Planning StatementReport
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Army Basing Programme
Garrison ‘Priority Works’ – Perham Down Officers’ Single Living Accommodation January 2015
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Defence Infrastructure Organisation Planning Statement
CONTENTS
1. Introduction ...... 1 2. The Application Site and Surroundings ...... 5 3. The Proposed Development ...... 8 4. Relevant Planning Policy ...... 10 5. Key Planning Issues ...... 18 6. Conclusion ...... 30
Appendices
Appendix I Wiltshire Council EIA Screening Opinion Appendix II LVIA Viewpoints
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1. Introduction
1.1 This Planning Statement has been prepared by GVA for Aspire Defence Capital Works (‘Aspire’) in conjunction with the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (‘DIO’) on behalf of the Secretary of State for Defence (‘the applicant’). Its purpose is to set out the planning case in support of a detailed planning application for a Officers Single Living Accommodation (SLA) block (‘the Proposed Development’) at Swinton Barracks, Perham Down.
Background
1.2 In March 2013, the Secretary of State for Defence announced the Regular Army Basing Plan. This set out the future laydown of Army units in the UK consistent with the Army 2020 (‘A2020’) future operating model, and also confirmed the drawdown of all units from Germany by 2020.
1.3 The Plan has since transitioned into a delivery programme known as the Army Basing Programme (‘ABP’). This will affect most areas of the Army, as more than 100 units will either relocate, re-role, convert or disband over the next six years. It is therefore critical to UK Defence.
1.4 As part of the relocation of units, around 4,300 extra Service personnel and their families will be relocated to Salisbury Plain Training Area (‘SPTA’) between now and 2020. To support this move, there is a need for significant investment in the MoD estate to provide new and refurbished facilities to support the units, service personnel and their families.
1.5 DIO has been liaising closely with Wiltshire Council since mid-2012 on preparing and planning for the increase in unit numbers and associated unit moves. This has culminated in the preparation of the Salisbury Plain Masterplan (‘the Masterplan’), which establishes the constraints and opportunities for new development, as well as providing an overview of where development will take place and the additional infrastructure that is needed.
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1.6 The statutory bodies and other relevant stakeholders have been consulted at every stage of the Masterplan’s preparation, and a series of public consultation events have also been held. In October 2014, Wiltshire Council’s Strategic Planning Committee confirmed that the completed Masterplan is a material consideration in the determination of subsequent planning applications, such as this one.
1.7 This application is one of a first tranche of applications pursuant to the Masterplan, which seek to secure planning permission for a series of ‘Priority Works’ necessary to facilitate a number of early unit moves and in-situ re-roles, and thus achieve the overall ABP delivery programme. Subsequent apllications will be made for the balance of the ABP development.
Land Ownership
1.8 The application site comprises a single parcel of land within the boundary of Swinton Barracks, which is outlined in red on the submitted Site Location Plan. The total application site area is approximately 0.26 hectares.
1.9 All of the land comprising the application site is entirely within the ownership of the applicant. Accordingly, Certificate A has been completed.
Form and Content of the Application
1.10 The application is submitted in detailed form and, in addition to this Planning Statement, comprises the following:
Duly completed application forms and certificate;
Design and Access Statement;
Arboricultural Method Statement; and
Application plans, including:
- Site Location Plan
- Existing Site Plan;
- Proposed Site Plan
- Proposed Elevations;
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- Proposed Floor Plans;
- Proposed Roof Plans; and
- Levels Information.
Environmental Impact Assessment
1.11 The application has previously been ‘Screened’ under the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2011. A copy of the Council’s formal Screening Opinion is provided at Appendix I. This concludes that the ‘Priority Works’ at Swinton Barracks, including the Proposed Development, do not constitute EIA development. An Environmental Statement has not therefore been submitted in support of this application.
Consultation
1.12 The Proposed Development is consistent with the Masterplan, which was subject to extensive stakeholder and public consultation throughout its preparation, including:
Regular engagement with Wiltshire Council;
Early engagement with statutory bodies and key stakeholders, having particular regard to the sensitive environmental context of the SPTA;
Initial public consultation on the scope of the Masterplan (Nov-Dec 2013); and
Formal public consultation through a series of exhibitions and the provision of information through the gov.uk and Wiltshire Council websites (Feb-Mar 2014).
1.13 Accordingly, it has been agreed with Wiltshire Council that there is no requirement for additional pre-application public consultation in respect of this application.
Report Structure
1.14 Following this introduction, the remainder of the Planning Statement is structured as follows:
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Section 2 describes the application site and its surroundings;
Section 3 provides a description of the Proposed Development;
Section 4 summarises the relevant planning policy framework;
Section 5 considers the planning issues raised by the Proposed Development; and
Section 6 highlights the reasons why planning permission should be granted.
Contacts
1.15 Should you require any further information, please contact:
Nick Harrison Director T 0121 609 8722 E [email protected]
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2. The Application Site and Surroundings
Location
2.1 SPTA is the largest military training area in the UK and consists of around 390 square km of land owned by the MoD. The Plain is a protected habitat of international value and renowned as an historic landscape with many designated heritage assets. The area in and around Salisbury Plain hosts a number of military camps, including Warminster, Bulford, Tidworth, Upavon, Larkhill and Perham Down.
2.2 Swinton Barracks is situated on the eastern edge of the SPTA approximately 2.8km east of Tidworth and 3km south west of Ludgershall. The Camp covers an area of approximately 35.1 hectares, and is accessed from Tidworth Road, which bisects the site east to west. It comprises a mix of living, office, technical and training accommodation, together with other ancillary buildings, hardstanding, parking and sports facilities.
2.3 The application site comprises a single parcel of land within the boundary of the Barracks, which has been used as a military establishment since 1899, when it was initially a temporary military camp. The first permanent military structures were constructed in 1915, and in recent years the site has been substantially redeveloped and modernised under the Project Allenby Connaught (PAC) PFI.
Surroundings
2.4 Swinton Barracks is bounded to the north and west by the site of the former Fowler and Busigny Barracks (demolished in 1982), and to the south and east by existing MoD Service Families Accommodation (SFA). Otherwise the site does not adjoin any wider built-up area.
