Welcome to our Public Consultation

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1 About our development This exhibition gives you the chance to view and comment on our emerging plans for a proposed residential development located on land to the West of Alwyn Road, Rugby. Welcome to our Public Consultation We are proposing to submit a planning application to Rugby Borough Council in the near future and you can help to shape our emerging scheme by providing us with your feedback, either today or during the three week consultation period that immediately follows. All comments will be taken into consideration to influenced our emerging plans. The application site measures 12 hectares in size. It forms part of a wider draft allocation for a mixed use development of housing, commercial uses and a District Centre at South West Rugby within the emerging Rugby Borough Local Plan. The application site is to the west of existing residential properties fronting Alwyn Road; the existing bridleway off Scots Close to the north west and existing agricultural fields to the south west. The application site is located in a sustainable location with key amenities and facilities located close to the site and travel choice is available via public transport, walking and cycling routes. Proposed development Location Plan showing the site outlined in red Key Facts: The proposed development site lies to the West of Alwyn Road The site forms part of the wider South West Rugby draft allocation for development within the emerging Rugby Borough Local Plan

2 Site considerations Information about the site we need to take into account Opportunities and Constraints Plan Before we start designing a new scheme we complete an assessment of the site and its surroundings, to understand the features we need to take into account in developing proposals for the site. All of the relevant considerations whether they influence the way our site will be developed or give a real opportunity to make the most of a particular feature, are shown here. These include: Ecology Trees Flood risk and drainage Highways Landscape Key Facts: Existing landscape features should be retained and reinforced where possible Opportunity for new pedestrian and cycle links on to Alwyn Road Opportunity to provide landscaping and public open space within the site Opportunity for linear open space feature along southern edge of the site to connect into the wider SW Rugby allocation.

3 About our development Our emerging Masterplan for land to the West of Alwyn Road Draft Masterplan This image shows our initial masterplan for our residential development, illustrating what we think is a suitable way for residential development public open space and landscaping to be arranged, taking into consideration the specific characteristics of the site. The detailed layout is still to be prepared and could be changed prior to our planning application, depending on the comments we receive during this public consultation and future discussions with Rugby Borough Council. As part of a planning approval the application will make financial contributions to services where necessary which could include contributions towards highways, education, open space and health and community facilities. We welcome your comments on our draft masterplan. Your feedback will be used to help us progress our designs before we finalise our planning application Key Facts: Approximately 250 new homes to suit both first time buyers and families Car parking will be provided for residents and visitors Affordable housing will be provided in accordance with Rugby Borough Council's policy Vehicular access to be taken from Alwyn Road and access points for pedestrians and cyclists to be established at appropriate locations

4 Site considerations Draft South West Rugby Allocation The plan below illustrates how the application site sits within the illustrative development framework plan for the wider South West Rugby draft allocation. PVP 2 PVP 1 Illustrative Development Framework Plan

5 Site considerations Highways and Drainage Access Plan Highways Vehicular access into the application site will be taken from Scots Close, which will be improved to provide a 5.5m wide carriageway and two 2m wide footways. A further pedestrian, cycle and emergency access route will be achieved via No. 206 Alwyn Road, if required. The existing bridleway and public footpath routes will be retained and enhanced through the development area. Detailed highway modelling is being undertaken to test the impact of the development proposals across the local highway network. Mitigation measures will be identified where necessary to ensure the development is appropriate in highway terms. All highway work is being undertaken in consultation with Warwickshire County Council and Highways England. Drainage The application site is located in Flood Zone 1 and therefore all land uses are acceptable in principle. Surface Water flows from the site will be attenuated to ensure that flood risk is not increased to 3rd parties in line with local and national planning policy. Surface water attenuation will be provided via attenuation ponds along the western boundary and discharge rates will be contained to better than existing greenfield runoff rates. Foul drainage will discharge to a new pumping station located on site which will pump flows to existing sewers in Alwyn Road. The proposals are being discussed with Severn Trent Water. Key Facts: Access into the application site will be provided via Scots Close. A further pedestrian, cycle and emergency access route will be provided via No. 206 Alwyn Road, if required. Surface water attenuation will be provided via attenuation ponds along the western boundary at better than existing greenfield runoff rates. The site is located within Flood Zone 1 Foul drainage will discharge to a new on site pumping station.

