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Application for Outline Planning Permission with all matters reserved.Town and Country Planning Act 1990

lication of applications on planning authority websites.se note that the information provided on this application form and in supporting documents may be published on the Authoritys website.u require any further clarification, please contact the Authoritys planning department .

Applicant Name, Address and Contact Details

e: First name: Surname:

mpany name Warlands Partnership

eet address: c/o agent

wn/City

unty:

untry: United Kingdom

stcode:

e you an agent acting on behalf of the applicant? NoYes

CountryCode

NationalNumber

ExteNum

Mobile number:

Telephone number:

Fax number:

Email address:

Agent Name, Address and Contact Details

e: Ms First Name: Siofra Surname: Boyd

mpany name: Nicholas Taylor and Associates

eet address: 128 Southwark Street

wn/City London

unty: London

untry:

stcode: SE1 0SW

CountryCode

ExtenNumb

02079288955

NationalNumber

02079288506

[email protected]

Mobile number:

Telephone number:

Fax number:

Email address:

Description of the Proposal

ase describe the proposal:

nstruction of 24 dwellings (10 x bungalows, 12 x 2 storey houses and 2 x flats) to meet local needs

s the building or works already been carried out? NoYes


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Site Address Details

script ion of location or a grid referenceust be completed if postcode is not known):

l postal address of the site (including full postcode where available)

use: Suffix:

use name:

eet address: Warlands

wn/City: Shalfleet

unty: Isle of Wight

stcode: PO30 4PR

sting: 440889

rthing: 89240

Description:

Assessment of Flood Risk

he site within an area at risk of flooding? (Refer to t he Environment Agency's Flood Map showingod zones 2 and 3 and consult Environment Agency standing advice and your local planning authorityquirements for information as necessary.) NoYes

Yes, you will need to submit an appropriate flood risk assessment to consider the risk to t he proposed site.

your proposal within 20 metres of a watercourse (e.g. river, stream or beck)? NoYes

ll t he proposal increase the f lood risk elsewhere? NoYes

w will surface water be disposed of?

Sustainable drainage system

Existing watercourseSoakaway

Main sewer Pond/lake

Pre-application Advice

s assistance or prior advice been sought from the local authority about this application? NoYes

Yes, please complete the following information about the advice you were given (this wil l help the authority to deal with t his application more efficiently):

ficer name:

e: Mr First name: Stephen Surname: Wiltshire

erence: Warlands, Shalfleet

e (DD/MM/YYYY): 11/03/2014 (Must be pre-application submission)

tails of the pre-application advice received:

e-application advice letter included in Appendix 1 of Design and Access Statement & Planning Statement

Authority Employee/Member

th respect to the Authority, I am:(a) a member of staff(b) an elected member(c) related to a member of staff(d) related to an elected member

Do any of these statements apply to you? NoYes

Site Area

hectares01.40hat is the site area?

Residential Units

es your proposal include the gain or loss of residential units? NoYes


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Residential Units (continued)

arket Housing - Proposed

Number of bedrooms

1 2 3 4+ Unknown

ouses 3 3

ats/Maisonettes

ve-Work units

uster flats

heltered housing

edsit/Studios

nknown

oposed Market Housing Total 6

Market Housing - Existing

Number of bedrooms

1 2 3 4+ Unkn

Houses

Flats/Maisonettes

Live-Work units

Cluster flats

Sheltered housing

Bedsit/Studios

Unknown

Existing Market Housing Total 0

cial Rented Housing - Proposed

Number of bedrooms

1 2 3 4+ Unknown

ouses 3 5

ats/Maisonettes 1 1

ve-Work units

uster flats

heltered housing

edsit/Studios

nknown

oposed Social Rented Housing Total 10

Social Rented Housing - Existing

Number of bedrooms

1 2 3 4+ Unkn

Houses

Flats/Maisonettes

Live-Work units

Cluster flats

Sheltered housing

Bedsit/Studios

Unknown

Existing Social Rented Housing Total 0

termediate Housing - Proposed

Number of bedrooms

1 2 3 4+ Unknown

ouses 3 5

ats/Maisonettes

ve-Work units

uster flats

heltered housing

edsit/Studios

nknown

oposed Intermediate Housing Total 8

Intermediate Housing - Existing

Number of bedrooms

1 2 3 4+ Unkn

Houses

Flats/Maisonettes

Live-Work units

Cluster flats

Sheltered housing

Bedsit/Studios

Unknown

Existing Intermediate Housing Total 0

verall Residential Unit Totals

Total proposed residential units 24

Total existing residential units 0

All Types of Development: Non-residential Floorspace

es your proposal involve the loss, gain or change of use of non-residential f loorspace? NoYes Unknown