2.5 The Camp lies within the sensitive landscape of Salisbury Plain. This is a predominantly rural setting, comprising a mix of high quality arable and pastoral agricultural fields to the north and east; and rough downland calcareous grassland to the west and south.
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2.6 The North Wessex Downs AONB lies to the north and east, just over 2kms from the Camp’s northern boundary.
2.7 Substantial areas of woodland also exist to the north of the camp at Collingbourne Wood and to the south at Furze Hill. Other notable areas include the woodland belt aligning with the western boundary of the Camp (which screens views from Lambdown Terrace) and the strand of planting to the northeast near Somme Road.
2.8 The mature trees and mixed woodland plantations in proximity to the Camp combine to create a strong landscape framework, and it is enclosed by a ridge to the west made up of a series of hills (including Windmillhill Down, Pickpit Hill, Furze Hill and Warren Hill).
Existing Site Conditions
2.9 In constrast with its surroundings, the Camp is largely enclosed and compact, and heavily characterised by the existing built development of significant scale.
2.10 The application site lies south of Tidworth Road. It comprises an area of largely woodland plantation, and is bounded:
To the north by existing Mess buildings (SW0001 and SW0003) and access onto Tidworth Road ;
To the east and west by semi-private gardens associated with the existing Mess buildings; and
To the south by existing woodland plantation.
2.11 There is a gentle slope of approximately 1.5m across the application site from a high point of approximately 134.0m at its northern end to a low of approximately 132.5m at the southern end.
2.12 The application site lies entirely within the Chute Forest (KDLCA_6) Landscape Character Area, which is summarised in the Kennet District Landscape Assessment as:
“A block of chalk upland landscape which forms the eastern end of Salisbury Plain and is defined to the west by the Bourne Valley, to the north by a steep north-facing
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scarp and to the east and south by the District boundary… Extensive areas of woodland and a dense network of hedgerows and trees… distinguish this area from the more open landscape of the Plain. …Military activity is much less conspicuous in this area and is largely confined to the south-western corner around the settlements of Ludgershall and Tidworth.”
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3. The Proposed Development
3.1 This application seeks planning permission for a SLA block at Swinton Barracks, in order to facilitate early unit moves and in-situ re-roles forming part of the ABP. An overview of the Proposed Development is provided below. Further information is provided in the submitted application plans and Design and Access Statement.
Layout
3.2 The Proposed Development is sited between and to the rear of two existing Mess building (SW0001 and SW0003), where it will avoid overlooking into and from windows in the existing buildings, and achieve the required counter terrorism offset from the fenceline at the road. The building is entered from the north. No bin store is proposed, as it is intended to utilise the existing refuse storage area within the courtyards to the existing Messes. Covered cycle parking is, however, proposed close to the building entrance at at a ratio of 1:4, with additional capacity available should it be required.
Scale
3.3 The proposed SLA block stands 2 storeys in height, and provides 13 Junior Officer bedrooms and 2 Senior Officer bedrooms and living rooms, all of which have ensuite shower rooms. In addition, there is a baggage store on the ground floor, together with utility and drying rooms on both the ground and first floors. The existing Mess buildings flanking the proposed SLA block are of similar height. The total floorspace proposed is 682 sqm (GEA).
Appearance
3.4 The external appearance of the proposed SLA block relates directly to the existing Mess building so that all 3 read as a unified entity. The proposed SLA block therefore has a simple pitched roof with hipped ends, and external walls of facing brickwork. The windows are sash style twin top hung, emphasised with a brick soldier course flat arch at window head.
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Landscaping
3.5 The landscape proposals have been designed so as to create a coherent look and feel, that integrates the Proposed Development with its context. Rows of new tree planting, one to either side of the Proposed Development, and a new Beech hedge enclosing a semi-private garden area, are proposed, together with ground cover shrub planting to screen the bicycle shelter.
3.6 The Proposed Development will necessitate the partial removal of an existing woodland block (some 2,000 sqm) of moderate quality trees (BS5837). However, a woodland belt of approximately 15-20m in width will be retained on the southern boundary, extending eastwards behind the adjoining Mess. This will screen the Proposed Development from views outside the Camp to the south (Lamdown Furze).
Access
3.7 The Proposed Development is sited off Tidworth Road, and will utilise the existing access. New pedestrian routes are proposed, which have regard to the likely desire lines of the buildings’ occupants. These paths will be at least 2m wide, and paving materials have been selected that are suitable for wheelchair users and ambulant disabled people. Car parking is provided in existing car parks in the vicinity of the site.
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4. Relevant Planning Policy
4.1 Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 states that planning applications should be determined in accordance with the statutory Development Plan unless material considerations indicate otherwise.
4.2 In this case, the statutory Development Plan is the Kennett Local Plan 2011.
The Development Plan
4.3 The Kennet Local Plan 2011 was adopted in June 2004, and is the statutory Development Plan for the east area of Wiltshire (formerly Kennet District). In September 2007, the Secretary of State issued a direction that certain policies of the Local Plan could be ‘saved’ to inform decisions on planning applications. These policies remain relevant pending the adoption of the emerging Wiltshire Core Strategy.
4.4 Perham Down lies within an area defined as ‘countryside’ where Policy NR6 restricts development unless it is permitted by other policies of the Local Plan or is demonstrated to be of benefit to either the rural economy or the social well-being of the local community. There are no site-specific policies for the Camp, or policies relating specifically to military development. However, general development management policies of relevance are:
Policy PD1, which seeks to ensure that new development is of a high standard and maintains or enhances the character, appearance and environmental quality of the surrounding area;
Policy AT1, which establishes a list of transport related criteria that all development proposals should address, where appropriate;
Policy NR3, which seeks to protect local nature sites from the adverse effects of development, including Areas of High Ecological Value, Local Nature Reserves, Sites of Nature Conservation Importance, Regionally Important Geological / Geomorphological Sites, or habitats / species targeted in local or national Biodiversity Action Plans.
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Policy NR7, which states that development that is likely to have a significant adverse effect upon the landscape will not be permitted; and
Policy HH1, which states that planning permission will not be granted for development which would have an adverse impact on archaeological deposits of national importance. Sites of significant regional or local importance are also protected.
National Planning Policy
4.5 The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) sets out the Government’s planning policies for England and how they are expected to be applied by local planning authorities. The policies contained within the NPPF are a material consideration in the determination of planning applications.
