Issue and Options 2023
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Q-S8.1: For settlements falling outside the chosen growth strategy, do you think a threshold approach is appropriate, to allow more small-scale developments to come forward? Response: Yes As per our response to Q7.2, we consider a mechanism to deliver growth to the villages is appropriate. A threshold approach would be one mechanism by which this could be achieved. As set out at paragraph 68 of the NPPF, “small and medium sized sites can make an important contribution to meeting the housing requirement of an area, and are often built-out relatively quickly.” Identifying small sites can support the local economy by providing an opportunity for local housebuilding companies to secure land of a scale that is generally less attractive to the large national house builders. This helps to support the local economy within Warwickshire by providing local jobs and supporting the local supply chain thus delivering cumulative economic benefits. It is unclear at this stage as to the specific ‘threshold’ mechanism that may be applied. This could affect a range of settlements, in terms of service provision, population / size and location. Policy should allow for a range of sites to come forward, dependant on their characteristics and categorisation, thereby assisting in sustainable growth. There are successful examples of small sites coming forward at Fenny Compton, including Land East of Ridgeway on Christ Church’s land which provided 13 dwellings (reserved matters approved in November 2019 under 16/02284/REM and now complete). These sites can provide an important contribution towards meeting local housing need, including affordable provision. The landowner has identified a potential site to deliver further growth at Fenny Compton and has a track record of bringing land forward for development. Q-S8.2: For sites coming forward as part of this threshold approach, what do you think would be an appropriate size limit for individual sites? Response: A higher limit is appropriate It is difficult to specify a specific threshold / limit as the scale of development that is appropriate will depend on the location and also the growth strategy chosen. It is unclear at this stage as to the specific ‘threshold’ mechanism that may be applied. This approach could affect a range of settlements, in terms of service provision, population / size and location. Policy should allow for a range of sites to come forward, dependant on their characteristics and categorisation, thereby assisting in sustainable growth.The size limit will depend on the location and the site. Any development coming forward should seek to make efficient use of the site in accordance with paragraph 124 of the NPPF. It is noted that a threshold limit of greater than 10 dwellings would allow affordable homes to come forward in settlements that may fall outside of the main growth strategy. Q-S9: Please select the option which is most appropriate for South Warwickshire Response: Agree with Option S9a to save all existing settlement boundaries where these are already defined. There should be allowance for a consistent approach to be adopted across the Stratford-on-Avon and Warwick Districts and for boundaries to be reviewed to allow for future growth.
