photographs courtesy of Josh Dyall, Rodney Smith, members of the Steering Group and their friends.

If you would like this document in larger print or in any another format please contact Town Clerk, Holt Town Council,

[email protected]

or telephone 01263 712149


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Contents

1.0 Executive Summary ...……………………………..……………………………………………..……………………………... 5

2.0 Introduction ...…………………………….…………………………………………………..……………………………….….. 6

3.0 Holt Sustainability Appraisal Framework …………………………..…………….…….......………………………………... 10

4.0 Appraisal Methodology ……………………...…………………………………................................................................. 12

5.0 Results of Assessment ……………………………………..………………………………………….…………………….…… 18

6.0 Next Steps …..……………………………………………………………..……………………..……………………………….. 22

7.0 Document Control …………………………………………………………………………….……………………………..….. 22

Appendix A: Strategic Environmental Assessment Screening Determination …………………………..……….…. 24

Appendix B: Compliance with SEA Directive ………………………………………………………………….……….…. 31

Appendix C: Policy 1 Assessment: Design & Character …………………...……………………………………..…..… 38

Appendix D: Policy 2 Assessment: Dementia Friendly Communities ………………………………..…………….….. 47

Appendix E: Policy 3 Assessment: Residential Care Accommodation …………………………………………...… 54

Appendix F: Policy 4 Assessment: Affordable Housing for the Local Community (Local Letting) ……………..... 61

Appendix G: Policy 5 Assessment: Biodiversity ………………………………………….………………….………..…… 69

Appendix H: Policy 6 Assessment: Open Space Protection ………………………..…………………….……...……. 76

Appendix I: Policy 7 Assessment: Heritage Protection ………………..………………….……………………………… 84


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Contents

Appendix J: Policy 8 Assessment: Employment Growth …………………………………………………..…….……… 91

Appendix K: Policy 9 Assessment: New Build Tourism and Overnight Business Accommodation ………..…… 99

Appendix L: Policy 10 Assessment: Additional Community Facilities ………………………………………....……… 107

Appendix M: Policy 11 Assessment: Management of Open Space ……………………………………………….… 115

Appendix N: Policy 12 Assessment: Broadband and Mobile Communications ………………………………….…. 123

Appendix 0: Policy 13 Assessment: Sustainable Transport …………………………………………………….…….…. 131

Appendix P: Policy 14 Assessment: Healthcare Facilities ………………………………………...………….……….…. 139

List of Maps and Tables

Map 1 – Designated Neighbourhood Area …………………………………………..………………….………………… 6

Table 1 - Five Stages of Sustainability Appraisal ……………………………...………………………..………………….. 9

Table 2 – Sustainability Appraisal Framework for Holt …………………….………….…………………….................... 10

Table 3 – Compatibility Matrix of SA with Holt Neighbourhood Plan Objectives …………………..……….…….... 13

Table 4 – Policies, Plans & Programmes Subject to Review …………………………………………….....…………….. 15

Table 5 - Summary of Policy Appraisal Against SA Objectives …….……………..…................................................. 20

Table 6 - Sustainability Issues identified for Holt from Baseline and Consultation ………………………...……….… 21

Table 7 – Assessment of Significance of Effects …………………………………………………………….……..…….… 25

Table 8 – Quality Assurance Checklist ……………………………………………………………………………………..… 31


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Sustainability Appraisal Report

1 Executive Summary

1.1 This document has been produced to support the neighbourhood planning process and recognises the need, when drawing up planning documents, of considering their effect on people’s quality of life and the environment, both now and in the future. Although there is not a specific requirement to undertake a Sustainability Appraisal (SA). The Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group (NPSG) decided that the completion of a Sustainability Appraisal would meet the requirements of the Strategic Environmental Assessment and provide additional information to inform the Holt Neighbourhood Plan.

1.2 This report assesses the Holt Neighbourhood Plan (HNP) as detailed in the Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report (Final)

(November 2017). A Sustainability Appraisal was undertaken, whilst preparing the HNP, to ensure that economic, environmental and social sustainability objectives were recognised and evaluated to avoid or minimise any adverse impacts.

1.3 This document follows the Government guidance on undertaking sustainability appraisals of development plans and

uses the five-stage process. Each stage of the process contains criteria to fulfil that requirement (see Table 1). The first stage of the Sustainability Appraisal required the production of the Scoping Report.

1.4 The initial Sustainability Scoping Report (September 2017) was subject to consultation with the required statutory bodies

and amended based on comments received. The updated document is known as the Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report (Final) (November 2017) and this has been used to inform the outcomes of this Sustainability Appraisal Report.

1.5 Overall, the assessment found that most policies have a positive impact in the short, medium and long term. Policies 8

and 9 identified potential negative impacts (by building on greenfield land and increasing need to travel). Table 5 provides a summary of the assessment outcomes for each policy against each of the SA Objectives. The detailed appraisal of each policy is set out in Appendices C to P of this document.


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Map 1: Designated Neighbourhood 2 Introduction

2.1 Introduction to the Report

2.1.1 This document is the Sustainability Appraisal (SA) Report on

the Holt Neighbourhood Plan (HNP).

2.1.2 The SA ensures that the proposals presented in the HNP contribute towards the achievement of sustainable development. This requires an assessment of the environmental, social and economic effects of the HNP, incorporating the legal requirements of the EU Strategic Environmental Assessment of Plans and Programmes (The SEA Directive). The SA supports the plan-making process and tests proposals for future development.

2.2 HNP Neighbourhood Area was designated in December 2013 by North Norfolk District Council.

2.3 Holt Neighbourhood Plan (HNP)

2.3.1 New rights for communities to shape their local areas were formulated within the Localism Act 2011. Neighbourhood planning was introduced into the hierarchy of spatial plan-making in England.

2.3.2 The HNP has been produced by a Neighbourhood Planning Steering Group (NPSG) that includes Town Council members and representatives from the local community with support provided by Abzag Ltd, North Norfolk District Council, Locality and Groundwork UK.


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2.3.3 The Neighbourhood Plan will aim to make Holt an even better place to live in the future. It has a plan period from 2018 to 2038 and is underpinned by the Mission Statement for Holt and a set of Objectives that emerged through the Town Council, the NPSG and from open public consultation events.

2.3.4 The Mission Statement is:

As the gateway to the North Norfolk coast Holt will be

recognised as an historic market town, based in a

rural setting, with a vibrant town centre.

Harnessing its growth potential, whilst retaining

a strong local identity and distinctiveness.

2.3.5 Objectives are to:

1. To preserve the character of Holt, including the spatial balance between the rural and built environment, historical assets, character and ethos whilst improving design based on styles in keeping with the locality.

2, To promote the integration of new housing development into the social and physical fabric of the Town. Ensuring infrastructure improvements are made to healthcare, education, roads, sewerage, broadband and mobile communications.


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3. To support housing tailored to the needs and context of Holt, which is affordable and made available to ‘local people’ first, where development is sensitive; in keeping, whilst protecting and enriching the landscape and built setting.

4. To protect, enhance, strengthen and support economic and tourism activities. Seeking the development, growth and regeneration of employment sites for employment uses appropriate to Holt.

5. To develop and improve local community facilities, open green space, parking and services (such as recreation, education and medical) for all age groups.

6. To reduce the negative impact (speed, safety and volume) of traffic. Support enhanced public transport infrastructure and sustainable transport options.

7. To involve local people on an ongoing basis in the process of plan-making, monitoring and delivery of development.

2.3.6 Once adopted, the HNP will set out policies to influence the type and quality of development to ensure that it meets local objectives and needs.

2.4 Requirement for Sustainability Appraisal (SA)

2.4.1 The requirement is for all neighbourhood plans to undertake a Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA). Although there is no obligation to undertake a SA, the NPSG decided to prepare a full SA as it was felt that the outcomes and baseline data for Holt would help to inform the HNP, identify the sustainability issues for Holt and meet the SEA requirements.

2.4.2 The undertaking a full SA is considered to be good practice and will help to ensure the HNP accords with the principles of sustainable development.


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2.5 Sustainability Appraisal Overview

2.5.1 The SA is an ongoing and iterative process. It has five stages:

Table1: Five Stages of Sustainability Appraisal

Stage Definition A Pre-production, setting the context and objectives, evidence gathering to establish a baseline, deciding on the

scope and culminating in production of SA Scoping Report

B Developing and refining options, assessing effects and mitigation by testing plan objectives against the Sustainability Assessment Framework

C Documenting and appraising the effects of the plan and preparing the Sustainability Assessment Report

D Consulting on the Holt Neighbourhood Plan and the Sustainability Assessment Report

E Monitoring the significant effects of implementing the plan Source: Sustainability Appraisal of Regional Spatial Strategies and Local Development Documents

2.5.2 The Environment Agency, Historic England and Natural England (the statutory SEA consultees) were consulted in September and October 2017 on Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report. A final version of the Scoping Report was prepared in November 2017 to incorporate the updates and changes requested through the responses received from the statutory bodies.

2.5.3 The SA Scoping Report sets out baseline information by theme and highlights sustainability issues and trends for Holt. This information is considered to be up-to-date and to avoid duplication of effort has not been repeated in this report. The SA Scoping Report also proposed the framework (see section 3) for the SA, including the sustainability objectives against which the proposals in the HNP will be assessed – as agreed with the statutory bodies.

2.5.4 This SA Report sets out the outcomes of the SA on the draft HNP and will assist in refining the post-consultation iteration of the HNP prior to its submission to North Norfolk District Council and independent examination.


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3 Holt Sustainability Appraisal Framework

3.1 Appraisal Framework Objectives

3.2 A framework of objectives, key questions for decision-making criteria, and indicators have been developed to cover the broad range of environmental, social and economic factors arising from the character and issues assessment. Together, these form the basis of the SA Framework, set out in Table 2, and the consultation on the SA Scoping Report. These were used to assess the emerging options and policies as they were developed.

3.3 The appraisal process examines the effects and implications of each policy over short, medium, and long-term timescales and considers the cumulative impacts that might arise as one or more policies are put together. The appraisal also provides a summary of the possible environmental, social and economic effects.

