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Land South of Farnham Road, Odiham

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Aerial photograph showing the location of the site

Why are we here today?

Wates Developments would like to hear your views and comments on draft residential proposals for land south of Farnham Road, Odiham. This exhibition outlines draft proposals for a mix of 30-35 sensitively designed new family homes on this 2.57ha (6.36 acre) site.

Why do we need more homes?

• People are living longer, marrying

later and divorcing more.

• Nationally there is a need to

provide at least 200,000 new homes each year with significant demand for new homes in the South East Region which includes Hart District.

• The National Planning Policy

Framework (NPPF) confirms that there is a need to boost significantly the supply of housing and to deliver a wide choice of high quality homes.

• As part of the evidence base for

the emerging Hart Local Plan, the District Council has prepared a Strategic Housing Market

• Assessment. The current version

confirms that within Hart District there is a need to provide 370 new homes per year for the next 20 years (including a minimum of 72 affordable homes each year).

• As Odiham and North Warnborough

are together classified as a Secondary Local Service Centre they are considered to be a sustainable location for growth.

• Odiham falls outside the Thames

Basins Heath Special Protection Area (TBHSPA) which makes it less constrained than other parts of the

• District. This makes it a suitable

location to meet some of the development needs of the District.

• The provision of additional

homes will also help support local businesses and shops.

• The land to the south of Farnham

Road is well related to the existing settlement and ideally suited to accommodate new homes in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development. Your comments are important to the Wates’ team in order to bring forward well designed places where people want to live. Please take the time to view the exhibition, talk to members of the Wates’ team and fill in a comments form provided.

Welcome

High Street Farnham Road The Bury London Road Archery Fields King Street Church Street Palace Gate

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Who is Wates Developments?

Recent Wates’ development - Burgess Hill Recent Wates’ development - Haywards Heath Recent Wates’ development - Uckfield

Wates Developments is part of the Wates Group –a national construction and development business set up in the 1890s that remains family owned. Wates Developments specialises in residential planning and development throughout the south east of England. The importance of community and sustainable development runs deep within Wates. We see development as an opportunity to combine new homes with targeted investment in the future success of towns and villages. By engaging with local people, understanding their heritage, their aspirations and how they see the future of their environment, Wates Developments prepares proposals for new housing that match its own goals

• f community benefit, partnership and

positive legacy.

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Site and Surroundings

Site location plan

(including Charles Church development of land adjacent to Hatchwood Place coloured grey (planning ref: 13/02085/MAJOR) - Carlton Design Partnership)

• The site (as outlined in red) has the
• pportunity of providing 30-35 new

family homes with open space.

• It is located to the south east of

Odiham, adjacent to the existing housing to the north and west.

• An area of woodland in the western

part of the site and some mature trees

• n the southern boundary are the

subject of Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs). These trees would be retained and enhanced with additional planting and positive management as part of the development proposals.

• The eastern boundary of the site abuts

the grounds of a private residential property, Hatchwood House, which is a listed building. Beyond this to the east is open countryside.

Aerial photograph looking west

• A public footpath extends along the

eastern edge of the site from Farnham Road to the south-east corner of the site, linking with another public footpath which runs parallel with (and

• utside) the southern boundary of the

site which is formed by mature trees and a hedgerow.

• The public footpath within the site is to

be retained within a “green corridor” in the eastern part of the site, which will form one of the elements of the landscape and open space strategy for the proposed development.

• The site is sustainably located,

benefiting from easy access to Odiham’s local amenities along the High Street, as well as local schools and transport.

• The majority of traffic from the site

bound for the A287 and M3 should not pass along the High Street.

Site

High Street Farnham Road

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Planning Policy Context

Although Hart District Council’s recent Housing Land Supply paper (December 2014) indicates that there is currently more than 5 years’ supply, this does not prevent the development of new greenfield sites, especially where they represent a sustainable form of development. This approach is supported by the National Planning Policy Framework which confirms that there is a:

• need to boost significantly the

supply of housing;

• need to deliver a wide choice of

high quality homes;

• presumption in favour of

sustainable development.

