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CP Farm, Woburn Road, Kempston Hardwick, MK43 9AH 48.5 ha
Agricultural (Arable)
Manor Road / Marston Gate Industrial Park
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Marston Vale Railway
A421 / Fields Road
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Access is achievable directly onto the roundabout between Fields Road and Woburn Road (C94). Secondary / emergency access points could be delivered onto Woburn Road or Manor Road.
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It will be market led but a planning application is likely to be submitted post adoption of the Local Plan. If planning is achieved in 2024, it would be reasonable to start on site in 2025.
The starting points for determining the appropriate form of development at this site will be a Flood Risk Assessment to establish the limits of the Flood Zone 2 boundary. The movement strategy will also seek to maximise opportunities for public and active transport. Masterplanning for the site will consider the most appropriate development layout to achieve passive benefits as well as water and energy efficiency.
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Access to the site is achievable directly onto the roundabout between Fields Road and Woburn Road (C94). Secondary / emergency access points could be delivered onto Woburn Road or Manor Road. Given the scale of the proposed development, it may contribute to future traffic issues in the area, so further assessment will be required. The closest rail stop "Kempston Hardwick" is 100m from the site. There are no pedestrian or cycle facilities at the main vehicular access points. Shared pedestrian/cycle links could be provided along Manor Road to link to the network of existing cycle trails on the west side of Woburn Road to the northwest of the site. Similarly, footways which are currently present on Fields Road where it crosses the A421 should be extended to the site access on Fields Road roundabout to provide a pedestrian link to Wootton.
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The site is suitable for allocation as a new settlement to include a mix of uses including residential, business / science campus and innovation hub as part of a larger allocation. Employment uses may be better placed elsewhere within the larger allocation to fit better with the strategy. The larger site has been assessed separately - Site 0004. Site is proposed for allocation in combination with other sites 745, 809, 898, 900 and 905 - HOU14 Kempston Hardwick new settlement.
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Land Adjacent to and rear of Home Farm, Willington Road, Cople 3.14 ha
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We would look to meet or exceed the energy standards set out on the building regulations as expressed in section 51s in the local plan. We would achieve this by utilising renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, as well as installing ground source heat pumps and additional water saving measures. In Addition to these measures ensuring that the dwellings are very well insulated throughout will further reduce the carbon footprint.
We would look to meet or exceed the energy standards set out on the building regulations as expressed in section 51s in the local plan. We would achieve this by utilising renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, as well as installing ground source heat pumps and additional water saving measures. In Addition to these measures ensuring that the dwellings are very well insulated throughout will further reduce the carbon footprint.
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Access could be from several points along the frontage on Willington Road. Willington Rd sometimes has moderate traffic. There is a bus stop directly outside the site providing 4 services per day to Bedford, however there is another stop within 300m with the 73 bus providing a service to Bedford approx. every 30 minutes. There is a pavement along the frontage of the site, however it is very narrow. There is no specific cycle connectivity however cycling towards the A421 via Cardington connects to a traffic-free cycle route on the edge of Bedford taking you towards the centre. Consider using the development as an opportunity to widen the existing narrow pavement along the frontage of the site.
surrounding home farm may need to consider agricultural noise
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the developer: Becky Bonnett
Land off Danegeld Avenue and Greenkeepers Road . 5.906 ha
Grassland
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Great Denham Country Park
Great Denham Country Park
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2027/28
Spatial planning is an important part of a successful response to climate change. In order to address this, Council’s should enable the delivery of homes in sustainable locations. The Site is located adjacent to Great Denham. The conclusions of the Settlement Hierarchy Paper (September 2018) confirmed that Bedford/Kempston Urban Area is the most accessible location in the Borough and the area with the most facilities available. Therefore, the Site is in a sustainable location which reduces the need for residents to travel and provides opportunities for residents to utilise sustainable modes of travel. In turn minimising Greenhouse Gas admissions. In terms of the built form David Wilson Homes fall under the Barratt Developments Plc who committed to sustainable developments and have set ambitious targets to become a net zero emissions business covering all of its direct operations by 2040.
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The location of the site is in Great Denham approximately 1.8 miles southeast of Bedford town centre. There are multiple access points in the field from Greenkeepers Road to the north and Woden Gardens, Wortham Close and Queen Eleanor Drive to the west. The proposal would cause moderate traffic problems in the majority of the roads and at the A6/King Alfred Way junction. The nearest bus stop located on Greenkeepers Road 100m from the site on the north. In Greenkeepers Road, the footway is 2.6m and there is potential for footways in Woden Gardens, Wortham Close and Queen Eleanor Drive to the west. There is cycle connectivity in the vicinity of the site. A new entrance on the site could be developed from King Alfred Way to the south. A Transport Assessment (TA) will be required to identify the impact of traffic and for satisfactory facilities for both pedestrians and cyclists.
no noise concerns
Excluded at stage 1 as within flood risk zone 3b (with climate change). This site falls within the development area of Policy H6 of the 2002 Local Plan policy for Biddenham Loop.
Please contact the developer: Becky Bonnett, Barratt David Wilson Developments Ltd.
