FOCUS O DESIG About our development This drawing is the copyright of Focus On Design which is a trading name for Focus Design Partnership Ltd. o liability will be accepted for amendments by others to either the printed or digital format. Welcome to our public consultation This exhibition gives you the chance to view and comment on our detailed design proposals for the development of 62 new homes off Croft Road, Swindon. This drawing is the copyright of Focus On Design which is name for Focus Design Partnership Ltd. o liability will be acce amendments by others to either the printed or digital format. FOCUS O DESIG www.focusdp.com THE OLD BREWERY, LODWAY, PILL, BRISTOL BS20 ODH t:027 0 f:027 e:admin@focusdp.com 0 0 20 [m] THE OLD BREWERY, LODWAY, PILL, BRISTOL BS t:027 0 f:027 e:admin@focu Background - Swindon Borough Council s planning committee voted in favour of granting outline planning permission for this site in Autumn 207. We are now preparing to submit a reserved matters application which will agree the finalised design including the elevations of the houses and the landscaping schemes. In advance of this application, we welcome your views on our detailed design. All comments will be taken into consideration as we progress our plans. Site - The site area consists of.7 hectares of land, which is accessed via Croft Road and is currently a single field that comprises grassland, with some agricultural uses. It is bound by existing residential areas to the east with open fields to the north, west and south. East Wichel is situated nearby. The site is located on the edge of Swindon and is within a mile of Old Town, which provides a wide range of facilities including shops, places to eat, schools, health and leisure facilities. Key Facts The site is located off Croft Road, Swindon Site area is.7 hectares Taylor Wimpey is preparing a reserved matters application for 62 homes This will decide the final appearance of houses and the landscaping scheme The planning committee voted in favour of granting outline planning permission and we are now working on detailed design
Site considerations Information about the site we need to consider Before we started designing our detailed scheme, we reviewed all the studies, plans and drawings that formed part of the outline planning application. This included an assessment of the site and the surrounding area. The key opportunities and constraints from this assessment will continue to shape our final proposals. CYCLE WAY AD FOOTPATH (OLD RAILWAY LIE) WYVER CLOSE 9 FITZROY ROAD Topography - The existing topography gently rises from the west of the site to the east. Ground levels to the north of the site fall steeply to the south. The land within the site will only accommodate two storey dwellings apart from two properties that will be two-and-a-half storeys in the centre of the site. Existing Vegetation - Most of the site is grassland. The northern boundary of the proposal This drawing development is the copyright of Focus On Design follows which is a trading namea mature hedgerow which for Focus Design Partnership Limited. o liability will be accepted for amendments by others to either the printed or digital format. runs along the line of a small watercourse. Removing some vegetation to enhance the stream has been suggested. TPATH (OLD RAILWAY LIE) 6 AMBROSE ROAD Ecology - The ecological assessment shows there are hedgerows and some trees with ecological value. These habitats will be retained and enhanced where possible. There are no signs of bat roosts or badgers on the site. 0 WYVER CLOSE 9 9 LILEY CLOSE TO CITY CETRE Utilities - A surface rising main and a foul water sewer cross the site and both have been incorporated into the layout. Storm water runoff from the site will be discharged into the River Swinbourne via a new sewer to be KEY laid out in Croft Road. There is a known easement that existing runs buildings across the site. This has been accounted for in the layout. 