It is the opinion of the local planning authority that the proposal fails to fully consider the large existing trees close to the development. Although the application is for outline planning permission it includes layout and that submitted shows proposed dwellings which would have small outside spaces under the canopies of these trees. This would lead to significantly reduced standards of amenity for potential occupiers in terms of useable outdoor space, leaf litter and losses of light. Additionally it would lead to pressure to prune or reduce these trees both to accommodate the development and from residents seeking to improve the poor quality amenity space associated with their dwelling. This would be harmful to the street scene by way of harm to mature trees that have amenity value. In these ways, the proposal would be contrary to policy CS2 of the Charnwood Local Plan (2011-2028) Core Strategy, Policy EV/1 of the Borough of Charnwood Local Plan, the relevant provisions of the National Planning Policy Framework and the adopted Supplementary Planning Document on Design (2020) which call for high quality development which protects and provides good standards of amenity and seeks to protect the character of the area. It is therefore concluded that the adverse impacts of granting planning permission would significantly and demonstrably outweigh the benefits. Consequently, the application of paragraph 11(d) of the NPPF does not indicate planning permission should be granted and the proposal does not represent sustainable development.