Land west of Mercia Road 1.158 ha
Vacant site within Great Denham
Residential/School
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2025/26
Spatial planning is an important part of a successful response to climate change. In order to address this, Council’s should enable the delivery of homes in sustainable locations. The Site is located adjacent to Great Denham. The conclusions of the Settlement Hierarchy Paper (September 2018) confirmed that Bedford/Kempston Urban Area is the most accessible location in the Borough and the area with the most facilities available. Therefore, the Site is in a sustainable location which reduces the need for residents to travel and provides opportunities for residents to utilise sustainable modes of travel. In turn minimising Greenhouse Gas admissions. In terms of the built form David Wilson Homes fall under the Barratt Developments Plc who committed to sustainable developments and have set ambitious targets to become a net zero emissions business covering all of its direct operations by 2040.
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Access to the site is feasible from Mercia Road and Greenkeepers Road. There are two bus stops close to the site. One is in the south, outside of the site and the other is 300m on the east of the site. There is shared pedestrians and cycle route in the vicinity of the site. The junction design of Mercia Road/Greenkeepers Road would need changing to accommodate the needs of the new development. A Transport Assessment (TA) will be required to identify the impact of traffic and for satisfactory facilities for both pedestrians and cyclists.
only concern is school to the north
This site falls within the development area of Policy H6 of the 2002 Local Plan policy for Biddenham Loop. Following the adoption of the plan, planning permission was granted under 02/00078/OUT. This site is already counted as a commitment on the Council's trajectory. A further planning application is currently pending decision. This site is not proposed for allocation.
PLease contact the developer: Becky Bonnett, Barratt David Wilson Developments Ltd
Land East of Mercia Road 1.354 ha
Vacant site within Great Denham
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2025/26
Spatial planning is an important part of a successful response to climate change. In order to address this, Council’s should enable the delivery of homes in sustainable locations. The Site is located adjacent to Great Denham. The conclusions of the Settlement Hierarchy Paper (September 2018) confirmed that Bedford/Kempston Urban Area is the most accessible location in the Borough and the area with the most facilities available. Therefore, the Site is in a sustainable location which reduces the need for residents to travel and provides opportunities for residents to utilise sustainable modes of travel. In turn minimising Greenhouse Gas admissions. In terms of the built form David Wilson Homes fall under the Barratt Developments Plc who committed to sustainable developments and have set ambitious targets to become a net zero emissions business covering all of its direct operations by 2040.
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Access to the site is feasible from Mercia Road and Saxon Way. The proposal would have a moderate impact on the highway network. There are two bus stops close to the site. One is in the west, close to the site and the other is 350m on the northeast of the site. There are 8m footways in Saxon Way and 3- 5m in Mercia Road and a cycle route in the vicinity of the site with Mercia Road and Saxon Way. No suggested mitigation measures.
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This site falls within the development area of Policy H6 of the 2002 Local Plan policy for Biddenham Loop. Following the adoption of the plan, planning permission was granted under 02/00078/OUT. This site is already counted as a commitment on the Council's trajectory.
Please contact the agent: sam Franklin, Landscope Land and Property Ltd
Land at Pavenham Road, Pavenham Bedfordshire 0.9 ha
Agricultural
Agricultural and Recreational field
Agricultural and Recreational field
Agricultural and Recreational field
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2020/21
We would look to meet or exceed the energy standards set out on the building regulations as expressed in section 51s in the local plan. We would achieve this by utilising renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, as well as installing ground source heat pumps and additional water saving measures. In Addition to these measures ensuring that the dwellings are very well insulated throughout will further reduce the carbon footprint.
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The site is located on the south side of High Street in the village of Pavenham approximately 6 miles northwest of Bedford town centre. Access to the site is feasible via High Street. There is no significant traffic congestion on High Street. The closest bus stop is located 900m east of the site on Weavers Lane. No footway serves the site. Cycling is possible on-road. A Transport Assessment will be required to identify the impact of traffic and satisfactory facilities for both pedestrians and cyclists. A footway in the frontage of the site would be necessary. A bus stop closer to the site would be a beneficial sustainable transport measure.
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The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Sam Franklin, Landscope Land & Property Ltd.
Harris Field Pavenham Beds 4 ha
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We would look to meet or exceed the energy standards set out on the building regulations as expressed in section 51s in the local plan. We would achieve this by utilising renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, as well as installing ground source heat pumps and additional water saving measures. In Addition to these measures ensuring that the dwellings are very well insulated throughout will further reduce the carbon footprint.
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The site is located on the north side of Pavenham Road in the village of Pavenham approximately 5 miles northwest of Bedford town centre. Access to the site is feasible from Pavenham Road, which is a 40mph road with no significant traffic congestion. The nearest bus stop is located 150m from the site access point. There is a footway of 1.8m serving the access point on Pavenham Road. Cycling is possible on-road The proposal will require a road to adoptable standards in accordance with Bedford Borough Council's highway standards in terms of accommodating the carriageway/footway widths and the required radius kerbs. A Transport Assessment will be required to identify the impact of traffic and satisfactory facilities for both pedestrians and cyclists.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Sam Franklin
Stafford Farm Pavenham Bedfordshire MK43 7PF 2ha.