Table2:SustainabilityAppraisalFrameworkforHolt

Environmental Objectives

ENV1

Promote the efficient use of land, minimise the loss of undeveloped land and protect the most valuable agricultural land.

ENV2

Minimise waste generation, avoid the sterilisation of mineral resources and remediate contaminated land.

ENV3

To enhance water quality and ensure the most sustainable use of water.

ENV4

Continue to reduce contributions to climate change and mitigate and adapt against it and its effects and minimise pollution.

ENV5

Protect and enhance the areas’ biodiversity and geodiversity assets and increase the provision of green infrastructure.

ENV6

Respect the variety of landscape types in the area and protect, and where appropriate, enhance the historic environment.


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Social Objectives

SOC1

To maintain and improve the quality of life of the population by promoting healthy lifestyles and access to services, reducing deprivation and reducing crime and the fear of crime.

SOC2

To ensure that everyone has the opportunity of a good quality and affordable home to meet their needs.

Economic Objectives

EC1

Encourage sustainable economic development and education/skills training covering a range of sectors and skill levels to improve employment opportunities for residents, to encourage investment and maintain and enhance town centres.

EC2

Reduce the need to travel and promote the use of sustainable transport.

3.4 In preparing the SA framework the compatibility of the SA Objectives, both individually and collectively, has been

tested. The results of this assessment are set out in the SA Framework Compatibility Matrix in Appendix 6 of the SA Final Scoping Report.


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4 Appraisal Methodology

4.1 Approach

4.1.1 The HNP has a significant remit as a planning document for Holt and it contains aspirations to guide decision-making by a wide range of service providers in the Holt Neighbourhood Area. The SA of the HNP focuses on the following identified planning policy elements:

4.1.2 The HNP’s Objectives (listed in Section 2.3.5).

4.1.3 Policy Themes

(i) Design & Character

(ii) Environment

(iii) Tourism & Employment

(iv) Leisure & Culture

(v) Infrastructure

4.2 Compatibility of the SA with The HNP Objectives

4.2.1 It is important that the objectives of the HNP are in accordance with sustainable development principles. The compatibility of the HNP 7 Objectives, listed in section 2.3.5, with the SA’s 10 Objectives (Table 2, section 3.3) has been tested and the outcome shown in Table 3.


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Table 3: Compatibility Matrix of SA with HNP Objectives

Holt Neighbourhood Plan Objectives

Key:

ü :Compatible?:Uncertain~:NoLinkX:Conflicting

Neighbourhood Plan Objectives

SAObjective (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) (vii)

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ENV1 ü ü ü ü ~ ~ ü

ENV2 ü ü ü ~ ~ ~ ü

ENV3 ~ ü ü ~ ~ ü ü

ENV4 ~ ü ü X ü ü ü

ENV5 ü ü ü ü ü ü ü

ENV6 ü ü ü X ü ~ ü

Soc

ial SOC1

ü ü ü ü ü ü ü

SOC2 X ü ü ~ ü ~ ü

Eco

nom

y

EC1

ü ü ü ü ü ü ü

EC2

~ ü ~ X ü ü ü


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4.3 Developing the Neighbourhood Plan Strategy and Options

4.3.1 The SEA Directive requires the consideration and appraisal of reasonable alternative plan options when assessing

Neighbourhood Plans.

4.3.2 The HNP has been an iterative process in its preparation. The activities and outcomes have been informed by extensive public consultation, a clear Mission Statement and seven Objectives about how the town centre and parish of Holt should develop.

4.3.3 A comprehensive process of identifying, exploring and testing options has been undertaken to select the policies to be

included in the HNP. This process was undertaken by the NPSG and informed by the local community. A full list of options considered is documented in the Holt Emerging Policy Statement Discussion Document (July 2017), key options and alternatives have been detailed in each Policy Assessment (Appendices C to P).

4.4 Review of Existing Relevant Policies, Plans & Programmes

4.4.1 Task A1 of the SA Scoping Report reviews and assesses the national, regional, local plans and programmes that have

been taken into account through the preparation of the HNP. This helped to draw out important aims, targets, indicators, sustainability objectives, opportunities and implications for the HNP and the SA Framework.

4.4.2 Approach 4.4.3 North Norfolk District Council is completing a new North Norfolk Local Plan 2016 - 2036 to supersede the Core Strategy

and other Development Plan documents. The emerging North Norfolk Local Plan Sustainability Appraisal documents include a wide-ranging review of the plans, policies and programmes that are likely to impact on the plans within North Norfolk, of which the HNP designated Neighbourhood Area is within.

4.4.4 This work is set out in the emerging North Norfolk Local Plan Sustainability Appraisal documents and is, therefore, not

repeated in this document. There is a significant degree of overlap between the documents within the hierarchy, often with “lower” level documents rightly reflecting and applying the objectives and policies of “higher” level ones.


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4.4.5 The list of documents within the emerging North Norfolk Local Plan Sustainability Appraisal documents has been

examined to establish whether any of the documents have since been superseded, or whether any additional “lower” level documents should be included which are specifically relevant to the production of the HNP.

4.4.6 In addition to those documents reviewed in the emerging North Norfolk Local Plan Sustainability Appraisal, Table 4 is a summary of the newly reviewed documents. The detailed review of each document is recorded in Appendix 4 of the HNP SA Scoping Report Final (November 2017).

4.4.7 This document should be read in conjunction with the review of Policies, Plans and Programmes already carried out for

the emerging North Norfolk Local Plan Sustainability Appraisal, these documents are available at:-

https://www.north-norfolk.gov.uk

Table 4: Policies, Plans & Programmes Subject to Review

National Planning Policy Statements 1 National Planning Policy Framework (2012), updates & PPG (Planning Policy Guidance)

National Level 2 Air Quality Strategy for England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland (2007)

3 Building for Life 12 (2015)

4 The National Adaption Programme – Making the country resilient to a changing climate (2013)

Regional Level 5 Central Norfolk Strategic Housing Market Assessment 2015 (Report Findings January 2016)

6 NewAnglia Local Enterprise Partnership for Norfolk & Suffolk – Strategic Economic Plan (2014)


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Local Level 7 Core Strategy Incorporating Development Control Policies September 2008

8 Design Guide December 2008

9 Landscape Character Assessment SPD June 2009

10 Local Plan (North Norfolk) Draft Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report: Consultation Version (September 2016)

11 Norfolk Ambition Sustainable Community Strategy 2003 – 2023

12 Partnership of Norfolk District Councils - Strategic Flood Risk Assessment (2008)

13 Site Allocations February 2011

Neighbourhood Level 14 Holt Conservation Area Character Appraisal and Management February 2010

15 North Norfolk Local Plan Regulation 18 Consultation: Holt Local Plan Workshop Feedback Summary June 2016

16 The Holt Vision February 2012

4.4.8 The “do nothing” appraisal has been undertaken on the basis that in the short, medium and long term the NPPF, Core Strategy and Emerging Local Plan will be in effect for the plan period. The results are recorded against the appraisal of each policy in Appendices C to P.

4.5 Technical Difficulties Encountered

4.5.1 The SEA Directive requires the identification of any difficulties, such as technical deficiencies or lack of know-how

encountered when undertaking the sustainability appraisal. The following difficulties arose during the appraisal:


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4.5.2 Emerging Local Plan (2016 - 2036) 4.5.3 The emerging Local Plan is yet to be published, although the initial draft is expected imminently. As the Regulation 18

and 19 consultations have not occurred the policy content of the Emerging Local Plan is unknown. It has, therefore, been assumed that the Emerging Local Plan will follow similar policies to those set out in the existing Core Strategy Incorporating Development Control Policies (September 2008 – updated 2012).

4.5.4 At the time of writing there are no new preferred site allocations available from the Emerging Local Plan, only the

existing allocations defined in the Site Allocations (February 2011). Recently the Government has released for consultation a new method for calculating the housing need. This new approach, if adopted, will result in the housing need for the district increasing significantly.

4.5.5 Options and Alternatives 4.5.6 The preparation of the HNP has been an iterative process guided by the Mission Statement and Objectives. A full list of

policy options, which have been considered (including those not taken forward) are documented within the Holt Emerging Policy Statement Discussion Document (July 2017), used to inform the HNP and assessed in Appendices C to P of this report.

4.5.7 Plan Period 4.5.8 The HNP plan period does not align with the Core Strategy or the Emerging Local Plan, which is proposed to supersede

the Core Strategy. The timetable indicates that the new Emerging Local Plan (2016 – 2036) will be adopted in 2019. 4.5.9 The NPSG decided on a twenty-year plan period of 2018 to 2038, which although extends beyond the plan period for

the Emerging Local Plan, a review of the HNP every five years will provide longevity and enable the HNP to remain current and relevant to demands that future growth challenges may bring.


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5 Results of Assessment

5.1 Assessing the Neighbourhood Plan

5.1.1 An appraisal of the HNP policies has been undertaken against the SA Framework for Holt (as agreed in consultation with the statutory bodies). The results of this appraisal help to identify and describe the likely sustainability impacts of the HNP.

5.1.2 Whilst each policy within the HNP has been assessed against each of the SA objectives, the appraisal of the HNP has been undertaken as a ‘whole plan’ assessment.

5.1.3 The measures used to appraise each policy within the HNP against the Holt SA Framework are:

+ Positive impact or effect in the short, medium or long term

0 No impact or effect in the short, medium or long term

-- Negative impact or effect in the short, medium or long term

5.1.4 The timescale over which the impacts or effects will manifest themselves for each policy has been assessed over the short, medium and long term. If the outcome is different for any of the periods then this is stated, if not, then the view taken is that the outcome will be the same over all three periods. Further, it has been recorded whether the outcome will be temporary or permanent with any possible cumulative, secondary or synergistic effects identified and described in the appraisal commentary.


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5.1.5 The appraisal of the HNP policies against each SA objectives is accompanied (where relevant) by a commentary, which identifies any possible mitigation measures that could enhance the performance of the HNP and describes the result of the assessment, including the impact of the “do nothing’ scenario where appropriate.

5.1.6 The assessment of the HNP and its likely effects has been informed by the baseline data and evidence collected as part of preparing the HNP SA Scoping Report. All policies have been assessed on the basis of considering the effects that might arise from the policy as opposed to not having it.