PREVIOUSLY Hart District Council (HDC) had an adopted Local Plan which expired in 2006. This was expected to be superseded by a Replacement Local Plan, but this was found unsound by a Government Inspector. CURRENT Hart District Council published an Interim Housing Delivery Strategy in 2013. This confirms that approximately 83 units could be built in Odiham and North Warnborough, and indicates that development will be permitted outside of village boundaries if certain criteria are met. A Neighbourhood Plan is being prepared by the Parish Council. FUTURE Work on a Replacement Local Plan will continue. New Housing Options will be tested, including a New Settlement. The Local Plan is currently expected to be adopted in July 2016.

For the reasons set out in this exhibition, the proposed site is in a sustainable location on the edge of Odiham which is one of the larger villages in the district and outside the Thames Basin Heath Special Protection Area zone of influence. As such the proposed development accords with existing and emerging Planning Policy.

Recent Wates’ development - Cuckfield

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Existing Site Constraints

What are the Site Constraints?

• The northern part of the site is

visible from Farnham Road.

• The site surrounds Hatchwood

Cottage.

• The proposals need to consider

the setting of the adjacent listed building to the east - Hatchwood House.

• The proposals need to consider the

existing neighbouring properties to the west in Archery Fields.

• The western part of the site is

partly covered by woodland which is protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO).

• The site includes other trees and

hedgerows, some of which are also covered by TPOs and will be retained.

• The site slopes down over 7 metres

from the northern boundary to the south east.

• The need to maintain a view

corridor through eastern part of the site to the land to the south of the site.

• The site includes a public footpath

along its eastern boundary and another public footpath abuts the southern boundary, separated by a belt of mature trees and hedgerows.

• The south eastern boundary abuts

a Site of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINC).

Site constraints plan

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Odiham Character Study

What will the new houses look like?

• The proposals will be in keeping

with the character and appearance

• f the existing village context,

following studies of the village.

• The Village Design Statement

(2009) and Conservation Area Appraisal (2008) offer guidance

• n the design of new developments

and will be used to create proposals that are in keeping with the historic character of the village.

• Our own Character Study of

Odiham’s local vernacular will feed directly into our design specifics.

Examples of local materials and features that could be used on the proposed development

Odiham Village Design Statement cover (Odiham VDS Group, 2008) Odiham Conservation Area Townscape Appraisal map (Hart District Council, 2008)

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Design Proposals

The proposed layout provides for:

• A mix of 30 to 35 family dwellings.
• A range of sizes, from 1 bedroom to

4 bedroom homes.

• A play area.
• A new vehicular access from

Farnham Road.

• Parking to meet, or exceed, the

Council’s standards, which are:

Dwelling Size

• No. of Spaces

1 bed 1.75 2 bed 2.75 3 bed 3.5 4 bed 4

• New links with the existing

enhanced public footpaths alongside the eastern and southern boundaries of the site.

• Up to 40% (12-14 units) affordable

homes.

• The protection and positive

management of the existing woodland, TPO trees and hedgerows to improve amenity and biodiversity value.

• Landscape design incorporating

Sustainable Drainage Systems to manage and detain water on site.

Proposed sketch layout plan

Farnham Road

Existing woodland retained Woodland buffer SuDS strategy basin Pumping station Green corridor Natural play trail Existing public footpath Existing public footpath

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Design Proposals

The design principles are:

• Development is set back from

Farnham Road to protect the rural ‘gateway’ into the village.

• A ‘view corridor’ is protected down

the eastern side of the site.

• The houses will front onto the public

footpaths which will offer natural surveillance.

• A low density scheme of circa

approximately 13 dwellings per hectare (gross) or 27 dwellings per hectare (net).

• The development of the site would

“round-off” the built up area of Odiham.

• Accommodates car parking

discreetly.

