Revised Development Strategy

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Can you tell me if there has been any consideration given to removing the green belt 'washover' on any smaller villages in the district?

Villages for example like Rowington, Norton Lindsey, Lapworth, Pinley Green, Little Shrewley, Hatton Green and similar

Your proposals to remove some villages from the green belt to accommodate limited development, suggests that in fact, all villages and Hamlets should be excluded from the green belt, particularly as when grouped collectively, smaller villages are after all, linked to and form part of the larger parish and are at risk of becoming even more isolated without allowing for modest growth. Villages after all didn't just spring up overnight, they've all developed and either decreased or increased in size over a very long time.

I appreciate that sensible village boundaries would need to be agreed by the individual Parish Councils, but the green belt policy is designed to protect the boundaries between settlements and to retain the open space aspect of our countryside and this, in my opinion, would not be compromised.

It's clear to see that the an increase in housing numbers is required throughout the district and the opportunity for villages to allow a sensible and proportionate increase in their housing numbers within the village envelope, will obviously help provide some of the increases required when looked at on a district wide basis.

I'm quite sure there will many objections coming forward against the larger scale developments being suggested, and proportionate infill, within the current villages, could alleviate some of the many those concerns.

I would like to comment in general on the above.

It would seem to be a good idea to spread the housing requirement over the next 15 - 17 years for the Warwick District in as equitable way as possible. I therefore support planning for growth in our villages and that the mix of houses should include sufficient affordable housing.

However, why restrict it to only the 10 Primary and Secondary Villages. Examine the case of say the next 10 village options and add them to the process. In the plan Village development is scheduled to deliver 1000 dwellings ( 15.1% of the total .) Looking at table 2. Villages and Number of Dwellings - if we take the upper figure shown for the Primary and Secondry Villages we are looking at 1200 dwellings not 1000. If you looked for building opportunities in the next 10 villages surely a further 300 houses could be added to the total bringing it to 1500 dwellings raising the village contribution to 22.6% of the overall requirement. Housing in the smaller villages should help encourage the support facilities and services for these rural areas.

With regard to the village boundaries I do believe they should be removed from the dated green belt areas which formed part of the green belt created to prevent Birmingham expanding into the northern areas of Warwick and Leamington, and have new clear settlement boundaries established as should those villages in non green belt areas particularly to the south of Warwick.
Turning to the allocation of housing shown under 2.14 Under RDS4 of the revised Development Strategy, we see that:

Brownfield sites are to yield 380 dwellings ( 5.7% of overall requirement)
Sites on the edge of Warwick, Leamington and Witnash - 4550 dwellings( 68.6%)
Sites on the edge of Kenilworth - 700 dwellings ( 10.6% )
Village development - 1000 dwellings ( 15.1% )
At the latest count Warwick had a population of 30,114 and Kenilworth 22,413. It seems crazy that Kenilworth can get away with such a low figure. It should be taking close on 2500 dwellings. This is because of political manoeuvring by Councillors using the dated green belt to protect their wards.

Come on we are all in this together, let us have a fair distribution of housing throughout the area. This would help in solving the traffic and pollution problem that will result from all the proposed development south of Warwick.

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VILLAGE HOUSING OPTIONS (VHO)

Bishops Tachbrook Parish Council (BTPC) wishes to make the following comments: -

1 General Observations

1.1 BTPC accepts that rural settlements should be expanded by accommodating new housing that will help the District fulfil its overall housing numbers.

1.2 We do not agree with the contrived village hierarchy - it's full of inconsistencies. Each rural community should be assessed on an individual basis.

1.3 We recognise that due to demographic and societal changes it is probable that all rural settlements, not just those selected in this consultation, might be capable of and benefit from some new housing.

1.4. Sites for such housing must be selected with care and in conjunction with each rural community, as they prepare their Neighbourhood Plans. Top down imposition is not acceptable, but help from officers to identify and evaluate possible sites for development is very welcome.

1.5 Communities in villages would find growth more acceptable if they were encouraged to identify possible sites and to select small local builders rather than the process being lead by large speculative developers.

1.6 Sites should be small in scale to assist with integration of newcomers into the existing community. This will also smooth entrant numbers into the local primary schools and minimise population stratification, so phasing of the development over the planned period is very important.

1.7 With a consistent approach we think that the number of new houses in rural settlements could be greater than the 937 proposed. But this will require the exercise to be extended to include ALL rural settlements, so increasing from 13 to 22/24 the number of settlements to be included.