5.2 Summary of Findings

5.2.1 Overall, the assessment found that most policies have a positive impact in the short, medium and long term. Although negative effects were identified in policies 8 and 9.

5.2.2 Policy 8 Employment Growth has a negative effect on SA Objective EC2 (Reduce the need to travel and promote the use of sustainable transport). Increases in local employment, especially tourism related, are likely to see proportionally larger increases in tourist travel movements. While a number of these may use sustainable modes of transport, realistically, most will not. Overall, Policy 8 has a positive impact with four positive impacts on the SA Objectives.

5.2.3 Policy 9 New Build Tourism and Overnight Business Accommodation has two negative effects on the SA Objectives. ENV1(Promote the efficient use of land, minimise the loss of undeveloped land and protect the most valuable agricultural land) as could result in development on greenfield land adjacent to the existing settlements on previously undeveloped land. EC2 (Reduce the need to travel and promote the use of sustainable transport) as additional accommodate is likely to see an increase in travel movements. Overall, Policy 9 also has two positive impacts on the SA Objectives.

5.2.4 See Table 5 for a summary of each policy against each SA Objectives, whilst appraisal of each policy is set out in

Appendices C to P of this document.

5.2.5 In detail, the appraisal has revealed that when measured against the sustainability objectives for Holt, the HNP should perform well and will help to deliver sustainable development in the Holt Neighbourhood Area.


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Table 5: Summary of Policy Appraisal Against SA Objectives

Holt Neighbourhood Plan Policies SA Objective 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

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ENV1

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 + --- 0 0 0 0 0

ENV2

+ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

ENV3

+ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

ENV4

+ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 + 0

ENV5

+ 0 0 0 + + 0 0 0 + + 0 + 0

ENV6

+ + 0 0 0 + + 0 + 0 + 0 0 0

Soc

ial

SOC1

+ + + 0 + + 0 0 0 + + + + +

SOC2

+ + 0 + 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Eco

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+ 0 + 0 0 0 0 + + + 0 + + +

EC2

+ 0 + 0 + 0 0 --- --- 0 + + + +


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5.2.6 The Holt sustainability issues identified from the SA Scoping Report are detailed in Table 6 below, (which emerged from the baseline information and consultation events). These issues seem well represented within the likely outcomes and objectives of the HNP.

Table 6: Sustainability Issues Identified For Holt From Baseline & Consultation Holt Sustainability Issues

1

Holt allows access to the North Norfolk coast, faces major challenges with tourism, increasing traffic and congestion whilst balancing the need to preserve the town character and protect the environment.

2

Employment businesses need support to diversify. This will be particularly important to strengthening the tourism industry, although promoting the tourism product of the area will need to be done in a sustainable way.

3

As the population grows and ages, the need to supply facilities and services and, in particular access to them, will become increasingly pressing.

4

The attraction and retention of young people through availability of jobs and access to the housing market will be a key priority.

5

An ageing population, Holt is over represented by people of or above retirement age.

6

Increasing demand and pressure to supply suitable housing, facilities and services.

7

Creating balanced and integrated communities will be an essential aspect of providing new development. Housing of all types and tenures is essential for mixed communities.

8

Difficulties in accessing the housing market must be minimised. Availability of affordable housing, especially for the first time buyer, makes it difficult for young people to access the housing market.

9

Increasing percentage of ‘second homes’ and the problems it will bring for Holt.

10

Reliance on the car should be reduced through improved access to public transport, improved cycling and walking links to local facilities and services.


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5.3 Monitoring

5.3.1 The monitoring scheme for the HNP will use the SA objectives, as measures, to assess and record any significant effects of the HNP policies. Also assessing the HNP policies impact, if any, on the sustainability issues for Holt. Together these will form part of the ‘review process’ within the plan period identified within the HNP.

6 Next Steps

6.1 Once the HNP has completed the planning process and has been ‘made’ the impacts will be monitored. The

monitoring will record significant effects of the policies.

6.2 The Holt SA Report was made available for public comment alongside the Pre-Submission Consultation Version of the HNP for 6-weeks. Comments are being invited on the HNP and SA Report, using the response form (see Appendix 1 of the HNP).

7 Document Control

Document History Version Date Reason for Change

V1.0 11/01/2018 Uploaded to website & made available for public consultation with Pre-Submission Consultation Version of the HNP.


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APPENDICES

Appendix A – Strategic Environmental Assessment Screening Determination …………………………………………………...……………..……….…. 24

Appendix B – Compliance with SEA Directive …………………………………………………………………………….…………………………………….…. 31

Appendix C – Policy 1: Design & Character …………………………………………………..…………………..………………………………………..…..… 38

Appendix D – Policy 2: Dementia Friendly Communities ……………………………………...………………….……………..………………...…………….. 47

Appendix E – Policy 3: Residential Care Accommodation ……………………………...…………………………………….…………………….….……… 54

Appendix F – Policy 4: Affordable Housing for the Local Community (Local Lettings) …………………………………………..…...………………..….. 61

Appendix G – Policy 5: Biodiversity ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………….………..…… 69

Appendix H – Policy 6: Open Space Protection …………………………………………………………………………………..………………….……...……. 76

Appendix I – Policy 7: Heritage Protection …………………………………………………………………………...…………….……………………………… 84

Appendix J – Policy 8: Employment Growth …………………………………………………………………………………………..…...……………….……… 91

Appendix K – Policy 9: New Build Tourism and Overnight Business Accommodation …………………………………………..………………….……… 99

Appendix L – Policy 10: Additional Community Facilities …………………………………………………………….……………….………………….……… 107

Appendix M – Policy 11: Management of Open Space ………………………….……………………………………………………………………..……… 115

Appendix N – Policy 12: Broadband & Mobile Communications …………………………….…………………………………………………………….…. 123

Appendix 0 – Policy 13: Sustainable Transport ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…. 131

Appendix P – Policy 14: Healthcare Facilities ……………………………….……………………………………………………………………………….….…. 139


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Appendix A:

Strategic Environmental Assessment Screening Determination

THE ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF PLANS AND PROGRAMMES REGULATIONS 2004

SCREENING DETERMINATION FOR

HOLT NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN (HNP)

In accordance with the Environmental Assessment of Plans and Programmes Regulations 2004 (The 2004 Regulations) and European Directive 2001/42/EC, this document is the Screening Determination of the need for a Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) for the Holt Neighbourhood Plan Development Plan Document (HNP DPD).

Under the Environmental Assessment of Plans and Programmes Regulations 2004 (the Regulations), a Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) must be undertaken for land-use and spatial plans. It is likely that Development Plan Documents, such the HNP DPD will require a SEA as they may contain planning policies that influence land uses which will be used to determine planning applications. The SEA is a requirement of the Neighbourhood Planning Regulations.

The first stage in the SEA process is to determine whether or not a plan is likely to have a significant effect on the environment. The regulations advise that this is determined by a screening process, which should use a specified set of criteria (set out in Schedule 1 of the Regulations). The results of this process must be summarised in a SEA screening statement, which must be publicly available.

The HNP is considered to fall within the scope of the 2004 Regulations on the basis that:

• The Neighbourhood Plan is a plan and programme as defined in Regulation 2;

• The Neighbourhood Plan is prepared for town and country planning or land use as defined in Regulation 5;

• The Neighbourhood Plan will determine the use of a small area at a local level but is likely to have significant environmental effects.


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The screening process set out in Regulation 9 and Schedule 1 of the 2004 Regulations includes two sets of characteristics for determining the likely significance of effects on the environment. These relate firstly to the characteristics of the HNP, secondly to the characteristics of the effects and of the area likely to be affected. There are a number of criteria relating to each of these characteristics, the answers to which are set in Table 7.

Table 7: Assessment of Significance of Effects

Criteria (Schedule 1)

Significant Environmental

Effect Likely (Yes / No)?

Assessment &

Justification

1. The characteristics of the plans & programmes, having regard in particular to;

(a) The degree to which the plan or programme sets a framework for projects and other activities, either with regard to the location, nature, size and operating conditions or by allocating resources. No

The preparation and adoption of the Holt Neighbourhood Plan (HNP) is allowed under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by the Localism Act 2011. The HNP has been prepared by the relevant body, Holt Town Council, and will be made by North Norfolk District Council (as the Local Planning Authority) subject to passing an independent examination and local referendum. The HNP will provide a local policy framework for Holt. It could, but has not, allocated housing and employment land. It has set policies for the nature and size of development. It is unlikely that these would have any significant negative environmental impact.


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Assessment &

Justification

(b) The degree to which the plan or programme influences other plans and programmes including those in a hierarchy.

No

The HNP will form part of the Development Framework for North Norfolk District and inform supplementary planning documents, the emerging Local Plan, development briefs or site-specific guidance notes in Holt. With the local community’s support it is felt that the HNP will have a positive environmental impact. The HNP will expand upon some of the existing Core Strategy, providing supplementary information and guidance in application at a local level for the Holt Neighbourhood Area.

(c) The relevance of the plan or programme for the integration of environmental considerations, in particular with a view to promoting sustainable development.

No

The HNP has regard to the objective of achieving sustainable development in the local area. It seeks to align and be in general conformity with strategic policies in the Development Framework. It seeks to have a positive effect on environmental considerations. Any development that may come forward through the HNP will be subject to environmental considerations of the Development Framework. These policies have been subject to sustainability appraisal, and are in place to ensure that sustainable development is achieved.

(d) Environmental problems relevant to the plan or programme.

No

The HNP seeks to recognise, address and improve environmental, economic and social issues in Holt. It details specific requirements and actions that will facilitate growth in a positive way and includes policies that may provide additional environmental protection.

There are not considered to be any significant environmental problems, which are specific to the area, above and beyond those considered and addressed in the Core Strategy.


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Assessment &

Justification

(e) The relevance of the plan or programme for the implementation of community legislation on the environment (for example, plans and programmes linked to waste management or water protection).

No

The HNP is relevant to the implementation of the land use elements and will seek to protect natural resources and reduce waste. There are requirements to ensure infrastructure has the capacity to accommodate growth and prevent flood risk increasing. The implementation of community legislation is unlikely to be significantly compromised by the HNP.