4.6 The purpose of the planning system is defined in the NPPF as being to contribute to the achievement of sustainable development (paragraph 6), which is identified as having 3 dimensions – economic, social and environmental (paragraph 7).
4.7 Whilst the NPPF does not change the statutory status of the Development Plan as the starting point for decision-making, it does establish a presumption in favour of sustainable development (paragraph 14). For decision-taking this means:
Approving development proposals that accord with the development plan without delay; and
Where the development plan is absent, silent or relevant policies are out of date, granting permission, unless:
- Any adverse impacts of doing so would significantly and demonstrably outweigh the benefits, when assessed against the policies in the NPPF taken as a whole, or
- Specific policies in the NPPF indicate development should be restricted.
4.8 The NPPF (paragraph 17) also sets out a list of core land-use planning principles to underpin decisiontaking. Those of particular relevance to this application are:
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To make every effort to objectively identify and then meet the development needs of an area, and respond positively to wider opportunities for growth;
To always seek to secure high quality design and a good standard of amenity for all existing and future occupants of land and buildings;
To take account of the different roles and character of different areas;
To support the transition to a low carbon future in a changing climate, taking full account of flood risk, and encourage the reuse of existing resources, including the conversion of existing buildings, and encourage the use of renewable resources;
To contribute to conserving and enhancing the natural environment and reducing pollution;
To encourage the effective use of land by reusing land that has been previously developed (brownfield land), provided that it is not of high environmental value;
To promoted mixed use developments;
To conserve heritage assets in a manner appropriate to their significance, so that they can be enjoyed for their contribution to the quality of life of this and future generations; and
To actively manage patterns of growth to make the fullest possible use of public transport, walking and cycling, and focus significant development in locations which are or can be made sustainable.
4.9 Other policy themes in the NPPF that are relevant to this application include:
Ensuring that the planning system does everything it can to support sustainable economic growth and does not act as an impediment (paragraph 19);
Supporting a pattern of development which facilitates the use of sustainable modes of transport (paragraph 30);
Promoting a mix of uses in order to provide opportunities to undertake day-to-day activities including work on site (paragraph 38);
Achieving high quality and inclusive design for all development (paragraph 57);
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Ensuring that developments:
- Will function well and add to the overall quality of the area;
- Establish a strong sense of place;
- Optimise the potential of the site to accommodate development and create and sustain an appropriate mix of uses;
- Respond to local character and history, and reflect the identity of local surroundings and materials; and
- Are visually attractive as a result of good architecture and appropriate landscaping (paragraph 58);
Encouraging the effective use of land by re-using land that has been previously developed (brownfield land), provided that it is not of high environmental value (paragraph 111);
Aiming to conserve and enhance biodiversity, and adequately mitigating / compensating for any significant harm resulting from development, where that harm cannot be avoided (paragraph 118);
Ensuring that the site is suitable for its new use taking into account ground conditions (paragraph 121);
Avoiding noise giving rise to significant adverse impacts on health and quality of life as a result of new development (paragraph 123);
Applying great weight to the conservation of designated heritage assets (paragraph 132) and weighing any harm against the public benefits of the proposal (paragraph 134); and
Making a balanced judgement in weighing applications that affect non- designated heritage assets, having regard to the scale of the harm or loss and the significance of the heritage asset (paragraph 135).
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Other Material Considerations
Wiltshire Core Strategy
4.10 A new county-wide Core Strategy is currently at Examination. Once adopted this will replace the existing 4 district Local Plans covering Wiltshire.
4.11 Paragraph 216 of the NPPF states that weight may be given to relevant policies in emerging plans in decision-taking.
4.12 Accordingly, in determining this application, regard should be had to Core Policy 37 of the Core Strategy (Pre-Submission, February 2012). This states that:
“New development and changes of use at operational facilities that help enhance or sustain their operational capability will be supported.”
4.13 And that:
“Development at operational… sites should enhance the overall character of the site… mitigate any adverse impacts on local infrastructure, and not erode the character of the surrounding area. All proposals must ensure that the cultural and historical significance of the military facilities located on the site are understood and inform the scope of future development of that site.”
4.14 Other general development management policies of relevance are:
Policy CP50, which states that sustainable development will avoid direct and indirect impacts upon local conservation sites, and that damage or disturbance will generally be unacceptable. Development proposals affecting local sites must contribute to their favourable management in the long term, and demonstrate how they protect, and where possible enhance, features of nature conservation or geological value. Where such features cannot be retained, the ecological impacts should be mitigated as far as possible, and appropriate compensatory measures secured to ensure no net loss of biodiversity. All development should seek opportunities to enhance biodiversity. Once adopted, this policy will replace Policy NR3 in the Kennet Local Plan
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Policy CP57, which requires that all new development demonstrate a high standard of design and create a strong sense of place, drawing on the local context and being complementary to the locality. Once adopted, this policy will replace Policy PD1 in the Kennet Local Plan;
Policy CP58, which states that development should protect, conserve and where possible enhance the historic environment, and should not have an unacceptable impact on the significance of designated or other locally or regionally significant non-designated heritage assets. Once adopted, this policy will replace Policy HH1 in the Kennet Local Plan; and
Policies CP61 and CP62, which state that new development should be located and designed to reduce the need to travel and to encourage the use of sustainable travel alternatives, and that appropriate mitigation measures should be provided to offset any adverse impacts on the transport network. Once adopted, these policies will replace Policy AT1 in the Kennet Local Plan.
The Salisbury Plain Masterplan
4.15 The Salisbury Plan Masterplan was formally recognised by the Wiltshire Council Strategic Planning Committee on 30 July 2014 as a critical background document to be taken into account in the determination of subsequent planning applications.
4.16 The Masterplan establishes the scale and location of development necessary to deliver the ABP, both inside and outwith the Garrisons, and is supported by an Overarching Environmental Appraisal (OEA) prepared to EIA standards, which considers both the likely significant and cumulative effects of the whole ABP for Salisbury Plain. A plan level Habitat Regulations Assessment (HRA) was carried out in connection with the Salisbury Plain Masterplan and finalised in October 2014. An Outline Transport Assessment (OTA) and Framework Travel Plan have also been prepared in support of the Masterplan.
