You can’t make an omelette without breaking eggs, and you can’t build a housing estate without HGV traffic. But how much traffic does a development on this scale produce? The simple answer is, we don’t knowRead More…
One of the key “buzzwords” these days is “Sustainability”, but what does that mean in relation to the proposed development? Section 2 of the National Planning Policy Framework 2019 is very clear; it defines sustainable developmentRead More…
One question that comes to mind when considering a new town is what provision will be put in place to keep new and nearby residents safe from any subsequent increase in crime or anti-social behaviour. ItRead More…
We all know that Chalgrove has a problem with flooding. The village is in a low-lying area with a watercourse running through its centre. The airfield sits slightly higher that the village and the lie ofRead More…
For just over 4 years the Homes England (HE) plan to build on Chalgrove Airfield has caused much discussion. Emotions ranging from anger to incredulity as residents try to understand and challenge the common sense ofRead More…
Paragraph 103 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) states: “Significant development should be focused on locations which are or can be made sustainable, through limiting the need to travel and offering a genuine choice ofRead More…
Current planning policy seeks to ensure that new development is sustainable and underlines the importance of Green Infrastructure; and also seeks to achieve the protection and enhancement of landscapes with a net gain in biodiversity. TheRead More…
No final conclusion as yet – pending a site visit by the Inspector next week. This is what the Inspector had to say this morning…… “The Chalgrove allocation has the advantage of not being in theRead More…
Today’s topic to consider when responding to Homes England pending outline planning application (link below) for a new town on the airfield is that of noise pollution and the effects on public health. There is currentRead More…
The 4 week Examination in Public of SODC’s draft local plan is nearing completion. The Inspector has arranged a further hearing for today (at 10am – follow the link below to watch the hearing) with SODC;Read More…