Yes

ID sylw: 105473

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Manor Oak Homes Limited

Asiant : Jeremy Flawn

MOHL would like to confirm that they support the direction of travel in the emerging Local Plan and in particular the approach to identify locations for new settlements, including the short-listing of the new settlement proposal at Long Marston Airfield (site ref E1)

Yes

ID sylw: 105474

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Manor Oak Homes Limited

Asiant : Jeremy Flawn

Support Strategic Objective 2

Yes

ID sylw: 105475

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Manor Oak Homes Limited

Asiant : Jeremy Flawn

The wider Spatial Growth Strategy: in particular the objectives of concentrating greenfield development into fewer, larger areas of strategic growth; using locations which are within reach of existing facilities, or providing new facilities on site; considering the potential for one or more new settlements; and building at densities that make efficient use of land. Land at Long Marston is an excellent location for a new settlement and the Site that is the subject of these representations can support the delivery of that new settlement over the Plan
period.
Figures 5 and 6: The Spatial Growth Priority Areas and Strategy Options are noted and
supported in principle

Other

ID sylw: 105476

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Manor Oak Homes Limited

Asiant : Jeremy Flawn

We believe that basing the strategy on various options, including new settlements, is crucial for addressing long-term housing needs in the Plan area. The current housing need figure is significantly below the new Standard Method requirement, resulting in a substantial shortfall of over 12,000 dwellings. To meet this demand, the emerging Local Plan should consider at least two, if not three, new settlements. The deliverability of land in these locations is vital to meet housing targets, aligning with national policy to support ambitious housing goals.

Yes

ID sylw: 105477

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Manor Oak Homes Limited

Asiant : Jeremy Flawn

Draft Policy Direction 6: this is an important part of coordinated delivery of development and the approach (including safeguarding land for a railway station at Long Marston Airfield site, for example) is supported in principle.

Yes

ID sylw: 105478

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Manor Oak Homes Limited

Asiant : Jeremy Flawn

Draft Policy Direction 14 Major Investment Sites: The approach proposed is supported in principle. Investment in employment will go hand in hand with the creation of new settlements and this part of the Plan Area is well-resourced to support the proposed approach and formation of a new settlement based around site E1 (in relation to sites MIS2 and MIS 3 in particular).

No

ID sylw: 105479

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Manor Oak Homes Limited

Asiant : Jeremy Flawn

We believe the housing targets in the Plan are inadequate and do not align with the new Standard Method requirements for December 2024, also lacking the necessary 5% buffer. Although there is an acknowledgment of the shortfall, the proposed flexibility does not sufficiently address the need for 2,188 dwellings per year. I suggest revising Policy Direction 2 to indicate the necessity of new settlements and including Long Marston Grounds as a viable option. Additional assessments are needed to address neighbouring authorities’ housing needs, incorporate a 5% buffer, and provide details on housing requirements and affordable housing percentages.

No

ID sylw: 105480

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Manor Oak Homes Limited

Asiant : Jeremy Flawn

Draft Policy Direction 46 proposes a 3km buffer around the Cotswold National Landscape but lacks clarity on development controls and assessment in this area, particularly when there are no visual connections or effective mitigation. While it aims to assist development management, the lack of specific tools raises concerns. Caution is needed to avoid overstepping the Levelling-up and Regeneration Act (2023) requirements. Conservation should prioritise the national landscape before extending to surrounding areas. I recommend that the authorities adopt a more flexible approach in the next draft, aligning with the National Landscapes Association guidance.

Other

ID sylw: 105481

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: Manor Oak Homes Limited

Asiant : Jeremy Flawn

Land at Long Marston Grounds is not Green Belt and is about 1km from the Cotswold National Landscape. It is well-contained by vegetation, limiting visibility from the surrounding area. Nearby heritage assets include a Grade II listed farmhouse and a Scheduled Monument. The area's character has changed due to housing development. The site has no Sites of Special Scientific Interest nearby and will manage surface water flooding with a SuDS scheme. A master plan proposes around 30 housing units, with connectivity to local services and adherence to local design policies.