4.17 In respect of the required development inside the Garrisons, the Masterplan identifies the need for new build and refurbishment works to provide, inter alia, :
Single Living Accommodation (SLA);
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Mess accommodation;
Dining facilities;
Offices;
Stores;
Garaging and workshops;
Education and training facilities;
Physical training and recreation facilities; and
Welfare facilities, including medical and dental centres.
4.18 Development zones are identified within each Garrison, together with details of the development proposed in each zone. This includes the broad land use category – living, technical, office / training, and welfare – the approximate number of buildings to be constructed, and proposed building heights within each zone. It also shows how the development zones relate to and reinforce the existing land use zoning that was established through PAC, and where demolitions are likely to be required.
4.19 This application for new build SLA at Perham Down is entirely consistent with the Masterplan, which identifies a zone of new build living accommodation, comprising a single buildings of up to 2 storeys in height, in the location of the application site. Accordingly, the impact of the Proposed Development has been assessed within the OEA and OTA.
Salisbury Plain SPA and SAC
4.20 Salisbury Plain is designated as both a Special Protection Area and Special Area of Conservation (SAC) under European legislation, notably for the populations of stone curlew, common quail and hen harrier, and for the chalk grassland habitat, one of the largest remaining areas of calcareous grassland in north-western Europe. The SAC is also designated for juniper formations on heaths, semi-natural dry grassland and scrubland facies and the marsh fritillary butterfly. Much of the natural environment is also protected through its designation as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its
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populations of rare bumblebee species, and many rare birds, plants and invertebrates.
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5. Key Planning Issues
5.1 This Section considers the key planning issues raised by the development in order to demonstrate how the Proposed Development satisfies the 3 dimensions – economic, social and environmental - of sustainable development (NPPF, paragraph 7).
Economic
5.2 As acknowledged in the Council’s report Military Presence and Economic Significance in the South West Region (March 2009), the military presence in Wiltshire already plays a key role in the local economy, both through direct employment and employment in local commercial services which are largely military-dependent.
5.3 The Proposed Development forms part of a £1.6 bn national programme of investment in the Defence estate, a significant proportion of which will be focused on SPTA. Accordingly, the Proposed Development will:
Directly support the delivery of additional military employment;
Generate new civilian employment opportunities within defence;
Provide for secondary employment opportunities within the local economy;
Create temporary jobs within the construction industry; and
Generate growth in the local economy through increased spending.
Social
Design Quality
5.4 The design rationale for the Proposed Development is described in the submitted Design and Access Statement. In summary, the Proposed Development has been designed to respect the established character of the Camp, and sited so as to reinforce the current land-use zoning established through PAC, thus improving the overall functionality of the Garrison. It will also achieve the Defence Related
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Environmental Assessment Method (DREAM) “excellent” rating, incorporating into the design measures such as sustainably sourced timber (FSC), efficient boilers and water fittings (single flush, low flow shower head, systemisers for urinals), sustainable drainage systems, energy efficient lighting controls and fittings, automatic meter reading and a low water demand landscape.
5.5 Accordingly, it is considered that the requirements of Local Plan Policy PD1 and Core Strategy Policy CP57 have been met, as well the NPPF requirement to achieving high quality and inclusive design which will, inter alia, function well and add to the overall quality of the area (paragraphs 57 and 58).
Welfare and Recreation
5.6 The Proposed Development provides living accommodation for single Service personnel working on the Camp. The MoD provides all military personnel with on-site primary Medical and Dental services and catering, as well as sports and recreation facilities. Consequently, there will be no significant additional demands on local community services or facilities arising from the Proposed Development.
Air Quality
5.7 The site occupies a largely rural setting, away from significant sources of air pollution. Defra background modelling shows a large margin between annual mean nitrogen dioxide and inhalable particulate matter concentrations and the relevant National Air Quality Objectives (NAQOs), which is more than sufficient to accommodate any additional emissions associated with the Proposed Development.
5.8 There will be fugitive emissions of particulate matter (visible dust and PM10) from construction activities. However, the impacts with respect to health and amenity are unlikely to be significant with the implementation of good construction practices.
Noise
5.9 A Noise Feasibility Study (Capita Acoustics, November 2013) has been carried out on site. Noise from on-site vehicle movements and maintenance activities is audible on
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Camp, whilst the most significant external source of noise is Somme Road to the east. Tidworth Road is less heavily trafficked but still audible towards the south of the Camp.
5.10 Measured 5-minute Laeq levels range from 47dB to 60dB in the daytime, and therefore recommended levels from BS 8233 and the World Health Organisation are expected to be satisfied.
5.11 Futhermore, as the Proposed Development comprises living accommodation for single Service personnel, which will be sited well away from existing residential properties bounding the Camp, it is unlikely that it will give rise to any adverse impacts on local amenity.
Cultural Heritage
5.12 The Camp has been significantly redeveloped under PAC. This construction work and archives covering previous fieldwork at Perham Down support the evaluation of archaeological potential within the application site.
5.13 An Archaeological Desk-based Assessment and site visit was carried out during October 2013, followed by a Phase 1 Built Heritage Assessment completed in 2014. An archaeological watching brief has also been maintained throughout July and August 2014, with archaeologists on-site to inspect geotechnical and contamination field excavations within the application site.
5.14 A single Scheduled Monument – earthwork at Lambdown – is situated adjacent to the Camp, and shares intervisibility with the application site. This probable prehistoric linear boundary survives beyond the southern boundary of the application site, but has been largely levelled and overbuilt by the military camp in the early 20th century, which has adversely affected its significance. Within a 5km zone around the camp there are 58 Scheduled Monuments, as well as 3 Grade I and 3 Grade II* Listed Buildings. On account of the topography and intervening buildings and trees, no meaningful intervisibility could be established with any of these monuments. There are no Grade I or II* Registered Parks and Gardens, Conservation Areas or World Heritage Sites within this zone.
5.15 There is the potential for buried archaeological remains within the application site, although much of the shallow ground within the application site will have been
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disturbed by earlier (now removed) buildings and recent training activities. Extensive intrusive investigation has yet to be undertaken, but the geotechnical and contamination field investigation involved the excavation of 26 test pits. No features or deposits of archaeological interest were encountered..
