TLDR
Residents’ group calls for councillors to reconsider the location of a planned padel tennis facility in Lichfield due to parking and disruption issues. The proposed facility in Beacon Park could affect local residents and existing park visitors.
Key Elements
- Beacon Street Area Residents’ Association (BSARA) raises concerns about parking and disruption in the proposed location of the padel tennis facility.
- BSARA supports the idea of padel courts but believes an alternative location should be considered due to existing issues in the area.
- Residents use the grassland in Beacon Park frequently for picnics and other activities, making the proposed siting of the facility concerning.
- BSARA emphasizes the need for addressing current problems before introducing new developments in the area.
The Beacon Street Area Residents’ Association is advocating for a reevaluation of the planned padel tennis facility in Lichfield’s Beacon Park. They are concerned about parking congestion and disruption to local residents and park visitors. The group suggests that the proposed location may not be suitable due to existing issues, such as street parking problems on the Swinfen Broun housing estate and the limited capacity of the Shaw Lane car park.
BSARA acknowledges the potential benefits of the padel courts but believes that the current siting could negatively impact the community’s enjoyment of the park. They highlight the popularity of the grassland area proposed for development and emphasize the importance of maintaining this space for recreational activities.
The residents’ association stresses the need for addressing longstanding concerns before introducing new activity ventures in the district. They express willingness to support change and development but urge councils to prioritize solving major problems like street parking and event management before adding additional issues to the area.