. Employment

nown, please complete the following information regarding employees:

Full-time Part-time Equivalent number of full-time

Existing employees 0 0 0

Proposed employees 0 0 0

. Hours of Opening


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. Industrial or Commercial Processes and Machinery

ase describe the activi ties and processes which would be carried out on the site and the end products including plant, ventilation or air condit ioning. Please include of machinery which may be installed on site:

A

he proposal for a waste management development? NoYes

. Existing Use

ease describe the current use of the site:

plication site forms part of an arable field

he site currently vacant? NoYes

Yes, please describe the last use of the site:

able field

en did this use end (if known) (DD/MM/ YYYY)?

es the proposal involve any of the following?es, you will need to submit an appropriate contamination assessment wi th your application.

nd which is known to be contaminated? NoYes

nd where contamination is suspected for all or part of the site? NoYes

proposed use that would be particularly vulnerable to the presence of contamination? NoYes

. Site Visit

n the site be seen from a public road, public footpath, bridleway or other public land? NoYes

he planning authority needs to make an appointment to carry out a site visit, whom should they contact? (Please select only one)

The applicantThe agent Other person

. Certificates (Certificate A)

Certificate of Ownership - Certificate ATown and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2010 Certificate under Article 12

erti fy/The applicant certifies that on t he day 21 days before the date of this application nobody except myself/the applicant was the owner (owner is a person w ith aehold int erest or leasehold interest wit h at least 7 years left to ru n)of any part of the land to which the application relates, and that none of the land to which the appliates is, or is part of, an agricultural holding (agricultural holding ha s the meaning g iven by reference to t he defini tion of ag ricultural tenant in section 65(8) of the Act)

son role: Agent

e: Ms First name: Siofra Surname: Boyd

Declaration date: 23/ 04/ 2014 Declaration made

. Declaration

e hereby apply for planning permission/consent as described in this form and the accompanying plans/drawings andditional information. I/we confirm that, to the best of my/our knowledge, any facts stated are true and accurate and anynions given are the genuine opinions of the person(s) giving them. Date 23/04/2014


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WARLANDS, SHALFLEET, ISLE OF WIGHT

DEVELOPMENT OF 24 LOCAL NEEDS DWELLINGS

PLANNING STATEMENT

DESIGN AND ACCESS STATEMENT

Prepared By

Planning Consultants

Nicholas Taylor and Associates

128 Southwark Street

London

SE1 0SW

Tel: 020 7928 8955

Fax: 020 7928 8506

Email: [email protected]

APRIL 2014

OUR REF: 477


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CONTENTS

PAGE NO.

1.0

INTRODUCTION 3

2.0

SITE AND SURROUNDINGS 4

3.0

PLANNING POLICY 6

4.0

ECOLOGY 8

5.0

JUSTIFICATION OF HOUSING NEED 9

6.0

SEQUENTIAL TEST 14

7.0

THE DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS INCLUDING DESIGN AND ACCESS 17

8.0

CONCLUSION 21

APPENDICIES

1.0

PRE-APPLICATION RESPONSE FROM STEPHEN WILTSHIRE 22


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1.0

INTRODUCTION

1.1 The application seeks outline planning permission, with all matters reserved, for the erection of

24 local needs dwellings at Warlands, Shalfleet.

1.2 This statement accompanies the outline planning application and covers the following matters:

A description of the site and its surroundings

Relevant planning policies

An assessment of housing need

The development

The design and access principles which inform the development


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2.0 THE SITE AND SURROUNDINGS

2.1 The application site forms part of an arable field to the west of the village of Shalfleet. To the

north, east and part of the western boundary the field is bounded by mature hedgerows. The

southern and remainder of the western boundary are not currently defined by physicalboundaries other than Pondclose Copse, an ancient woodland.

2.2 The Island Plan Core Strategy identifies the site as being outside the settlement boundaries

around defined settlements, and thus falls within the Wider Rural Area. Shalfleet is not

identified as a Rural Service Centre, thus has no defined settlement boundary.

2.3 The site lies at an altitude of, on average 21.00m AOD and slopes downwards from South to

North. The land is farmed in accordance with modern farming techniques involving a three year

rotation of crops and the use of fertilizers and the application of chemicals to control weeds and

pests. The land is currently sown with winter wheat.

