Linden Homes Wates Developments Bricket Wood Exhibition Boards.Pdf

Proposals for land at Smug Oak Lane

BRICKET WOOD

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Welcome Welcome to Linden Homes and Wates Developments’ public exhibition. Working together as joint venture partners, we have acquired an interest in land at Smug Oak Lane, Bricket Wood. As you may be aware, outline planning permission was granted Today’s exhibition provides you with an opportunity to view and in March 2016 for the development of the site to provide up comment on the proposals prior to the submission of a reserved to a total of 138 new homes, which includes refurbishment matters planning application. to the Old Lodge and Hanstead House, and access via Smug We are keen to hear your views so please do take the opportunity Oak Lane. to speak to representatives of the project team and submit your The proposals on display today seek to develop the site with comments on the feedback forms provided. 129 new homes, 22 of which are proposed to be classified Thank you for your interest and for taking the time as affordable housing. to attend today’s event.

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Wates Group and Wates Developments Linden Homes Wates Group is one of the largest privately-owned Linden Homes is the country’s fifth largest housebuilder. construction, development and property services companies We are the housebuilding division of Galliford Try, one of the UK’s leading construction companies. in the UK. Wates employs over 4,000 people and works with more than 10,000 supply-chain operatives and partners to We are based in Harefield, Uxbridge and are one of 11 successfully deliver our projects throughout the UK. Wates regional offices that operate right across England, from has a vision to become the most trusted partner in the built Cornwall to Northumberland. environment, leaving a positive legacy for the communities With a reputation for high quality developments in prime in which we work and live. locations, Linden Homes strives to create sustainable new developments. We were awarded the NHBC Pride in the Job Wates Developments specialises in land, planning and residential Quality Award in 2017, Silver at the What House? Awards in development throughout southern England. Our business holds a 2016 for Sustainable Developer of the Year as well as Best large and growing portfolio of potential residential development Large Housebuilder at The Brick Awards in 2016. We are land and our team focuses on securing valuable planning proud of this recognition from within the industry. consents in sustainable locations. Engaging with local communities is central to the work that Once consented we may sell our land or invest in residential we do. We understand that if we are to deliver houses that development schemes through long established joint ventures not only meet the aspirations of those who seek to live in with leading UK house builders, such as Linden Homes, across them but also enhance the existing neighbourhood, then the south of England. we need to talk to and engage with local people. We believe that the building and selling of new homes is By seeking out local knowledge and listening to local an expertise and as such we choose our partners carefully. opinion, we are able to build a fuller picture. We can Having developed some of the best sites in southern England, identify the wider benefits that developments can bring to the existing community. we remain focused on ensuring our new houses become new homes. By creating outstanding teams of both our own people, leading housebuilders and consultants, we engage positively with stakeholders and secure valuable planning consents, delivering new investments, homes, infrastructure and sustainable communities.

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Located in the district of St Albans, the site lies to the east of Bricket Wood and 4.5 miles to the south of St Albans town centre. The M25 lies north of the site. Bricket Wood train station is within a five minute walk of the site to the east. The site contains a number of buildings associated with the The outline planning permission states that access is to be via former HSBC Training Centre, formal gardens and open parkland Smug Oak Lane with all other matters of landscaping, layout, with a large ‘man made’ lake to the north. scale and appearance to be determined by a future reserved matters planning application. Outline planning permission was granted in March 2016 for the redevelopment of the site to provide up to a total of 138 new The illustrative masterplan shown below was submitted homes, which includes refurbishment to the Old Lodge and as part of the approved outline planning application. Hanstead House, and access via Smug Oak Lane.

Outline masterplan

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Reserved Matters masterplan

Linden Homes and Wates Developments’ proposals seek to develop the site with: What are reserved matters? Reserved matters are the design details of • An attractive mix of 129 new homes, comprising 1, 2, 3, 4 layout, scale, appearance and landscaping and 5 bed dwellings. that were reserved for future agreement by • Of the 129 homes, 22 homes are proposed to be classified as the Council. affordable housing. This was previously agreed as part of the All of these reserved matters are yet to be outline planning consent. determined by the Council and are therefore • Tree lined avenues running through the development. part of this application. Matters such as the principle of development on the site, the point • Retention of existing trees and landscape features and the of vehicular access and the total number of introduction of significant landscaping to enhance the overall homes that can be built on the site were agreed parkland setting of the development. as part of the outline planning consent. While • Retention of the local heritage assets, Hanstead House and garden Linden Homes and Wates Developments’ and the Grade II listed, Yule Mausoleum. proposals closely follow the concept developed for the Outline masterplan, as shown on the The scheme would deliver numerous benefits to the local community previous board, the reserved matters proposals and St Albans City & District Council through the Government’s New do not extend to the parameters of what is Homes Bonus Scheme and a comprehensive Section 106 package allowed for within the outline consent. comprising: The total proposed volume and floorspace is below the amount illustrated on the approved • Education, healthcare, childcare, greenspace, highways and public outline plans. transport contributions.

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Proposed streetscenes

Design The proposals comprise: • Seven distinct character areas. • An attractive mix of 129 new homes. • Conversion and extension of Hanstead House and the Old Lodge. • A mixture of apartments, terraced, detached and semi-detached homes. • The elevations above are indicative of the style proposed. The intention is to create a development that is identifiable • Building heights range from 2-4 storeys across as part of Bricket Wood. the development.

