Testun llawn:
I do not feel that this is a suitable location for the construction of 6 dwellings.
Firstly, this will result in loss of valuable woodland habitat and green space. We are lucky to have a wide variety of birds and fauna in this area, many of which reside in the trees which will be displaced if this plan goes ahead. Carmarthenshire Council have declared a Climate and Nature emergency and I struggle to see how the loss of vital green space fits within this. This area is currently in regular use by members of the local community, and provides a safe space for children to play on this side of the main road (there is no safe crossing to access the park on the other side of the main road). The area proposed for development is a well-used and very pleasant green space. Removing this will have an adverse effect on the environment and wellbeing of local residents.
In addition, the construction of more houses will cause congestion and pollution. The area is already over-developed; the road into Harddfan is narrow, and construction traffic during the build will cause problems and increase the risk for residents. Moreover, if we assume that each completed dwelling will have 2 cars, this equates to a further 12 vehicles in what is already a crowded and congested street. Even if parking spaces are provided, this will cause congestion and issues for all residents on this part of the street, and will increase pollution and lower the quality of life for all residents.
The proposed area is not large, and I struggle to see how 6 dwellings of reasonable size and with adequate outside space will be accommodated. The loss of green space would be especially detrimental given the declared Climate and Nature Emergency, and the need for more safely accessible green space.