5.16 Construction work can also cause damage to or loss of any buried archaeological features which may be present within the site. Potential adverse residual impacts would be addressed through the implementation of an appropriate programme of archaeological mitigation consistent with Local Plan Policy HH1 and Core Strategy Policy CP58, and agreed with all relevant stakeholders. The programme will be agreed through a written scheme of investigation.
Transport
5.17 The Proposed Development comprises SLA for Service personnel working on the Camp. The majority of trips will therefore be internal, having no impact on the local highway network. Other trips are likely to be outside the peak hours, and therefore have a negligible effect on local travel patterns or the operation of surrounding junctions. In addition, DIO is currently preparing an overarching Travel Plan for SPTA, which will introduce a series of measures aimed at reducing reliance on the private car and encouraging more sustainable travel choices, consistent with Local Plan Policy AT1 and Core Strategy Policies GP61 and CP62.
5.18 Cycle parking facilities are proposed as part of the development. Car parking demand arising from the Proposed Development will be acommodated in existing car parks in the vicinity of the application site. Any residual demand will be met through new car parking provision, the detail of which will be determined through a holistic review of car parking requirements across the Camp, having regard to wider Travel Plan initiatives.
5.19 Accordingly, it is proposed that planning permission for the Proposed Development be granted subject to a planning condition requiring the submission and approval of car parking details.
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Environmental
Ecology
5.20 The Salisbury Plain SAC, SPA and SSSI lie approximately 2.5km to the north-west, and are therefore isolated from the Proposed Development. Accordingly, it is considered unlikely that the proposed development would have a direct effect on the SPA / SAC. Furthermore, the Salisbury Plain Masterplan Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) has determined that, with agreed mitigation measures in place, the ABP development across Salisbury Plain is unlikely to have significant direct, indirect or cumulative effects on the nature conservation receptors for which Salisbury Plain has been designated.
5.21 The Camp at Perham Down has been subject to extensive ecological surveys since the initial planning application for PAC in 2003/4. As a result, there is a wealth of information, supplemented with on-going reviews of implemented mitigation measures, and a close working relationship with stakeholders such as Natural England, and the County Ecologist.
5.22 A Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (PEA) was completed in March 2014, to identify protected species and habitats. This information has been used to inform the ecological assessment made in the OEA. This assessment work has been followed by specific species surveys for Bat and Badger activity in July and August 2014 respectively. A great crested newt survey was also conducted in April 2013.
5.23 The Proposed Development will involve the loss of amenity grassland, and the disruption and loss of mixed woodland, which is not considered a suitable dormouse habitat. These habitats are considered to be of low to negligable ecological value.
5.24 The scope of the bat survey included trees within and close to the application site. Several features supporting roosting bats were identified and this area is considered to have moderate bat potential. The report recommended that the existing bat boxes within the woodlands must be checked, removed and relocated prior to any trees being removed or disturbed. New locations for these bat boxes will be identified by a licensed bat worker. The trees will also be resurveyed for potential roosts and a bat mitigation license applied for, where required.
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5.25 Four badger setts have been identified near to the application site. The sett entrances were overgrown with ivy and leaf litter. One of the setts within the adjacent woodland was monitored with infra-red cameras for 5 weeks in August to September 2014, but no badger activity was recorded. A badger licence will therefore not be required to fell trees within the woodland to clear the development area. As a precautionary measure the report recommends an ecological watching brief is conducted during any excavation work in the vicinity of mammal holes. Inactive mammal holes should be carefully dug back under ecological supervision, and the area then backfilled and levelled.
5.26 The great crested newt survey found a small population within a SuDS pond to the north of the Camp. The application site lies outside a 500m buffer from this pond.
5.27 Accordingly, no residual ecological impacts are anticipated as a consequence of the Proposed Development, consistent with Local Plan Policy NR3 and Core Strategy Policy CP50.
5.28 Also, in line with Aspire’s sustainable design principles, the block will have bat bricks incorporated into its design.
Contamination
5.29 Recent extensive construction work at Perham Down under PAC, including the provision of improved drainage containment measures, has addressed many potential contamination sources and pathways at the site. A series of intrusive Land Quality Assessments have also been completed during the past decade at sites close to the application site.
5.30 A Phase 1 desk study to review previous site investigations and identify potential contamination risks across the Camp was completed in October 2013. This informed a subsequent Phase 2 intrusive geotechnical and contamination site investigation, which was completed between August and October 2014. Supplementary monitoring work is continuing, with the full analysis and interpretation yet to be reported.
5.31 Intrusive investigations indicate that the underlying geology is ‘Upper Chalk of the Cretaceous period, overlain by Made Ground’. Although the recent site investigation
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is yet to be issued, information from earlier reports, indicates no visual or olfactory evidence of potential contamination is evident within the application site, which the 1926 Ordnance Survey map indicates was formerly developed as part of the military camp. Results of chemical analysis from previous site investigations carried out in 2003/4, indicate that the majority of the Perham Down camp was deemed unlikely to be contaminated, with only localised occurrences of contamination of limited extent.
5.32 The construction of the Proposed Development does have the potential to mobilise historic buried contamination hotspots. In addition, spillages from plant, materials and fuel storage during construction may also generate contamination. If significant sensitive receptors are identified to be at risk because of historic contamination a remediation plan will be developed. A Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) will be prepared, in accordance with industry best practice, to implement pollution prevention and a response regime to reduce the risk of spillages and other contaminant mobilisation from construction work.
5.33 In summary, no residual contamination impacts are anticipated in connection with the Proposed Development.
Water Resources
5.34 In accordance with a series of environmental commitments made by DIO and agreed with the Environment Agency, Natural England, and Wiltshire Council the impacts of water abstraction from boreholes supplying both existing and proposed MoD development will be mitigated through a combination of water efficiency improvements, demand management and infrastructure upgrades. The application site is not within a groundwater source protection zone for water supply boreholes.
5.35 Drainage containment measures, including SuDS features, will also be incorporated to attenuate run-off, prevent flooding and provide pollution control.
5.36 This infrastructure is currently being designed on a site-wide basis (as opposed to building by building) to accommodate all of the proposed ABP development. It is therefore proposed that these details be secured through a planning condition imposed on the grant of planning permission.
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Flood Risk
5.37 The Camp does not lie within a floodplain or an area of flood risk as defined by the Environment Agency, neither does the application site exceed 1 hectare. Accordingly, a Flood Risk Assessment is not required to support this application.