2 main collector 2 road site boundary local roads cycle way / footpath CYCLE WAY AD FOOTPATH (OLD RAILWAY LIE) public footpath TISMEADS CRESET FITZROY ROAD KEY CROFT ROAD 6 7 bus stop vehicle access of the site potential pedestrian connection 6 6 2 TO WROUGHTO 2 CROFT ROAD AMBROSE ROAD LILEY CLOSE 2 6 7 site boundary existing buildings main collector road local roads cycle way / footpath public footpath bus stop vehicle access of the site potential pedestrian connection 9 0 2 6 slope direction slope direction existing settlement existing settlement edge edge 9 view to the view countryside to the countryside 0 relationship relationship to existingto existing buildings buildings existing water existing course water (off course site) (off site) 2 existing mature existing trees mature (off site) trees (off site) non-developable non-developable area - area - drainage network drainage network proposed foul proposed water foul water pumping station pumping station boundary of boundary wichelstowe of wichelstowe master 6plan master plan 0 We 0 Shall Ensure o adverse impact on existing ecology on site The existing hedgerow to the north of the site will be retained Surface and foul drainage is accounted for within the layout The north, east and west of the site will be bound by existing and new vegetation and trees TO CITY CETRE
About our development Approved Parameters At the outline application stage, a number of broad principles or parameters were agreed and approved when the application was granted consent. These principles are intended to shape the detailed layout at the reserved matters application stage. Site Boundary.7ha Residential Development Local Area of Play Illustrative Open Space Existing Drain Illustrative Masterplan V ib isib ilit y s ility pla spla y2 y.m 2. m x9 x 0m 90m Pumping station Vis Ex ist ing ist Pum ing p Pu Sta tio m p St n at ion 0 [m] 0 0 [m] BS20 ODH THE OLD0 BREWERY, LODWAY, BS20 ODH t:027 f:027 PILL, BRISTOL e:admin@focusdp.com t:027 0 f:027 e:admin@focusdp.com y2.m y2.m x9 0m O DESIG THE OLD BREWERY, LODWAY, PILL, BRISTOL x9 0m 0 FOCUS FOCUS O DESIG www.focusdp.com www.focusdp.com RivRi erver dada le le Cl Cl osos ee Vis Vis ibil ib ity ility sp sp lay la 2. y 2. m m x9 x 0m 90m Ex ib ilit ys pla Vis Vis ib ilit ys pla Ex ist ing Pu m St at ion THE OLD BREWERY, LODWAY, PILL, BRISTOL 0 0 [m] t:027 0 f:027 x9 m 2. O DESIG THE OLD BREWERY, LODWAY, PILL, BRISTOL 0 0 [m] t:027 0 f:027 www.focusdp.com e os Cl le BS20 ODH e:admin@focusdp.com FOCUS rd a Riv e Main parameters O DESIG Riv e rd a le FOCUS www.focusdp.com Cl os e Vis ib ility sp lay x9 m 2. Vis ib ility sp lay 0m Access and movement 0m Home storey heights p BS20 ODH e:admin@focusdp.com Residential density is up to 9 dwellings per hectare Mainly two storeys with two 2 ½ storey plots in the centre Prime access route will be Croft Road with pedestrian/cycle access from Ambrose Road Primary access to the site is from Croft Road, with a pedestrian/cycle access agreed from Ambrose Road
Development proposal Our Proposed Layout The image below shows the approved layout plan. It shows how we will lay out the properties and internal roads. The layout was approved as part of the outline planning permission and cannot be amended at reserved matters stage. Such features include: 62 ew Homes % Affordable Housing (9 homes) with a 70% rental homes / 0% shared ownership homes split Vehicle access from Croft Road and pedestrian/cycle access from Ambrose Road The proposed scheme includes a mix of two, three and four-bedroom houses. Existing hedgerow to the north will be retained
About our development External Appearance Our design seeks to create a high-quality environment that can fulfil the local need for market and affordable housing while respecting the character and heritage of the surrounding area. The images below illustrate how the new homes could look, showing examples of some of the architectural styles, features and building materials we are proposing to use. We welcome your comments on the design. An artist s impression of how the new homes could look at our proposed development.