2.4 A public footpath, No. S14, runs North-South along the East side of the site. Beyond the

footpath to the East is Fleet Way a cul-de-sac of residential properties constructed from the

1980s onwards. The size and architectural style of properties vary within Fleet Way. Properties

are mixture of terraced, semi-detached and detached dwellings varying in height from

bungalows to two storey dwellings with accommodation in the roofspace.

2.5 Although lacking in a uniform architectural style, the properties in Fleet Way are generally of

traditional appearance and composed of bricks which provide some design consistency. The

estate is generally open in character; achieved through the minimal front boundary enclosures

and public open space located towards the estatesentrance.

2.6 To the north of the site lies the A3054 classified road providing access to Newport to the East

and Yarmouth to the West. To the South of the site the field is also accessed via Warlands Lane

which leads into Shalfleet village or to Ningwood to the West.

2.7 The application site is located within Shalfleet Parish which is a large rural parish in the north

west of the Isle of Wight covering some 20 square kilometres. It is bounded on the north by the

Solent, to the west by the communities of Yarmouth and Thorley Parish, to the east by

Calbourne Parish and to the south by Brightstone Parish and the Downs.


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2.8 In terms of local amenities Shalfleet currently has a primary school, church, village hall, two

public houses and a post office housed within one of the two village shops. All of which are

dependent upon a generationally balanced population for their continued existence.


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3.0 PLANNING POLICY

NATIONAL LEVEL

3.1 National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) sets out the Governments planning policies for

England and how these are expected to be applied. The Sections most applicable to the

development proposal are as follows:

Section 4 Promoting sustainable transport

Section 6 Delivering a wide choice of high quality homes

3.2 Particularly relevant to the current application is paragraph 55 which states in rural areas

local planning authorities should be responsive to local circumstances and plan housing

development to reflect local needs, particularly for affordable housing, including through rural

exception sites where appropriate. Local planning authorities should in particular consider

whether allowing some market housing would facilitate the provision of significant additional

affordable housing to meet local needs.

LOCAL LEVEL

Isle of Wight Council Core Strategy (2012)

3.3 Policy SP2 of the Core Strategy states that new housing development will be concentrated in

A. Key Regenerations Areas; or

B. Smaller Regeneration Areas; or

C. Rural Service Centres

Elsewhere, the Council will permit new housing only as an exception and where it meets an

identified local need.

3.4 The application site does not fall within categories A-C above and is considered to fall within the

Wider Rural Area, as outlined by Policy SP1 (Spatial Strategy).

3.5 The spatial explanation of Policy SP2 is set out in paragraphs 5.37-5.38. Thus paragraph 5.38

states that in the wider rural area development should:


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Meet an identified local need

Demonstrate that there is no previously developed land available within the settlement

boundary

Be in keeping with the size etc. of the settlement

Not harm the character of the settlement

Be close to local services and facilities

Isle of Wight Housing Strategy 2007-2012

3.6 The Housing Strategy outlines the Councils strategic direction with regard to the identification

of housing needs, housing conditions and other related housing support needs across all tenures

on the Island. As part of this Strategy local people were asked what their housing priorities

were. The Housing Market Analysis has shown that there is a need to develop different tenures

and property types across a broad range of locations on the Island.

Shalfleet Parish Community Plan

3.7 In April 2012 Shalfleet Parish Council published the Shalfleet Parish Community Plan. The Plan

recommended a series of actions. One of these actions is to find a site that is suitable for

affordable housing (see page 17 of the Plan).

Shalfleet Parish Council - Sustainable Housing Survey 2013

3.8 Following on from the production of the Parish Plan, Shalfleet Parish Council (SPC) carried out

housing needs survey in early 2013. It was tasked with discovering the local housing

requirements for the period 2013-18 to meet the level of any need in the parish. SPC undertook

a survey of all households in the parish (estimated to be 698 households) which was designed to

understand the housing requirements of existing and newly forming households as well as to

ascertain the views and requirements of local people for future housing need. It also sought to

understand attitudes to further housing development in the parish; obtain information about

the supply of housing within the parish; and the ability of residents to afford the prevailing rents

and purchase prices. The results of this survey will be explored further in Section 5.0.


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4.0 ECOLOGY

4.1 Policy SP5 (Environment) of the Core Strategy supports development which protects, conserves

and enhances the natural/historic environment. This links in to Policy DM12 (Landscape,

Seascape, Biodiversity and Geodiversity), both of which were key considerations in designingthis proposal.

