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Object

Representation ID: 25647

Received: 08/03/2019

Respondent: Grainger Plc

This policy follows a stepped approach. Whilst a stepped approach to the annual housing requirement is an acceptable approach outlined in the NPPF, we believe in the case of Ipswich this approach is not justified and does not meet the outcomes specified within the guidance (see representation for guidance extract). The Borough's housing requirement has not significantly changed between emerging and previous policies, in fact it has decreased by 10 dwellings per annum. Given the Borough's significant under-delivery of housing over previous years alongside its decrease in housing need, the proposal to step the annual housing requirement is not justified.