2. Characteristics of the effects and of the area likely to be affected, having regard, in particular to;

(a) The probability, duration, frequency and reversibility of effects. No

The HNP sets a long-term Mission Statement, Objectives and policies to guide new development in the Neighbourhood Area of Holt to 2038. It could lead to effects associated with changes to land use and development, if so, the HNP policies and the other policies of the Development Plan for the District will ensure there is no significant environmental effect.

(b) The cumulative nature of the effects.

No

There may be local cumulative effects arising, from and between, the different policies in the HNP. Predominately most policies seek protection or mitigation either individually or cumulatively. There is no additional development proposed through the HNP, when combined with the Core Strategy, is considered unlikely to introduce significant environmental effects. There is concern regarding the cumulative effect of growth to the area, especially if left unchecked, on key infrastructure (such as sewage system and road network) and access to affordable homes. Requirements of the HNP seek to ensure that these concerns are recognised and action is taken to prevent any negative effect.


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Assessment &

Justification

(c) The trans boundary nature of the effects. No

It is unlikely there are any trans boundary effects arising from the HNP of significance.

(d) The risks to human health or the environment (for example, due to accidents). No

There will be no risks to human health or the environment arising from the HNP.

(e) The magnitude and spatial extent of the effects (geographical area and size of the population likely to be affected).

No

The HNP will apply to new developments in Holt. The population is approximately 3,808 that may be affected at the local level. Elements of likely growth in the population have been recognised for the plan period and built into the expectations.

(f) The value and vulnerability of the area likely to be affected due to;

a. special natural characteristics or cultural heritage;

No

HNP will cover the buildings in and around the Holt Neighbourhood Area of cultural and historical interest. Whilst there is always risk, it is unlikely that the HNP will affect these adversely. a. HNP recognises the buildings in and around Holt of cultural and historical interest and seeks to ensure they and their settings are protected for future generations. Key elements of Holt have been identified with local areas of open space. The heritage of Holt has been noted in policies within the HNP to protect them. The wider area environmental designations have protection through the Core Strategy, which provides protection to these environmental characteristics to ensure that they are not vulnerable to significant impacts from development.


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Assessment &

Justification

b. exceeded environmental quality standards or limit values; and/or

c. intensive land use.

No

No

b. The HNP is unlikely to exceed environmental quality standards, such as those relating to air, water, and soil quality. c. It is unlikely that the HNP will bring forward development of an extent that would result in a significant intensification of local land use.

(g) The effects on areas or landscapes, which have a recognised national, community or international protection status.

No

The HNP seeks to protect and enhance areas of international or national landscape designations. Careful consideration has been given to possible impacts resulting from the HNP policies, specifically, the Holt Lowes a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), the Glaven Valley and A.O.N.B.

Consultation

To expedite the sustainability appraisal process the HNP SEA Screening Determination and SA Scoping Report were published and consulted upon in tandem.

The SA process has been undertaken based on a judgment that the HNP may have a significant effect on the environment when judged against the characteristics set out in Regulation 9 and Schedule 1 of the 2004 Regulations.

The consultation bodies specified in the Environmental Assessment of Plans and Programmes Regulations 2004 that have been consulted on the Screening Determination for the Neighbourhood Plan, these are:

• Environment Agency;

• Historic England; and


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• Natural England. The comments received have been incorporated into the final screening determination for the HNP and recorded within the Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report (Final).

Conclusion

Following the initial responses from the Statutory Bodies it has been determined that the Holt Neighbourhood Plan is unlikely to have any significant environmental effect and will not require a Strategic Environmental Assessment.

The reasons for this determination are:-

1. The assessment shown in Table 7 identifies that based on the information available to date, there are unlikely to be any significant environmental effects from the implementation of the proposals in the Holt Neighbourhood Plan.

2. The responses received to the Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report from Environment Agency, Historic England and Natural England raised no concerns about the Strategic Environmental Assessment. Their responses are recorded in the Sustainability Appraisal Scoping Report (Final).

3. The HNP aims to avoid or minimise environmental effects when determining development proposals. Seeking to retain

existing open space, preserve the significant heritage of Holt whilst reducing the negative impact of traffic and improving biodiversity.

4. The HNP is unlikely to lead to other environmental effects.


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Appendix B:

Compliance with SEA Directive

The Quality Assurance Checklist, see Table 8, has been used to ensure that the requirements of the SEA Directive have been met and fully integrated into the sustainability process covered in this document. [Source: ODPM, Scottish Executive, Welsh Assembly Government, DoENI (2005) A Practical Guide to the Strategic Environmental Assessment Directive, ODPM, London.]

The SEA Quality Assurance Checklist covers both the technical and procedural steps of the sustainability appraisal process and will be updated as the different stages are reached.

Table 8: Quality Assurance Checklist

Requirements in Strategic Environmental

Assessment Directive

Where met in Report

Objectives & Context

The Plan’s purpose and objectives are made clear.

Yes within Section 2

Environmental issues, including international and EC objectives, are considered in developing objectives and targets.

Yes Section 6, 7 and 8:

Tasks A1, A2 and A3

SA objectives are clearly set out and linked to indicators and targets where appropriate.

Yes Section 7: Task A4

presents the objectives and guide questions with more information in Appendix 3, 4 and 8 of HNP SA Scoping Report


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Where met in Report

Links with related plans, programmes and targets are identified and explained.

Yes Section 4: Task A1 and Appendix 3 and 4 of

HNP SA Scoping Report

Conflicts that exist between SA objectives and other plan objectives are identified and described.

Yes Section 6, 7 and 8: between SA Objectives, Plan Objectives,

Consulting, Review and Next Steps and Appendix 6 of HNP SA Scoping Report

Scoping

The environmental consultation bodies are consulted in appropriate ways and at appropriate times on the content and scope of the SA report.

Yes Section 8: Task A5 of SA Scoping Report

The appraisal focuses on significant issues.

Yes Section 3, 4, 6, 7, and 8: Tasks A1, A2 and A3

Technical, procedural and other difficulties encountered are discussed: assumptions and uncertainties are made explicit.

Yes, Section 4 of SA Report

Reasons are given for eliminating issues from further consideration.

Yes, Section 5 and in Appendices C to P of SA Report


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Where met in Report

Options & Alternatives

Realistic alternatives are considered for key issues and the reasons for choosing them are documented.


Alternatives include ‘do nothing’ and/or ‘business as usual’ scenarios wherever relevant.


The sustainability effects (both adverse and beneficial) of each alternative are identified and compared.


Inconsistencies between the alternatives and other relevant plans, programmes or policies are identified and explained.


Reasons are given for the selection or elimination of alternatives.

Yes, Section 5 and Appendices C to P of SA Report

Baseline Information

Relevant aspects of the current state of the environment and their evolution without the plan are described.

Yes, Section 5: Task A2 and Appendix 5 of HNP SA Scoping Report

Characteristics of the area likely to be significantly affected are described, including areas wider than the physical boundary of the plan area where it is likely to be affected by the plan where practicable.

Yes,

Section 5: Task A2 and Appendix 5 of HNP SA Scoping Report


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Where met in Report

Difficulties such as deficiencies in information or methods are explained.

Yes,

These are stated throughout the report where appropriate. Especially Section 5: Task A2 and Appendix 5 of HNP SA

Scoping Report

Prediction and Evaluation of Likely Significant Effects

Likely significant social, environmental and economic effects are identified including those listed in the SEA Directive (biodiversity, population, human health, flora, fauna, soil, water, air, climate, material assets, cultural heritage and landscape) as relevant; other likely environmental effects are also covered as appropriate.

Yes, Section 4: Task A3 and Section 5 of SA Report

Both positive and negative effects are considered and where practicable the duration of effects (short, medium or long term) is addressed.


Likely secondary, cumulative and synergistic effects are identified where practicable.

Yes,

Section 5 and Appendices C to P of SA Report

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Where met in Report

The prediction and evaluation of effects makes use of relevant accepted standards, regulations and thresholds.


Methods used to evaluate the effects are described.

Yes, Section 2, 3 6 and 7: Tasks A3 and A4

and Section 4 and 5 of SA Report

Mitigation Measures

Measures envisaged to prevent, reduce and offset any significant adverse effects of implementing the plan or programme are indicated.


Issues to be taken into account in development consents are identified. N/A

Sustainability Appraisal Report

Is clear and concise in layout and presentation.

Yes

Uses simple, clear language and avoids or explains technical terms. Yes

Uses maps and other illustrations where appropriate.

Yes

Explains the methodology used.



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Where met in Report

Explains who was consulted and what methods of consultation were used.

Yes

Identified sources of information, including expert judgement and matters of opinion. Yes

Contains a non-technical summary.

Yes, in Executive Summary and Non-Technical SA Report

Consultation

The SA is consulted on as an integral Part of the plan making process.

Undertaken with the development of the HNP

Consultation Bodies and the public likely to be affected by, or having an interest in, the plan or programme are consulted in ways and at times which give them an early and effective opportunity within appropriate timeframes to express their opinions on the draft plan and SA Report.

Undertaken with the development of the HNP

Decision Making, Information & the Decision

The SA Report and the opinions of those consulted are taken into account in finalising and adopting the plan.

Yes


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Where met in Report

An explanation is given of how they have been taken into account. Yes, Appendix 8 of HNP SA Scoping Report

Reasons are given for choices in the adopted plan, in light of other reasonable options considered.

Yes, in HNP and SA Report

Monitoring Measures

Measures proposed for monitoring are clear, practicable and linked to the indicators and objectives used in the SA.

Yes, Section 5 of SA Report and Section 13 of HNP

Monitoring is used, where appropriate, during implementation of the Plan to make good deficiencies in baseline information in the SA.

Yes, post adoption

Monitoring enables unforeseen adverse effects to be identified at an early stage (these effects may include predictions which prove to be incorrect).

Yes, post adoption and review process

Proposals are made for action in response to significant adverse effects.

