Yes

ID sylw: 107217

Derbyniwyd: 06/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Catesby Estates

Asiant : Mr Will Whitelock

This approach is consistent with Paragraph 133 of the Framework. Catesby Estates intend to engage with the local community and other stakeholders through public consultation events to help influence the design of the Land South of Allimore Lane, Alcester development in support of a planning application, following the adoption of the South Warwickshire Local Plan. A site-specific design code will be developed for the Site in accordance with NPPF Paragraph 134. The accompanying Vision Document demonstrates that much work has already been undertaken into achieving a well-designed neighbourhood.
However, it is considered that the policy needs to respond to the particular individual circumstances of a site and not be overly prescriptive. There must be flexibility within the Design Codes and Local Plan policy to allow developments to come forward in circumstances where they are not strictly in accordance with all design criteria, particularly when balancing environmental or technical considerations.

Other

ID sylw: 107335

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Stratford-on-Avon District Social Inclusion Partnership

We believe that there is room in the broader approach to new settlements and large urban extensions to commit to a design code (or more appropriate vehicle) for the delivery of community development work to ensure that these new developments have a plan in place from the outset to ensure that
parish/town councils are sufficiently skilled and resourced prior to the start of the development, to assist in steering its delivery, that sufficiently skilled capacity exists to ensure the establishment of a viable thriving community, with well managed community assets (playing fields, parks, village centre, G.P.s, community hubs, etc. etc.), participatory residents associations and other facilities as determined at the time. This plan should be in place before the development commences and resources should accompany this to enable viable and thriving communities.

Yes

ID sylw: 107360

Derbyniwyd: 06/03/2025

Ymatebydd: National Trust

Design codes – Given the unique nature of the special places that the National Trust care for in South Warwickshire, we are supportive of the introduction of Design Codes in order to improve the design and quality of new development within an area, ensuring it is reflective of local character and preferences.

Yes

ID sylw: 107520

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Davidsons Homes

Asiant : Cerda Planning Ltd

We broadly support the application of Design Codes, in varying degrees of detail, consistent with the nature of the code itself - be it area wide or site specific.
Design Codes should however be prepared in consultation with promoters as key stakeholders, to ensure the code is proportionate and appropriate. Codes should support promoter’s objectives, where one site might be being delivered with a focus on GI and lower density development whereas another site might be being delivered at a higher density and seeking to support an off-site cultural asset.
A skeletal Design Code could form part of a Statement of Common ground prepared between the Councils and site promoters, applying the approach we have set out in responding to Policy Direction 5.
In all cases Design Codes should have regard to NDMP’s introduced through the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023.

Other

ID sylw: 107666

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Cala Homes (Cotswolds)

Asiant : Lichfields (London)

Cala supports the general approach to set principles for new development in an area. Cala recognises the provision for a series of design codes to cover a range of geographical areas with varying levels of detail. Cala considers the proposals to introduce design codes of varying detail e.g. more detail for smaller sites and more general design guidelines for larger, strategic sites appears to be a sensible approach.
It is important the design codes factor in a degree of flexibility for large sites, to ensure there is the ability to encourage innovative and high-quality designs, which can respond to different character areas. This is an approach that is being followed at Cala’s Long Marston Airfield Garden Village (LMAGV), where a specific LMAGV adopted Masterplan SPD has set a series of guiding design principles that are being developed in further detail as detailed planning applications come forward across the settlement

Other

ID sylw: 107751

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Bellway Strategic Land

Asiant : Savills

Table 8 states that the production of site-specific design codes will be led by the SWLP team. The production of site-specific design codes should be done with collaboration between SWLP and sites’ landowners / developers / promoters to ensure effective engagement and the site’s deliverability.

Other

ID sylw: 107847

Derbyniwyd: 05/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Catesby Estates Ltd

Asiant : Pegasus Group

The Government has a National Design Guide and National Model Design Code which are in place to guide design of development. Introduction of different design codes covering a range of geographic areas and with varying degrees of detail, is supported by national planning policy, including NPPF Paragraph 134, which states design guides and codes can be prepared at an area-wide, neighbourhood or site-specific scale. There would be no need to replicate the content of the National Design Guide and National Model Design Code in the SWLP Part 1.; it will be sufficient to simply refer to the document(s).

Whilst our client supports high-quality design and design codes in principle, it is important that innovation and the need to respond to the unique requirements of a site are not unduly inhibited by an overly prescriptive approach. The individual character of each site and settlement should be considered on a case-by-case basis in terms of design. There must be flexibility within the Design Codes and Local Plan policy to allow developments to come forward even if not strictly in accordance with all criteria. It should not be used as a blanket reason to refuse development where divergences do not have detrimental impacts.

