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Dear SirMadam Please find attached four representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University to thecurrent Site Allocations Plan consultation Each representation is comprised of the completed form an explanatory letter and plan indicatingproposed amendments Should you have any queries or wish to discuss the representations then please contact me onthe number below Kind regards Hamish Robertshaw MRTPIAssociate Director Planning ndash Leeds Direct Mobile
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Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_10Site Allocations Plan
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University ownership Retained treesProposed housing site Prospective use of pitchesland by school
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_10Site Allocations Plan
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University ownership Retained treesProposed housing site Prospective use of pitchesland by school
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_10Site Allocations Plan
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University ownership Retained treesProposed housing site Prospective use of pitchesland by school
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_10Site Allocations Plan
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University ownership Retained treesProposed housing site Prospective use of pitchesland by school
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_10Site Allocations Plan
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University ownership Retained treesProposed housing site Prospective use of pitchesland by school
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_10Site Allocations Plan
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University ownership Retained treesProposed housing site Prospective use of pitchesland by school
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_10Site Allocations Plan
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University ownership Retained treesProposed housing site Prospective use of pitchesland by school
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_10Site Allocations Plan
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University ownership Retained treesProposed housing site Prospective use of pitchesland by school
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_10Site Allocations Plan
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University ownership Retained treesProposed housing site Prospective use of pitchesland by school
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_10Site Allocations Plan
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University ownership Retained treesProposed housing site Prospective use of pitchesland by school
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_10Site Allocations Plan
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Leeds Beckett University ownership Retained treesProposed housing site Prospective use of pitchesland by school
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
HG2-
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_11Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Housing Allocation at Bedquilts Recreation Ground (LB_1)
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct +
Mobile +
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
B
A
CD
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_12Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Green Space at Headingley Campus (LB_2)
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct +
Mobile +
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
B
A
CD
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_12Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Green Space at Headingley Campus (LB_2)
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct +
Mobile +
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
B
A
CD
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_12Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Green Space at Headingley Campus (LB_2)
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct +
Mobile +
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
B
A
CD
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_12Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Green Space at Headingley Campus (LB_2)
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct +
Mobile +
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
B
A
CD
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_12Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Green Space at Headingley Campus (LB_2)
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
B
A
CD
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_12Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Green Space at Headingley Campus (LB_2)
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
B
A
CD
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_12Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Green Space at Headingley Campus (LB_2)
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
B
A
CD
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_12Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Green Space at Headingley Campus (LB_2)
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
B
A
CD
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_12Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Green Space at Headingley Campus (LB_2)
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
B
A
CD
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_12Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Green Space at Headingley Campus (LB_2)
B
A
CD
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_12Site Allocations Plan ndash North Leeds Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Green Space at Headingley Campus (LB_2)
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
This information must be completed
Part 1 - Your details
Please use a separate response form for each site part of the Plan(s) you wish to comment on