Yes, post adoption and review process


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Appendix C Policy 1: Design & Character - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing New development will be expected to deliver high quality design, will be encouraged to use the Building for Life principles, and meet the following criteria:-

• respect and be sensitive to the local character and natural assets of the surrounding area, taking every opportunity through design and materials to reinforce a strong sense of place through individuality and local distinctiveness;

• preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Holt Conservation Area and to protect the setting of listed

buildings;

• provide a mix of types to include one and two bedroom dwellings and to meet local needs identified by the Central Norfolk Strategic Housing Market Assessment (2017) or the most up to date objective assessment of housing need;

• water drainage solutions (including new homes being connected to the mains sewerage system) to be implemented

prior to first occupation;

• demonstrate how new development will integrate into and enhance the existing town and community, any affordable homes on mixed development should be ‘tenure-blind’;

• recognising and reinforcing the distinct local character in relation to height, scale, density, spacing, layout orientation,

features and materials of buildings;

• any commuted funds for affordable homes provision should be stipulated for delivery in Holt parish;

• where a garage is being provided for a dwelling it should be located within the curtilage of each dwelling;

• provide adequate external storage space for refuse and recycling within the curtilage of each dwelling;

• access of rear gardens by a homeowner should be by external means (i.e not only through the home); and

• designing and building of new roads must be to Norfolk County Council Highways Authority adoptable standard.


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SA Objective

Decision making criteria with points

to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments

Short, Medium and Long

Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote

the efficient use of

land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.

v Will it reduce the need for development on greenfield land ?

v Will it make efficient use of land ?

v Will it minimise the loss

of the best and most versatile agricultural land (grades 1-3a) ?

Ø Increase in the number of new developments and dwellings on previously developed land.

The effects of this policy will not directly result in any significant impact in terms of this objective.

0

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated

land.

v Will it contribute to the minimisation of waste production and to recycling ?

Ø Kilograms of waste produced per head of population; and percentage change on previous year.

Ø Increase in percentage of household waste recycled and composted.

This Policy has a significant emphasis on provision of storage facilities within the curtilage of each home to encourage recycling.

+

ENV3: To enhance

v Will it minimise impact on water quality (including impact on

Ø Increase in biological and chemical quality of water environment.

This Policy has a significant emphasis on ensuring water drainage solutions are


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.

surface and ground water) ?

v Will it maximise water

efficiency ? v Will it help to support

wetland habitats and species ?

Ø Development permissions

granted contrary to Environment Agency advice on flood risk.

Ø Number of dwellings permitted within the high flood-risk areas (Environment Agency Flood Zones 2 and 3).

Ø Patterns of daily domestic

water use (per capita consumption).

implemented prior to first occupation of any new home. Reducing the risk of flooding and contamination. +

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.

v Will it help adapt to or mitigate against climate change ?

v Will it reduce energy consumption or improve energy efficiency ?

v Will it minimise the risk

of flooding ? v Will it minimise coastal

erosion and its impacts ? v Will it support renewable

energy generation ? v Will it minimise impact

Ø Look to decrease the number of designated Air Quality Management Areas and the concentration of air pollutants.

Ø Decrease in Total CO2 emissions per capita (million tonnes carbon equivalent) and reduction of Carbon Footprint of area.

Ø Increase in renewable energy generation capacity.

This Policy has a significant emphasis on ensuring waste water drainage solutions are implemented prior to first occupation of any new home. Reducing the risk of flooding.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

on air quality ? v Will it minimise the

impact of noise, light and odour pollution ?

v Will it minimise, and

where possible address, land contamination ?

ENV5: Protect and

enhance the areas’

biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.

v Will it protect, maintain and enhance sites designated for their nature conservation interest?

v Will it conserve and enhance species diversity and avoid harm to protected species?

v Could it provide

opportunities for geodiversity enhancement ?

v Could it contribute

towards enhancing or increasing green infrastructure networks?

Ø Increase in areas placed into Environmentally Sensitive Area schemes.

This Policy has a significant emphasis on new development respecting its surroundings and through integration with the existing town and community will be expected to provide connectivity with existing green infrastructure.

+

ENV6: Respect the

variety of

v Will it minimise or maintain, and where possible enhance, impact on the landscape

Ø Changes in the conditions of SSSIs, CWS and natural / semi – natural habitats.

This Policy will preserve the character or appearance of the Holt Conservation Area and seek to protect the setting of


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.

character of the area ?

v Will it maintain or enhance the character and appearance of the townscape character of the area?

v Will it enable the

protection and enhancement of the historic environment (including designated and non-designated assets and their settings) ?

v Could it benefit heritage

assets currently ‘at risk’?

Ø Heritage at risk – Number and percentage of:-

a. Listed Buildings; and

b. Scheduled Ancient Monuments on the Buildings at Risk register.

listed buildings. Being sensitive to the local character, using materials to reinforce a strong sense of place, and natural assets of the surrounding area.

+

Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

v Will it help improve the health or life expectancy of residents ?

v Will it promote healthy lifestyles ?

v Will it promote

integration with existing communities ?

v Will it maximise access

to services, taking into

Ø Reduce percentage of children living in low-income households.

Ø Key benefit claimants - percentage of working age population claiming benefits.

Ø Life expectancy of

residents.

Ø Incidences of crime

This Policy promotes healthier lifestyles through integration of new development with existing homes and the town centre – reducing the likelihood of isolation and improving access to services and facilities.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.

account the needs of an ageing population ?

v Will it encourage access

to accessible open space ?

v Will it help reduce deprivation ?

v Will it help design out

crime and the fear of crime from new development?

committed per 1,000 households.

SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.

v Will it deliver housing to meet needs in appropriate locations? Will it deliver affordable housing and other tenures to meet needs?

v Will it meet the needs of Gypsies and Travellers and Travelling Showpeople ?

v Will it deliver a mix in the type and size of housing to meet the diverse needs of the District?

Ø Decrease percentage of overall housing stock not meeting the ‘Decent Homes Standard’.

Ø An increase in percentage of housing stock that is affordable housing and a decrease in number of unfit dwellings in housing stock.

The positive impact of this Policy will be seen through improved development layout and home design. Seeking a mix of types of homes to meet local need, whilst encouraging the use of the Building for Life principles.

+

Economic

v Will it promote a range of

Ø Increase amount of various

Through the integration with


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.

employment opportunities ?

v Will it sustain and where appropriate promote the rural economy ?

v Will it promote the

provision of employment land ?

v Will it promote the vitality

and viability of town centres ?

v Will it enable access,

and where appropriate improved access, to education and skills training ?

employment development on previously developed land or conversions.

Ø Increase in average weekly pay for full-time employees

Ø Decrease in percentage of

the economically active population who are unemployed.

Ø Decrease in percentage of unemployed people who are long-term unemployed.

Ø Decrease unemployment benefit receipt.

Ø Increase in percentage

change in the total number of VAT registered businesses.

Ø Workforce qualifications -

percentage of working age population with qualifications at NVQ Level or above.

Ø School leaver qualifications - percentage of school leavers with 5 or more GCSEs at A* to C grades.

existing homes and the town centre this Policy will enable access and integration with the town centre. Promoting retail and employment opportunities to support the local economy.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.

v Does it reduce the need to travel?

v Does it promote

sustainable transport use?

v Does it promote access

to local services and facilities?

Ø Increase in the percentage of people travelling to work by more environmentally friendly means.

Ø Increase percentage of residents who travel to work by public transport; foot or cycle; and reduce private car journeys.

Ø Reduce average distance travelled to the workplace by residents.

This Policy has a significant emphasis on integration with existing homes and the town centre, thereby, promoting local services and facilities. +

Alternatives

Alternative policies were discussed, which included different requirements and more criteria. In assessing these difficulties emerged in their implementation and/or their application across all the Neighbourhood Area and/or additional build cost to any development possibly impacting on viability that way prevent development occurring. In assessing its performance the impact on the SA objectives was: -

• Environmental – five positive impacts (ENV2), (ENV3), (ENV4), (ENV5) and (ENV6) with zero negative effects.

• Social – one positive impact (SOC1) and one negative effect (SOC2).

• Economic – two positive impacts (EC1) and (EC2) with zero negative effects Overall, the alternative policy criteria achieved one less positive impacts – eight - with one negative effect (SOC2 – To ensure that everyone has the opportunity of a good quality and affordable home to meet their needs). The alternative policy was not taken forward as due to the negative effect identified.


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

The ‘do nothing’ option was considered and dismissed, as it did not enhance the quality of design for future development to create better homes for people to live in.

Overall Conclusions

This Policy has a positive impact on the objectives.

• Environmental – five positive impacts with zero negative effects.

• Social – two positive impacts with zero negative effects.

• Economic – two positive impacts with zero negative effects Through improved design and layout of new development the environment can be protected and even enhanced with better place making for residents to live through the use of the Building for Life principles. Promoting healthy lifestyles and community integration. Building on the ‘sense of place’ and protecting the character of Holt.


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Appendix D Policy 2: Dementia Friendly Communities - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing Planning applications incorporating the principles of dementia friendly communities will be encouraged where they comply with the requirements and policies of the Holt Neighbourhood Plan and other Development Plan policies.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.







0

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated





0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

land.

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.

v Will it minimise impact on water quality (including impact on surface and ground water) ?





Ø Development permissions granted contrary to Environment Agency advice on flood risk.





0

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise





erosion and its impacts ?



Ø Increase in renewable


0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

pollution.

v Will it support renewable






energy generation capacity.

ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.



v Could it provide






0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.

v Will it minimise or maintain, and where possible enhance, impact on the landscape character of the area ?










This Policy promotes the townscape. Through a set of principles the Policy is likely to improve the visual amenity of new development, the town setting and the built environment.

+

Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy



v Will it promote

integration with existing



This Policy has a significant emphasis on encouraging the use of a set of principles that will deliver more thoughtful developments, enable residents to stay longer in their own homes and reduce the fear of crime.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.

communities ? v Will it maximise access

to services, taking into account the needs of an ageing population ?







residents.

Ø Incidences of crime committed per 1,000 households.

SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.






This Policy has a significant emphasis on including features early in the design that will better meet the needs of those suffering from dementia to enable them to remain in their own homes for longer and extend the time they live within their community.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.

v Will it promote a range of employment opportunities ?








Ø Increase amount of various employment development on previously developed land or conversions.


Ø Decrease in percentage of the economically active population who are unemployed.



