The Inspector's Panel Report is now available, and can be downloaded from the <a href="http://www.hullcc.gov.uk/jsp/" target="_blank">JSP website </a> The key points to note are: - The Panel supported the sub-area approach - The graduated approach to housing distribution is acceptable - The industry's view that the build level for Hull was too high was accepted by the Panel, however, in the event of a shortfall in Hull, the roll over numbers would be kept within the Central sub-area. - The importance of Kingswood was recognised by the panel who considered any deletion from this major development could not be made up from the urban renewal process. The Panel recommend the JSP be modified to recognise Kingswood as an urban extension with an annual output of 200 dwellings (para 2.49) - Within Chapter 6 - Housing, the Panel consider the relationship between the JSP and RPG12 and in particular the shortfall in completions in the early part of the plan period. From this the Panel concluded (para 6.6)that the RPG figures cannot be set aside in the manner proposed in the JSP without generating a shortage of housing. The Panel concluded therefore that the JSP should be modified to accommodate the full RPG12 requirement. In para 6.10 the Panel looked forward to a more transparent distribution allocation through the RSS. - Paragraphs 6.31, 6.57 address the shortfall of 720 dwellings between 1998 and 2003. The Joint Authorities request to 'ignore' the shortfall was not accepted by the Panel who recommend the 730 units be incorporated into a modified policy H1. Para 6.84 sets out the key recommendations 1. The JSP should be modified to accommodate the full RPG12 requirement - this will increase the housing provision 2. Policy H1 should be modified as suggested above 2a. Over the period 2003 - 2016 provision will be made for annual average additions to the housing stock as set out in table 6.1 (this is significant as previous wording under Table 6.1 referred to completions and not net additions). 2b. The housing numbers would be reviewed in 2006 to consider the JSP shortfall. 2c. Recognises the 1998 - 2006 shortfall. 2d. The shortfall will be added to the Central sub area 2006 onwards. Within Chapter 7, Urban Renaissance, the Panel supported the aims and objectives of the JSP but also recognised the need to clear substantial areas for redevelopment. Within Chapter 8, Greenfield Urban Extensions, the Panel (in para 8.7) acknowledged it would be prudent to plan for the possibility that greenfield extensions may be required, particularly within the Central sub-areas. Conclusion: Whilst the industry scored well in this debate and housing numbers should be increased generally, we are unlikely to see any significant increase in the East Riding housing provision. Should you have any queries regarding this please contact Mark Johnson at 01904 557624.
