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Anston House, Brighton Welcome to our Anston House community consultation event Welcome to our

The site has been acquired by One Preston Park LLP, a Joint Venture between The Hyde Group and

We know there is a well established community in the local area and it is important that

We have begun looking at possible options for the future development of the site, including the

We d like to hear your thoughts on what you d like to see in this neighbourhood, what we can do

circumstances you feel the development should reflect.

1 Anston House, Brighton Welcome to our Anston House community consultation event Welcome to our first public consultation event regarding Anston House, Brighton. The site has been acquired by One Preston Park LLP, a Joint Venture between The Hyde Group and First Base. We know there is a well established community in the local area and it is important that whatever we create fits in well. We have begun looking at possible options for the future development of the site, including the potential to create new homes. We d like to hear your thoughts on what you d like to see in this neighbourhood, what we can do to improve the area for the benefit of everyone and if there are any local issues or circumstances you feel the development should reflect. On the following information boards we ask a number of questions which we would like you to take time to consider. Members of the team are on hand to answer any questions you might have. You can let us know your thoughts and responses to the questions by completing one of our feedback forms and dropping it into the ballot box provided. Alternatively you can call our information line on

The team A recent First Base scheme, Adelaide Wharf, Hackney A recent scheme by The Hyde Group Super B, near Brighton station A recent project by Conran & Partners, Green Man Lane Estate A recent

renowned Fletcher Priest Architects developer and investor excess of 49,000 homes, architect Conran and have been appointed to delivering high quality The Hyde Group delivers Partners has been lead

Quality, award-winning Working with some of the design, outstanding With offices in Brighton, Fletcher Priest Architects are world s leading architects, sustainability features and Conran and

portfolio of and interior designers with a their developments, from homes attractive to buyers work encompassing urban broad range of experience the initial construction to the and investors alike.

The Hyde Group has a They are driven by a strong the urban design of towns, track record of working in and unwavering belief that cities and regions.

masterplan of the Stratford residential through to just moments away from Through their work as a City site in East London, retail and workspace, the Brighton station.

2 The team A recent First Base scheme, Adelaide Wharf, Hackney A recent scheme by The Hyde Group Super B, near Brighton station A recent project by Conran & Partners, Green Man Lane Estate A recent project by Fletcher Priest Architects About About The About Conran About Fletcher First Base Hyde Group & Partners Priest Architects First Base is an established Owning or managing in Internationally renowned Fletcher Priest Architects developer and investor excess of 49,000 homes, architect Conran and have been appointed to delivering high quality The Hyde Group delivers Partners has been lead on a masterplan study buildings and places for housing, mixed use and appointed as the lead of the wider Preston Park people to live and work. regeneration projects. designer. area. Quality, award-winning Working with some of the design, outstanding With offices in Brighton, Fletcher Priest Architects are world s leading architects, sustainability features and Conran and Partners a studio of award-winning First Base is committed to desirable locations make have a broad and architects, urban designers the sustained success of The Hyde Group s new international portfolio of and interior designers with a their developments, from homes attractive to buyers work encompassing urban broad range of experience the initial construction to the and investors alike. regeneration, residential, operating at every scale long term management of hospitality, and retail design. from interiors through to each building. The Hyde Group has a They are driven by a strong the urban design of towns, track record of working in and unwavering belief that cities and regions. Their Its mixed use portfolio Brighton, the most recent great design improves the experience includes the of projects ranges from scheme is Super B, located quality of people s lives. masterplan of the Stratford residential through to just moments away from Through their work as a City site in East London, retail and workspace, the Brighton station. collaborative design studio, one of Europe s largest always considering the they are singularly focused regeneration projects, surrounding communities on creating spaces that are which now sits at the and environments when a joy to be in, evoking a heart of the Olympic Park. developing plans. welcoming sense of place Another project includes a where communities can masterplan for Silvertown thrive. Quays, in the heart of London s Royal Docks. A recent project by Conran & Partners Walthamstow Stadium redevelopment, Walthamstow

Anston House, Brighton The site & the wider context The site The existing 9-storey building, which has remained derelict for over 25 years, was originally built as offices.

3 Anston House, Brighton The site & the wider context The site The existing 9-storey building, which has remained derelict for over 25 years, was originally built as offices. Anston House was once dubbed the ugliest building in Sussex and between 2000 and 2014, the 1.5 acre site has seen 8 different applications considered. The site is situated near the southern end of Preston Park, occupying a key gateway location, on the main arterial route leading to and from Brighton city centre. The site is also bordered by Dyke Road Drive to the south west with commercial buildings to the north west and south east. The context The development plan for Brighton has long seen this site together with others alongside Preston Park as a key source of employment space, however more recent versions of the development plan acknowledge that these sites can also provide a valuable source of new residential dwellings. The Anston House site is identified as potentially delivering c.200 dwellings as part of a mix of uses. Prior approval exists to convert the existing Anston House in to 44 dwellings, but working together both First Base and Hyde wish to replace the existing building with something of a much higher quality. There are other planning designations in the locality, such as the Grade II Listed Preston Park, which the proposals will need to respect and respond to. Questions: Do you think that the existing building should be demolished? Would you welcome the idea of creating new homes in the area?

reviewed those features that we need to take into account in our design. Are there any constraints or opportunities which you feel we should be aware of?