Commercial - B1 B2
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B1 & B2 Additional Units
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5 lodges + admin building
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We would look to meet or exceed the energy standards set out on the building regulations as expressed in section 51s in the local plan. We would achieve this by utilising renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, as well as installing ground source heat pumps and additional water saving measures. In Addition to these measures ensuring that the buildings are very well insulated throughout will further reduce the carbon footprint
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The site is located on the east side of Pavenham Road in the village of Pavenham, approximately 4.8 miles northwest of Bedford town centre. Access to the site is feasible from Pavenham Road, which is a 40mph road with no significant traffic congestion. The nearest bus stop is located 650m north from the site access point. There is a wide green verge to the front of the site on Pavenham Road. Cycling is possible on-road. The site access point should be defined. Improved bus transport service and incentives to the site for potential employees without a personal vehicle should be investigated. A 2m footway serving the site and tying into a bus stop or existing provision north of Pavenham Rd is recommended.
no noise concerns using employment intention
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent:
Land at New Road Gt Barford 0.4 ha
Agricultural
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B8 Open Storage
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We would look to meet or exceed the energy standards set out on the building regulations as expressed in section 51s in the local plan. We would achieve this by utilising renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, as well as installing ground source heat pumps and additional water saving measures.
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W boundary New Road. Unclear application: no precise address, responses few and vague. No footway serving the site, public transport options are within 1.2km but are not accessible. Pedestrain access not feasible, site would require vehicular access over pedestrian given the location and proposed land use.
no objections to employment use
This is not a preferred location for an employment site as it would be intrusive in the countryside and is not prominently visible from the strategic highway network.
Please contac the agent: Alan Breckon.
REAR OF 59 & 61 CHURCH STREET, WILLINGTON BEDFORD 0.38 ha
GARDENS
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DRIVEWAY OFF CHURCH STREET – SEE LAYOUT PLAN ATTACHED – DRAWING 03
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ENERGY EFFICIENT AND ADAPTABLE DWELLINGS, FOLLOWING THE COUNCIL’S STRATEGIC APPROACH TO CLIMATE CHANGE
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Highway ownership check on potential access required, No footways serving the site, the closest being approx 200m to the east. Bus stops are located within 400m with more within 600m that offer a more frequent service. Site is located on a cycle friendly road and provides access to other off road routes that link west into Bedford and east into Sandy. Any mitigation here for pedestrian access would require significant cost and scale, unsure of highway ownership. Scale of development unlikely warrants cost of mitigations/improvements
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Malcolm Folbigg, Compass Land and Property Ltd
The Ridings Cleat Hill Bedford MK41 8AN 0.5 ha
Garden Land
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There is scope to widen the existing driveway within the control of the promoter.
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The site is located on the east side of Bedford Road approximately 2.4 miles north of Bedford town centre. Suitable access to the site is achievable from Bedford Road. The congestion on Bedford Road close to the site is low. The closest bus stop is located approximately 130m west of the site. There is no footway serving the site, but there is a 1.5m footway on the other side of Bedford Road. Cycling is feasible on-road Widening of the existing access and provision of informal crossing to tie into existing footway provision on Bedford Rd.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Francis Caldwell, Aragon Land and Planning
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The proposal has the opportunity to provide for energy efficiency features in design and to give consideration to renewables.
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The site is located on the north side of Park Road in the village of Stevington approximately 5.3 miles northwest of Bedford town centre. Access is feasible direct onto Park Road. Some congestion on Park Road outside the site entrance, and the potential development (which could amount to 80+ homes) would contribute to this. The closest bus stop is located approximately 260m west of the site. No footway along the front of the site, however there is a footway on the other side of Park Road in the southwest corner of the site. Cycling is possible along Park Rd and other relatively quiet roads in the vicinity. Provide a transport assessment to assess the impact on transport networks in the vicinity and consider whether additional mititgation would be required to cater for development of this scale. Provide a footway along the site frontage or a crossing point to the opposite footway. Consider marking on-street cycle lanes.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Francis Caldwell
Land at Wilstead Road Elstow 1.9 ha
Agriculture
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residential
employment allocation
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The proposal has the opportunity to provide for energy efficiency features in design and to give consideration to renewables.
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Access will be via a new access point onto Wilstead Rd. There can be moderate traffic through Elstow at times, this development could make it slightly worse but is unlikely to have a major impact. Bus stops 150m from the site provide an hourly service between Bedford and Luton, both directions once an hour. There is a shared pedestrian/cycle path directly outside the site, but it is not paved or adequate width, so is unsuitable for all users. Upgrade the existing pedestrian/cycle path outside the site to a paved path; improve the crossing at the point outside the site entrance where the path switches side of the road.
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The site is not suitable for allocation. It is designated as Urban Open Space and the reason for designation: Criteria 7 - to provide a buffer between the existing residential uses and the employment allocation, would be compromised if the sites was developed. The inclusion of the Urban Open Space designation was integral to the allocation of land for employment at Medbury Farm (ADLP policy AD11) in order to provide separation between new employment activity and Elstow village.
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Land at Barford Road, Willington. 4 ha
Agricultural
Residential
Barford Road / Garden Centre
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Any proposals wil be in accordance with climate change policies.
