2.21
Support
Hastings Planning Strategy Proposed Submission Version
Representation ID: 3913
Received: 17/08/2012
Support the objectives but query whether they are deliverable in line with NPPF 57 and 58 unless mandatory standards are made part of this strategy.
This is one of the most important elements of the Planning Strategy, but it will not be deliverable unless the council embraces NPPF 57.' It is important to plan positively for the achievement of high quality and inclusive design for all development' and 58.' Local and neighbourhood plans should develop robust and comprehensive policies that set out the quality of development that will be expected for the area'. Given the low base line of accommodation in this area, a mandatory requirement to achieve the Lifetime Homes Standard and a score of 14 or over in Building for Life is not an unreasonable response to the NPPF's call for positivity and robustness.