Opportunities and Considerations

The site presents several key opportunities and considerations that will influence the design and layout.

The lower part of the site is ideal for Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), helping manage surface water and boost ecological value.
The existing woodland offers valuable amenity space and play opportunities, with footpaths to create a cohesive development.
The existing site access can be retained.
Retaining the veteran tree and creating a buffer to protect this unique landscape feature.

Floodlights from the neighbouring athletics track must be accounted for; dwellings should be oriented to minimise light intrusion.
An updated tree survey defines the Root Protection Areas of trees and woodland.
A noise survey informs design parameters along the railway line.
Existing dwellings and their relationship to the site.