4.2 The application site comprises part of a field which is in arable agricultural use. The field itself

therefore has limited potential for wildlife. The margins of the field, on the other hand, consist

of hedgerows which support a variety of flora and fauna. The applicants intend to preserve the

hedgerows on the eastern boundary in their entirety. Indeed, the existing public footpath and

proposed emergency access alongside will create a cordon sanitaire between the hedgerow

and the boundary of the built development.

4.3 The hedgerow on the northern boundary will in part be removed to enable a suitable and safe

highway access into the site. The applicants will therefore replant a new hedgerow, using

indigenous trees and shrubs, in accordance with a landscape plan to be approved by the Council.

As outlined within Section 4.4 of the Phase 1 Habitat Report the northern hedgerow is

frequently flailed and runs adjacent to the A3054 which somewhat limits its value for wildlife.

4.4 The applicants will create a new hedgerow on the south and west boundaries of the site, in

accordance with plans to be agreed with the Council. The impact of the proposed development

on the natural environment is explored further within the Phase 1 Habitat Report which

accompanies this application.


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5.0 JUSTIFICATION OF HOUSING NEED

Population

5.1 There were 1546 residents of Shalfleet Parish recorded in the 2011 Census. The most prevalent

age group is the 50 to 59 category which consists of 274 people, or 17.8% of the population. In

total, more than 58% of the population in the Parish are over the age of 50 with 28% of the

population aged 65 and over.

5.2 At the opposite end of the age grouping, there were 238 people (15.4%) under the age of 18.

The Parish Profile identifies the dearth of younger adults in their 20s and 30s, with people aged

20-39 years making up just 11% of the population. This is significantly below the national

average of 26.8%. The lack of younger adults within the village, within prime child bearing age, is

likely to result in a decrease in young children within the ward and declining student numbers

for the local school. Should development, and in particular the provision of affordable family

sized dwellings, continue to be restricted this could result in a reduction in pupil numbers at

Shalfleet Primary School or result in children travelling from further away to attend the school.

Availability of housing in the Parish

5.3 As stated within the Sustainable Housing Survey the 2011 Census identified 698 Households in

Shalfleet Parish. The Council Tax records of April 2013 indicated that 49 properties are identified

as furnished 2nd

properties/holiday homes and 11 as long term empty homes. These latter two

figures fluctuate as properties come in and out of permanent use, but can give a useful indicator

of the prevalence of second/holiday homes in the area (Source: Sustainable Housing Survey

2013).

5.4 The Census 2011 showed that the majority of households own their own home, with 577

reporting so. 68 Households rent from a Housing Association or another registered provider of

social housing (these could include specialist older persons housing providers), and 42

Households were in Private rented accommodation.

5.5 The two largest sectors in the categories were 'Owned Outright' and 'Owned with a Mortgage'.

It is likely that the high levels of home ownership, especially homes 'Owned Outright' is a

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5.6 The results show that when household or individuals move the requirement is often for a

smaller home. It is thought that this is largely influenced by household downsizing and young

people leaving home to go to college or set up with a partner. The results show that in instances

where younger people leave an existing household, their property requirements are generally

for one and 2 bedroom properties.

5.7 16% of the replies to the survey stated that a member of the household had to leave the parish

because they couldn't afford to live there.

5.8 Housing costs and availability are clearly an issue in the Parish with a small but significant

percentage of the respondees knowing someone who has left the Parish because housing costs

were too high.

5.9 The brief review of property prices was not conclusive due to the relatively small turnover, but it

is clear that, whilst there are properties available for sale in the Parish, the number of

'affordable' or lower cost housing is very limited.

5.10 The survey identified that young people setting up home and possibly starting a family would

benefit most from a larger supply of lower cost/sustainable housing. The 18 to 29 year old age

group constitutes around 6.5% of the population in the Parish. It is anticipated that their

requirement would be most likely smaller houses or multi bedroom maisonettes/flats.

5.11 In addition, older people looking to downsize to a more affordable home after their children

have left home and they have retired with a reduced income, would benefit from an increased

housing supply. The >65 year old age group constitutes 28.1% of the population. The most

appropriate housing for this sector is smaller houses/bungalows as well as sheltered housing.

(Source: Sustainable Housing Survey 2013).

Size, price, salary needed

5.12 It is clear from both the Census and the Shalfleet Parish Council surveys that the parish has a

large number of 'higher end' housing. What is somewhat concerning is that the Shalfleet Parish


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Council survey shows a bias towards the Detached and Semi-detached houses, rather than

housing at the lower end of the property ladder, terraced, flats and maisonettes.