Yes

ID sylw: 107880

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Taylor Wimpey Strategic Land

Asiant : Turley

Taylor Wimpey agree with the approach in principle. However, any area wide Design Codes should remain sufficiently flexible so as to avoid unnecessarily restricting development on individual sites, which will be the subject of bespoke, site-specific Design Codes.

Other

ID sylw: 107968

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Rainier Developments Ltd

Asiant : Pegasus Group

The Government has a National Design Guide and National Model Design Code which are in place to guide design of development. Introduction of different design codes covering a range of geographic areas and with varying degrees of detail, is supported by national planning policy, including NPPF Paragraph 134, which states design guides and codes can be prepared at an area-wide, neighbourhood or site-specific scale. There would be no need to replicate the content of the National Design Guide and National Model Design Code in the SWLP Part 1.; it will be sufficient to simply refer to the document(s).

Whilst our client supports high-quality design and design codes in principle, it is important that innovation and the need to respond to the unique requirements of a site are not unduly inhibited by an overly prescriptive approach. The individual character of each site and settlement should be considered on a case-by-case basis in terms of design. There must be flexibility within the Design Codes and Local Plan policy to allow developments to come forward even if not strictly in accordance with all criteria. It should not be used as a blanket reason to refuse development where divergences do not have detrimental impacts.

Other

ID sylw: 108082

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Seven Homes

Asiant : Pegasus Group

The Government has a National Design Guide and National Model Design Code which are in place to guide design of development. Introduction of different design codes covering a range of geographic areas and with varying degrees of detail, is supported by national planning policy, including NPPF Paragraph 134, which states design guides and codes can be prepared at an area-wide, neighbourhood or site-specific scale. There would be no need to replicate the content of the National Design Guide and National Model Design Code in the SWLP Part 1.; it will be sufficient to simply refer to the document(s).

Whilst our client supports high-quality design and design codes in principle, it is important that innovation and the need to respond to the unique requirements of a site are not unduly inhibited by an overly prescriptive approach. The individual character of each site and settlement should be considered on a case-by-case basis in terms of design. There must be flexibility within the Design Codes and Local Plan policy to allow developments to come forward even if not strictly in accordance with all criteria. It should not be used as a blanket reason to refuse development where divergences do not have detrimental impacts.

Other

ID sylw: 108175

Derbyniwyd: 05/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Bellway Homes (West Midlands)

Asiant : Cerda Planning

We broadly support the application of Design Codes, in varying degrees of detail, consistent with the nature of the code itself - be it area wide or site specific.
Design Codes should however be prepared in consultation with promoters as key stakeholders, to ensure the code is proportionate and appropriate. Codes should support promoters’ objectives, where one site might be being delivered with a focus on GI and lower density development whereas another site might be being delivered at a higher density and seeking to support an offsite cultural asset.

A skeletal Design Code could form part of a Statement of Common ground prepared between the Councils and site promoters, applying the approach we have set out in responding to Policy Direction 5.
In all cases Design Codes should have regard to National Development Management Policies introduced through the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023.

Other

ID sylw: 108225

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Persimmon Homes (South Midlands)

Asiant : Pegasus Group

The Government has a National Design Guide and National Model Design Code which are in place to guide the design of development. The introduction of different design codes covering a range of geographic areas and with varying degrees of detail, is supported by national planning policy, including Paragraph 134 of the NPPF, which states that design guides and codes can be prepared at an area-wide, neighbourhood or site-specific scale. There would be no need to replicate the content of the National Design Guide and National Model Design Code in the SWLP Part 1.; it will be sufficient to simply refer to the document(s).

Whilst our client is supportive of high-quality design and design codes in principle, it is important that innovation and the need to respond to the unique requirements of a site are not unduly inhibited by an overly prescriptive approach. Indeed, the individual character of each site and settlement should be considered on a case-by-case basis in terms of design. Therefore, there must be flexibility within the Design Codes and Local Plan policy to allow developments to come forward even if they are not strictly in accordance with all criteria. Site specific matters and failure to comply with all criteria, where the alternative would not have detrimental impacts, should not be used as a blanket reason to refuse development.

Other

ID sylw: 108286

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Spitfire Homes

Asiant : Harris Lamb

We support the preparation of site specific Design Codes as appropriate to help guide development. These should be developed in conjunction with the developers of the new settlements and strategic allocations.
It is, however, noted that it is advised that “most, or all,” sites specific Design Codes will not be in place until after the adoption of the SWDP. The preparation of Design Codes should not delay the preparation and submission of planning applications. If a Design Code is in place 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.

