Key planning issues are summarised below.

Loss of nationally protected Green Belt
Sport and leisure land lost forever.

Flood Risk Site

Includes the highest flood zone rating by the Environment Agency. Carries water from the other large development site in Baker Street.

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Noise & Traffic

Adjacent to London-Edinburgh main line. Will generate 1000+ new vehicles. Gridlock and pollution/reduced air quality will result.

Ecology

Permanent loss of green space will impact local ecology and threaten habitats. Hertsmere have declared a Climate Emergency.

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Sustainability

Is not determined by being close to the station.
A sustainable town needs a beating heart of community facilities and accessible ‘green lung’ of open space for our long term wellbeing.