5.13 The average household incomes reported were generally low, with more than 50% of the replies

reporting a combined family income of less than 20,749. This is partly a consequence of therelatively large number of retired people.

5.14 Based directly upon the responses to the questionnaire and a review of the balance of housing

available in the Parish, the Sustainable Housing Survey estimates that an additional 24 homes

are required over the next 5 years to meet the needs of local residents and to encourage a

greater diversity in the population of the Parish. 75% of the new housing should be classified as

'Affordable' in order to support the SPC objectives of creating a greater diversity in the

households within the Parish.

5.15 The Sustainable Housing Survey considers the availability of affordable housing will help, but not

halt the flow of younger people to urban areas where there is often a greater chance of

employment. Good quality affordable housing will also attract younger people to the area. The

provision of smaller properties aimed at older residents wishing to downsize will have the

additional benefit of releasing larger houses for families who are expanding, or wish to move

into the area (Source: Sustainable Housing Survey 2013).

5.16 Sustainable Housing Survey estimates there is a need for 4 market units, 2 market rent units, 8

shared ownership units and 10 for affordable rent. The survey also specified the number of

bedrooms requirement for each housing type which is summarised below:

Housing Type Number Required

Flats 2

Houses 12

Bungalows 10


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Unit Size/Type Owner Occupier Market Rent Shared Ownership Affordable Rent

1 bed flat 1

2 bed flat 1

1 bed flat

2 bed house 1 2 2

3 bed house 1 1 3 2

1 bed bungalow

2 bed bungalow 2 1 1

3 bed bungalow 1 2 3

Total 4 2 8 10

Housing mix and tenure proposed

5.17 The proposal is for the development of 24 dwellings, of which 18 would be affordable. This mix

has been specifically designed to address local needs in the area. This equates to 75% of the

development being affordable housing which far exceeds the 35% provision required by Policy

DM4 (Affordable Housing) of the Island Core Strategy. In order to fully comply with the

requirements of Policy SP1 and to ensure the proposal meets local needs, the 25% market

housing proposed will be offered to local people in the first instance. This can be secured by way

of a section 106 agreement.

5.18 2 flats are proposed both of which would be affordable units; 12 houses are proposed of which

9 would be affordable; and 10 bungalows are proposed of which 7 would be affordable. This

housing mix reflects that identified as required by the Sustainable Housing Survey.

5.19 The development has been designed to provide an affordable option for young couples and

families who have been priced out of the local housing market. The bungalows in particular have

been designed to appeal to those wishing to downsize, thereby freeing up larger family sized

dwellings. These units are intended to be wheelchair accessible and designed to Lifetime Homes

standards, in accordance with Policy DM5.

5.20 In summation, the Sustainable Housing Survey identifies that lack of affordable housing options

and smaller properties is a key factor in people choosing to leave the parish. At present there is

a dearth of younger residents in the 20-40 age group (only 11% of the population), which are


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within the prime child rearing age. Conversely 58% of the population are aged 50 and over. A

generationally balanced population is essential to secure the future of local services and

amenities and the future of this rural community. We consider the application proposal would

meet identified local housing needs within the parish in accordance with Policy DM3 (Housing)

of the Core Strategy.


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6.1 The Isle of Wight Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessment (SHLAA) April 2013 identifies

land and sites put forward by their owners as potential development sites to deliver housing and

is an update to the original SHLAA document that was published in October 2010. The SHLAA

identifies 7 potential sites within Shalfleet Parish which are outlined below:

SITE REF NO. SITE ADDRESS WARD SHLAA CATEGORY

LDF014 Land West of Shalfleet West Wight Developable

LDF060b Manor Farm, Top Road West Wight Developable

LDF160 Land at Coopers Lane and Main Road West Wight Developable

LDF161a Land fronting Thorley Street West Wight Developable

LDF162 Land south of Wellow Top Road West Wight Not Currently Developable

LDF217 Land north of Main Road West Wight Developable

LDF436 Land to south & west of Lower

Calbourne Mill

West Wight Not Currently Developable

6.2 The application site is identified as developable site LDF014 meaning that it offers a suitable

location for development with a reasonable prospect that it will be available to be developed

from years 6 to 10 and years 11 to 15 of the plan period.