About our development Landscape Design Landscape design is an important element of any new residential scheme. Retaining existing vegetation where possible, adds instant maturity to the scheme, whilst new landscaping helps to soften the impact of drainage features and create new habitat for wildlife. A landscaped buffer is incorporated, and lower density housing is provided along the western boundary of the application site. With planting, this will present a soft edge to the country park proposed as part of the Wichelstowe development. 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Ray. Shrub planting of native species will soften the character Entrance of the Drive: roadway and parking bays, and hedgerow vegetation will soften views from the 2 Entrance Drive: A clearly legible entrance route, south, including from Croft Road. Indicative tree strongly defined by hedgerow and tree planting on species: Acer Campestre 'Streetwise', Carpinus betulus, the Tilia south-western cordata 'Greenspire'. edge Indicative to the corridor shrub of the River species, Ray. evocative Shrub of planting river corridor of native character: species Salixwill soften the spp., Cornus character spp. of the roadway and parking bays, and hedgerow vegetation will soften views from the Principal Street south, including - Access from Route Croft Road. Indicative tree Immediate species: but softened Acer Campestre frontages of 'Streetwise', built form tocarpinus the street betulus, and footways Tilia cordata either side 'Greenspire'. of the Indicative shrub carriageway species, create evocative a positive of sense river of corridor entry to character: the Salix development. spp., Cornus Street tree spp. planting at corners creates legibility and punctuates extents of built form. Ornamental shrubs soften building frontages and Principal car parking. Street Indicative - Access tree species: Route Pyrus calleryana Chanticleer, Acer campestre Immediate but softened frontages of built form to Streetwise, the street Carpinus and betulus footways Frans either Fontaine. side of the carriageway create a positive sense of entry to the Principal Street development. - eighbourhood: Street tree planting at corners Softened creates surfacing legibility colour and treatment punctuates and shared extents of built surface at legible node in the layout creates form. Ornamental shrubs soften building frontages pedestrian-friendly environment. Informal street and car parking. Indicative tree species: Pyrus tree planting softens street character which is defined calleryana by tight frontages Chanticleer, of built form. Acer campestre Ornamental shrubs Streetwise, soften building Carpinus frontages betulus and car parking Frans Fontaine. and define spaces and routes on ground plane. Indicative tree species: Pyrus calleryana Principal Street - eighbourhood: Chanticleer, Carpinus betulus Frans Fontaine. Softened surfacing colour treatment and shared surface at legible node in the layout creates Lane - eighbourhood: pedestrian-friendly environment. Informal street Strong frontages of built form and car parking tree planting softens street character which is create active character, softened by shrub planting. Open views defined out to by open tight space frontages to west. of built form. Ornamental shrubs soften building frontages and car parking Lane - Ambrose and define Road spaces Linkand routes on ground plane. 6 street trees Indicative provide tree legibility species: of pedestrian Pyrus calleryana connection Chanticleer, with Ambrose Carpinus Road through betulus the Frans scheme Fontaine. and potentially, to the open space to the west, including inviting linkage landscaping at either end. 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Indicative tree species: Acer campestre, Refer to Focus On Design drawing 0600-02 draft issued 207-07-27 Betula pendula, Crateagus monogyna, Salix babylonica Pendula. Key Facts Contribution towards off site facilities Footpaths to link the site to existing area Reproduced from the Ordnance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller of HMSO. Crown Copyright Reserved. 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Economic benefits of development What will our development bring to the area? The benefits of the site include: We are proposing a residential development of 62 new homes in Swindon. The development will include a mix of different property sizes and styles. There will be 9 affordable homes on the site. ew development can bring many economic benefits to the local area and we have estimated these using UK-wide statistical data. The S06 (section 06) agreement is still waiting to be signed so the current economic benefits are estimates. Financial Contributions 6,000 Traffic regulation order - 6,000 towards the revision of parking restrictions adjacent to the proposed access junction 0,000 Children s play facilities - 0,000 towards new and/ or existing children s play facilities within the vicinity Community Infrastructure Levy Swindon Borough Council approved its CIL (Community Infrastructure Levy) in March 20. The CIL chargeable rate for standard residential build is per square metre. A total CIL payment of 2, will go into the local community as well as S06 contributions.
