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Comment

Representation ID: 25488

Received: 30/10/2017

Respondent: Mr Arwel Owen

We have consistently argued that affordable housing targets within the Ipswich administrative area have failed to reflect the viability of development. Whilst negotiations are ongoing and discussions not fully resolved, it is clear that the target level of affordable housing will not be achieved within the IGS, at least within initial phases. The Council's own monitoring indicates that targets have not been achieved, other than where the Council's own scheme have delivered 100% affordable housing. Our view remains that the Council's affordable housing targets remain unrealistic and should be set at a lower, achievable, level.