6.3 A sequential test was recently prepared in respect of planning application ref: TCP/31685 at

Ashlar, Main Road, Ningwood. It rates eight sites in the vicinity in terms of their availability,

suitability, achievability while also providing a Housing Quality Indicator (HQI) and highways

assessment. The application site is given a HQI score of 47% and states this is a good score but

cannot be looked at in isolation. The site has wider issues with regards to land classification,

access and sustainability given the large size. It is close to the two shops and one pub, however

for family housing with school children a car or access to public transport would still be required

for accessing the School.

6.4 The sequential test identifies the application as achieving the joint highest HQI score along with

land adjacent to Withyfields (PO30 4QA) which is not identified within the SHLAA.


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6.5 However, we believe the sequential test used in respect of TCP/31685 has fundamentally

miscalculated the HQI of the application site. It assumes that the land is not available to

Spectrum Housing and/or the land is not available until the crop has been harvested at the end

of August. We can confirm that neither of these statements is true and the land is available

immediately.

6.6 The sequential test also incorrectly assumes that the site in its entirety would be developed. An

assumption is made that the site would be developed for 151 (145 affordable) which they

consider to in no way contribute to the creation of a sustainable mixed community. However,

it is essential to note this is not the applicants intention. The application proposes development

solely in the north east corner of the site, with the majority of the land remaining undeveloped.

The proposal for 24 dwellings only, of which 18 would be affordable, is designed specifically to

meet the local needs identified by the Sustainable Housing Survey.

6.7 As such we consider the sequential test undertaken in respect of planning ref: TCP/31685 to

have miscalculated the HQI of the application site. Given the site is available immediately and

proposes to meet local housing needs only we believe the HQI calculation would increase

significantly. As such it is clear the application provides the most desirable location for new

housing within the parish.


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7.0

THE DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS

7.1 The applicant owns the entire field and adjacent copse, known as Warland, Shalfleet, of which

the application site forms a part. The proposal is for 24 dwellings, a mixture of two storey

dwellings and bungalows, in a cul-de-sac style arrangement accessed from the southern side ofthe A3054.

7.2 The development proposed occupies only a small proportion to the North East of the field. We

consider this to be the most logical part of the site for development, from a town planning

perspective, as it immediately adjoins the Fleet Way housing estate to the East. This would

ensure the concentration of development and avoid encroaching onto previously undeveloped

land as far as is practicable.

7.3 Concentrating development close to the existing village also ensures that local amenities such as

the post office, shops, village hall and pub are within walking distance. This application site

therefore offers a sustainable location by reducing the dependence upon the private car, as

encouraged by Section 4 of the NPPF. This is particularly important for the future occupants of

dwellings, likely to be families with young children and older people downsizing. In addition,

provision has been made for a public footpath to the north of the site which would link the

application site and village to Shalfleet Primary School.

Design

7.4 Although the detailed design of the proposal forms one of the reserved matters, the design

vision is to create a housing development in keeping with its rural setting and utilise a traditional

high quality palette of materials such as brick, tiled roofs. We intend to have traditional pitched

roofs similar to that at Fleet Way with dwellings to be a maximum of two storeys in height.

7.5 Following a pre-application meeting in March 2014 (See Appendix 1) the indicative layout has

been revised to overcome the planning officers concerns.

7.6 The indicative layout no longer proposes parking courts. Instead on-site parking for at least one

car will be provided for each unit. The majority of dwellings will have provision for at least two

cars to park on-site. The dwellings where one car parking space is provided are intended to be

affordable units. Studies have shown the affordable units are less likely to require more than


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one car parking space. Nevertheless, additional visitor car parking spaces for these units will be

provided in a central location.

7.7 The scheme preserves the existing footpaths along the eastern boundary. This section of land

will form a buffer creating a reasonable distance between the housing on Fleet Way and theproposed housing. The dwellings closest to this buffer will be bungalows thereby minimising the

visual impact of the development on the residents at Fleet Way. The substantial distance,

minimum of 40m, retained between the rear elevations of the proposed development and those

in Fleet Way will ensure the potential for overlooking and loss of privacy will be minimal. The

40m back to back distance proposed significantly exceeds the 21m usually required.

7.8 The rear boundary enclosures of the proposed development and those at Fleet Way will be

separated by minimum distance of 10m. This separation ensures the existing eastern footpathdoes not feel overly enclosed. The provision of landscaping and a balancing pond in the

northern corner will create a pleasant environment for pedestrians.

7.9 The indicative layout shows gardens with a minimum depth of 12m, exceeding the 10m depth

usually required. The gardens proposed are of a similar depth to those at Fleet Way and reflect

the established character of the area.