Part 2 - What comment do you wish to make
At this stage before the Plan is sent to the Secretary of State for Public Examination we are asking for your views about the lsquosoundnessrsquo of the plan An independent Inspector will examine the plan against the lsquotests of soundnessrsquo (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
Part 3 - Is the Plan sound
Agent details Only complete if you are an agentPersonal details Client details
Title
First name
Last name
Job title(where relevant)
Organisation(where relevant)
Address
Post code
PhoneMobile
Email (Wersquod prefer to contact you by e-mail)
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 a - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
21 Which Plan do your comments relate to
Leeds Site Allocations Plan Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
22 Which section of the Plan do your comments relate to
a A specific sitedesignation in the Plan Site reference from the document or Map (eg HG2-1 (3026))
Do you agree with the proposed use of this site Yes No
Please tick all the themes you wish to comment on
EcologyLandscapeTree(s) Local servicesfacilities Schools
ConservationHeritage Loss of Greenbelt
Highwaystransport Site Boundary (please submit a revised boundary)
Other (please specify)
31 Do you consider the plan to be sound
Yes (go to Q33) No (go to Q32)
32 Which test of soundness are your comments about (You must select at least one option)
Positively Prepared Effective
Justified Consistency with National Policy
33 Please set out why you think the Plan is sound unsound Your comments should briefly cover all the evidence and supporting information necessary to support or justify your view It helps us if you can use subheadings to deal with specific issues Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to There may not be another opportunity to make further comments before the plan is sent to examination
b Another part of the Plan
Title of document (eg Publication Plan background paper sustainability appraisal)
Policy Ref (eg ndash RTC1) Paragraph Number
Diagram Inset Map Other IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 b - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
c A site previously considered and not allocated in the plan (See Housing amp Employment Background Paper)
Reference No (eg SHLAA ref)
Address IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 c - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
d A new site which has not been considered Please attach a site plan
Address
IF YOU HAVE COMPLETED 22 d - PLEASE GO STRAIGHT TO PART 3
34 Please set out what change(s) you consider necessary to make the Plan sound You will need to say why this change will make the Plan It helps us if you can be precise as possible and providing any suggested revised wording Please continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Your city Your plan
Working with you to find the best locations for new homes jobs greenspace and retail
Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
Data Protection
The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
Please sign and date this form
Signature Date
Thank you for taking the time to give your comments on the Leeds Site Allocations Plan andor Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
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Leeds Site Allocations Plan and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plan
Publication Draft
Response form22nd September to 16th November 2015
These Plans are now at Publication stage and this is your chance to comment on them before they are examined by a Planning Inspector We would like to hear your views on the Soundness and Legal Compliance of the Plans
Any terms wersquove underlined are explained in the guidance notes Please read these before completing this form Interactive versions of the maps and this form can be found at wwwleedsgovukyourcity
How to find out more about and comment on the two Plans
bull The easiest way to take part is online atwwwleedsgovukyourcity where you will find a link to the interactive site maps and consultation material
bull At your local Library One Stop Centreor Leeds City Council Leonardo Buildingreception in the city centre
bull You can also return completed responseforms toSite Allocations sapleedsgovukAire Valley Leeds AAP avlaapleedsgovukor via post toLDF Publication Draft ConsultationForward Planning amp ImplementationThe Leonardo Building2 Rossington StreetLeeds LS2 8HD
Should you need help please phone us on (0113) 247 8092
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The council is required by law to publish the comments you send us about the Plans including your name and postal address Your comments will be made available for the public to read in council offices and online Your telephone number email address and signature will not be published In addition the council is required to provide all information submitted to us including all personal information to the Planning Inspectorate and their designated Programme Officer as part of the public examination of the Site Allocations and Aire Valley Leeds Area Action Plans The Planning Inspectorate may use your personal information to contact you during the public examination process All data provided to the Planning Inspectorate and their programme officer will be shared in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Please note that we cannot provide anonymity or accept comments marked lsquoprivatersquo or lsquoconfidentialrsquo Comments that include offensive racist discriminatory threatening and other non-relevant statements will be destroyedR
ef
(For
Offi
cial
Use
Onl
y)
We need to receive your comments by 5pm 16th November 2015
43 Please give details of why you consider the Plan isor is not legally compliant Please try to be as precise as possible using headings to break up your comments and continue on a separate sheet if you need to
Please give evidence in support of the comment you gave in Part 2
Part 4 - Is the Plan legally compliant
41 Do you consider the Plan to be legally compliant