Landscape proposals • The landscape proposals respond to the existing parkland • The parkland setting and formal gardens associated with setting and are sensitive to the wider local landscape character. Hanstead House will be restored with the area of grassland and trees to the south of Smug Oak Lane providing • The landscape strategy utilises the existing vegetation additional amenity space and access to the lakes. to create an enhanced green setting for the proposed housing areas and enables a green infrastructure network • A new woodland buffer is proposed which will enhance that improves connectivity, assists in habitat creation and the rural setting from Drop Lane and encourage wildlife. provides opportunities for recreation. • The western park will include a footpath and links to • The majority of the trees across the site will be retained a recreation / play area overlooked by the apartments including the avenues from Smug Oak Lane and Drop Lane. to the north of the area. Elsewhere new trees, shrubs and hedges will be planted to • It is proposed to retain Hanstead Wood as a community complement the residential architectural style and enhance woodland promoting community, education and nature the overall parkland setting of the development. conservation benefits. • The lakes will continue to be managed to ensure adequate drainage and enhanced bio-diversity across the site.

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Access and circulation plan

Drainage Highways and access • A flood risk & drainage strategy was approved as part of • The location of the vehicular access to the site from the outline planning application. The principles of this will Smug Oak Lane was agreed as part of the Outline be expanded upon as part of the reserved matters planning planning permission. application and will inform the adoption of a surface water • A Comprehensive Transport Assessment was submitted drainage strategy that complies with the Council’s guidance. to Hertfordshire County Council , as part of the outline • The rate of discharge will not exceed but may improve the planning application. calculated rate of discharge from the existing site. • All properties would have parking in line with the • Sustainable Drainage Systems (SUDS) principles will be Council’s standards. employed in the design to restrict the rate of flow from the • Access and leisure routes within the site and connecting site and improve the long-term drainage position on the site. to the network of public footpaths and bridleways are • The drainage network has been carefully modelled to ensure proposed to encourage healthy and active lifestyles. that the flow is restricted so that flooding is not caused on either • The development is situated in a sustainable location, the new development or downstream of the site and that all located within a short walking distance of Bricket Wood. peak storms can be accommodated within the onsite system, up to a 1 in 100 year event including the effects of climate change.

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Linden Homes and Wates Developments’ investment in St Albans Mosaic, Victoria Street, St Albans Since 2006, Linden Homes and Wates Developments have Linden Homes has also provided 400 homes in St Albans worked together on 23 joint venture residential schemes in at Mosaic, Victoria Street. England, providing 3,992 high-quality new homes. Details • 400 new homes of which over 100 are classified as of one of the schemes can be found below: affordable housing, delivering much needed housing King Harry Park, St Albans in the district. • 150 new homes of which 53 are classified as affordable • A significant contribution towards local services and housing, delivering much needed housing in the district. infrastructure through a Section 106 agreement. • A total investment in the scheme by Linden Homes and • The creation of a number of new jobs during the Wates Developments of £60m. construction period. A development of 400 homes would require a workforce of 600 people.* • A contribution towards local services and infrastructure of £3.76m through a Section 106 agreement. Victoria Street, St Albans was a former Network Rail surface car park which Linden Homes replaced with a high-quality, • A new footpath to St Albans as part of the off-site works. mixed-use scheme that has become a focal point in the • The creation of a number of new jobs during the construction neighbourhood. The scheme provided 400 high-quality new period. A development of 150 homes would require a workforce homes and a multi-storey car park. The site also includes a of 225 people.* landmark building at the centre. With 150 new homes, including 53 affordable homes, Linden Homes believes the development has improved the King Harry Park is an exciting development in St Albans. streetscape by regenerating a previously unattractive area. King Harry Park is a high-quality, contemporary development As part of the planning permission, Linden Homes made designed to embrace its surroundings. It provides desirable significant financial contributions towards local infrastructure homes for those who live there, with an attractive street scene through the Community Infrastructure Levy. for everyone who passes by. Linden Homes and Wates Developments’ approach was to create a façade that reflects and complements the existing features of the area. Linden Homes and Wates Developments conducted an extensive period of consultation with the community prior to the submission of a planning application. This reflects their shared commitment to engaging with local people in the areas they are seeking to develop. * Professor Michael Ball, Reading University, The Labour Needs of Extra Housing Output

King Harry Park, St Albans Mosaic, Victoria Street, St Albans

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The development of Linden Homes and Wates Developments’ scheme at Smug Oak Lane would deliver a number of important benefits to the local community and St Albans City and District Council including: • Financial contributions towards local services, affordable • The creation of a number of new jobs during the construction housing and infrastructure through the Section 106. period. A development of 129 homes would require a workforce of 194 people.* • On site open space and public open spaces to include a play area for children. • Opportunities for local people seeking apprenticeships in the building industry. • Significant investment into the local economy through the development of the site. • Highly energy efficient homes using the fabric first approach, helping to reduce the cost of utility bills. • The provision of much needed affordable housing for local people. * Professor Michael Ball, Reading University, The Labour Needs of Extra Housing Output (2005) • New Homes Bonus payments to St Albans City and District Council. The money is provided un-ringfenced.

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Next steps June / July 2018: Thank you for taking the time to attend today’s exhibition • Public consultation on proposals about Linden Homes and Wates Developments’ proposals to develop land at Smug Oak Lane, Bricket Wood.

We hope that you found the event helpful and informative. July / August 2018: We would be grateful if you would take the time to complete one of the comment forms available. • Review all comments received Following the exhibition, the project team will review the • Finalise planning application feedback received prior to submitting a reserved matters • Submission of a reserved matters planning application planning application. You will have a further opportunity to provide comments to the Council during the statutory consultation period that will be held following the formal submission of the planning application. August - September 2018: Thank you for attending. • Statutory consultation period • Ongoing local engagement If you have any questions or would like to discuss the proposals at any point, please contact us using the details provided below: Freephone information line: 0800 298 7040 October / November 2018: Website: www.lindenhomes.co.uk/community/oaklane Email: [email protected] • Likely determination of the planning application

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