7.10 The proposal will preserve the existing hedgerows on the eastern boundary in its entirety. The

hedgerow on the northern boundary will in part be removed to enable a suitable and safe

highway access into the site. It is proposed to replant a new hedgerow, using indigenous trees

and shrubs, in accordance with a landscape plan to be approved by the Council. The proposal

will also involve the creation of strategic planting in the form of a new native hedgerow

interspersed with trees on the south and west boundaries of the site, in accordance with plans

to be agreed with the Council. This is designed to avoid the new boundaries of the development

appearing harsh in terms of the aspect from the countryside.

7.11 In addition the proposal will make land available for the construction of a public footpath from

Fleet Way through the site towards Shalfleet Primary School. At present there is no safe means

of access to the school from the village.


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7.12 A balancing pond is also proposed to be created in the north east corner of the site. This is

designed to store surface water runoff during peak flows and release it at a controlled rate

during and after the peak flow.

7.13 Within Fleet Way it is the side elevations which face onto the A3054. However, to enhance theappearance of the estate we propose for the units fronting the A3054 to provide a fair face to

the development when looking from the north. This approach was advocated by the planning

officer during the pre-application discussions. In addition the proposed development would be

stepped back between 15-25m from the highway to create a sense of openness when the site is

viewed from the north.

7.14 In summation, the indicative layout has been designed to create a high quality and inclusive

design in accordance with Policy DM2 of the Core Strategy.

Access

7.15 The application proposes a new vehicular access onto the A3054, a classified road. Full details of

the transport considerations undertaken in designing the scheme are outlined within the

Transport Statement.

7.16 With regard to access within the site:

Provisions will be made for disabled residents. The intention is for disabled residents to

move around the site in a free and easy manner.

All bungalows will be designed to accommodate disabled wheelchair users; this equates

to 41.66% of the overall housing provision.

Stepless access will be provided to all bungalows enabling wheelchair users free,

unaided movement. This will be achieved either through flush thresholds (preferable) or

ramps.

All access routes from pavement to the main entrance of the units will be hard surfaced

and suitable for wheelchair users.

All units will have on-site car parking. Access to these spaces should be hard surfaced

and suitable for wheelchair users.


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Within the two storey dwellings staircases will be designed with space to accommodate

stair lifts if required in the future.


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8.0 CONCLUSION

8.1 The development proposed occupies only a small proportion in the North East corner of a field

at Warlands, Shalfleet. We consider this to be the most logical location, from a planning

perspective, as it immediately adjoins the Fleet Way housing estate to the East. This ensuresdevelopment is concentrated, minimising any infringement into previously undeveloped land. It

also ensures that future occupiers of the development can easily access services and amenities

within the village on foot, reducing the need to travel by car.

8.2 The lack of affordable housing and smaller units was identified by the Sustainable Housing

Survey as a key area of concern for local residents. The proposal would provide 24 dwellings of

which 18 would be affordable while the 6 market units would be offered first to local people. As

such the development would meet an identified local housing need within the parish, inaccordance with Policy DM3 of the Core Strategy.

8.3 Policy SP2 (Housing) requires 980 dwellings to be provided as small scale development on sites

within the Rural Service Centres and Wider Rural Area, thus the development would contribute

towards meeting this requirement.

8.4 A significant distance would be retained from the rear elevation of the bungalows to those at

Fleet Way. This is designed to minimise the impact of the proposal on the residential amenities

of properties in Fleet Way. It is not considered the proposal will result in a detrimental impact

for the occupiers of Fleet Way in terms of prospect, privacy, light or result in a sense of

overlooking.

8.5 Although design forms one of the reserved matters, the aspirations are to create a traditional

housing development which utilises a high quality palette of materials which respects and

complements its rural setting.

8.6 In summation, we consider the application proposal provides an ideal site for the development

of 24 dwellings to meet the identified local housing need within the parish.


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APPENDIX 1


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From:Wiltshire, Stephen [mailto:[email protected]]

Sent:Tuesday, March 11, 2014 11:45 AM

To:[email protected]

Cc:Holmes, Richard; Perera, Wendy; Pope, Colin; Alan White

([email protected])

Subject:Warlands, Shalfleet

Dear Mr Taylor

I write further to our meeting of 3 March 2014 to provide pre-application advice on a proposed

development of 24 dwellings on land at Warlands, Shalfleet. Plans showing a draft site layout

(0114/SH/003 and 0114/SH/004) and sections (0114/SH/0005) were provided, and I shall base my

comments on these plans.

