SLP KDBH Extracts - Flipbook - Page 12
Challenges
37.
To help shape the policies in the local plan it is helpful to identify the challenges the Borough
faces and what the objectives should be in addressing these challenges. This helps to
ensure that the plans policies are justified and that they will play a part in meeting these
objectives.
38.
Whilst the challenges identified in the Issues and Options consultation were based on the
2013 SLP, the subsequent consultations have enabled these challenges to be shaped and
updated through this process to ensure they are up-to-date and appropriate. The challenges
are not set out in any priority order.
A.
Mitigating and adapting to Climate Change
B.
Meeting housing needs across the Borough, including the Borough’s own needs and,
where possible, assisting with accommodating the HMA (Housing Market Area) wide
shortfall.
C.
Sustaining the attractiveness of the Borough for people who live, work and invest in
Solihull
D.
Securing sustainable economic growth
E.
Protecting key gaps between urban areas and settlements
F.
Reducing inequalities in the Borough
G.
To maintain a supply of Gypsy and Traveller sites and pitches.
H.
Increasing accessibility and encouraging sustainable travel
I.
Providing sufficient waste management facilities and providing for sand and gravel
aggregates
J.
Improving health and well being
K.
Protecting and enhancing our natural assets
L.
Improving water quality and flood risk
M.
Maximising the economic and social benefits of the High Speed 2 rail link and
Interchange
N.
Mitigating the impacts of High Speed 2 and the growth associated with the
Interchange area
O.
Providing infrastructure and securing developer contributions.
Challenge A – Mitigating and adapting to Climate
Change
To reduce the higher than average greenhouse gas emissions.
Low potential for wind and biomass.
To reduce the high level of emissions from transport.
Traffic growth generated from new housing and employment growth across the
Borough
Rise in emissions from increased flights and passenger travel to and from
Birmingham Airport
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