Yes No Donrsquot Know (Please read the guidance notes on how to complete this section)
42 Which part of legal compliance is your comment about
Local Development Scheme Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004
Statement of Community Involvement Sustainability Appraisal Report
Consultation of appropriate Statutory Bodies Town amp Country Planning (Local Planning) Regulations
Duty to Cooperate
Part 5 - Take part in the public examination
51 Your comments will be taken into account by the Planning Inspector Would you like to take part in the forthcoming Public Examination
Yes No
NB The Planning Inspector will decide the best way to hear from those who wish to take part in the examination
Part 6 - Future updates
61 Would you like to be notified of any of the following (Please tick as appropriate)
The Submission of the Plan(s) for Public Examination
The Adoption of the Plan(s)
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If you would like to make another comment on another site or different part of the Plan (s) please use a separate response form
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
St Paulrsquos House
23 Park Square South
Leeds LS1 2ND
Tel
Fax
cushmanwakefieldcom
LDF Publication Draft Consultation
Forward Planning amp Implementation
The Leonardo Building
2 Rossington Street
Leeds
LS2 8HD
Direct
Mobile
Your Ref
Our Ref 1516YU00
By email only 16 November 2015
Dear Sirs
Site Allocations Plan Publication Draft
Representations submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University
This representation is submitted on behalf of Leeds Beckett University and relates in particular to the
indicated allocations of its landpremises in the publication draft Site Allocations Plan Please find
enclosed four representation forms and associated plans
Context
Leeds Beckett is a modern professional university which employs around 2900 staff and serves more
than 28000 students from almost 100 countries around the world The university provides a full range
of under-graduate and post-graduate academic courses sport and well-being facilities student support
and employability services
The university contributes an estimated pound477 million to the economy every year and is proud to be the
only university in the UK to hold both the Customer Service Excellence award and the Investors in
People Gold standard Leeds Beckett has active partnerships with businesses sports and arts
institutions and third-sector organisations within Leeds and beyond The university operates with a
strong ethos of sustainability and social responsibility across its academic commercial and
development activities
Leeds Beckett provides its courses and services from a portfolio of sites and properties across the city
Its primary campuses are the City Campus at Woodhouse Lane in the city centre and the Headingley
Campus located off Otley Road in Headingley The university also owns or occupies teaching
accommodation at Headingley Stadium Broadcasting Place Queen Square Queen Square Court
Cloth Hall Court the Electric Press Quarry Hill (Northern Ballet Yorkshire Dance) Kirkstall Road
(Prime Studios Blueberry Hill Studios) residential accommodation at Kirkstall Brewery Sugarwell
Court and Woodhouse Lane and playing fields in Headingley and Adel
The higher education sector is highly competitive with any universityrsquos ability to provide courses and
services dictated by its ability to attract students It is imperative therefore that Leeds Beckett University
presents an attractive proposition to domestic and international students in terms of the quality of
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
2
teaching quality and location of accommodation and facilities and an overall student experience
Student choice however is influenced by factors beyond the university alone including primarily the
perception of the wider city environment and opportunities
Leeds Beckett University therefore has a highly significant physical cultural and socio-economic
presence within Leeds The university actively engages with Leeds City Council through its board of
governors engaging with Councillors and senior officers and its staff with officers of the Council as
appropriate The university values this relationship and considers the participation in the preparation of
Local Plans to steer the future development of the city and the universityrsquos premises as an important
part of this
There is a symbiotic relationship between the university and city whereby the university contributes to
the cityrsquos education research and economy and the city contributes to the university in the attraction of
students and facilitation of development There is therefore a mutual benefit to both parties of forming a
planning policy framework which promotes the beneficial development of the city and facilitates the
effective and efficient operation and development of the universityrsquos estate
Development Strategy Relevant to Publication Draft Site Allocations Plan
Leeds Beckett University owns and maintains land at Adel sitting within and known as Bedquilts
playing fields as outlined on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 These pitches are not well
located in relation to the university estate or student residential areas and are not subject of any
meaningful demand Despite its area of approximately 10 ha this site is capable of accommodating
only two serviceable playing pitches for the majority of the year given the ground conditions and
drainage limitations The facility is therefore inefficient and unsustainable to use and maintain in its
current state and may be surplus to requirements if the universityrsquos strategy for alternative enhanced
pitch provision is realised In this case the university would seek to dispose of surplus land
The university is committed to investing in its sports and pitch provision at the Headingley Campus and
potentially in the substantial improvement and increase in pitch numberscapacity at playing fields in
this locality (which is subject of separate on-going discussion with Leeds City Council) Leeds Beckett