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The site is located in the village of Willington approximately 4.5 miles east of Bedford town centre. The site fronts onto Barford Road and the position of the access needs to be identified. The scale of the development means the proposal will intensify the use of the site and the impact would also be on the immediate junction with Barford Road/Bedford Road and also at junction of Gostwick Place/Station Road if access off Gostwick Place is feasible. The nearest bus stops are located on Bedford Road approximately 340m from the frontage onto Barford Road. There is a footway of approximate width of 1.8m with verge of varying widths between 3m -5m behind footway outside the site along Barford Road. Barford Road from the west of the junction with Wood Lane is part of the Thatcher’s Way cycle route. The site has a potential for an access off Gostwick Place subject to the site boundary fully abutting the end of the cul-de-sac of Gostwick Place. A Transport Statement will be required to identify the impact of development on the highway with mitigation measures. Given that verges exist outside the site and opposite the site, there is scope to convert the verges to footway and/or widen the existing footway to a minimum of 2.0m in width subject to land being identified as adopted highway.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Michael Robson, Cerda Planning Ltd
Lower Farm Road, Bromham. 4.5 ha
Agricultural
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Promotion of the site and any subsequent planning application will include a Sustainable Construction and Energy Statement. This will adopt best practice as it exists at that time. It is anticipated the report will include an energy hierarchy so that the correct approach to design is taken to promote an energy efficient low carbon solution. Building fabrics will be reviewed to ensure exceedance on regulatory minimums. Low and zero carbon technologies will be considered including decentralised heating, air to water heat pumps. Electric car charge points will be provided. Sustainable drainage systems will be integrated in the scheme, and a net biodiversity positive will be demonstrated. Extensive landscaping will be provided in public and private spaces.
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The site located north of Northampton Road and Grange Lane in Bromham area approximately 4 miles west of Bedford town centre. Access to the site is feasible from Lower Farm Road. However the scale of development could cause significant problems on Lower Farm Road and at the Lower Farm Road/Oakley Road junction. The closest bus stop is west of the site approximately 450m away in Oakley Road. There are neither footways nor cycleways along the frontage of the site, however Lower Farm Road is quiet and likely suitable for cycling. A Transport Assessment would be needed to assess the impact of the development on the highway network. Signalisation of the Lower Farm Road/Oakley Road junction could be needed. Pedestrian footway development along Lower Farm Road in front of the site and potential via secondary access in the southwest of the site. Consider marking on-street cycle lanes.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Michael Robson, Cerda Planning Ltd
Northampton Road, Bromham 11 ha
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Promotion of the site and any subsequent planning application will include a Sustainable Construction and Energy Statement. This will adopt best practice as it exists at that time. It is anticipated the report will include an energy hierarchy so that the correct approach to design is taken to promote an energy efficient low carbon solution. Building fabrics will be reviewed to ensure exceedance on regulatory minimums. Low and zero carbon technologies will be considered including decentralised heating, air to water heat pumps. Electric car charge points will be provided. Sustainable drainage systems will be integrated in the scheme, and a net biodiversity positive will be demonstrated. Extensive landscaping will be provided in public and private spaces.
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Includes site 362. The site is located north of Northampton Road and Grange Lane in Bromham approximately 3.5 miles west of Bedford town centre. Access to the site is feasible via Grange Lane and Northampton Road without issues. No traffic data available in the immediate vicinity, however the scale of the proposal would likely cause some issues on Grange Lane as well as at the junctions of Northampton Road/Grange Lane and Grange Lane/Springfield Drive. The nearest bus stop is outside of the site in Northampton Road and another one 200m east from the site in Springfield Drive. Shared cycle path/footway directly from the southwest of the site. A Transport Asssessment would be needed to assess the impact of the development on the highway network. Potential signalisation of the junctions Northampton Road/Grange Lane and Grange Lane/Springfield Drive to mitigate traffic increase.
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The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Cerda Planning Ltd
Bedford Road, Wilstead 9.5ha
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Promotion of the site and any subsequent planning application will include a Sustainable Construction and Energy Statement. This will adopt best practice as it exists at that time. It is anticipated the report will include an energy hierarchy so that the correct approach to design is taken to promote an energy efficient low carbon solution. Building fabrics will be reviewed to ensure exceedance on regulatory minimums. Low and zero carbon technologies will be considered including decentralised heating, air to water heat pumps. Electric car charge points will be provided. Sustainable drainage systems will be integrated in the scheme, and a net biodiversity positive will be demonstrated. Extensive landscaping will be provided in public and private spaces.
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The site is located about 0.4 miles north of the centre of Wilstead village and approximately 4.6 miles south of Bedford town centre. The access arrangement is indicated to be on Bedford Road, adjacent to Duck End Lane. The area and the site's speciic section of Bedford Road has litte to no traffic congestion. However a few hunderd metres south of the site lies Cotton End Road, which experiences higher congestion, especially at the junction with Bedford Road. The closest bus stop is just 100m from the proposed access, with hourly services for routes 44 and 81. There is no cycling provision in the area. The proposed access points on Bedford Road would require foliage removalin order for a suitable vehicle access as well as pedestrian infrastructure to cross and tie into the existing footway on the south of Bedford Rd. The Bedford Road footway opposite the site's proposed access could potentially be widened.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Michael Robson, Cerda Planning Ltd
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Access via Bedford Road site (separate call for sites submission) and/or Duck End lane.
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Promotion of the site and any subsequent planning application will include a Sustainable Construction and Energy Statement. This will adopt best practice as it exists at that time. It is anticipated the report will include an energy hierarchy so that the correct approach to design is taken to promote an energy efficient low carbon solution. Building fabrics will be reviewed to ensure exceedance on regulatory minimums. Low and zero carbon technologies will be considered including decentralised heating, air to water heat pumps. Electric car charge points will be provided. Sustainable drainage systems will be integrated in the scheme, and a net biodiversity positive will be demonstrated. Extensive landscaping will be provided in public and private spaces.