Ø Increase in percentage change in the total number of VAT registered businesses.

Ø Workforce qualifications - percentage of working age population with qualifications at NVQ Level or above.



0

EC2: Reduce the

v Does it reduce the need

Ø Increase in the percentage

The effects of this policy will not


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.

to travel? v Does it promote




of people travelling to work by more environmentally friendly means.



directly result in any significant impact in terms of this objective. 0

Alternatives

The ‘do nothing’ option – not have this policy - was seen as the only reasonable alternative. This was considered and dismissed, as it did not seek to improve residents’ wellbeing or deal with the increasing demands of dementia.

Overall Conclusions


• Environmental – one positive impact with zero negative effects.

• Social – two positive impacts with zero negative effects.

• Economic – is neither seen to have a positive impact nor any negative effects. The effect of dementia is expected to have a large social impact, with the age profile of Holt the significance of dementia is sadly likely to increase. There are positive actions that can be taken early in the design and layout of development that can have a lasting impact.


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Appendix E Policy 3: Residential Care Accommodation - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing

Planning applications relating to the expansion of existing and/or new residential care accommodation (‘care’ and ‘extra-care’ housing, and retirement housing facilities), including use class C2 will be supported where they meet an identified local need and comply with the requirements and policies of the Holt Neighbourhood Plan and other Development Plan policies.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.







0

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated

land.





0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.











0

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.










0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

v Will it support renewable energy generation ?

v Will it minimise impact





ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.



v Could it provide






0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.












0

Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy



v Will it promote




This Policy seeks to support the expansion of local care facilities to meet the extra demand created by a growing community.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.









residents.


SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.







0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.



















Ø School leaver qualifications - percentage of school leavers with 5 or more

This Policy creates the environment for local businesses to grow to meet local needs in a sustainable way and may create additional local employment.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

GCSEs at A* to C grades.

EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.


v Does it promote







The effects of this policy could see new local jobs, access to key services and facilities that will all reduce the need to travel.

+

Alternatives

The ‘do nothing’ option (not have this policy) was seen as the only reasonable alternative. This was considered and dismissed, as it did not seek to address the future community needs.

Overall Conclusions


• Environmental – is neither seen to have a positive impact nor any negative effects.

• Social – one positive impact with zero negative effects.

• Economic – two positive impacts with zero negative effects.

This Policy has a positive impact on the objectives, especially the economic ones - as it creates the opportunity to enable the expansion of local services and facilities.

The ‘do nothing’ option was not taken forward as it failed to meet the aims and objectives of the Neighbourhood Plan.


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Appendix F Policy 4: Affordable Housing for the Local Community (Local Lettings) - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing Any new developments that incorporate an element of affordable housing to include, within the section 106 Agreement, up to 25% of the affordable housing will be made available to people on North Norfolk District Council’s Housing Register with a local connection to Holt, in perpetuity, using the following cascade criteria:

(i) Residents of Holt parish.

(ii) Households who need to move to Holt parish to give or receive support from or to an immediate relative who are residents of Holt.

(iii) People who work in the parish of Holt.

(iv) Former residents of Holt parish.

(v) Residents of the adjacent parishes.

(vi) Residents of North Norfolk District.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the




of the best and most versatile agricultural land



0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

most valuable

agricultural land.

(grades 1-3a) ?

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated

land.





0

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.








Ø Patterns of daily domestic water use (per capita consumption).


0

ENV4: Continue to

v Will it help adapt to or

Ø Look to decrease the

The effects of this policy will not


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.

mitigate against climate change ?










number of designated Air Quality Management Areas and the concentration of air pollutants.



directly result in any significant impact in terms of this objective. 0

ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and


v Will it conserve and enhance species



0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.

diversity and avoid harm to protected species?

v Could it provide




ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.



v Will it enable the protection and enhancement of the historic environment (including designated and non-designated assets and their settings)?

v Could it benefit heritage assets currently ‘at risk’?






0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.



v Will it promote












residents.



0

SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

v Will it deliver housing to meet needs in appropriate locations? Will it deliver affordable


This policy has significant emphasis on the provision of affordable housing to meet local needs. Enabling residents and


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.

housing and other tenures to meet needs?



Ø An increase in percentage

of housing stock that is affordable housing and a decrease in number of unfit dwellings in housing stock.

those with a recognised connection to Holt to access affordable housing. +

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage








and where appropriate improved access, to education and skills








0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.

training ? Ø Increase in percentage change in the total number of VAT registered businesses.




EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.


v Does it promote








0

Alternatives

Alternative policies that were discussed included all affordable housing being available to people with a local connection first, a


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

different cascade criteria and without the requirement to be on North Norfolk District Council’s Housing Register. In assessing its performance the impact on the SA objectives was no change, with Environmental and Economic objectives being seen as neither a positive impact nor any negative effects whilst the Social impact was the same with a positive impact on SOC2. The alternative policy was not taken forward due to concerns in implementation (not using North Norfolk District Council’s Housing Register) and the impact this may have on meeting the housing needs of the wider North Norfolk District if all affordable housing is only for people with local connections. The ‘do nothing’ option was considered and dismissed as it would result in it being unlikely the residents or those with connections to Holt being able to access affordable housing in Holt.

Overall Conclusions




• Economic – is neither seen to have a positive impact nor any negative effects. This policy will play a key role in enabling residents and those with a recognised local connection to have the ability to access affordable housing in Holt. The ‘do nothing’ option was not taken forward as it is unlikely to achieve the objective of the local community and the alternative policy was not taken forward due to the concerns in fulfilling the wider affordable housing needs.


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Appendix G Policy 5: Biodiversity - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing

Where green infrastructure is provided as part of any new development it should aim to improve biodiversity and linkages with existing open spaces in and around Holt. All new development should maximise opportunities to enhance connectivity and encourage the use of existing footpath and cycleway links to the wider parish and countryside.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.







0

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated

land.





0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.











0

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.






energy generation ?





0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects






ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.



v Could it provide





This Policy has a significant emphasis on improving biodiversity, as well as linkages that will also provide the connectivity for the natural environment.

+

ENV6: Respect the

v Will it minimise or maintain, and where

Ø Changes in the conditions of SSSIs, CWS and natural

The effects of this policy will not directly result in any significant


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.

possible enhance, impact on the landscape character of the area ?




/ semi – natural habitats.




impact in terms of this objective. 0

Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing



v Will it promote integration with existing communities ?

v Will it maximise access to services, taking into account the needs of an




residents.


This Policy is encouraging linkages between any new development and the existing green infrastructure; with better connectivity across Holt this will promote walking and cycling, which are seen as healthy lifestyle choices. Through the improvement of the pathway network it is less likely that areas of Holt, and their residents, will be isolated and

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.

ageing population ?

v Will it encourage access to accessible open space ?


v Will it help design out crime and the fear of crime from new development?


excluded.

SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.







0

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic


v Will it sustain and where




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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.

appropriate promote the rural economy ?

















0

EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of


v Does it promote

sustainable transport


This Policy is encouraging the linkages between any new development and the existing green infrastructure; with better connectivity across Holt this will


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

sustainable

transport.

use? v Does it promote access




promote walking and cycling as more sustainable transport modes. +

Alternatives

An alternative policy was discussed which was included a ‘wish list’ of possible connections and additional footpaths, especially the much needed footpath along the Norwich Road to Holt Country Park. The alternative policy was not taken forward due to there being no mechanism to enable delivery. The ‘do nothing’ option was considered but not taken forward as it was felt important to ensure new and existing paths are linked.

Overall Conclusions


• Environmental – one positive impact with zero negative effects.


• Economic – one positive impact with zero negative effects. This policy will play a key role in terms of promoting accessibility and biodiversity, which will see the provision of habitats for wildlife and improve access to the countryside and woodland for local community. The alternatives were not taken forward as it was unlikely they would deliver on the intent of the policy.


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Appendix H Policy 6: Open Space Protection - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing Proposals for development, which would result in the loss of part or all of an Important Open Space, as defined in Table 1 will not be permitted unless it can be demonstrated that the benefit to the local community outweighs the loss.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.







0

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated

land.





0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.











0

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.










0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects







ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.



v Could it provide





This Policy has a significant emphasis on maintaining the areas of Important Open Space throughout Holt. This will, by default, conserve natural habitats and continue to support biodiversity. .

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.




protection and enhancement of the historic environment (including designated and non-designated assets and their settings)?







This Policy has a significant emphasis on protecting the areas of Important Open Space throughout Holt. An active approach to maintaining and enhancing the quality of landscapes and historic environment.

+

Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy



v Will it promote




This Policy has a significant emphasis on maintaining the areas of Important Open Space throughout Holt. Promoting and encouraging exercise, healthy lifestyles and wellbeing through the continued access to Open Space. .

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.









residents.


SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.







0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.



















Ø School leaver qualifications - percentage of school


0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

leavers with 5 or more GCSEs at A* to C grades.

EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.


v Does it promote








0

Alternatives

In discussing and assessing alternatives, that included many of these open spaces, being identified in a policy to seek designation as ‘Local Green Space’, this policy option was not taken forward as there were concerns in meeting the ‘Local Green Space’ criteria, as defined in the National Planning Policy Framework. In assessing the alternative policies, these achieved the same positive impacts on the SA objectives and did not have any negative effects.

The alternative policy was not taken forward including these open spaces due to concerns in implementation and meeting the criteria for designation. The ‘do nothing’ option was considered and considering the importance the local community had placed on each of these areas through the consultation events this option was not taken forward.


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Overall Conclusions


• Environmental – two positive impacts with zero negative effects.


• Economic – is neither seen to have a positive impact nor any negative effects. This policy will play a key role in terms of preserving open space for the use of the local community and future generations whilst maintaining the visual amenity, feel and character of the town. The ‘do nothing’ option was not taken forward due to the importance of each of these areas. The alternative was not taken forward due to concerns in meeting the required designation criteria


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Appendix I Policy 7: Heritage Protection - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing Development proposals should preserve the local heritage of listed buildings and their setting or any features of special architectural or historic interest, which they possess. Where appropriate these listed buildings should be enhanced and their setting preserved as part of any adjacent or associated development.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.