is committed to enhancing its sports facilities provision and reputation as a leading provider of sports
related courses as well as opening its facilities to local people community groups and teams
Should alternative pitch provision and enhancement not be achievable according to the universityrsquos
preferred strategy then it may need to seek to redevelop the pitches at Bedquilts to meet its
requirement In order to develop a viable proposition whereby the benefit to the university is sufficient
to off-set the substantial cost of ground and drainage works the development would be likely to
constitute the introduction of all-weather pitches (with associated fencing and lighting) additional
changing rooms and a pavilion
Irrespective of the possible sports facility development the location will still remain inefficient for student
use and the university recognises the planning challenges in developing a fit-for-purpose sports pitch
facility in this location Hence the preferred strategy is to develop and enhance pitches at and close to
the Headingley Campus
In considering disposal of surplus land at Adel the university has no requirement to seek its
development for alternative uses (in whole or in part) However should an element of the surplus land
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
3
be allowed to be developed this would generate revenues for investment in the alternative additional or
enhanced provision of sports andor education facilities in preferable locations within or close to the
university estate
Leeds Beckett University recognises the challenge that the City Council faces in identifying sufficient
land for housing development to meet the requisite number of dwellings over the plan period and is
aware that in many locations this will require green field development and certain amendments to the
boundary of the Green Belt The university recognises that this is often locally and politically sensitive
Whilst the universityrsquos strategy was not sufficiently developed to allow the land at Bedquilts to be put
forward in the SHLAA or earlier consultation stages of the Site Allocations Plan the site may now be
considered for potential residential development (in part) to give the Council the broadest pool from
which to assess and identify housing development sites
Prospective Bedquilts Housing Development Site (Representation LB_1)
The enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10 indicates the universityrsquos current land ownership the entirety
of which will be surplus to the universityrsquos requirements (blue line) if the universityrsquos preferred strategy
to provide alternative additional and enhance pitches in preferable locations is achieved
An area within this which is suggested to be appropriate for housing allocation is outline in red with
areas of trees anticipated to be retained shaded green At approximately 35 ha this may be expected
to accommodate up to approximately 70 dwellings taking into account the area of retained trees and the
low density housing which characterises this area The dashed yellow indicates an area of land which
may be available for education use (school playing field) in the event that housing is allowed
This part of the site is accessible via the existing access route which serves the universityrsquos car park or
potentially via a new access to Adel Lane slightly further north Housing development in this location
would form a natural extension to the existing housing area to the north (Sadler Way)
Whilst the majority of the site is greenfield land development of the area indicated would constitute
part-greenfield and part-brownfield given the incorporation of the car park The site benefits from
mature trees which form an important landscape feature and boundary with Adel Lane Any
development proposals would be expected to retain all trees where feasible and limit any tree removal
to the absolute minimum essential to serve the development (ie to allow creation of a new access)
Adel is an attractive residential area where significant interest and value in housing development would
be anticipated without significant concern regarding development cost and viability Subject to further
detailed assessment it is not anticipated that there would be any constraint on the delivery of a
proportion of affordable housing through such development
The location is considered to be sustainable insofar as it is accessible to a range of schools shops
services and employment opportunities in the immediate area and via good public transport links within
Leeds
Furthermore should housing be allowed on part of the universityrsquos land as proposed then it is possible
that the east part of the remaining land (as outlined yellow dashes on plan ref Leeds_Beckett_10) may
contribute to the expansion of school playing field provision and thereby facilitate the physical extension
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
4
of the adjacent primary school within its plot This would be intended to off-set the impact of housing
development on school place provision
Subject to further detailed investigation there are no known environmental technical or legal
constraints to the development of this land
Development of the scale anticipated in this location is not considered to compromise the overall extent
of the Green Belt or its ability to serve purposes of Green Belt as defined by national policy It is also
not considered to substantially diminish the function of the wider Bedquilts area to provide an open area
for access recreationamenity and wildlife
We recognise that representations at this stage are sought in relation to the soundness and legal
compliance of the draft plan In this case the plan is not considered to be sound as it is not justified
insofar as it has not considered the prospective contribution that this site can make to satisfying the
identified housing need in a sustainable manner
For the plan to be considered sound this site should be assessed for its suitability to deliver
housing and subject to those findings be identified as a housing allocation This would require
redesignation from Green Belt Green Space as shown on the attached plan extract ref