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The site is located about 0.4 miles north of the centre of Wilstead village and approximately 4.6 miles south of Bedford town centre. The access point is east of Duck End Lane. The area and the site's speciic section of Bedford Road experiences little to no traffic congestion. The closest bus stop is just 400m from the proposed access. There is no footway or cycling provision in the area. Cycling is feasible on-road. A Transport Assessment will be required to identify the impact of traffic from the proposed development. The access point is very tight for the proposed development and therefore another access point should be examined. Given the proposal, an access road to adoptable standards would be required in accordance with Bedford Borough Council's highway standards and the required radius kerbs. Geometry of the adoptable road must be accommodated within the limits of the site frontage.
industrial to the north would need to be considered
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Cerda Planning Ltd.
New Road, Great Barford 2.25 ha
Agricultural
Residential
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Promotion of the site and any subsequent planning application will include a Sustainable Construction and Energy Statement. This will adopt best practice as it exists at that time. It is anticipated the report will include an energy hierarchy so that the correct approach to design is taken to promote an energy efficient low carbon solution. Building fabrics will be reviewed to ensure exceedance on regulatory minimums. Low and zero carbon technologies will be considered including decentralised heating, air to water heat pumps. Electric car charge points will be provided. Sustainable drainage systems will be integrated in the scheme, and a net biodiversity positive will be demonstrated. Extensive landscaping will be provided in public and private spaces.
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Note that although the address has been given as New Road, the location map and attachment clearly show the site being on Addingtons Road, so it is assumed that New Road is a typo. Access will be directly onto Addingtons Road, using the existing access but upgraded and widened. Some moderate traffic in the area which could be worsened by the development and other surrounding proposed sites. There is a bus stop 450m away where the 27 bus provides approx. 4 daily services to Bedford. The main village bus stop is approx 1km away where the 905 bus provides a half hourly service between Bedford and Cambridge. There is a pavement on the opposite side of Addingtons Road, so either a crossing should be provided or a new pavement installed on the same side as the development. No specific cycle connectivity however the road in front of the site is a cycle friendly route and connects to national cycle network nearby providing off-road or quiet-road links to Bedford and St Neots. Either a new pavement will be needed on the side of Addingtons Road that has the site on it, or some kind of pedestrian crossing should be provided so that residents can safely access the existing pavement on the opposite side of Addingtons Road.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Cerda Planning Ltd.
Addingtons Road, Great Barford . 5.5ha
Agricultural
Commercial
Residential
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Residential
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Access to the site is feasible from New Road and potentially from Addingtons Road. The nearest bus stop located on High Street approximately 750m from the site. There is no presence of footway along the frontage of the site, only in Addingtons Road in the west side of the site. There are some routes around the site that could be used by cyclists. Potential connections of the site with Addingtons Road road should be considered. A Transport Assessment (TA) will be required to identify the impact of traffic and for satisfactory facilities for both pedestrians and cyclists.
site adjacent to industrial activity that had beensource of complaints for residents at further sites
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
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Land adjacent to Westfield Road, Oakley, Bedford
Agriculture
Agriculture
Housing
Housing
Agriculture
Linear along road 25-40 Comprehensive up to 100
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Westfield Road is an adopted Highway. The site could also be linked to Town Farm Paddock to provide access through that site.
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We do not have a proposed timetable but the land is available subject to being allocated and planning permission being granted.
Policy 51S is noted and the detailed design will address it’s requirements.
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This housing development site is located on agricultural land North of Westfield Road on the outskirts of the village of Oakley. Access will be provided via Westfield Road, a single carriageway adopted highway of about 4.2-4.5m width with a secondary access on a currently unpaved path to the West. The section of Westfield Road along the site frontage is narrow and the development might cause some highway conflict here, particularly if the number of dwellings does reach 100. Passing places may need to be provided at a minimum in this area. There is no footpath on the other side of the road. There is no cycle path in the vicinity but Westfield Road carries very light traffic. The closest bus stop is 500m away from the site entrance, serving buses 50 and 828 to Rushden and Sharnbrook, about three times per day. A Transport Assessment should be developed to assess the impact of the development on the road network. Provision of vehicle passing places, or widening of the road along the site frontage would likely be required. Cycle connection improvements would be recommended as well as improvement of the pedestrian facilities, such as providing a footpath along the frontage of the site. Highway space is limited so onsite provision is recommended.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
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Town Farm, Stocking Lane, Souldrop
Agricultural
Souldrop Road and residential development
undeveloped land
undeveloped land
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Suitable access can be achieved via Souldrop Road.
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The site contains a single agricultural building and adjoins the settlement. This site provides a sustainable location which is well related to the existing pattern of development along Sharnbrook Road. Development of this site would have particular regard to the local environmental context and through good design incorporating suitable mitigation measures would ensure the site is future proofed. Additionally, proposals would incorporate landscaping and open spaces, including suitable tree planting and through design, layout and orientation maximise the principles of sustainable design
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The site is located on the south side of Souldrop Road in the village of Souldrop approximately 10 miles north of Bedford town centre. Access to the site is feasible from Souldrop road, which has a 30mph limit adjacent to the site. The closest bus stop is located 80m west of the site with no frequent service. There are no footways serving the site and cycling is possible only on-road. Development of footway to the site to connect the existing bus stop west.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
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Land On The South Side Of Beckett Street, Bedford, MK40 1HT Garages to the North of Beckett Street North Parade Row of Shops with Flats above Beauchamp Court, to West of Greyfriars
Surface car parking and Use Class - C3 dwelling houses A1 - Shops
Use Class - B1 Business, Use Class D1 – Place of Worship
Use Class C3 dwelling houses, Use Class B1 Business
Use Class A1 retail and multi-storey car park
Use Class A1 Retail, Use Class D1 – Primary School
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Convenience shops to support the residential development and regeneration
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Access will be from Greyfriars, precise access arrangements to be agreed.