6 Site considerations Trees, Ecology and Archaeology Trees The majority of the trees on the application site and the wider site area have been assessed as being of moderate quality (Category B), with slightly fewer categorised as low quality (Category C) and a small percentage of high quality (Category A) trees. One Tree Preservation Order (TPO) is relevant to the Site which protects certain trees located along the access drive leading to Little Scotland Farm. Access into the site will affect certain trees covered by the TPO. Whilst careful design of this access will seek to minimise impacts to trees, some tree loss is unavoidable and generous compensatory planting will be provided in consultation with Rugby Borough Council. Habitat Plan Ecology The application site and the wider area have been surveyed to establish the extent of any ecological interest present. A Preliminary Ecological Appraisal was completed in June 2016 and the habitats present were mapped. A number of protected species surveys are currently being undertaken for the site. The Site and the wider area comprises mostly grazed areas of poor semi-improved grassland and some arable fields. Fields are bounded by hedgerows that are largely species-poor and some mature trees are present. Several ponds and ditches are present, as well as some small wooded areas. There are no statutory or non-statutory wildlife designations affecting the site. Overall, ecological constraints to development are limited, but proposals will include a range of mitigation and enhancement measures to ensure local biodiversity is appropriately considered. Archaeology A desktop Archaeology Assessment has been undertaken for the site and the wider area, which identifies a few archaeological features. Further to this a geophysical survey of the site has been completed which confirms that there are no specific features of archaeological interest on the application site. Key facts Whilst some existing trees will be affected at the entrance to the site, significant compensatory planting will be provided Ecological constraints to development are limited and a range of mitigation and enhancement measures will be provided There are no statutory or non-statutory wildlife designations covering the site No features of archaeological interest have been identified within the site

7 About our development Landscape The application site is situated within the Dunsmore Plateau Farmlands Landscape Character Type. The site demonstrates the following key elements of the Dunsmore plateau Farmlands: Gently rolling topography with a regular, geometric field pattern defined by closely cropped hawthorn hedges; Many mature hedgerow oaks and large blocks of ancient woodland; Robust roadside verges, with mature native hedgerows, hedgerow trees and bracken which limit views; and Settlement edge and other buildings are seen as the backdrop to the site in views which are substantially filtered by intervening mature landscape features. Photoviewpoint EDP 1: View from Alwyn Road south east of the site looking north west Photoviewpoint EDP 2: View from Public Bridleway adjoining the western site boundary looking east Key facts The site adjoins the existing urban edge of Rugby along Alwyn Road and Scots Close with neighbouring residential land uses The site contains sections of two separate Public Rights of Way (PRoW) Dunchurch Lodge and Bilton Grange are both Grade II Registered Park and Gardens, situated adjacent to each other and approximately 800m to the south and south-east of the site s southern boundary, beyond the intervening built form of Dunchurch village and with no intervisibility with the site Cawston Spinney woodland, located to the west of the site, is designated as an Ancient/Semi Natural Woodland, and the associated lake is a non-statutory designated Local Wildlife Site; therefore, appropriate, sensitive design will be required to ensure that the proposed development does not compromise the ecological integrity of the lake or woodland

8 Next steps What we would like from you, and what you can expect from us This image shows our development The Romans at Augusta Park. Once you have had the opportunity to look at our proposals, please do talk to us and ask any questions you may have, and feel free to fill in one of the feedback forms provided. Your views are important to help us develop our scheme and are very much appreciated. We will review all comments received as we finalise our proposals before submitting a formal planning application in the near future. Please leave completed feedback forms with a member of the project team today, or post to the following address Alwyn Road - Taylor Wimpey Barton Willmore 9th Floor Bank house 8 Cherry Street Birmingham B25AL Alternatively, you can your comments to Gemma.Johnson@bartonwillmore.co.uk You can also submit you comment online at All feedback should be returned by Tuesday 25th July 2017 This image shows our development in Telford. Thank you for attending today, your views make a real difference