Landscape and Visual Impacts
5.38 A Preliminary Landscape Assessment (PLA) - Capita November 2013 - of the Army Basing Programme (ABP) proposals located within the security fence at each camp has been undertaken by suitably qualified and experienced Landscape Architects in order to assist in the ongoing masterplan development for the ABP proposals, and to identify potential landscape and visual mitigation requirements.
5.39 The PLA considers matters of visibility within the Study Area for the camp and provides an appraisal of the potential visual effects of the proposed developments by reference to the representative receptor viewpoints identified from a desktop study and fieldwork. The series of receptor viewpoints were identified at key, publicly accessible, locations across the Study Area, and are largely consistent with those previously agreed with Wiltshire Council as part of the LVIA carried out for Project Allenby Connaught. The locations of the receptor viewpoints are shown on the attached Drawing no. PERH L004.
5.40 A photographic record was taken at the time of the study to inform the description of visibility from the receptor viewpoints. The field work was carried out in September 2013 (representing summer) and early March 2014 (representing winter).The photographs taken from receptor viewpoints comply with the Landscape Institute Advice Note 01/11 and (unless otherwise stated) are taken using a fixed focal length camera (Digital SLR, 50mm equivalent). The individual images are joined to produce a composite panoramic image in cylindrical projection. The correct viewing distance for these images to replicate the view that will be obtained on site is stated alongside each photograph.
5.41 The PLA has been reviewed in respect of this Priority Works application for the new officer SLA and its findings augmented where relevant to this application. An
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overview summary of effects on the viewpoints is given; together with a commentary on those views where there is potential for more significant impact.
Site Landscape Context
5.42 The camp is located within a sensitive landscape of the open, rolling Salisbury Plain. It is a predominantly rural setting which comprises a mix of high quality arable and pastoral agricultural fields to the north and east; and rough downland calcareous grassland to the west and south. The nearby garrison towns of Tidworth and Ludgershall are the two most substantial areas of built form within the Study Area.
5.43 The North Wessex Downs AONB lies to the north and east, beyond Ludgershall and just over 2km from the camp’s northern boundary. In contrast, the camp is largely enclosed and compact and heavily influenced by the built environment.
5.44 The Perham Down camp is located on the gentle east to west slope of Furze Hill, between 150m and 115m AOD. A ridge encloses the camp to the west and is made up of a series of hills; including Windmillhill Down at 187m AOD, Pickpit Hill, Furze Hill and Warren Hill. Beyond the firing ranges to the south of the camp the land rises steeply to 175m AOD at Warren Hill.
5.45 Substantial areas of woodland exist to the north of the camp at Collingbourne Wood and to the south at Furze Hill. Other notable areas of woodland include the woodland belt aligning the western boundary of the camp (which screens views from Lambdown Terrace) and the stand of planting (within the boundary to the northeast of the camp) near Somme Road. The mature trees and mixed woodland plantations in proximity to the camp combine to create a strong landscape framework.
Visual Amenity & Key Viewpoints
5.46 In general, the undulating topography in combination with the presence of mature woodland ensures that only limited views into the camp are possible from much of the Study Area. Views from the southwest and east are largely screened by Lambdown Furze and Great Perham Copse. As a result the visual envelope is relatively contained, although less so in the winter months.
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5.47 There are glimpsed views of rooftops on the camp from a few locations further afield on higher ground where screening is limited; for example on Warren Hill firing range and from Wick Down. Distant views are also possible from Chute Causeway and the edge of Upper Chute approximately 5 kilometres to the north-east of the camp. Close range, and at times uninterrupted, views are also possible from the roads which align the security fence and bisect the Camp, namely Drummers Lane and Somme Road. The military residents along the boundaries of the Camp also have close uninterrupted views of the site.
5.48 The PLA has been reviewed in relation to this application. The receptor viewpoints where there is potential for impact are:
Viewpoint 03 - Perham Down: This viewpoint is located to the west of the Camp, in an elevated position on Footpath No.5, approximately 1km from the application site. The photograph is taken at a clearing to the edge of an arable field and is orientated in an east-northeast direction towards the application site. Much of the Camp is screened by established woodland vegetation in the middle distance, but the existing technical buildings at its western edge can be seen to the left of view. Residential development, set into an established woodland, is decipherable to the near side of the Camp, at the base of the slope. This established woodland will also serve to screen the Proposed Development in both the summer and winter months. Accordingly, there would be no change in this view.
Viewpoint 04 - Furze Hill: This viewpoint is located in an elevated position on a public byway to the east of Furze Hill, approximately 1.5km from the application site. The photograph is orientated in a northeast direction towards the Camp. The view is framed to the far left by woodland planting, and overlooks an area of open grassland which slopes left to right. Long distance views to Ludgershall and across Salisbury Plain are evident in the background. Built form on the Camp – generally only the topmost sections of buildings, but more noticeably the existing Mess building adjacent to the application site - is clearly decipherable above the treetops at the base of slope in the middle distance and to the centre of view. The majority of existing buildings are screened by established woodland vegetation in the summer, being a little more evident, however, during the winter months. The Proposed Development would be visible alongside the existing Mess
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building, replacing part of the woodland block currently seen adjacent to it. The existing accommodation block behind would largely be screened by the Proposed Development. Although, adding to the amount of visible development, the Proposed Development would be an incremental and modest addition to the built form of the Camp already visible in the overall view. Accordingly, the composition and overall balance would be maintained, and the alteration to the quality/character would be negligible.
Viewpoint 05 – Lambdown Furze: This viewpoint is located at the northern edge of Lambdown Furze, approximately 250m from the application site. The photograph is located adjacent to a ditch and is orientated in a north direction. The view overlooks a valley - through which Footpath No.3 passes (from which similar views are obtainable) - and is centred upon an Officers’ Mess located to the south of the Camp and nearside of Drummers Lane. Dense belts of mature woodland to either side of this building screen views of development during the summer months, barring a residential development adjoining the military site, which can be seen to the far right of the view. Consequently the Mess takes on the appearance reminiscent of a large country house (albeit lessened by the fencing). With the lesser screening effect in winter, however, a second Mess building appears through the tracery of branches and the effect is lost. Tree removal to facilitate the Proposed Development will reduce the effectiveness of screening from the existing woodland. Although mature trees will be retained along the southern boundary, the insertion of the new SLA block will intensify the extent of built form visible in the central part of the view, especially in winter, when the new build will fill-in between the two Mess buildings. The extended group of buildings will remain flanked in the wider view by substantial woodland areas. The change, in winter, would be moderate adverse, but modulated by foliage in the summer months.