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This would be a high profile regeneration scheme replacing old, energy-inefficient homes with new apartments and houses which will be built to high environmental standards. The site is within a highly sustainable location, within close walking distance to the key amenities of Bedford town centre, the bus and railway stations. We will seek to ensure that this regeneration scheme will deliver significant energy and water efficiencies and minimise its carbon footprint. We anticipate that the scheme will generate a very high proportion of renewable energy through a variety of means, supplying not only the new development but potentially the local area through wider regeneration or back to the grid. We will appropriately assess flood risk and ensure mitigations are incorporated within the scheme Particular consideration will be given to the quality of the public realm and both hard and soft landscaping.
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Primary access from Greyfriars using existing car park junction. This site's location in the town centre means that it is around areas of moderate to heavy traffic. It is however directly opposite the central bus station, with a pedestrian crossing linking the two. There are no cycle lanes directly from the site, but some are close by. An on-road non-segregated cycle lane is directly outside the site. Due to the central location and traffic in the area, car use would need to be restricted. The location of the site opposite the bus station can work in tandem with cycle infrastructure on the nearby roads to make this a largely car-free site.
Road traffic on Bromham Road and Greyfriars some commercial noise
The site is suitable for allocation. As an urban, brownfield site it is suitable for residential development with town centre uses at ground floor level to create active frontages. A masterplan and design code should be prepared to ensure that development reflects this key location, and to have regard to the setting of heritage assets and the Bedford Conservation Area. An access strategy will be required in order to establish appropriate connections to pedestrian and cycle networks. A site specific flood risk assessment will also be needed in order to consider all sources of flood risk. Site is proposed for allocation HOU1 Land at Greyfriars North, Bedford.
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Land at Green End Road, Kempston
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Residential development
Kempston Cemetery, and Kempston Nurserie
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Access can be achieved via Cemetery Road and Green End Road.
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The site is well related to the urban area of Kempston and the extensive range of services and facilities provided there and within the urban extension development area. This includes a broad range of retail facilities including supermarkets, doctors/dentist surgeries, schooling (primary and secondary) and a range of leisure uses. There is also access to public transport providing services to Bedford and the surrounding towns and villages. Therefore, the site is in a sustainable location and reduces reliance on the private car and is capable of supporting a range of development typologies. Development of this site would have particular regard to the environment and biodiversity within it and through suitable mitigation measures. Additionally, proposals would incorporate landscaping and open spaces, including suitable tree planting and through design, layout and orientation maximise the principles of sustainable design.
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The site is located on the east side of Green End Road at the corner with Cemetery Road and is approximately 4.5 miles south-west of Bedford town centre. Access to the site is feasible from Green End Road and Cemetery Road. Traffic generation from the potential residential development for residential units and retail would generate an increase in pedestrian and traffic movements. The nearest bus stops are on Cemetery Road just before the southbound approach to the roundabout junction with Martell Road approximately 1.1km in distance. Although a footway is present on the opposite side of the site, the width is below the minimum of 1.8m and there is no footway immediately outside the site. Cycling is possible only by using the road surface. Given the significant scale of proposals, a road to adoptable standards is required in accordance with Bedford Borough Council's highway standards in respect of width of carriageway, provision of footway/maintenance margins and radius kerbs at the junction. A Transport Assessment will be required to identify the impact of traffic and provision of satisfactory facilities for both pedestrians and cyclists. Any access off Cemetery Road will likely require a reduction in speed to 30mph, with the extent of reduction to be agreed with the highway authority.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact agent: Frazer Hickling
Land At Church End Willington, MK44 3PX 0.51 ha
Amenity land adjacent the church
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Church, Residential
Residential
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Access will be provided off the lane to the north west of the site as shown on the Location Plan.
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The proposed scheme will address climate change through appropriate adaptation and mitigation measures in the design. Where possible the dwellings will utilise low carbon building materials. The dwellings will be energy efficient and will be designed for comfort by balancing passive cooling design strategies which maximise comfort and minimise energy use during the warmer summers, with adequate levels of insulation for the warmer winters. The dwellings will be constructed so they are weather tight, robust enough to withstand extreme weather, and with foundations which are appropriate for their lifetime. The design will also include measures for water efficiency and effective drainage.
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Same as site 726. The proposed site is located between St Lawrence’s Church and Manor Farm off Church End approximately 4.5 miles east from Bedford town centre. The access to the site is through a private drive of approximate width of 5.0m. Traffic generation from this development would have a moderate impact on the local network but intensify the use of the site and access. There are bus stops located on Church Road either side of the junction with Churchill Place. The proposed access is approximately 570m walking distance from the bus stops. Church Road and Church End do not benefit from a footway in either direction however; the road is lightly trafficked and semi-rural in nature and is classified as a cycle friendly route. The proposal would require a suitable access road for adoption. Expanding the width of the existing access to accommodate additional traffic is likely not feasible for the scale of development proposed.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
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Land South of Coplowe Lane. 0.8 ha
Pasture Land/ Grazing
Residential & St Mary’s Church (Grade II* Listed)
Residential Development
Public Open Space & Agricultural Land
Residential Development (built up area of village) & St Mary’s Church (Grade II* Listed)
2-5 Dwellings
The UK currently has an ageing population, with a lack of appropriate housing stock. This site provides a suitable location within the village of Bletsoe to provide older persons housing.
