Support

Representation ID: 8544

Received: 15/03/2019

Respondent: SMBC Strategic Land and Property Team - Site S02

Agent: Cushman and Wakefield

Supports release of this land to provide a sustainable location for the development of new homes to help the Borough achieve its housing requirement. The land does not fulfil the five purposes of the Green Belt as set out in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF, 2018). SMBC land ownership extends to approximately 46ha immediately to the rear of Station Road, including the Arden Academy site and playing field. Are aware of the aspirations of the Academy and the Arden 2020 'The New Arden - A Centre for Community Learning' consultation being undertaken by the school. The remainder of Site P09 is in different ownership but the Council are keen to work with other landowners to develop a comprehensive master plan. PO5 is located close to central Knowle with existing road infrastructure connecting the site along the A4141 to Solihull and further afield to Warwick and Leamington Spa. The site is within a mile radius of Knowle and Dorridge High street centres, Dorridge train station and bus stops for services to surrounding areas. The site has clear, strong defensible boundaries with the A4141 Warwick Road to the east, Grove Road to the south and the built up residential area of Knowle to the north and west. A parcel of land within the west of the proposed allocation is currently being built out for residential use. In advance of the Submission Draft consultation , SMBC Strategic Land and Property are proposing to engage with other landowners to develop a comprehensive masterplan for the delivery of the site.