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Yes

ID sylw: 106658

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Warwickshire Property and Development Group

Asiant : Framptons

In principle, we are supportive of the proposed use of design codes, this being consistent with Paragraph 133 of the NPPF.
Once a Design Code is in place it is accepted that planning applications should be prepared to be inconformity with its guidance. It should not, however, be necessary for developers to wait for Design Codes to be put in place before submitting planning applications or prior to their determination; this approach could cause significant delays to the delivery of housing. This is an important consideration given the fact that there remains a degree of uncertainty as to when the proposed series of design codes will be available, and that site-specific design codes will not likely be adopted until after adoption of the SWLP.
Within this context, and on the assumption that Land off Bush Heath Road, Harbury, will be allocated for development, it is currently WPDG’s intention to develop a site-specific design code following the adoption of the South Warwickshire Local Plan. In preparation of the design code WPDG engage with the local community and other stakeholders through public consultation events to help influence design proposal for the site which takes into account the guidance contained in the National Design Guide and the National Model Design Code.