Yes

ID sylw: 108399

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Alscot Estate

Asiant : Jonathan Thompson Land & Consultancy Limited

The Estate wish to express their full support for the following draft policy directions:

• “Draft Policy Direction – 25 – Strategic Design Principles”
• “Draft Policy Direction – 26 – Design Codes”
• “Draft Policy Direction – 27 – Protecting and Enhancing Heritage Assets/the Historic Environment”

The principles of the draft policy directions align with Chapter 12 of the NPPF by achieving ‘well- designed places’. The Estate recognise the importance of this to support sustainable developments within both local authority areas. A key ambition of the Estate is to design high quality, well designed places that harness sustainable design and construction techniques whilst being sensitive to local characteristics of an area.

Other

ID sylw: 108409

Derbyniwyd: 06/03/2025

Ymatebydd: The Kler Group

Asiant : Cerda Planning Ltd

We broadly support the application of Design Codes, in varying degrees of detail, consistent with the nature of the code itself - be it area wide or site specific.

Design Codes should however be prepared in consultation with promoters as key stakeholders, to ensure the code is proportionate and appropriate.

A skeletal Design Code could form part of a Statement of Common ground prepared between the Councils and site promoters, applying the approach we have set out in responding to Policy Direction 5.

In all cases Design Codes should have regard to NDMP’s introduced through the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023.

Other

ID sylw: 108440

Derbyniwyd: 06/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Mr R Wilding

Asiant : Cerda Planning Ltd

We broadly support the application of Design Codes, in varying degrees of detail, consistent with the nature of the code itself - be it area wide or site specific.

Design Codes should however be prepared in consultation with promoters as key stakeholders, to ensure the code is proportionate and appropriate.

A skeletal Design Code could form part of a Statement of Common ground prepared between the Councils and site promoters, applying the approach we have set out in responding to Policy Direction 5.

In all cases Design Codes should have regard to NDMP’s introduced through the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023.

Yes

ID sylw: 108466

Derbyniwyd: 06/03/2025

Ymatebydd: The Bird Group

Asiant : Framptons

The Bird Group 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.
At Paragraph 134 makes clear that while landowners and developers may contribute to the preparation of Design Codes prepared by local planning authorities, they may also choose to prepare design codes in support of a planning application for sites they wish to develop.

Other

ID sylw: 108531

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Catesby Estates

Asiant : Mr Will Whitelock

Yes, this is consistent with NPPF Paragraph 133. Catesby Estates will engage with the local community and other stakeholders at public consultation events to help influence design at Land east of Banbury Road, Southam and a site-specific design code will be developed for the site. The policy needs to respond to the particular individual circumstances of sites and not be overly prescriptive. There must be flexibility within the Design Codes and Local Plan policy to allow developments to come forward in circumstances where they are not strictly in accordance with all design criteria, particularly when balancing environmental or technical considerations.

No

ID sylw: 108584

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Corbally Group (Harbury) Ltd

Asiant : Pegasus Group

The Government has a National Design Guide and National Model Design Code which are in place to guide the design of development. The introduction of different design codes covering a range of geographic areas and with varying degrees of detail, is supported by national planning policy, including Paragraph 134 of the NPPF, which states that design guides and codes can be prepared at an area-wide, neighbourhood or site-specific scale. There would be no need to replicate the content of the National Design Guide and National Model Design Code in the SWLP Part 1.; it will be sufficient to simply refer to the document(s).

Whilst our client is supportive of high-quality design and design codes in principle, it is important that innovation and the need to respond to the unique requirements of a site are not unduly inhibited by an overly prescriptive approach. Indeed, the individual character of each site and settlement should be considered on a case-by-case basis in terms of design. Therefore, there must be flexibility within the Design Codes and Local Plan policy to allow developments to come forward even if they are not strictly in accordance with all criteria. Site specific matters and failure to comply with all criteria, where the alternative would not have detrimental impacts, should not be used as a blanket reason to refuse development.

Other

ID sylw: 108631

Derbyniwyd: 07/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Kiely Bros Holdings Ltd

Asiant : Pegasus Group

Policy Direction 26 – Design Codes
7.5.
The Government has a National Design Guide and National Model Design Code which are in place to guide the design of development. The introduction of different design codes covering a range of geographic areas and with varying degrees of detail, is supported by national planning policy, including NPPF 134, which states that design guides and codes can be prepared at an area-wide, neighbourhood or site-specific scale. There would be no need to replicate the content of the National Design Guide and National Model Design Code in the SWLP Part 1.; it will be sufficient to simply refer to the document(s).
7.6.
Whilst our client is supportive of high-quality design and design codes in principle, it is important that innovation and the need to respond to the unique requirements of a site are not unduly inhibited by an overly prescriptive approach. Indeed, the individual character of each site and settlement should be considered on a case-by-case basis in terms of design. Therefore, there must be flexibility within the Design Codes and Local Plan policy to allow developments to come forward even if they are not strictly in accordance with all criteria. Site specific matters and failure to comply with all criteria, where the alternative would not have detrimental impacts, should not be used as a blanket reason to refuse development.