About Taylor Wimpey Who are Taylor Wimpey and what do we do? This image shows our development in Bristol. Taylor Wimpey was formed by the merger of George Wimpey and Taylor Woodrow in 2007. We can draw upon experience and best practice gathered over a history dating back to the 9th century. Today we are one of the largest homebuilders in the UK, completing over,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,0 homes in 206, of which 9% were affordable homes. In 206, through planning obligations, we invested 6m 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.
ext steps What we would like from you and what you can expect from us This image shows our development The Romans at Augusta Park. Thank you for attending today s exhibition. We hope you have found it useful, so please do ask any questions you may have to our team here today. We would like you to fill in a feedback form provided so we can take account of your views when finalising our proposals. Your views are important to help us develop the scheme and are very much appreciated. We will then be submitting our reserved matters application soon. Please leave completed feedback forms with a member of the project team today, or post to the following address: Rock Kitchen Harris 2 Pocklingtons Walk Leicester LE 6BU Alternatively, you can email your comments to: hello@rkh.co.uk From 2rd January you can also contact us via the web site at: You can also send your comments via the online Have your say form. All feedback should be returned by Monday th February. This image shows our development in Telford. Thank you for attending today, your views make a real difference
Frequently asked questions Some questions you may have What does Taylor Wimpey have permission to build? Taylor Wimpey received a resolution to grant outline planning permission for 62 dwellings for residential use from Swindon Borough Council in October 207. Of the 62 dwellings, % (9 homes) will be affordable housing with 70% of these being social rent and 0% shared ownership. The proposed scheme includes a mix of two, three and four-bedroom houses. It has been agreed that vehicle access will be from Croft Road only. There will, however, be an additional pedestrian/cycle-only access from Ambrose Road. This will ensure links to existing communities are maintained. We have also committed to retain the existing hedgerow to the north of the site. Planning permission has already been granted. Why are you holding a public exhibition now? The land off Croft Road was subject to a resolution to grant outline planning permission in October 207. This approved in principle development rights for the site, including a layout of 62 dwellings and highway access. We now need to gain approval for the reserved matters, which includes landscaping and what the homes will look like. This exhibition is being held to ensure that local residents and stakeholders have an opportunity to see our proposals and provide us with feedback in advance of a the reserved matters planning application being made. During the outline planning permission process it was requested that the site have a design code approved. Has this happened? o. Whilst this was put forward by some stakeholders and residents, a design code has not formed part of our approval. It was clear local residents did not want the site to be informally linked to Wichelstowe by using similar designs and materials. We are committed to working with residents on our final designs and are seeking their views during the exhibition and feedback process. Is this not just an extension of the Wichelstowe development? This development is a separate proposal. There will still be a distinct boundary between the site off Croft Road and that at Wichelstowe. At Croft Road this will include: 0,000 towards new and/or existing children s play facilities within the vicinity 6,000 towards the revision of parking restrictions adjacent to the proposed access junction 2, will go into the local community through the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) approved by Swindon Borough Council in March 20, based on the standard chargeable rate for residential build of per square metre Further contributions through the section 06 agreement How can I comment on your plans? Taylor Wimpey welcomes feedback from residents and stakeholders. You will be able to give your views on the day of the exhibition via a feedback form. Alternatively, you can post your feedback forms to: Rock Kitchen Harris, 2 Pocklingtons Walk, Leicester, LE 6BU Or email: hello@rkh.co.uk From 2rd January you can also contact us via the web site at: All feedback should be received by no later than Monday th February 20 to ensure it is included in our review. How can I get updates relating to the proposal? Information is available at www.taylorwimpey.co.uk/croftroad. The website has an option to sign up for updates regarding the proposed development. Further information will also be added to the webpage as the proposals develop. I would like to buy a house on this development. How can I register my interest? Taylor Wimpey will have representatives from our sales team available on the day of the exhibition. Alternatively, please see where you can register for updates. What benefits will Swindon see from this development? As well as 62 new properties entering the housing market in Swindon, of which 9 homes will be affordable, new developments can bring many economic benefits to the local area and economy.