• The layout responds to topography.
• All new homes a maximum 2 storeys

in height.

• Minimises the impact on the

amenity of neighbouring properties.

• Provides landscaped buffers with

woodland and southern boundary.

What type of application will we be submitting?

• We are preparing an outline

application, which will establish the principle of development on the site. This process will require us to set out the site’s parameters (including the maximum building heights; land use; landscape and

• pen space; access & vehicular

movement; pedestrian & cycle movement; and density).

Proposed sketch layout plan

Farnham Road

Existing woodland retained Woodland buffer SuDS strategy basin Pumping station Green corridor Natural play trail Existing public footpath Existing public footpath

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Transport

Is the site sustainably located?

Odiham has a good range of essential services such as food shops, post

• ffice, bank, pubs, church, doctors,

and dentists, as well as a primary and a secondary school to accommodate everyday needs. These are all within a comfortable walking distance of the site We are aware that the Fleet Buzz 30 service has stopped operating, but there is a bus stop approximately 12

• mins. walk away providing an hourly

service between Basingstoke - Hook

• Alton - Liphook. Winchfield railway

station is also a reasonable cycle distance away. If permitted, the development will be required to provide financial contributions towards local transport

• measures. We would welcome your

views on what improvements to walking, cycling and public transport this money could be used for.

What is the impact of new homes

• n local roads?

A detailed Transport Statement is currently being produced by our consultants and this will assess the traffic implications of the proposals. This will consider the capacity and safety of local junctions as well as the impact further afield. Due to the site’s location on the eastern side of Odiham, it is considered that the majority

• f car journeys from the proposed

development towards the A287 and M3 will not pass through the village. This work will be scrutinised by the County Council and the proposal will not be allowed to come forward if it has an unacceptable impact.

How could the site be accessed?

The internal road layout for the scheme would connect with a new access point onto Farnham Road. It is expected that the new access would pass to the west of Hatchwood

• Cottage. This access arrangement

has been assessed by an independent Safety Audit (and found to be acceptable) and is currently being evaluated by the County Council’s own design check process. It is likely that Hampshire County Council will want to adopt the roads in the site, although we may keep some private driveways serving a small number of homes. We understand there are concerns about traffic speeds on this part

• f Farnham Road. A transport

contribution is likely to be sought by Hampshire County Council and part

• f this money could go towards traffic

calming measures on Farnham Road, if it considers this is appropriate.

Local accessibility plan - iTransport

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Sustainability

How sustainable would the new homes be?

• All the dwellings would be built

in accordance with the District Council’s own guidance on Sustainable Construction and water efficiency.

• The Code for Sustainable Homes

is the Government’s method for measuring the sustainability performance of new residential

• development. All homes will achieve

Code Level 3, which is beyond the policy requirements of Hart District Council.

Is there capacity in the local utility network?

• A full utilities assessment has been

carried out. This demonstrated that there is existing capacity in the electricity, water, telephone and gas networks.

Does the site flood?

• The Environment Agency classifies

all of the site as being in the lowest possible risk of flooding (Flood Zone 1).

• A detailed Flood Risk Assessment

has also confirmed the site is protected from the 200 and 1000 year flood events by being

• n slightly raised ground. With

regards to surface water, a range

• f Sustainable Drainage Systems

(SuDS) will be used to detain and manage water on site. These features can also form part of an attractive landscaping plan and provide a new habitat for wildlife.

How will sewerage be dealt with?

• Foul drainage from the new housing

will be discharged into the existing public sewer network in Farnham Road.

• A proposed drainage impact

study will identify whether there is sufficient capacity. If not, appropriate off-site improvements will be carried out. The on-site network will include a pumping station.

Won’t there be pressure on existing local schools?

• Hampshire County Council has

advised that it is aware of the pressure for school places locally. It acknowledges that additional housing will contribute to this pressure and work is underway to assess the requirement for additional school places in the local

• area. At this stage it considers it is

likely that additional school places will be provided at local schools to meet the growing demand. The timing of these additional places has yet to be finalised but discussions with local schools are underway.