9 About Taylor Wimpey Information about our company, who we are and what we do This image shows our development in Bristol. Taylor Wimpey was formed by the merger of George Wimpey and Taylor Woodrow in We are able to draw upon experience and best practice gathered over a history dating back to the 19th Century. Today we are one of the largest homebuilders in the UK, completing over 13,000 homes each year. Planning sustainable communities We want our developments to be environmentally, socially and economically sustainable. We understand the importance of stimulating strong, vibrant and healthy communities while protecting and improving the natural, built and historic environment. More than building homes We build roads and junctions, sewers and utilities that link our developments with the surrounding areas. Where needed we provide community facilities such as schools, doctor s surgeries, shops and offices, bus stops and even railway stations, as well as much needed affordable homes. Such provision can help meet the day-to-day needs of the people living on, or near, our developments. Green spaces We design landscaping and open space to provide an attractive and safe setting for homes, recreational space for residents, and habitats for plants and wildlife. Green spaces could include tree or hedgerow planting, playgrounds or sports pitches. Energy efficient homes We look to reduce the energy demand of our homes by improving wall and roof insulation. In some cases we may also fit more complex technologies. This means that residents benefit from energy bill savings while their long term maintenance burden and costs are kept to a minimum. Engaging with local people We are committed to working with local people, community groups and local authorities during the planning phase and aim to keep them up to date with our activities and progress during construction. We aim to plan and design developments that balance the demands of our business with providing for the needs of our residents and their communities. For more information, visit: taylorwimpey.co.uk Our aim is to be the nation s leading residential developer for creating value and delivering quality. We are passionate about working with local people, businesses, local authorities and our customers to build aspirational homes. Taylor Wimpey lays the foundations for thriving communities We completed 13,341 homes in 2015, of which 19% were affordable homes. In 2015, through planning obligations, we invested 335m in the areas in which we built. We provide public transport, road improvements and education facilities on many developments. Landscaping and open space, including play areas and sports pitches, provide the structure to many of our developments.

10 Development proposal How our proposed designs and streetscenes for land to the West of Alwyn Road could look. Our proposed scheme seeks to create a high-quality development that can help to fulfil the local need for market and affordable housing while respecting the character of the surrounding area. The images below illustrate how our proposed new homes could look, showing examples of some of the architectural styles, building materials and landscape features we are incorporating in our developments within the Midlands area. We welcome your comments on our proposed property designs. Such features include: Traditional design in keeping with the character of the local area A mix of detached, semi-detached and terraced homes Architectural styles, features and building materials to reflect local character Mainly 2-storey buildings with the potential for a small number of 2.5 storey properties

11 Economic benefits of development What will our development bring to the area? We are proposing a residential development of 250 new homes to the land West of Alwyn Road, Rugby. The development will include a range of property styles and sizes and 40% are proposed to be affordable homes. New development can bring a number of economic benefits to the local area and we have estimated these using UK-wide statistical data. Financial contributions will be paid to Rugby Borough Council and secured via a legal agreement. Contributions will go towards infrastructure which may include highways, education, open space, health and community facilities. Building the homes 58 jobs Direct employment Estimated to create 58 temporary construction jobs each year of the 4 year build period. 88 jobs Supply chain jobs 88 jobs could be supported in the supply chain per year of build of the 4 year build period. 8.9m Economic output Expected additional Gross Value Added (GVA) per year from direct and indirect jobs. Once people move in 1.3m First occupation expenditure Total anticipated spend on goods and services by people as they move in to the new houses, to make them feel like home. 2.1m Total spend by residents The amount the residents of the new development are expected to spend per year. Additional local authority income 394,000 Additional Council Tax revenues per year Estimated additional Council Tax per year based on the proposed number of new homes. 1.6m New Homes Bonus payments A grant paid, over six years, by central government to local councils for increasing the amount of homes in their area.