5.49 Photographs from the aforementioned viewpoints, together with plans showing the viewpoint locations, are provided at Appendix II.
5.50 A further close range view of the Proposed Development has been identified from Drummers Lane, where the new SLA block would be visible when immediately adjacent to the application site. In this view, the Proposed Development would be
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seen in the immediate context of existing similar buildings, replacing the small block of woodland that currently fills the gap. However, the existing avenue planting along the Lane and the set back of the SLA between the existing Mess buildings to either side, will obscure it from view in approaches from either direction, so limiting the extent of visibility.
5.51 Accordingly, it is considered that the Proposed Development will not significantly change the quality or character of the local landscape or lead to a loss of visual amenity, in accordance with Local Plan Policy NR7.
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6. Conclusion
6.1 This application is one of a series of applications pursuant to the Salisbury Plain Masterplan. It seeks planning permission for a new SLA block at Swinton Barracks, Perham Down as part of the ABP.
6.2 This Planning Statement has been prepared to address the planning issues raised by the Proposed Development, and demonstrates the following:
The ABP is critical to the delivery of future UK defence capability, with SPTA forming a key component of this national programme;
The Proposed Development, as part of a wider programme of investment across SPTA, will deliver significant economic benefits through job creation and increased spending in the local economy;
The proposed SLA blocks have been designed to a high standard which respects the established character of the Camp, and sited so as to reinforce the current land-use zoning established through PAC;
There will be no significant additional demands on local community services or facilities arising from the Proposed Development;
There will be no significant adverse impacts on local amenity as a consequence of the Proposed Development;
The majority of trips generated by the Proposed Development will be internal to the Camp, and consequently any potential impact on the local highway network will be negligible;
There are no designated heritage assets on the Camp or within the vicinity of the application site, and an archaeological watching brief during construction will ensure that any impacts on unknown archaeological remains are satisfactorily mitigated;
No residual ecological or contamination impacts are anticipated as a consequence of the Proposed Development, including on the Salisbury Plain SPA, SAC and SSSI;
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The impacts of water abstraction from boreholes supplying both existing and proposed MoD development will be mitigated through a combination of water efficiency improvements, demand management and infrastructure upgrades.
Drainage containment measures, including SuDS features, will also be incorporated to attenuate run-off, address flooding and provide pollution control;
The Proposed Development will not significantly change the quality or character of the local landscape or lead to a loss of visual amenity.
6.3 For these reasons, we commend the proposals to Wiltshire Council, and request that this application be approved without delay in accordance with the NPPF ‘presumption in favour of sustainable development’.
GVA December 2014
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Appendix I Council’s EIA Screening Opinion
18th September 2014 Development Services – North Monkton Park N Harrison Esq Chippenham GVA Wiltshire 3 Brindleyplace SN15 1ER Birmingham B1 2JB Tel: 012490706444 Email: [email protected] www.wiltshire.gov.uk
Our Ref: 14/08164/SCR
Dear Mr Harrison,
Application No: 14/08164/SCR
Proposal: Screening opinion request in relation to proposed 4 new-build 40-bed Junior Ranks (JR) Single Living Accommodation (SLA) buildings; 1 new-build 'paired' Officers' and Senior Non-Commissioned Officers (SNCO) Mess; 1 new-build Officers' SLA building, providing circa 15 additional beds paces; and an extended technical area.
Site Address: Swinton Barracks, Perham Down, Wiltshire, SP11 9LQ
I refer to your above request, received 27th August 2014, under regulations 5 of the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) (England and Wales) Regulations 2011 (EIA Regulations) for an opinion as to whether a development described above requires an Environmental Impact Assessment.
The site context as well as the extent and nature of development and its relationship to the wider Army Basing Programme (ABP) is comprehensively set out within your letter and accompanying plans, but in summary, include the following:
• 4 new-build 40-bed Junior Ranks SLA buildings sited to the north of the existing Junior Ranks SLA 'village'. The development will reflect the design of the existing JR SLA blocks, and reinforce the land use zoning for this part of the site. The buildings will be up to 4 storeys in height and provide a total floorspace of circa 5,038 sqm gross external area (GEA).
• 1 new-build 'paired' Officers' and SNCO Mess sited to the north of the existing SNCO mess. This will comprise 'paired' dining and public rooms, with a single kitchen. The building will be single storey, and provide a total floorspace of circa 2,095 sqm (GEA).
• 1 new-build Officers' SLA building, providing circa 15 additional bed spaces. This will be sited adjacent to the existing Officers' Mess south of Tidworth Road. It will have a total floorspace of circa 702 sqm (GEA) over 2 storeys;
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• The extension of the technical accommodation to the west of the proposed new 'paired' Officers' and SNCO Mess.
The EIA Regulations 2011 define ‘EIA Development’ in Regulation 2(1) as either:
(1) Schedule 1 development; or (2) Schedule 2 development likely to have significant effects on the environment by virtue of factors such as its nature, size or location.
It is agreed that the proposed development does not meet any of the descriptions of development set out within Schedule 1 of the 2011 Regulations.
However, the proposed development could perhaps fall to be considered against Schedule 2(10)(b) of the Regulations under the “Urban Development Projects” category. In particular, in relation to site area, category (b) sets an indicative threshold where the area of development would exceed 0.5Ha.
Considerations
In coming to a conclusion as to whether the works are EIA development by reason of Schedule 2(3)(a) of the Regulations, the proposal must also against criteria set out in Schedule 3 of the Regulations, guidance contained in Circular 02/99 as well as the more recently published Planning Practice Guidance (PPG).
