Land off Merryfield Road
About the Proposal
Kebbell Homes is working to bring forward proposals for a residential development at Land off Merryfield Road.
As part of our commitment to community engagement, we welcome the opportunity to inform local people of our proposals for the site and gather feedback which, where reasonably possible, will be used to further develop the plans.
The objective of our consultation exercise is to reflect the views of the community and stakeholders in our final proposals when a planning application is submitted.
Please take the opportunity to review the information presented as part of this public consultation and let us know your views. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to speak to us.
Site Location
The Site is located off Merryfield Road. It is situated within the defined settlement of Sheet and comprises a parcel of land which is adjoined by the residential development on all sides.
A SUSTAINABLE LOCATION
A LOGICAL INFILLING OPPORTUNITY
Proposed Development
The proposal comprises 9no. dwellings, including 3no. affordable dwellings; together with associated works.
The proposal has been developed following an initial site opportunities and constraints assessment. Thereafter, the proposal has evolved around a number of key principles.
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Ensuring that buildings and open spaces interrelate
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Maintaining suitable relationships to surrounding dwellings
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Creating opportunities for wildlife
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Responding to patterns of development, including the prevailing density and scale
This process and these principles have resulted in the following parameters being established.
LAYOUT & LANDSCAPING
MIX OF DWELLINGS
PARKING STRATEGY
BUILDING HEIGHTS
TENURE PLAN DIAGRAM
Design & Appearance
The architectural character of the proposal has been informed by similar existing properties in and around Petersfield. Each plot is slightly varied in terms of roof forms, porches, dormers, bays and materials (from a select palette). This helps to integrate the scheme into its surroundings as well as define key gateways and focal points within the site, ensuring there is enough variation and interest across the site while still in keeping with the architectural style of the area.
PLOTS 8 & 9
The scale, height and mass of the proposed dwellings has been carefully considered to ensure that the development integrates successfully and sympathetically into its setting. The existing landscaping and trees to the northern and eastern boundary of the site, as well as the central open green area, has been retained to provide new and existing residents with privacy and connections to a wider landscape setting.
PLOTS 7 & 8
PLOTS 2 - 7
Development Benefits
LANDSCAPE PROTECTION
National planning policy, in the form of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), gives National Parks the highest level of landscape protection. It states that great weight should be given to conserving their landscape and scenic beauty. However, the NPPF also places significant emphasis on delivering housing. Making efficient use of Infilling opportunities within settlements ensures that much needed housing is delivered whilst avoiding any encroachment into more rural and visually sensitive parts of the South Downs National Park.
ECOLOGICAL ENHANCEMENTS
The applicant has commissioned extensive ecological assessments of the site. This ensures that the development is brought forward in a way that does not detrimentally impact on protected species, whilst also defining the baseline ecological conditions of the site. Having defined the baseline position, a Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) Assessment has been undertaken to establish the level of enhancements that is necessary to achieve a net gain. A ‘net gain’ in this context means that development will leave the natural environment in a measurably better position than before development takes place. This is achieved through a combination of on site and off site mitigation measures which are reflected in the landscape proposals for the site.
Calculations have shown that the current proposals are estimated to result in a Biodiversity Net Loss. Therefore, to achieve the required levels of BNG, financial contributions to an offsite provider will be provided to ensure the scheme results in the requisite levels of BNG.
INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS
The proposed development will also generate a significant CIL contribution of circa £257,200 based on a charge of £200 per square metre. The CIL collected by the SDNPA can be used to fund a wide range of infrastructure, including transport, flood defenses, schools, play areas, parks, cultural and sports facilities.
In areas where development has taken place, Parish / Town Councils will also receive a direct CIL payment known as the ‘Neighbourhood Portion’. The CIL Regulations allow this money to be used for projects that are a priority at this local level.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING DELIVERY
The Council’s adopted affordable housing policy confirms that the National Park has significant affordability challenges. House prices within the National Park are significantly higher than in the wider sub-region, with the average sold house price being 14 times the average salary (compared to around eight times average salary across England and Wales as a whole). The result is that more people and families are struggling to access housing, and younger people in particular are discouraged from remaining or settling in the area. The proposed development will provide 3 affordable housing units to address this need alongside the other open market family housing, which provides opportunities for upsizing and making smaller housing stock in the area available for first-time buyers and those on lower incomes.
Construction Management
Kebbell Homes takes its responsibilities seriously during the construction phase and aims to minimise impacts on existing residents where possible.
Subject to planning permission and in advance of any construction works taking place, a Construction Management Plan (CMP) will be developed in liaison with the Local Authority in order to mitigate any potential impacts, such as on noise or traffic, once construction is underway.
The Construction Management Plan will include detailed information on a number of areas including:
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Methods of construction
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Timing and phasing of the construction process
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Details of enabling works, civil works and services
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Site access and security
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Construction vehicle movements
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Details of anticipated impacts of the construction process
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Details of mitigation measures to be utilised to minimise disruption
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Waste management and disposal
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Site working hours
The timing and routing for construction traffic will be carefully considered with the planning and highway authorities to ensure minimal disruption to the local road network and highway safety.
Feedback & Next Steps
Public consultation on emerging proposals
Review of consultation feedback and further evolution of proposals
Submission of planning application to South Downs National Park
Anticipated determination of planning application
Anticipated commencement of development (subject to planning permission)
How to submit feedback
We want to know what you think about our emerging proposals. Please take the opportunity to review the information presented as part of this public consultation and let us know any thoughts or comments.
By email: nova@novaplanning.co.uk
By feedback form below:
Get to know us
Kebbell Homes is an independent, privately owned housebuilder, committed to delivering considered homes of exceptional quality across the region. Each site is developed independently through a bespoke design approach, informed by the context, location and character of the local area.
Discover more about Kebbell at: www.kebbell.co.uk