2 BT Specifics

2.1 We agree with the Overview of Findings relating to Bishop's Tachbrook on Table 3 on page 27 of the village housing options paper.
2.2 Because of the way the village has evolved, especially the new housing built in the 70's and 80's, the village envelope is very strongly defined. Previous site reviews show that there are hardly any spaces for in-fill development - with perhaps sites for just 6-10 houses. This is not surprising because this was the District's intention when the original village was extended in the 60's and 70's and all the land included in the envelope was planned for.

2.3 As part of its Neighbourhood Plan process the Working Group has commissioned a study from Urban Vision to assess all sites in and around the village. Their draft report is just in and has considered the 3 sites referred to in the VHO as well as 10 other possible sites. There is potential for some of the local plan requirement to be met on some of these sites reducing the numbers required on Site 1.

2.4 Also as part of its Neighbourhood Plan process a community consultation took place on Saturday the 18th January. The unanimous opinion of residents was that if additional housing is required in the village then Site 1 is the best location and it should be phased and limited in total to 70 homes or thereabouts. There was absolutely no support for sites 2 or 3.

2.5 In addition the PC now has the results of a Housing Need Survey conducted by WRHA in December 2013. The 250 completed questionnaires represent a high response rate. Its findings are that our community needs 15 new homes, of which 10 should be "market" and 5 "affordable. This is consistent with the Housing Need Survey carried out in 2009.

2.6 We have participated with Stephen Hay in his review of sites immediately adjacent to the village envelope; and agree in principle with the Preferred Option set out on pp38/39 of the report.

2.7 However we are not able to agree the number of new houses suggested for Site 1. The feedback summarised in paras 2.4 and 2.5 above underpin the reasons for this objection.

2.8 BTPC has major concerns on the number indicated of 150 houses. This would represent more than an 18 % increase in the village housing stock and a 20% increase in our population. We note that this is higher than any other rural community in the District; and we have to ask why this scale of development is being considered when 4500 new houses are being proposed on sites within 2 miles of Bishop's Tachbrook. This is an overwhelming number and would damage community life and the rural setting of the village. We would like the number being required from Bishop's Tachbrook reduced and made up from settlements not yet included in the Primary and Secondary villages mentioned in para 5.9 of the VHO

2.9 Traffic on Oakley Wood Road is already a concern with morning peak volume @1910 and evening @ 1809 according to the Transport Assessment (Phase 3) With the developments set out in the Local Plan per para 2.7 these figures are predicted to rise by 45% and 46% respectively.

2.10 A similar study should be carried out for Mallory Road which is already heavily used by commuters to reach the M40 from Leamington, passing through the centre of the village. The junction of Mallory Road and Banbury Road (B4100) has a bad accident record.

2.11 The Tollgate House site has been granted to have 6 houses built on it. This number could be increased. There are other small sites around the parish - see para 2.3 above - that might be brought forward for small numbers of housing and these are being taken into consideration in our Neighbourhood Plan.

SUMMARY

3.1 A second phase VHO should be set in train immediately to address the opportunities for new housing across all rural settlements in the District, through phased development over the planned period. By spreading the housing requirement more realistically the pressure on infrastructure will be reduced.

3.2 The maximum number of new houses on Site 1 in BT should be set at 70. Part of the site should be reserved for future expansion of the school facilities and the majority of the new housing should be on the lower slopes of the site avoiding the higher part towards the crest of the hill. The southern arc of the site within the gas no development zone to form a green boundary deep enough to have amenity value and mask as much as possible the noise from the M40. This could be designated as either Green Belt by the Local Plan or Local Green Space and include Site 3 that was considered in the VHO.

3.3 WDC Planning should reject all other housing developments in the parish above 5 units.

Settlement Boundaries

4 The VHO should specify the rural area policies that will apply to any land outside the agreed village boundaries, in particular non-green belt villages per para 6.9 on page 32. This could allow "exception sites" for small, appropriate developments to be brought forward as is the case in the current Local Plan.




BTPC 20 Jan 14

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N.B. The following response is the result of Working Party discussions between Rowington Parish Councillors and is therefore subject to formal resolution at the next Council Meeting on February 13th 2014.

