Colchester City Council Preferred Options Local Plan Regulation 18 Consultation 2025

Comment

Representation ID: 11545

Received: 19/12/2025

Respondent: Layer de la Haye Parish Council

Where building developments are planned in Layer de la Haye, they are on The Folley which is a narrow road with bends and no pavements. Any new development should plan to have public footpaths to aid safe passage for pedestrians and horse riders - especially those going to the school with children

Support

Representation ID: 11546

Received: 19/12/2025

Respondent: Layer de la Haye Parish Council

We support the creation of new allotments (with appropriate parking facilities) and open spaces where any new building occurs. Allotments are always in demand, and open spaces will enhance the lives of those who move to the village.

Support

Representation ID: 11547

Received: 19/12/2025

Respondent: Layer de la Haye Parish Council

We need a footpath on The Folley which is where the planned building will occur. This is a narrow road with bends and not at all safe for pedestrians, cyclist or horses. A solution is to put a path inside any new development to increase safety.
Additionally, the High Road where it meets Kingsford Bridge has now become a danger as the footpath has fallen away onto the river and is too narrow for pedestrians, cyclists and horses to safely negotiate alongside motorised vehicles.
There are three problem bridges into this village, which are all difficult to navigate safely.

Comment

Representation ID: 11592

Received: 19/12/2025

Respondent: Layer de la Haye Parish Council

Where building developments are planned in Layer de la Haye, they are on The Folley which is a narrow road with bends and no pavements. Any new development should plan to have public footpaths to aid safe passage for pedestrians and horse riders - especially those going to the school with children

Comment

Representation ID: 11948

Received: 06/01/2026

Respondent: Layer de la Haye Parish Council

The public transport links to Layer de la Haye are extremely poor. An infrequent bus service makes it inaccessible for residents with increased needs. There must be a travel plan developed that supports the green agenda (less cars on the road, more footpaths, safer pedestrians, cycling and horse riding). Many roads in Layer de la Haye are narrow with bends in places and no footpath so pedestrians/cyclists/horse riders must regularly jump out of the way of vehicles travelling too fast and too close. Safety is reducing with the new housing already being built.