In this particular instance, and with reference to Schedule 3, the Circular and the PPG, the development would in very large part take place inside of a substantial Ministry of Defence facility, which is defined by built form and activity. Only the new paired Officer/SNCO messing building being positioned outside of the existing camp boundary, necessitating a shifting of the security fencing. In this context, it is considered that the proposed development would not have a significant urbanising effect with regards to the landscape character of the area. Equally, there is no evidence that the development is likely to have significant long-term irreversible impacts on humans, ecology or on the environment and the development is not considered to have trans-boundary effects or to be of more than local significance. It is agreed that the site is not located within any “sensitive area” defined within the 2011 Regulations.
The Schedule 2 criteria and its application to the proposed development tabulated in your letter is considered to accurately reflect the situation.
It is salient to note that the cumulative environmental effects of the wider Army Basing Programme of development is considered within the ABP Salisbury Plain Masterplan and accompanying Overarching Environmental Appraisal (OEA). Both are documents which will be material considerations when determining the subsequent planning applications.
Matters to be addressed by individual planning applications
As part of the formulation of this opinion, several Statutory Consultees have commented upon your submission at this stage, raising several important issues. Whilst the proposed development may not necessitate EIA, it nevertheless remains the case that any subsequent planning application should still fully explore and address each of the following issues:
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Ecology - The site is outside of, but close to the Salisbury Plain Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and Special Protection Area (SPA). It is therefore important that the application should be supported by sufficient biodiversity and landscape information in order for you to assess the weight to give these material considerations when determining the application.
In particular, the Council’s Ecologist will require that any application addresses the following matters: (i) the indirect impacts of the demolition required to facilitate the development are assessed as part of the proposals; (ii) the preparation and submission of the relevant technical assessments so as to address the loss of grassland and habitats through development taking place; (iii) the in-combination abstraction and foul water discharge impacts of the ABP and details of how these are to be mitigated have been agreed with NE, EA and the Council; and (iv) clarity that the overarching Habitats Regulations Assessment has been completed and approved by Natural England and the Council.
It is noted that the development will necessitate the loss of established trees. It is recommended that any planning application be accompanied by a full tree survey and proposed compensatory planning where required.
Archaeology - As recognised in the submission, one of the ‘priority works’ areas is directly adjacent to the Boundary earthwork on Lamb Down scheduled monument. In addition, there is the potential for the ‘priority works’ to encounter significant archaeological remains. Accordingly, it is recommended that a field evaluation, in addition to the desk based assessment, is completed and presented as part of any application. The field evaluation should be undertaken in line with a written scheme of investigation. This information should reveal the impact of the proposed development on any buried archaeology and allow this service to give proportionate advice with regard to the proposed development. Any such works should be conducted by a professional, qualified archaeologist.
Landscape - The site is outside of, but close to the and North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AoNB). The application should consider the effect upon the landscape generally, taking account of any distance views possible from the AoNB.
Water environment – The Environment Agency have confirmed that they do not believe EIA is required in this particular instance. However, they do point out that any application submitted should nonetheless address matters such as water abstraction, surface water drainage / flood risk, water supply and waste water, sustainable construction and prevention of pollution during the construction phase, groundwater protection / contaminated land and the disposal of waste from the site.
Please do understand that the above does not represent an exhaustive list of environmental or other matters that may need to be raised and resolved during the determination of any planning application. Rather, it is merely an identification of immediate issues that the Statutory Consultees have commented upon, based upon your submission in respect of this request for a screening opinion.
Conclusion
In summary, and having assessed the documentation submitted to the Council against the relevant guidance and regulations, the development would not be likely to have significant effects on the environment by reason of factors such as its nature, size and location. Accordingly, it is considered that the proposed development does not require an EIA under Schedule 2 and I write to confirm that an Environmental Impact Assessment is not required in this instance.
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Yours sincerely
Simon T Smith Army Rebasing Planning Manager
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Appendix II LVIA Viewpoints
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Legend 10 01 07 Site Boundary 09 01 Mount Orleans Farm 08 02 Sweetapple Farm
03 Perham Down
04 Furze Hill
12 05 Lambdown Furze
06 Footpath off Shoddesden Lane
07 Forest Lane 05 08 Somme Road
02 09 Sports Ground 10 Somme Road II
11 Tidworth Road
12 Gatehouse 11 06
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04 Perham Down - Viewpoint 03: Perham Down National Grid Reference: 424575,149184 Height of Camera Lens: 162m AOD Lens: Fixed 50mm Horizontal Field of View: VD195mm = 120°; VD300m = 42° Date: SUMMER = 24.09.2013 WINTER = 04.03.2014 -60º -45º -30º -15º 0º 15º 30º 45º 60º
Approximate Extents of the Site
Technical Buildings Residential Development Beacon Hill Mast
Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 195mm
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Area 4 (Potential Working)
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Viewpoint Location Plan Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 300mm -60º -45º -30º -15º 0º 15º 30º 45º 60º
SUMMER VIEW: Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 195mm
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WINTER VIEW: Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 195mm Perham Down - Viewpoint 04: Furze Hill National Grid Reference: 424650, 148217 Height of Camera Lens: 176m AOD Lens: Fixed 50mm Horizontal Field of View: VD195mm = 120°; VD300m = 42° Date: SUMMER = 24.09.2013 WINTER = 04.03.2014 -60º -45º -30º -15º 0º 15º 30º 45º 60º
Approximate Extents of the Site
Residential Development Ludgershall
Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 195mm
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Area 5 (Potential Working)
Area 3 (Potential Working)
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Viewpoint Location Plan Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 300mm -60º -45º -30º -15º 0º 15º 30º 45º 60º
SUMMER VIEW: Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 195mm
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WINTER VIEW: Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 195mm Perham Down - Viewpoint 05: Lambdown Furze National Grid Reference: 425426, 148544 Height of Camera Lens: 131m AOD Lens: Fixed 50mm Horizontal Field of View: VD195mm = 120°; VD300m = 42° Date: SUMMER = 24.09.2013 WINTER = 04.03.2014 -60º -45º -30º -15º 0º 15º 30º 45º 60º
Approximate Extents of the Site
Offi cers Mess Residential Deveopment
Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 195mm
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Area 5 Area 3 (Potential Working) (Potential Working)
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Viewpoint Location Plan Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 300mm -60º -45º -30º -15º 0º 15º 30º 45º 60º
SUMMER VIEW: Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 195mm
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WINTER VIEW: Viewing Distance - This is the distance from eye to paper to gain a true representation of the image. VD at 195mm