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Access would be taken via an existing field access to the north east from Coplowe Lane as shown on the accompanying plan. Should it be required, access can be obtained via The Avenue to the west. This access is narrow and could provide a footpath/cycle link into the village of Bletsoe.
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2024-25. Given the site is proposed for a low-density housing development, it would be built in one phase.
Any proposed development at the site will aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions during both the construction and operational phases of development. In addition, renewable energy methods such as solar panels and ground source heating will be considered as part of the detailed design of any future proposals.
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The site is located in the village of Bletsoe, on Coplowe Lane approximately 8 miles north of Bedford town centre. The site is accessed from a proposed new access point along Coplowe Lane. Surrounding traffic appears light and the development would not cause significant problems. The closest bus stop is located almost directly outside of the site. A footway is present adjacent to the north corner of the site however this may need improvement. Should it be required, alternative pedestrian/cycle access into Bletsoe can also be obtained via The Avenue to the west. There are no formal cycleways serving the site, however cycling is possible by using the quiet roads in the vicinity. Improvement of pedestrian access would be needed - either via provision of a footpath extension along the frontage of the site or via the alternative access point.
potential noise from Yarlswood and twinwoods business park
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
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Land adjacent to Souldrop Road and to the North of High Street, Sharnbrook 9.4 ha
Pastureland/Paddock & Residential Dwelling/Outbuildings & Yard (to the west)
Agricultural Land
Residential Development
Agricultural Land
Souldrop Road and Tofte Manor
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Medium – High Density. The site is located adjacent to the settlement boundary of Sharnbrook. Its development will contribute to local housing need in a significant way and will contribute to sustaining the services and facilities within Sharnbrook.
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Access can be obtained to the site via an existing access from Souldrop Road to the west, as shown on the accompanying site location plan reference 48097-1.
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Given the size of the site and proposed housing numbers, it is proposed that the site will be built on a phased basis starting in 2024-25, phasing the development until 2029-2030.
Any scheme at the site shall be accompanied by a sustainable urban drainage strategy and seek to reduce greenhouse gas emissions throughout development. Renewable energy will be considered as part of the design process of the proposed dwellings.
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The site is located on the west side of Souldrop Road in the village of Sharnbrook approximately 8.8 miles north of Bedford town centre. Access to the site is feasible via Souldrop Road, however further assessment is needed to determine whether Souldrop Road can handle this level of traffic and as such, widening may be required. Due to the size of the development, two access points may also be necessary. There is moderate traffic congestion nearby at peak times and this scale of potential development would have an impact. The nearest bus stop is located approximately 450m south of the site on High Street. The nearest footways are close to the junction of Souldrop Rd and High St. Cycling is possible only by using the road surface. The size of the proposed development needs careful examination and further investigation, including investigation into the requirement for more than one access point. In this context, traffic modelling will need to be undertaken, as part of a Transport Assessment, to identify the traffic impact on Souldrop Road, High Street and Souldrop Road/High Street junction. The proposal will require roads to adoptable standards in accordance with Bedford Borough Council's highway standards in terms of accommodating the carriageway/footway widths and the required radius kerbs. Connection to existing footways to the south along High Street are required. Marking on of road cycle lanes shoudl be considered
noise from santa pod
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
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Land to the rear of 157 Bedford Road, Wootton, MK43 9BA. 2.23 ha
Paddock/Grazing/Stables and Menagerie
Agricultural Land & Woodland
Residential Development
Grade II Listed Dwelling and Amenity Buildings, Agricultural Land & Residential Development
Agricultural Land & Woodland
40-50 dwellings
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Medium density, any scheme at the site will include the development of the stables included with the redline plan.
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As shown on the accompanying site location plan, access can be achieved via Wootton Road to the east of the site.
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Late 2024 – Mid 2025. It is anticipated that the development can be built out in one phase and will provide a well-designed and sustainable housing development to meet with local need. The development will also sustain and enhance existing services and community facilities within Wootton.
Any scheme at the site shall be accompanied by a sustainable urban drainage strategy and seek to reduce greenhouse gas emissions throughout development. Renewable energy will be considered as part of the design process of the proposed dwellings.
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Access from Wootton Road on eastern edge of site. There are approx 4 bus services (2 routes) per hour stopping within 150m of the site. No footway on the development side of the road, narrow (1m) footway on the opposite side of the road. A traffic-free track that appears to be commonly used by cycles starts within 350m, but legal use needs confirming. This connects to a mostly off-road cycle route to Bedford, access for which is 1.2km away if not using the track. A pedestrian crossing on Wootton Road would be recommended to connect the site to the existing footway. There is scope for the footway to be widened from 1m to 2m if needed. Check ownership/access rights of cycle track 350m NE of the site.
no noise concerns
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy.
