The Upper Ore Valley - 'Speckled Wood' (A01 and A30) Options for Protecting Areas of Land

I/we oppose the development of the Upper Ore Valley, which is also called 'Speckled Wood'. Of the three options proposed in the consultation, I/we support option C which would protect all the land in the Upper Ore Valley that does not have planning consent. However, I/we would prefer to see the area of land next to Victoria Avenue also protected even though it has planning permission.

We support the aims of Ore Community Land Trust that the whole area should be redesignated as protected green space and enhanced for community use and protection of wildlife habitat.

The surrounding built up area is densely populated and there are no other accessible green spaces for leisure or children's play to comply with the Hastings Borough Council policy aim - 90% of households should have access to green space within 300 metres of their home by 2013.

The valley is a wooded and steeply sided ghyll and should have been included in the Council's Parks and Open Spaces Strategy. The woodland and footpaths have been used by local people of all ages for very many years.

The valley is entirely unsuitable for development due to the steep sides and restrictions to road access onto the very busy Old London Road.

The Upper Ore Valley - 'Speckled Wood' (A01 and A30) Options for Protecting Areas of Land

I/we oppose the development of the Upper Ore Valley, which is also called 'Speckled Wood'. Of the three options proposed in the consultation, I/we support option C which would protect all the land in the Upper Ore Valley that does not have planning consent. However, I/we would prefer to see the area of land next to Victoria Avenue also protected even though it has planning permission.

We support the aims of Ore Community Land Trust that the whole area should be redesignated as protected green space and enhanced for community use and protection of wildlife habitat.

The surrounding built up area is densely populated and there are no other accessible green spaces for leisure or children's play to comply with the Hastings Borough Council policy aim - 90% of households should have access to green space within 300 metres of their home by 2013.

The valley is a wooded and steeply sided ghyll and should have been included in the Council's Parks and Open Spaces Strategy. The woodland and footpaths have been used by local people of all ages for very many years.

The valley is entirely unsuitable for development due to the steep sides and restrictions to road access onto the very busy Old London Road.

The Upper Ore Valley - 'Speckled Wood' (A01 and A30) Options for Protecting Areas of Land

I/we oppose the development of the Upper Ore Valley, which is also called 'Speckled Wood'. Of the three options proposed in the consultation, I/we support option C which would protect all the land in the Upper Ore Valley that does not have planning consent. However, I/we would prefer to see the area of land next to Victoria Avenue also protected even though it has planning permission.

We support the aims of Ore Community Land Trust that the whole area should be redesignated as protected green space and enhanced for community use and protection of wildlife habitat.

The surrounding built up area is densely populated and there are no other accessible green spaces for leisure or children's play to comply with the Hastings Borough Council policy aim - 90% of households should have access to green space within 300 metres of their home by 2013.

The valley is a wooded and steeply sided ghyll and should have been included in the Council's Parks and Open Spaces Strategy. The woodland and footpaths have been used by local people of all ages for very many years.

The valley is entirely unsuitable for development due to the steep sides and restrictions to road access onto the very busy Old London Road.

The Upper Ore Valley - 'Speckled Wood' (A01 and A30) Options for Protecting Areas of Land

I/we oppose the development of the Upper Ore Valley, which is also called 'Speckled Wood'. Of the three options proposed in the consultation, I/we support option C which would protect all the land in the Upper Ore Valley that does not have planning consent. However, I/we would prefer to see the area of land next to Victoria Avenue also protected even though it has planning permission.

We support the aims of Ore Community Land Trust that the whole area should be redesignated as protected green space and enhanced for community use and protection of wildlife habitat.

The surrounding built up area is densely populated and there are no other accessible green spaces for leisure or children's play to comply with the Hastings Borough Council policy aim - 90% of households should have access to green space within 300 metres of their home by 2013.

The valley is a wooded and steeply sided ghyll and should have been included in the Council's Parks and Open Spaces Strategy. The woodland and footpaths have been used by local people of all ages for very many years.

The valley is entirely unsuitable for development due to the steep sides and restrictions to road access onto the very busy Old London Road.

The Upper Ore Valley - 'Speckled Wood' (A01 and A30) Options for Protecting Areas of Land

I/we oppose the development of the Upper Ore Valley, which is also called 'Speckled Wood'. Of the three options proposed in the consultation, I/we support option C which would protect all the land in the Upper Ore Valley that does not have planning consent. However, I/we would prefer to see the area of land next to Victoria Avenue also protected even though it has planning permission.