0

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of



Ø Increase in percentage of household waste recycled


0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated

land.

and composted.

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.











0

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change




Ø Decrease in Total CO2


0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.









emissions per capita (million tonnes carbon equivalent) and reduction of Carbon Footprint of area.


ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.



v Could it provide

opportunities for geodiversity



0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

enhancement ? v Could it contribute


ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.











This Policy has a significant emphasis on protecting and maintaining the settings of listed buildings. This should maintain and enhance the quality of landscapes and historic environment.

+

Social

SOC1: To maintain

v Will it help improve the health or life expectancy

Ø Reduce percentage of children living in low-income

The effects of this policy will not directly result in any significant


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.

of residents ?


v Will it promote









households.



residents.


impact in terms of this objective. 0

SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.






0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects


Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.

















0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects


EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.


v Does it promote








0

Alternatives

The ‘do nothing’ option (not have this policy) was seen as the only reasonable alternative. This was considered and dismissed due to the importance of the heritage of Holt - it was considered as potentially giving the ‘wrong’ message as the approach to future development.

Overall Conclusions

This Policy has one positive impact on the Environmental objectives and with zero negative effects. On the Social and Economic objectives it has neither a positive impact nor any negative effects. This Policy will play a key role in preserving the local heritage of Holt. The ‘do nothing’ option was not taken forward due to the importance of Holt’s heritage.


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Appendix J Policy 8: Employment Growth - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing Planning applications for development, which brings additional or new employment to Holt, other than new build tourism and overnight business accommodation, will be encouraged and supported where they comply with the other policies within the Holt Neighbourhood Plan, the requirements of other Development Plan policies and meet thee following criteria:

• Their size and design respect the immediate surroundings in which they are to be located;

• They are appropriate to a market town and do not have a negative effect on the town centre;

• They do not have an unacceptable impact on the local environment and the amenities of adjacent residential properties or other land uses; and

• Only in the open countryside

a) Where associated with a farm diversification scheme or an existing employment site of a small scale; or

b) Otherwise, on isolated sites, only where the development can be shown to be making a positive contribution to its setting in the open countryside.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the



This policy has a significant emphasis on supporting employment growth it also provides protection for the countryside.


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.




+

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated

land.





0

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of




Ø Development permissions granted contrary to Environment Agency advice


0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

water.



on flood risk.




ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.













0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects



ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.



v Could it provide






0

ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,


v Will it maintain or enhance the character and appearance of the




b. Scheduled Ancient

This policy has a significant emphasis on supporting the creation of local employment opportunities although it does limit any enterprise’s impact, both in environmental terms (to protect the landscape) and townscape (to give protection to the historic environment). It also

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

enhance the

historic

environment.

townscape character of the area?





Monuments on the Buildings at Risk register.

seeks to prevent negative impact on the amenities of adjacent residential properties.

Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.



v Will it promote





to accessible open




residents.



0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

space ?




SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.







0

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and


v Will it sustain and where appropriate promote the



This Policy has a significant emphasis on promoting tourism and supporting the creation of local employment, both aspects will strengthen the local economy.


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.

rural economy ? v Will it promote the












+

EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.


v Does it promote






This Policy has a significant emphasis on promoting tourism and supporting the creation of local employment. More local employment could reduce the need to travel and increase in tourism is likely to increase visitors and travel movements.

_


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects


Alternatives

An alternative policy was discussed that sought to see vacant shops and premises quickly taken up, listed acceptable shop types and employment categories, sought to limit ‘charity’ shops, and acceptable commercial enterprises to protect existing shops and businesses. Thought was also given as to how to encourage the existing designations to be developed. Whilst their intent was well meaning the actual delivery and implementation of such policies was seen as impractical and extremely difficult. In assessing its performance the impact on the SA Objectives resulted in the same positive impacts and negative effect. The alternative policy was not taken due to the difficulties in implementation.

The ‘do nothing’ option was considered although not taken forward as, without encouragement, there may be limited growth in local employment.

Overall Conclusions

This Policy has mainly a positive impact on the objectives, although with increased tourism there is likely to be an increase in traffic movements.


• Social – is neither seen to have a positive impact nor any negative effects.

• Economic – one positive impact and one negative effect. This policy will play a key role in terms of enabling the local community to continue to thrive through the support of tourism, local business and employment to deliver long term sustainability of the town.

The alternative was not taken forward due to delivery difficulties, whilst the ‘do nothing’ would not meet the objective of strengthening tourism activities.


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Appendix K Policy 9: New Build Tourism and Overnight Business Accommodation - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing The construction of new permanent buildings for overnight tourist and overnight business accommodation will only be supported in locations within or adjoining existing settlements where they comply with the requirements of other policies in the HNP and the requirements of other Development Plan policies.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.






This Policy has a significant emphasis on promoting tourism and business accommodation. It could result in development on greenfield land adjacent to the existing settlements on previously undeveloped land.

_

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of

mineral resources





0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

and remediate

contaminated

land.

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.











0

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and

adapt against it




of flooding ?


Ø Decrease in Total CO2 emissions per capita (million tonnes carbon equivalent) and reduction of


0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.

v Will it minimise coastal



v Will it minimise impact on air quality ?

v Will it minimise the impact of noise, light and odour pollution ?

v Will it minimise, and where possible address, land contamination ?

Carbon Footprint of area.


ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.



v Could it provide opportunities for geodiversity enhancement ?

v Could it contribute towards enhancing or increasing green infrastructure networks?



0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.









This Policy has a significant emphasis on promoting tourism and business accommodation although it does limit such development to being within or adjoining existing settlements.

+

Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy

lifestyles and



v Will it promote





0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.








Ø Life expectancy of residents.



SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.







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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.



















Ø School leaver qualifications

This Policy has a significant emphasis on promoting tourism and business accommodation, both aspects will strengthen the local economy enhance the viability of the town centre.

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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

- percentage of school leavers with 5 or more GCSEs at A* to C grades.

EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.


v Does it promote







This Policy has a significant emphasis on promoting tourism and business accommodation. An increase in these is likely to see an increase in traffic and travel movements to the area.

_

Alternatives

The ‘do nothing’ option (not have this policy) was seen as the only reasonable alternative. This was considered and dismissed due to the growing demand for overnight accommodation to act as a base to visit Holt and the north Norfolk coast.

Overall Conclusions

This Policy has both negative and positive impacts on the objectives.

• Environmental – one positive impact and one negative effect.

• Social – is neither seen to have a positive impact nor any negative effects.


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

• Economic – one positive impact and one negative effect. This policy will play a key role in terms of enabling the local community to continue to thrive through the support of tourism, local business and employment to deliver long term sustainability of the town.

The alternative of ‘do nothing’ was not taken forward as it would not meet the objective of strengthening economic and tourism activities.


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Appendix L

Policy 10: Additional Community Facilities - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing In seeking to ensure that provision of additional local facilities meets the growing local community needs, support will be given to development proposals relating to the provision of community facilities, recreational space (formal and informal), sports facilities, cultural activities, and additional car parking near the town centre where these comply with the requirements of other policies in the HNP and the requirements of other Development Plan policies.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.







0

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of



Ø Increase in percentage of household waste recycled


0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated

land.

and composted.

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.











0

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change




Ø Decrease in Total CO2


0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.









emissions per capita (million tonnes carbon equivalent) and reduction of Carbon Footprint of area.


ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.



v Could it provide

opportunities for geodiversity


This policy has a significant emphasis on supporting the provision of additional community facilities with many of these additional facilities likely to support recreational activities and be open space (green infrastructure), which will also promote biodiversity.

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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

enhancement ? v Could it contribute


ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.










0

Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the



This policy has a significant emphasis on supporting the provision of additional


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.



v Will it maximise access to services, taking into account the needs of an ageing population ?

v Will it encourage access to accessible open space ?



Ø Key benefit claimants -

percentage of working age population claiming benefits.


residents.


community facilities. Many of these facilities are likely to encourage and support active and healthy lifestyles. +

SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.



v Will it deliver a mix in the type and size of housing to meet the diverse




0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

needs of the District?

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.



















2

This policy has a significant emphasis on supporting the provision of additional community facilities, with more facilities the town will be more vibrant. This will also increase opportunities for the creation of additional support services and local employment.

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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects


EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.


v Does it promote sustainable transport use?

v Does it promote access to local services and facilities?





0

Alternatives

In discussing an alternative policy options a number specific community facilities for the community were identified – a ‘wish list’. When assessing the impact on the SA objectives the same positive impacts were listed and no negative effects. The alternative policy was not taken forward as the new facilities are aspirational and have no identifiable means of delivery. The ‘do nothing’ option was considered and was not taken forward as it would not address the needs of the growing local community.

Overall Conclusions



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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

• Environmental – one positive impact and with zero negative effects

• Social – one positive impact and with zero negative effects.

• Economic – one positive impact and with zero negative effects. This policy will play a key role in the provision of additional facilities and amenities for the local community whilst having the potential to positively enhance the local economy.

The alternative of ‘do nothing’ was not taken forward as it would not meet the objective of strengthening economic and tourism activities.


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Appendix M Policy 11: Management of Open Space - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing Where new developments provide elements of green infrastructure (such as open space, natural green space and recreational areas) the Developer will be required to demonstrate an effective and sustainable management programme for them by having:

a) an effective transition to Holt Town Council ownership with suitable funding to cover projected future upkeep costs for at least the next ten years; or

b) an effective transition to the Local Authority ownership; or

c) an appropriate legally binding arrangement for management by an established management company with a viable and sustainable business case and operating model.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.







0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated

land.





0

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.











0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.















0

ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity



This policy recognises the need for protecting environmental assets and ensuring their future use is sustainable (having an identified funding stream).Whilst ensuring the enhancement and


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.


v Could it provide




maintenance of the natural environment and wildlife habitats. +

ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.








This policy makes requirements that new development has given due consideration to, and an agreed approach for, the provision of maintenance to be properly factored into proposals for green infrastructure, open space and recreational areas as a lasting commitment.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects


Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.



v Will it promote












residents.


This policy has a significant emphasis on future sustainability of open space that will support and promote healthy lifestyles.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.







