I am compelled to express my disapproval of the proposed Local Plan. The approach taken seems overly ambitious without adequately considering the diverse needs of our community. While I appreciate growth and development, it is extremely important that we maintain the character of our region and provide a sound quality of life for existing residents. The last thing we need is a plethora of generic housing developments that do not mirror our local identity or create meaningful community spaces. Additionally, the vague provisions on affordable housing leave me with great uncertainty as many locals are still struggling to find reasonable accommodations. There needs to be a clear and actionable commitment in the Local Plan to address these pressing housing needs directly.