Further information in support of our intended application

Wythall is recognised as one of Bromsgrove District’s larger and more sustainable settlements, supported by access to a wide range of local facilities and strong public transport connectivity, including rail and bus services. The Site is located within walking distance of these services and is therefore well positioned to support sustainable day-to-day travel choices.

The Site has no relevant planning history.

The Site lies within the Green Belt. The proposals are being developed having regard to national Green Belt policy and the Government’s approach to grey belt land. Technical work undertaken indicates that the Site does not strongly contribute to the key Green Belt purposes.

The proposals which form part of this consultation have been informed by the wider planning policy context and by site-specific technical work undertaken to date. The concept masterplan demonstrates how the Site could deliver up to 90 new homes, alongside significant public open space and green infrastructure.

Lone Star Land have engaged with the relevant technical disciplines to inform the proposals, and this public consultation forms the next step in shaping an outline planning application. Feedback received will be considered as the proposals evolve, alongside continued engagement with a range of stakeholders.

A noise assessment will be undertaken to ensure that noise will not impact on the proposed development.

The proposals are being developed on a landscape-led basis, with opportunities to retain and enhance existing landscape features and boundary vegetation. The concept masterplan demonstrates how development can be integrated whilst maintaining a strong green infrastructure framework and delivering extensive public open space.

In ecological terms, the Site is not located within the boundary of any international or national ecological designations. A number of designated sites are present within the wider area, and technical work confirms that development can be progressed with appropriate mitigation and enhancement measures. The proposals will seek to retain and enhance existing habitats where possible and deliver measurable biodiversity improvements as part of the wider landscape strategy.

The Site is located within Flood Zone 1, meaning it is at low probability of flooding from rivers and the sea. Some areas of surface water flood risk are identified locally, and further investigation will confirm the most appropriate way to manage this through design and layout.

Surface water drainage will be addressed through the incorporation of Sustainable Drainage Systems and attenuation features, which will be integrated into the wider green infrastructure network. Foul water will be managed separately, with further technical work undertaken to confirm final design and any capacity requirements.

Access to the Site is proposed from Station Road. A primary vehicular access can be achieved in the form of a priority junction, designed in accordance with relevant highway guidance. Station Road is subject to a 30mph speed limit in the vicinity of the Site and suitable visibility can be achieved to support a safe access arrangement.

A further access arrangement is also identified to support pedestrian and cycle movement, as well as access for emergency vehicles where required. This will help improve connectivity and create opportunities for walking and cycling to and from the Site.

The surrounding area benefits from established footways and local routes, and the Site is within convenient reach of day-to-day services and facilities. Wythall Railway Station is also within walking distance, providing opportunities for future residents to travel sustainably and reduce reliance on the private vehicles.

There are no known designated heritage assets within the Site and it is not located within a Conservation Area. The proposals will continue to be developed in the context of the surrounding area, and the outline planning application will be supported by proportionate assessment where required.

Lone Star Land will be meeting with the Local Education Authority in March to discuss the education strategy. Feedback from this meeting will be reflected in the outline planning application submission.