Chapter 18
171) Do you agree with the proposed changes set out in policy F3 to improve how Coastal Change Management Areas are identified and taken into account in development plans? Strongly agree, partly agree, neither agree nor disagree, partly disagree, strongly disagree.
Strongly agree.
a) Please provide your reasons, particularly if you disagree.
Regarding F1 and F2, we would wish to see further guidance on how changes to strategic flood risk assessment (SFRA) modelling or climate change requirements could be managed through the monitoring and review process of development plans. We would also wish to see more steer on how development plans can support community resilience in the event of a flood, and identity support for the replacement of ageing flood defence infrastructure. A specific mention of River Basin Management Plans (RBMPs) may be useful, noting our response to Q6(a) which highlights the important relationship between RBMPs and SDSs.
172) Do you agree with the proposed clarifications to the sequential test set out in policy F5? Strongly agree, partly agree, neither agree nor disagree, partly disagree, strongly disagree.
Strongly agree.
a) Please provide your reasons, particularly if you disagree.
No further comment.
173) Do you agree with the proposed approach to the exception test set out in policy F6? Strongly agree, partly agree, neither agree nor disagree, partly disagree, strongly disagree.
Strongly agree.
a) Please provide your reasons, particularly if you disagree
No further comment.
174) Do you agree with the proposed requirement in policy F8 for sustainable drainage systems to be designed in accordance with the National Standards? Strongly agree, partly agree, neither agree nor disagree, partly disagree, strongly disagree.
Partly disagree.
a) Please provide your reasons, particularly if you disagree.
The RTPI is concerned that the National Standards for sustainable drainage systems do not currently contain sufficient detailed to be properly applied locally. If such an approach were to be taken forward, the RTPI would welcome an expedited reappraisal of these standards.
175) Do you agree with the proposed new policy to avoid the enclosure of watercourses, and encourage the de-culverting and re-naturalisation of river channels? Strongly agree, partly agree, neither agree nor disagree, partly disagree, strongly disagree.
Strongly agree.
a) Please provide your reasons, particularly if you disagree.
No further comment.
176) Do you agree with the proposed changes to policy for managing development in areas affected by coastal change? Strongly agree, partly agree, neither agree nor disagree, partly disagree, strongly disagree.
Strongly agree.
a) Please provide your reasons, particularly if you disagree.
No further comment.
177) The National Coastal Erosion Risk Map sets out where areas may be vulnerable to coastal change based on different scenarios. Do you have views on how these scenarios should be applied to ensure a proportionate approach in applying this policy?
No further comment.
178) Do you agree with the proposed new additions to Table 2: Flood Risk Vulnerability Classifications? Strongly agree, partly agree, neither agree nor disagree, partly disagree, strongly disagree.
Strongly agree.
a) Should any other forms of development should be added? Please give your reasoning and clearly identify which proposed or additional uses you are referring to.
No further comment.