Please contact the agent: Amanda Sutton, Neame Sutton Ltd
Land East of Clapham Road, Clapham, Bedford 43 ha
Agricultural
Residential
Leisure / gymnasium / Residential
Employment / Education
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Access to the Highway network could be gained at a number of points where the site adjoins the Highway
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2023. On grant of permission (Development could be phased) If the whole site was to be delivered then a phased approach would be agreed with the Council. The delivery timetable set out to the left provides a broad indication of the type of phasing based on a conservative delivery estimate and assuming two outlets with affordable housing delivery each achieving 50 dpa. In reality a higher level of delivery could be achieved particularly if a third outlet was to be included.
De Merke is committed to achieving an environmentally sustainable form of development. The site offers the potential to achieve high quality sustainable design and construction minimising energy use and applying low carbon technologies to achieve a building design standard that exceeds current Building Regulation requirements and moves towards zero carbon. Opportunities also exist for the include of home working and other flexible space to respond to changes in work patterns that have been accelerated by the recent national lockdown following the COVID-19 pandemic. As a greenfield location the site also offers the potential for biodiversity net gain and other measures to improve the environment to the benefit of the wider community. The detail of any proposals will follow as part of any future planning application proposal.
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The main access proposed off of Clapham Road would be suitable for the bulk of the traffic provided an adequate junction is built, most likely a roundabout to assist with traffic flow. The secondary access proposed off of Green Lane could be adequate for a small number of houses, but it should be restricted to a small section of the site and no more to prevent congestion on Green Lane. With a site of this size it is likely that additional congestion will result, this could be partly mitigated by installling a roundabout at the main access point to manage traffic flows. There will also be cumulative impacts from the various other developments proposed in Clapham. There are bus stops available on High Street approx 500m away where the 51 bus provides a half hourly service to Bedford and the 50 provides an additional hourly service to Bedford. At both proposed access points there is an adequate pavement on the opposite side of the road only. The pavement on Clapham Road is a shared cycle/pedestrian path. A Transport Assessment should be produced to assess the significant impact this and nearby large developments will have on local networks. Significant works will be needed at the main access point, most likely the construction of a roundabout at the entrance on Clapham Road to manage traffic flow to/from the site. The Green Lane access should be restricted to a small number of homes in the development to prevent congestion there. Due to the large size of the site, it would be beneficial for one or both of the 50 or 51 buses that pass along Clapham Road to stop at the site. Include pedestrian crossings at both access points to access the existing pavements from the site. On Clapham Rd, the crossing would be best as a Toucan crossing which would allow safe crossing for both pedestrians and cycles to access the existing shared path. Reduce the speed limit on Clapham Road outside the side from 40 to 30mph.
no noise concerns for housing but if other uses were considered the may affect existing residential
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Land to the east of Manor Farm, High Road, Cotton End, Bedford, Bedfordshire. MK45 3AA
Agricultural
Cardington Hangers
Manor Farm / urban area
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It is anticipated that the employment uses would provide offices to support the existing employment areas including Cardington Hangers
In terms of land use, approximately 2.5 hectares of land has been allocated to employment uses / 7,500sq.m of office space.
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In terms of land use, approximately 1 hectare has been allocated to mixed use. The type of use that is provided will be determined by the needs of the local community. This may be a small convenience shop, village hall or sports hall.
The final use will be determined by the requirements of the existing and proposed communities to ensure that their needs are met.
It is anticipated that two access points will be formed onto the A600. A third site access could be located through the existing farm access or from the existing access onto Wood Lane.
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This site could start as soon as the Local Plan is adopted and the relevant planning permissions have been achieved however we have assumed a slightly longer timeframe for delivery based on the smaller site also submitted on behalf of this landowner.
This site would accommodate development in a sustainable location, within close proximity to existing services and facilities as well as a major employment area. The mixed use development would promote sustainable living and offer suitable employment opportunities within the residential area. The site would ensure that housing needs are met in areas outside the more vulnerable areas of Bedfordshire including those at risk of flooding and those in sensitive environmental landscapes and habitats. There is significant scope for a truly landscape approach to the development which would enable access to green infrastructure including landscape enhancements and publicly accessible open space, community gardens and SUDs as advocated by paragraph 150 of the NPPF as mitigation against climate change. A mix of house types and tenures would be provided to ensure variety in housing provision to suit the local need, this would include properties with gardens, flats / maisonettes and bungalows. The size of the site and its location in relation to the existing built form of Cotton End would enable additional day-to-day facilities to be provided on site, reducing the need for travel. Furthermore, the development could be constructed using sustainable construction methods where appropriate as well as being designed to accommodate sustainable design principles such as housing orientation.
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The proposal is for two access points to be formed onto the A600 High Road. Both would be in locations where the road is suitably wide, and visibility is good. There is No significant traffic congestion in the area, however detailed analysis of the traffic impact would be needed due to the large size. There are bus stops within 150m of the site where the 9A and 9B services combined provide a half-hourly service between Bedford and Hitchin. There is a wide and well-surfaced shared pedestrian/cycle path directly outside the development on High Road. Due to the large size of development, a signalised junction may be needed to manage the flow of traffic to/from the development. There is potential to site new bus stops on High Road near the access point, providing even better public transport access for new residents.
main noise sources will be road traffic and Cardington Sheds, non insurmountable as permitted housing closer to source but will need to be considered
The site has been excluded from further assessment at Stage 1 because its location is not in accordance with the development strategy. This is not a preferred location for an employment site as it does not relate well to existing settlements and it would be intrusive.