Leeds_Beckett_11 As the site may contribute up to approximately 70 dwellings this should be
reflected in policy HG2 (housing allocations) and its supporting text including that with section 3
for North Leeds
Headingley Campus (Representation LB_2)
Leeds Beckett Universityrsquos Headingley Campus comprises teaching and residential accommodation
indoor and outdoor sports facilities all set within a mature parkland environment The draft north area
map includes the designation of all non-built parts of the campus as Green Space The university is
engaged in an on-going dialogue with city council officers and member and the local community
regarding the continued development of facilities at Headingley Campus to meet the universityrsquos
requirements and ambition in a manner appropriate to the heritage and setting of the campus
The extent of the Green Space indicated by the draft plan includes parts of the site which are either
fundamentally not Green Space or form part of wider prospective development areas The draft plan is
therefore considered to be unsound in this regard as the extent of Green Space is not justified
To make the plan sound the extent of the Green Space designated should be reduced as indicated
on the enclosed plan ref Leeds_Beckett_12 and described below
A Location of former small football pitch and adjacent area of grasstrees to the west identified for
additional sports hall development forming an extension to that located immediately east
B Area of grass located immediately northeast of the athletics track and bounded by an existing
car park and buildings which along with the car park is identified for additional sports related
development
C Car park and ancillary buildings south of the all-weather hockey pitch and grass football pitch
which does not constitute or function as Green Space
D Land comprising outdoor tennis courts and a grass football pitch with surrounding grasstrees
which is identified as a potential future development area
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
5
City Centre Sites
The representation of housing and mixed-use development on university sites on the city centre map is
considered to be inaccurate and should be refined as follows
HG1-435 and HG1-436 (Representation LB_3)
Identified housing sites ref HG1-435 and HG1-436 currently extend across the full area of the
universityrsquos city campus The on-going developments which these designations relate to however are
in reality limited to approximately half of the indicated area to the west part
To make the plan sound the designation should therefore be amended to cover this west half
alone and be removed from the east part which constitutes the universityrsquos operational estate and a
prospective further development area as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
MX1-5 (Representation LB_4)
Similar to the above identified mixed use site MX1-5 extends across the whole of the universityrsquos ldquoRose
Bowlrdquo site including the existing campus building to the southwest and the surface car park
development site to the northeast As the designation relates only to the northeast part to make the
plan sound the designated area should be amended to cover the northeast part only and be
removed from the southwest part as shown on the attached plan extract ref Leeds_Beckett_13
With respect to this designation the site is considered to have capacity for a greater quantum of
development than that indicated of 50 residential units and 4000sqm of office accommodation As the
ultimate quantum of housing and employment development which may be achieved will depend upon
the relative mix of uses within any development proposal to come forward it is not possible to be
prescriptive in this regard Furthermore potential does remain for the site to be developed for
education andor higher density student accommodation as well as or instead of residential units and
office space The overall development may therefore be anticipated to accommodate up to 105
residential units or 420 student bedspaces andor up to 6000 sqm of office or academic space
The plan is considered to be unsound in this regard on the basis that the indicated development
quantum and mix is not justified to represent the optimum sustainable development for the site For the
plan to be considered sound Section 3 of the Plan for the City Centre should be amended to
reflect the greater capacity of this site whilst making reference to its potential for other
additional alternative uses as part of the mixed use development namely education andor student
accommodation
I trust that the comments made in this letter and the enclosed forms and plans are of assistance in
refining and finalising the publication draft Site Allocations Plan for examination Should you have any
immediate queries or wish to discuss then please contact me on the number above
I would otherwise be grateful to receive confirmation of your receipt of this submission and to be notified
of the forthcoming stages of consultation and examination
Leeds Beckett University looks forward to continuing to engage with Leeds City Council through the
preparation of the Site Allocations Plan and in the on-going development projects across the
universityrsquos estate
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
6
Yours faithfully
Hamish Robertshaw
Associate Director - Planning
Enc
PS My client would be grateful if any references to ldquoLeeds Metropolitan Universityrdquo (or similar) are
replaced by ldquoLeeds Beckett Universityrdquo within any documents or maps
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
Leeds Beckett University Plan Ref Leeds Beckett_13Site Allocations Plan ndash City Centre Map Extract
Proposed Amendment to Housing and Mixed-Use Allocations at the City Campus (LB_3) and Rose Bowl (LB_4)
As drafted As proposed
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
interference interception corruption or unauthorised access
Any views or opinions presented in this email or its attachments are solely those of the author and do notnecessarily represent those of the company