1. The results of the recent Parish Design Statement Survey confirmed that a significant number of respondents identified the need for smaller housing units to accommodate both young families with historical roots in the Parish and existing elderly residents wishing to downsize and remain in the parish. Only 17% of residents wished to leave Rowington Parish upon retirement. Anecdotal evidence also supports the view that many young families will already have left Rowington Parish and therefore would not have participated in the survey.
It is appreciated that Warwick District Council are only likely to undertake preliminary analysis of the suitability of sites, with full design solutions being the responsibility of the developers. Where significant infrastructure works are required to overcome specific site issues, the Parish Council is concerned that initial development proposals, which are acceptable to residents and the Parish Council, may not then be financially viable to the developer, or acceptable to WDC, at the density and layout originally proposed. This may lead to pressure being applied to the planners to accept a higher density proposal, or one that is inappropriate, leading perhaps, to withdrawal of the PC's support.
Rowington Parish Council wishes to safeguard the interests of residents who might be directly affected by future developments. However, Rowington Parish Council has no objection in principle to Warwick District Council undertaking further investigation of the Kingswood sites, which are located within the Parish of Rowington, in order to ascertain whether those sites are suitable for development. This agreement is based on further consultation, including the following conditions.

1. Sight of detailed hydrology modelling on sites 1 and 6.
2. Application of criteria based on recent actual occurrence of flooding, to ensure that deficiencies in the hydrological models do not allow development on land prone to flooding without diligent attention to flood mitigation and prevention, particularly with regard to the land to the rear of Kingswood Cottages.
3. Sight of outline proposals regarding housing numbers, to include housing design and mix of housing type/size.
4. Sight of outline and detailed landscaping proposals to include site screening.
5. Agreement and confirmation of the indicative settlement boundary for Kingswood village.
2. Other Sites
Rowington Parish Council has been asked to give consideration to possible small scale development at Rowington and Lowsonford, namely Areas R132, R133 and R152 in the Location Plan of Rowington dated 25 September 2013. These have been stated to be presently off the agenda for the Local Plan.
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Parish Councillors have recently become aware that Rowington Almshouse Charity has expressed interest in developing further almshouses which it considers are needed within the parish. The Parish Council believes that these almshouses permit elderly and less affluent residents to remain within the parish, with the additional benefit that a homogeneous mix of residents is retained, as far as possible, within the community.
Specifically, Area R133, adjacent to land already owned by Rowington Almshouse Charity, has been identified by the Charity and the Parish Council believes that this should be looked upon favourably by parishioners and the Parish Council. Such support is a requirement of Paragraph 2.16 in the draft Local Plan.
Rowington Parish Council would therefore be prepared to consider, in principle, other small scale developments where appropriate, subject to normal planning rules and including sight of development and traffic management proposals where applicable. In addition, confirmation of site suitability and sustainability, including confirmation that existing drainage facilities have adequate capacity to facilitate the developments at the indicative densities, given the extremely limited infrastructure available in all areas of the parish.

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Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
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from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
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Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
4

Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
4

Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
4

Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
4

Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
4

Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
4

Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
4

Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
4

Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
4

Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
4

Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
4

Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
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from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
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Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
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Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
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Response to the Consultation in respect of Hampton Magna - 31 December 2013.
The Warwick District Council . Village Housing Options and Settlement Boundaries
Consultation November 2013 (the "Consultation") contains a proposal for an additional 100
dwellings in Hampton Magna. On the basis of public meetings and market research
undertaken by the Hampton Magna Residents' Association, this figure is considered too high
and a substantial reduction is necessary. There are a number of reasons for this as listed
below. Any possible increase to this number by a future proposal is strongly opposed.
Green Belt Land and Loss of Amenity
Green Belt land should only be altered in exceptional circumstances and the change must be
sustainable. The consultation acknowledges this in principle. However, the proposed scale of
development fails to adequately take account of it.
If the village envelope is enlarged as presently suggested it will significantly encroach into the
adjoining countryside and result in unacceptable loss of existing amenity which will place an
unsustainable burden on existing residents.
The scale of the proposed growth is disproportionate to the ability of Hampton Magna to
absorb this increase and will negatively impact.on the semi rural character of the
neighbourhood which is a key feature for residents.
The local school is already undergoing expansions with plans for further classrooms and
school run parking around is already leading to traffic congestion and safety problems.
Additional numbers will add to this problem.
The consultation refers to an "Indicative Settlement Boundary". A cast-iron guarantee is
required that there will be no future increases to the designated number of houses to be built or
sites on which they will be located.
Increased Traffic Congestion and air pollution
Traffic volumes in the surrounding area have risen considerably over recent years due to
increased traffic flows from Hatton Park and Warwick Chase estates, expansion of the
Warwick Parkway Station and associated parking and the Premier Inn on Birmingham Road. In
addition the Gateway Project will introduce more traffic and congestion onto the Birmingham
Road and the A46, particularly lorries travelling to and from the logistics centre (storage depot)
at the Gateway Project near Coventry.
The Consultation recognises the need to carefully consider the impact of the development on
traffic but fails to address the significant traffic problems created by the 100 houses expansion.
Congestion already exists as access to and from Hampton Magna is through an alternating
traffic lights single flow system or a narrow winding road which is not designed to absorb major
traffic flows. The additional extra traffic from 100 houses is likely to create even more
congestion and delays particularly at peak times and result in increased journey times to and
1
from the village. It could also increase the time needed for emergency vehicles to reach the
village, thus endangering lives.
Further traffic pollution would cause problems for people with asthma, bronchitis and other lung
problems.
Direct Road Link with the A46 and Second Road Link via Ugly Bridge Road to
Birmingham Road.
Any such alternative road schemes are strongly opposed. We do not support a direct link with
the A46. We understand that it was considered too dangerous when Warwick Parkway station
was built and the same applies even more now. Any such link has the potential for gridlock and
the use of the village as a cut-through to surrounding locations.
At the Exhibition on 17 December, It was suggested that plans were being considered for an
additional road link via Ugly Bridge Road. We oppose any such plan as it would use a country
lane as a road as well as acting as a second cut through.
Once a site has been found developers tend to come back with further planning applications in
the future. Any new road would "unlock" all sites, if not now, then in the future. The village was
never designed for this.
Period of BUild.
The Consultation refers to "phased development". The time taken to build any new houses
must be fixed to prevent open-ended disruption. We do not want (say) ten houses being built
in the first year and the profits used to finance more houses and so on. Building work entailing
disruption and noise could continue for many years. We only have to look at other estates
nearby e.g. Warwick Chase to see this prinCiple in operation.
The Type and mix of Housing
This must be known and should be tailored to the needs of residents who already live here or
their relatives. The Council should be speaking to the Residents' Association as well as the
Parish Council and not confine their discussions to Developers and Public Housing Providers.
The large organisations like Developers and Housing Associations must not be allowed to
override the wishes of ordinary residents.
There should be cast-iron guarantees that local people will benefit instead of decisions being
left to Developers and Housing Associations. Cawston House has been trying to rent empty
flats for months. In the meantime they stand idle at public expense. There has been an
obvious over-provision or the residences provided are unattractive to the target market.
Green Self Builds should be included in the Development
There is no provision for Green self builds in the development and there should be. This would
provide employment for local builders and craftsmen and residents. Self builds are usually
much more environmentally friendly and fuel efficient than mass produced housing. The
National Planning Policy Framework 2012 (paragraph 50) makes special reference to self
builders and the District Council has duties to include them in any local plan.
2
Needs Survey on which a "need" has been discovered for 31 permanent and 12 transit pitches.
WOC acknowledges that many of the Gypsies and Travellers already have permanent homes.
Site of Special Historical Interest
The Gog Brook ponds and ancient hedgerows should be preserved and protected. They are
one of the few remaining links with the past and belonged to the old monastery which used to
stand there.
Wildlife.
There may be bat roosts, protected species of frogs, toads, newts etc. in the area. A thorough
study should be undertaken and the rules applied to individual householders should be applied
equally stringently to developers.
Buried armaments from the old Barracks / First World War Hospital.
Hampton Magna is built on the site of the old Budbrooke Barracks and therefore has a unique
problem with buried armaments. Several have been uncovered over the years. The Copse on
the preferred site should have entry forbidden as, it is believed, armaments are buried there. A
First World War hospital was situated on the proposed site and as a result there may be buried
bodies in the surrounding area. These factors are not recognized in the Consultation and their
impact must be assessed.
Sharing development
Hampton on the Hill adjoins Hampton Magna and utilises its amenities, so it is not clear why
there is no option to develop any housing at all in Hampton on the Hill. Although we are
opposed to any disproportionate housing expansion in Hampton on the Hill, some additional
expansion should be seriously considered. If it is not considered appropriate then the reasons
for this should be fully explained in detail. We refer to the National Planning Policy framework
2012 (paragraph 55) and the WOC Local Plan P - 9. Hampton Magna infrastructure facilities
should be considered as shared with Hampton on the Hill as residents from this village use
them and there is no natural boundary e.g. road or river between them.
Guarantees are required that:
The proposed number of houses will be decreased.
The decreased number of houses finally agreed by the Council will be final and will not be
subsequently increased.
Building developers and Housing Associations are not allowed to override the wishes of local
people.
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