We support the aims of Ore Community Land Trust that the whole area should be redesignated as protected green space and enhanced for community use and protection of wildlife habitat.

The surrounding built up area is densely populated and there are no other accessible green spaces for leisure or children's play to comply with the Hastings Borough Council policy aim - 90% of households should have access to green space within 300 metres of their home by 2013.

The valley is a wooded and steeply sided ghyll and should have been included in the Council's Parks and Open Spaces Strategy. The woodland and footpaths have been used by local people of all ages for very many years.

The valley is entirely unsuitable for development due to the steep sides and restrictions to road access onto the very busy Old London Road.

The Upper Ore Valley - 'Speckled Wood' (A01 and A30) Options for Protecting Areas of Land

I/we oppose the development of the Upper Ore Valley, which is also called 'Speckled Wood'. Of the three options proposed in the consultation, I/we support option C which would protect all the land in the Upper Ore Valley that does not have planning consent. However, I/we would prefer to see the area of land next to Victoria Avenue also protected even though it has planning permission.

We support the aims of Ore Community Land Trust that the whole area should be redesignated as protected green space and enhanced for community use and protection of wildlife habitat.

The surrounding built up area is densely populated and there are no other accessible green spaces for leisure or children's play to comply with the Hastings Borough Council policy aim - 90% of households should have access to green space within 300 metres of their home by 2013.

The valley is a wooded and steeply sided ghyll and should have been included in the Council's Parks and Open Spaces Strategy. The woodland and footpaths have been used by local people of all ages for very many years.

The valley is entirely unsuitable for development due to the steep sides and restrictions to road access onto the very busy Old London Road.

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √

Comments: We have lived here all our lives and at 76 years of age feel a Park would serve the community far better - they should have rebuilt in the 50s when they demolished the old houses now its too late - please don't take it away from us.

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √

Comments: Approach various organisations for protected woodland status.

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √

Comments: We need to keep more open spaces & woodlands and use existing empty properties.

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √

Comments: We should treasure all our open spaces and use them for the benefit of local residents, according to their wishes, not those of local government.

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √

Comments: There is very little in the way of greenery in Ore, so it is vital to keep what we have.

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes X No √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Your local Councils Planning Department in Hastings Borough Council is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. They have worked alongside the Ore Valley Trust to give options A, B, C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley, Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options entails development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been refused by Ore Valley trust and by the Local Authorities consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √

Comments: There are enough derelict buildings and brownfield sites that could provide all the housing needs of the UK without building on green sites.

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Your local Councils Planning Department in Hastings Borough Council is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. They have worked alongside the Ore Valley Trust to give options A, B, C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley, Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options entails development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been refused by Ore Valley trust and by the Local Authorities consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √

Comments: Although I live out of the area, I do own property in Ore Village. Desecration of woodland affects everyone, wherever they live. Emphasis should be on restoration & aquisition of currently unoccupied properties which are an eyesore.

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √

Comments: When I lived in Greville Road in 1963-1972 building work was looked into and was called off as not possible - why is it now? The wildlife will also be disturbed and not return - both flora & fauna. What about sewage pipes etc? Disturbance of that stream could cause flooding or damp as at View Bank.

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √

Comments: Spoiling the small amount of countryside left in the area.

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √

Comments: Need to keep whats left of the natural countryside.

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes √
Comments:

Speckled Wood is under threat from developers, speculators and your local Council.

Hastings Borough Council's planning department is currently operating a consultation on the future of Speckled Wood. The Local Development Framework details options A, B or C for the future development plans of the Upper Ore Valley's Speckled Wood (previously known as the 'Ola', Holla, Holler, Hollow). Each one of these options allows development of Speckled Wood to a greater or lesser degree.

On the 16th of August 2012 the consultation period ends and no further discussion will be heard.

The Friends of Speckled Wood want a fourth option of no development in the woodland. This has been denied in the local authority's consultation. The Friends of Speckled Wood believes this is not democratic and as the government believes in Localism, the choice should be with the people from the local area.

Do you oppose any housing development in Speckled Wood: Yes X
Comments: