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GNP2 is a greenfield site of 0.64ha to the north-east of Goring at the edge of the built-up area of the village between Icknield Road, Elvendon Road and the Fire Station to the south-west. The land is currently unused and consists of grass which is starting to be overtaken by scrub. The site is visually contained and is well enclosed by hedges, fences and trees on all aspects apart from to the north-east where it connects with open countryside and farmland. The entire site is within the Chilterns AONB. The site is not readily distinguishable from the surrounding area in views from the wider landscape, including from the North Wessex Downs although there are partly screened views from the Chilterns Way around Wroxhills Wood to the north-east.
Adjacent properties generally have large, well-vegetated gardens. The site is located in Flood Zone 1.
GNP2 is within a short walking distance of the primary school and a convenience store and approximately 1.5km from the railway station and village centre.
The aerial plan (above right) outlines the full site area. The north-western boundary comprises mature trees and scrub behind garden boundaries (a) and the north-eastern edge is undefined with open views to the downs (b). The south-eastern boundary is lined with mature trees and overgrown hedgerow (c). The south-western boundary is identified by a line of fence posts and derelict wire mesh, with scattered trees and scrubs (d).
Views from the roads are restricted except for glimpses over gardens and between houses. There will be views from the adjacent private houses and gardens although hedges and mature trees provide some screening. There are views into the site from the access route off Icknield Road (Point 1) and the Fire Station (Point P2).
Policy.06: Allocated Site GNP2: Site-specific requirements
Policy.06: Allocated Site GNP2: Site-specific requirements
The site between Icknield Road and Elvendon Road of approximately 0.64 ha is allocated for approximately 14 new homes.
A Masterplan (as part of the planning application) will be supported provided that the proposed development complies with the following site-specific requirements:
1. All new dwellings must have 2 or 3 bedrooms.
2. Road access must be onto Icknield Road including provision for footpath and cycle access.
3. The design of new buildings should conform with the provisions of SODC's Design Guide and also the Chilterns Buildings Design Guide to ensure that dwellings will be sympathetically designed and fit in with the local area. Buildings should be no higher than 2 storeys, with rooms in the roof if appropriate.
4. There must be a suitable proposal to ensure that all existing mature trees and vegetation on the periphery of the site will be protected, including provision for the ongoing maintenance for which a management strategy must be provided. This area should be the subject of a legal agreement to ensure that residents of neighbouring properties are not able to remove, reduce or materially modify the screening.
5. There must be a net gain in biodiversity on the site by:
a. providing enhanced mature screening with new trees and hedges on the north-eastern perimeter to protect views from the Chiltern Way;
b. retaining or relocating existing protected species;
c. planting medium and large trees within the developed area;
d. conducting a wildlife appraisal of the site to identify any wildlife habitats and corridors and including plans to mitigate any potential harm.
6. The Oxfordshire Historic Environmental records should be reviewed for any records of archaeological remains.
Developable area:
Developable area:
There are no specific constraints placed on developable area by the Plan.
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