4 Constraints and Opportunities We believe there is an opportunity to provide much needed homes on the site. Questions: Before designing possible proposals we have undertaken an assessment of the site and the surrounding area. We have Are there any amenities that you feel the Preston Park area is lacking? reviewed those features that we need to take into account in our design. Are there any constraints or opportunities which you feel we should be aware of? All of the appropriate constraints or opportunities, whether they are issues we need to consider in preparing our proposals or opportunities to enhance a specific local Do you feel that Preston Road represents a fitting gateway to Brighton? characteristic, are detailed in the maps below. Opportunities Create a distinct district with a clear identity and coherent design language of built form Improve the amenities of the park and the area Improve connectivity to the park and to the amenities within Improve the look and feel of Preston Road Improve the frontage to Preston Park Celebrate the entry to Brighton city centre Provide much needed new private and affordable homes on the site, with a mix of sizes Create a pedestrian friendly junction Improve and extend the cycle routes Constraints Sensitive setting adjacent to two conservation areas (Preston Village and Preston Park Conservation Areas) Impact on views from Preston Park Massing and impact on light and views from neighbouring properties

Early thoughts and the design process We will use the

our design and planning process and it is vital to ensure

the surrounding area are properly considered.

site. Whilst no decisions have been made, we have

would be very interested in your thoughts, to ensure

URBAN PARK AS THE MAIN ELEMENT OF THE AREA PROVIDE NEW

VIEWS THROUGH BUILDING BLOCKS CREATE LEGIBLE LANDMARKS

5 Early thoughts and the design process We will use the identified constraints and opportunities to help inform our design and planning process and it is vital to ensure any features, constraints or opportunities of the site or the surrounding area are properly considered. It is also important to consider existing local designs or characteristics of the local area. We are at a very early stage in developing ideas for the site. Whilst no decisions have been made, we have identified a variety of different ideas below and we would be very interested in your thoughts, to ensure whatever we create fits in well for the benefit of everyone. Question: What are the positive elements that you would emphasise in the area? BREAK UP THE MASSING OF BUILT FORM AND EMPHASISE THE URBAN PARK AS THE MAIN ELEMENT OF THE AREA PROVIDE NEW PUBLIC OPEN SPACES THAT COMPLEMENTS PRESTON PARK CREATE VIEWS THROUGH BUILDING BLOCKS CREATE LEGIBLE LANDMARKS IMPROVE THE STREETSCAPE PUBLIC REALM AND CYCLE ROUTE IMPROVEMENTS CREATE ENCLOSURES, POCKET PARKS AND SEMI-PUBLIC SPACES COHERENT BUILT FORM PUBLIC REALM IMPROVEMENTS ENHANCING THE GREEN CHARACTER OF THE AREA

Feedback and next steps Thank you for taking the time to attend our first public Timescales consultation event for the redevelopment of Anston House.

Summer 2015 Review of initial feedback, early design work and meetings with Brighton & Hove Council Following today s event, we will review all feedback received and, where possible and

Winter 2015 Detailed design work and third public All of the written feedback we receive from this event will consultation on detailed designs be included in a Statement of Community Engagement

Spring 2016 Fourth public consultation (post planning Should you have any further questions, comments or if you submission) would like to discuss any aspect with the team following this event,

Freephone: 0800 148 8911 Email: feedback@firstbase-anstonhouse.co.

6 Feedback and next steps Thank you for taking the time to attend our first public Timescales consultation event for the redevelopment of Anston House. July 2015 First public consultation event We hope you found it useful, and would be grateful if you would take the time to submit a feedback form and tell us what you think. Summer 2015 Review of initial feedback, early design work and meetings with Brighton & Hove Council Following today s event, we will review all feedback received and, where possible and appropriate, incorporate this into Autumn 2015 Second public consultation on early ideas for the site the proposals as they develop. Winter 2015 Detailed design work and third public All of the written feedback we receive from this event will consultation on detailed designs be included in a Statement of Community Engagement that will be submitted to the council as part of the planning Early 2016 Submissionof a planning application application. Spring 2016 Fourth public consultation (post planning Should you have any further questions, comments or if you submission) would like to discuss any aspect with the team following this event, you are welcome to contact us using the details Late Summer/Autumn 2016 Planning decision due below. Early 2017 Work due to start on site Thank you. Freephone: feedback@firstbase-anstonhouse.co.uk Scheme Benefits We believe a number of benefits exist in the redevelopment of this site: Provision of much needed additional housing delivered in combination with a local housing provider; Redevelopment of a derelict brownfield site avoiding greater pressure on alternative sensitive sites; Improving local amenities and links; Delivery of a quality development in a landmark gateway location; An environmentally sustainable development; Substantial financial contributions towards local services; Additional construction employment and a boost to the local retail and leisure economy.

Welcome THE SITE PHASE 1 EXCLUSION ZONE.

Welcome THE SITE PHASE 1 EXCLUSION ZONE. THE SITE PHASE 1 Aerial view of the whole site with Phase 1 indictated Welcome Barratt London and Hyde Group are working with Pollard Thomas Edwards on redevelopment proposals for Harrow View East, part