The opportunity to comment on the 'Reserved Matters' in connection with the 100 house scheme expires on 26th August 2010. there is still time to comment on line at Full details can be downloaded from the above link under consultation documents. Whilst some aspects of the proposals are welcome, such as the drainage arrangements which will be separate to that of the existing Nore Down Way estate, some are not, such as the intention to remove far more of the existing mature trees and hedgerows than was indicated in the outline plans. When the plans are executed it appears Wainhomes will have almost achieved the complete severence of connection of the 'Country Park' with the surrounding countryside. Although not part of the reserved matters, the development drawing shows the 'Country Park' car park to have expanded to be bigger than that at Borough Fields! What else might Wainhomes have in store for the 'Country Park'? The original outline plan drawing can be viewed or downloaded below (28436_16). The revised layout can be viewed on line (above). |