0

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment













0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.

v Will it enable access, and where appropriate improved access, to education and skills training ?

Ø Decrease unemployment

benefit receipt.





EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.


v Does it promote







This policy has a significant emphasis on ensuriing facilities are maintained giving the local community access to open space and other facilities.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Alternatives

An alternative policy was discussed with more prescriptive requirements and delivery on the way that open space is managed and maintained. The alternative policy was not taken forward due to concerns of it being too onerous on a developer and unlikely to be implemented, as well as difficulty in agreeing the specific requirements that could be applied to all sites across the parish. The ‘do nothing’ option was considered, although not considered appropriate as it the Steering Group wanted clear responsibility and accountability for the long term future of these areas.

Overall Conclusions




• Economic – one positive impact with zero negative effects. This policy will play a key role in terms of providing a sustainable approach to the management of open space for the benefit of all age groups in the local community. The ‘do nothing’ option was not taken forward as it failed to identify clear responsibility. The alternative policy was not taken forward due to difficulty in delivery requirements and confidence in implementation.


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Appendix N Policy 12: Broadband & Mobile Communications - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing Enhancement of mobile communications and implementation of new ‘superfast broadband’ infrastructure that serves the town and wider parish will be supported.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.







0

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of

mineral resources

and remediate





0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

contaminated

land.

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.











0

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and




of flooding ?




0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

minimise

pollution.

v Will it minimise coastal erosion and its impacts ?

v Will it support renewable






Ø Increase in renewable

energy generation capacity.

ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.



v Could it provide



towards enhancing or



0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

increasing green infrastructure networks?

ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.




protection and enhancement of the historic environment (including designated and non-designated assets and their settings)?








0

Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by




Ø Key benefit claimants - percentage of working age

This policy has a significant emphasis in supporting improvements to mobile communications and broadband speeds. Both of these elements are now seen as key


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

promoting healthy

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.

v Will it promote









population claiming benefits.


residents.


infrastructure to help prevent isolation and enhanced social interactions. Promoting wellbeing and helping to reduce deprivation.

+

SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.



v Will it deliver a mix in the type and size of housing




0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

to meet the diverse needs of the District?

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.



















This policy has a significant emphasis on supporting improvements to mobile communications and broadband speeds. These elements are seen as key infrastructure requirements in promoting and improving access to education.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Ø School leaver qualifications

- percentage of school leavers with 5 or more GCSEs at A* to C grades.

EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.


v Does it promote







This policy has a significant emphasis on supporting improvements to mobile signals and broadband speeds. improvements to these infrastructure elements will enable improved accessibility of essential services, self-service functionality and the ability to access online shopping. All of which may reduce the need to travel.

+

Alternatives

Proposals for an alternative policy included requirements for ‘fibre’ technology and signal strength. In assessing its performance the impact on the SA Objectives the outcome was the same positive impacts, but a negative effect on (SOC2 - To ensure that everyone has the opportunity of a good quality and affordable home to meet their needs) as too much extra cost could result in homes not being affordable. It was considered that specifying current technology may limit the lifetime of the policy as new and better solutions could be available in the future. The ‘do nothing’ option would not fulfill the HNP objective 2 and unlikely to bring improvement.


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Overall Conclusions




• Economic – two positive impacts with zero negative effects. This policy will play a key role in terms of seeking to facilitate the improvement of modern communications, enabling greater access to on-line services, which are increasingly becoming digitised and increased local business performance that will improving the long term sustainability of the town.

The alternative policy and ‘do nothing’ option were not taken forward due to the possible limited lifespan and additional cost. While the ‘do nothing’ option was not taken forward due to its failure to meet the HNP Objective 2.


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Appendix O Policy 13: Sustainable Transport - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing New development (residential of eleven and more dwellings and all commercial) proposals will be expected to quantify the level of traffic movements they are likely to generate and its cumulative effect with other developments in Holt and surrounding parishes. They will also be expected to assess the potential impact of this traffic and include appropriate and proportionate measures to mitigate any negative impacts on road safety, pedestrians, safe road crossings, cyclists, parking and congestion within Holt. All new development should create opportunities to enhance and encourage the use of sustainable transport modes through the provision of footpaths, cycleways and public transport improvements. Sustainable transport modes will provide access, connectivity and linkages to existing networks and, in particular and where practicable, to the town centre, community facilities, recreational spaces and schools.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land






0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.


ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the

sterilisation of

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated land





0

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.











0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.














This policy has a significant emphasis on reducing the harmful effects of traffic. Seeking an understanding of the cumulative impact and how measures can be taken to mitigate these negative effects. This Policy seeks to reduce the dependency on motor vehicles to travel around Holt and to the surrounding area. Reducing the need to travel and/or the dependency on the ‘car’ through better public transport or more local facilities (cycleways and foot paths) will reduce the emissions of greenhouse gases.

+

ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and



The Policy has a significant emphasis on improving linkages and connectivity that will also provide the ‘green fingers’ for the natural environment.


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.

v Will it conserve and

enhance species diversity and avoid harm to protected species?

v Could it provide




+

ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.




protection and enhancement of the historic environment (including designated and non-designated assets and their






0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

settings)? v Could it benefit heritage


Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by

promoting healthy

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.



v Will it promote












residents.


This policy promotes healthy lifestyles through the emphasis on mitigation measures for traffic and improving road safety for pedestrians and cyclists. Encouraging linkages between any new development and the existing green infrastructure, with better connectivity across Holt may promote walking and cycling with residents, which are seen as healthy lifestyle choices. It is likely better connectivity may result in reduced isolation and exclusion of residents.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.

v Will it deliver housing to meet needs in appropriate locations?

v Will it deliver affordable housing and other tenures to meet needs?






0

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve











Ø Decrease in percentage of unemployed people who

This policy emphasis is on mitigation measures for traffic and improving road safety for pedestrians and cyclists to improve leisure activities linked to walking and cycling. It also will enhance linkages to services, facilities and employment areas within Holt. Increasing accessibility in this way will improve access to services and increase the town centre vitality and viability.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.



are long-term unemployed.







EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.


v Does it promote







This Policy promotes the use of walking and cycling by seeking to improve the network of paths and cycleways with enhanced linkages to the town centre, schools, community and recreational spaces.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Alternatives

Alternative policy was discussed that included specific traffic calming, speed reduction measures in and around Holt, as well as pedestrianising the town centre. In assessing its performance the impact on the SA objectives had the same positive impacts and no negative effects.

The alternative policy was not taken forward as no method of delivery could be established.

The ‘do nothing’ option was considered and was not taken forward as it would not seek to address traffic issues in Holt that new development may negatively result in.

Overall Conclusions


• Environmental – two positive impact with zero negative effects.


• Economic – two positive impacts with zero negative effects. This policy will play a key role in terms of maintaining road safety throughout Holt. Where potential additional traffic levels are identified then measures should be implemented to mitigate any likely negative impact. The alternative and ‘do nothing’ was not taken forward as they either had implementation issues or would be unlikely to meet the community ambition of road safety.


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Appendix P Policy 14: Healthcare Facilities - Assessment, Alternatives and Do Nothing The Holt Neighbourhood Plan seeks to ensure that additional provision of local medical facilities is made to meet the growing needs of the local community, planning applications relating to the expansion of existing and/or new healthcare facilities will be permitted where they comply with the requirements and policies of the Holt Neighbourhood Plan and other Development Plan policies.

SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Environmental

ENV1: Promote


land, minimise the

loss of

undeveloped land

and protect the

most valuable

agricultural land.







0

ENV2: Minimise

waste generation,

avoid the





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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

sterilisation of

mineral resources

and remediate

contaminated

land.


0

ENV3: To enhance

water quality and

ensure the most

sustainable use of

water.











0

ENV4: Continue to

reduce

contributions to

climate change

and mitigate and




Ø Decrease in Total CO2 emissions per capita


0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

adapt against it

and its effects and

minimise

pollution.

v Will it minimise the risk of flooding ?

v Will it minimise coastal


energy generation ?

v Will it minimise impact on air quality ?

v Will it minimise the impact of noise, light and odour pollution ?

v Will it minimise, and where possible address, land contamination ?

(million tonnes carbon equivalent) and reduction of Carbon Footprint of area.


ENV5: Protect and


biodiversity and

geodiversity

assets and

increase the

provision of green

infrastructure.



v Could it provide opportunities for geodiversity enhancement ?

v Could it contribute towards enhancing or



0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

increasing green infrastructure networks?

ENV6: Respect the

variety of

landscape types in

the area and

protect, and where

appropriate,

enhance the

historic

environment.












0

Social

SOC1: To maintain

and improve the

quality of life of

the population by




Ø Key benefit claimants - percentage of working age

This Policy seeks to ensure provision is made for the expansion of local facilities to meet the extra demand created by a growing community.


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

promoting healthy

lifestyles and

access to

services, reducing

deprivation and

reducing crime

and the fear of

crime.








population claiming benefits.


residents.


+

SOC2: To ensure

that everyone has

the opportunity of

a good quality and

affordable home to

meet their needs.







0


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

Economic

EC1: Encourage

sustainable

economic

development and

education/skills

training covering a

range of sectors

and skill levels to

improve

employment

opportunities for

residents, to

encourage

investment and

maintain and

enhance town

centres.

















The effects of this Policy will enable the provision of additional local services and skilled jobs and more rewarding opportunities (doctors, dentists, nurses, etc.) to deliver services through the expansion of existing facilities. This will improve accessibility of key services for a growing community.

+


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SA Objective


to consider

Indicators and

targets

Justification and

Comments


Term Effects

EC2: Reduce the

need to travel and

promote the use of

sustainable

transport.


v Does it promote







This Policy seeks to expand the local healthcare facilities and reduce the need for residents to travel, mainly by motor vehicle, to access these services. Thereby reducing the effect of traffic.

+

Alternatives

The ‘do nothing’ option – not have this policy - was seen as the only reasonable alternative. This was considered and dismissed, as it did not seek to address the future community needs.

Overall Conclusions




• Economic – two positive impacts with zero negative effects.

This Policy this will improve accessibility of key services for a growing community.

The alternative option was not taken forward as it failed to meet the HNP Objective 2.


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