The Island Plan Core Strategy identifies the site as being outside the settlement boundaries around

defined settlements, and thus falls within the Wider Rural Area. It should be noted that Shalfleet is not

identified as a Rural Service Centre, thus has no defined settlement boundary. No other designationsapply to the site.

Within the Wider Rural Area, Policy SP1 (Spatial Strategy) only supports development which would meet

an identified local need. Priority is given to the development of brownfield sites, and the development

of greenfield sites will need to demonstrate how the development would enhance the character and

context of the area. In this case it is understood that you are relying on the Housing Needs Assessment

undertaken by Shalfleet Parish Council to demonstrate the need for the number, range and mix of the

proposed housing, as required by Policy DM3 (Housing). In principle this approach is considered to be

acceptable, however, as you are aware there is a current planning application (P/01350/13) for a

development on an alternative site at The Ashlar which is also using the Parish Councils needs

assessment. Thus if this development were to be approved, then this would be sufficient to meet the

housing needs of Shalfleet Parish and thus fresh evidence of an unmet need would need to be

established.

In addition to the justification of housing need, since the application site constitutes a greenfield site,

then evidence would need to be provided assessing the availability / suitability of brownfield sites within

Shalfleet Parish for housing development.

Policy SP2 (Housing) requires 980 dwellings to be provided as small scale development on sites within

the Rural Service Centres and Wider Rural Area, thus the development would contribute towards

meeting this requirement.

Policy DM4 (Affordable Housing) requires development over 10 dwellings to provide 35% of the

development as on-site affordable housing this figure may vary according to the housing needs

requirement. This affordable housing provision would need to be secured through a legal agreement,

the heads of terms for which should be provided with any application. Policy DM5 relates to the

provision of housing suitable by use for older persons.


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Policy SP5 (Environment) of the Core Strategy supports development which protects, conserves and

enhances the natural / historic environment. This links in to Policy DM12 (Landscape, Seascape,

Biodiversity and Geodiversity). Since the site is a greenfield site, an ecology report will need to

accompany any planning application, looking at the site in terms of its biodiversity and ability to support

protected species. It is noted that there is a mature hedgerow fronting the A3054, thus the loss of the

hedgerow to provide access / visibility splays would need to be assessed. Colin Pope (Senior Ecology

Officer) will be able to advise further on the scope for the ecological assessment.

Policy DM2 (Design Quality for New Development) supports proposals for high quality inclusive design,

which respect the constraints of the site. In terms of the draft site layout, the submitted plans show the

provision of 24 dwellings (mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced units) in a cul-de-sac style

arrangement accessed from the southern side of the A3054. I have some concerns with the draft layout

with regards to the following issues;

The shows the provision of car parking courts to the rear of the 2 storey units, which I advise

should be avoided as they inevitably become unkempt and detract from the area. The layout

for the bungalow section of the site shows parking provided on hardstanding areas for each

dwelling, with landscaped front gardens, and this is considered to be a far more satisfactory

arrangement.

The proposed garden areas for some of the 2 storey units appears tight. Generally we look for

around 10 metre depths of garden areas, which seems to reflect the character of the

neighbouring site.

Back to back distances of 21 metres, and back to side distances of 14 metres between dwellings

are encouraged.

The units fronting the A3054 would need to provide a fair face to the development when

looking from the north.

Strategic landscaping should be provided to the southern and western boundaries. A close

boarded fence boundary would be too harsh in terms of aspect from the countryside, thereforeI advise that native hedgerow would be appropriate, interspersed with some trees. A fence may

be appropriate the house side of the landscaping, which would be screened as the landscaping

became established.

The retention of the existing public footpath is welcomed, and link through the development to

this right of way. To avoid a narrow corridor with close boarded fences backing onto the

footpath, I advise that your look at opening this view up.

Likewise the provision of a new footpath along the southern side of the A3054 is also welcomed.

The application proposes a new vehicular access onto the A3054, a classified road. Therefore I advise

that you liaise with Alan White (Island Roads) as to the requirements for a new access in this location, to

accord with the requirements of Policies SP5 (Travel), DM2 (Design), DM13 (Green Infrastructure) and

DM17 (Sustainable Travel) of the Core Strategy.

Policy DM14 (Flood Risk) requires all new development over 0.25 Ha within Flood Zone 1, to be

accompanied by a Drainage Strategy.


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I trust that this information is of use to you. Please note that these are Officer comments which are

given without prejudice to any decision that the Council may make, should a planning application be

submitted for such a development.

Regards

Stephen Wiltshire| Principal Planning Officer (Rural Areas Team) | Planning Services

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