How about capacity at the Doctors’ Surgery?

• The NHS Choices website advises

that Odiham Health Centre is accepting new patients so it is expected that new residents will register there.

Recent Wates’ development - Uckfield

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Natural Environment

Won’t the new homes damage existing wildlife on site?

Habitat, reptile and bat surveys have been carried out to update existing ecological information for the site. These identify that the site comprises an arable field, bounded by species poor and defunct hedgerows and semi-mature tree belts/woodland. The majority of the site is of limited value to wildlife and is restricted to existing

• n-site hedgerows/planting belts and

woodland due to the current arable use and management. Habitats on site provide limited suitability to support:

• nesting birds;
• foraging badgers;
• small mammals, such as hedgehogs;
• occasional foraging bats; and
• reptiles along narrow field margins.

Enhancements to the existing habitats found on site could be incorporated within the proposals. These could include:

• long-term ecological woodland

management and enhancement strategy;

• creating refuges/hibernacula for

reptiles and small mammals;

• provision of bat and bird boxes;
• an appropriate landscape strategy

incorporating green routes through the site; and

• an appropriate lighting strategy

sensitive to new and existing features.

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Affordable Homes

What is Affordable Housing?

Affordable homes are provided for people who are unable to meet their housing needs in the local housing market because of the relationship between housing costs and household income.

What are we proposing in terms

• f Affordable Housing?

In accordance with Hart District Council’s policy up to 40% of the dwellings (12-14 units) will be affordable homes. The final mix, size and tenure of the affordable homes will be determined by the local authority. However there will also be a percentage of shared

• wnership properties.

Design

All homes will be designed to the same high standards. There will be no difference in the quality of designs or external materials whether they are private or affordable dwellings. All designs will be consistent with the local character assessment and these homes will be sensitively positioned within the proposed development.

Who qualifies for Affordable Homes?

It is generally people and their families who are employed locally and cannot afford to purchase a home in the market place to meet their needs because of the higher house prices that exist in the local area. Hart District Council will determine the criteria for occupation of the affordable units. People and their families with local connections will qualify for affordable housing.

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Benefits of Proposals

• Would bring forward much needed

family homes in a sustainable location.

• Additional housing in Odiham will

help contribute to the economic viability of the village supporting local businesses and shops.

• The provision of affordable homes.
• The housing will include homes for

first time buyers and downsizers.

• The proposals would retain the

public footpath in the site within an attractive green corridor and maintain links with the surrounding footpath network.

• Local on-site ecological

enhancements to benefit native wildlife and species including new planting, the retention and management of existing features.

• The use of locally indigenous

species in the landscape scheme to enhance biodiversity and reinforce local distinctiveness.

• Materials will be sourced locally

where practical to reduce transport impacts.

• All homes will achieve Code for

Sustainable Homes Level 3, which is beyond the policy requirements of Hart District Council.

• A wide range of sustainable

methods could be put into place to encourage environmentally friendly living such as water meters, recycling receptacles and efficient water-consuming white goods.

• The SuDS (Sustainable Drainage

System) approach to surface water drainage will increase flood protection by controlling run-off during severe storm events.

• Significant financial contributions

would be made towards improving local services and amenities.

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Thank you for attending the exhibition and viewing our draft proposals. Your feedback is very important to us and we welcome your comments which will be used to inform our proposals moving forward. We would be most grateful if you could fill in a Feedback & Comments Form provided or alternatively email your views to us at:

carolyn@genesistp.co.uk

• r telephone:

01243 534050

These exhibition boards, along with the feedback form, are available at:

www.genesistownplanning.co.uk

Our anticipated timetable is: Submit planning application Spring 2015 Application determined Late Summer 2015 If approved: Start on site during 2016 Build Homes during 2017 Thank you for your time – we do appreciate your contribution.

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