I am writing to raise my concerns with the proposed developments at two natural sites in Hastings namely Harrow Lane playing fields and the land on Ridge West. I currently use both of these areas regularly for dog walking and also for my children as recreational areas. Development on either of these sites would be detrimental to the local people as they are used for dog walking by many people and there is little enough green space to use as it is in a highly developed area. The proposal to create business space at Ridge West is a waste of time as there are many other available facilities that are currently sitting unused and creating more space is not the answer. Using up the available space first would reduce the need for extra buildings and also regenerate the existing area.

There is very little green space that is accessible for people that live in this area and to build upon what there is would be a grave problem leaving people walking their dogs around the streets and increasing the amount of dog mess left in public footpaths and this will create more of a problem for the general public. Irresponsible dog owners are rife enough as it is and taking away areas where people can walk their dogs without increasing mess on the streets is not a good idea. Taking away places of recreation for children is also a massive mistake as children need open space to play in and an area near to home is necessary to keep our children healthy and active.