Introduction
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Simon Waller
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Section 1: Site Promoter's Contact Details
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Contact Name (if different to the name added in the Introduction)
Simon Waller
Company/Organisation (if applicable)
Company/Organisation (if applicable)?
Russell Armer
Interest in Site
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Section 3: Site Information
Site location
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Land off Kendal Road, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
Postcode
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LA6 2DN
Grid reference
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360440
Northing
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478870
Site area - whole site
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1.36
Site area - area suitable for development
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1.36
Current land use and character
Current land use and character
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The site is an irregular shaped parcel of land located immediately west of Kirkby Lonsdale to the north of Kendal road and comprises undeveloped agricultural fields. Part of the land now forms a compound for the development of the phase 1 and 2 land.
Known previous uses on the site
Known previous uses on the site
Undeveloped agricultural land.
Character and land uses of surrounding area
Character and land uses of surrounding area
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The site merges into open countryside on its western boundary and to the east there are broad and continuous hedgerows and a number of mature trees which border the QES playing fields.
Relevant planning history on site
Relevant planning history on site
The site has a mixed use allocation and the areas to the north are subject to phase 1 and 2 residential developments by Russell Armer subject to a Hybrid planning consent (SL/2016/1015) which included- Full planning permission for 78 dwelling houses and associated infrastructure including landscaping, open space, access, highway and parking arrangements, suds, drainage and land re-profiling works; and outline planning permission for this site that is identified for B1/B2 employment space with all matters reserved apart from access which was granted with conditions on 14/12/2017.
Is the site greenfield or brownfield (previously developed land)?
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Section 4: Proposed Use
Proposed Use
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Residential development
Additional information on proposed development
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We are reviewing the site to change the allocation to residential due to the lack of demand for employment space in this area, further details to be provided in due course.
Section 5: Site Suitability, Constraints and Impacts
Does the site have highways access or can safe access be achieved?
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The access road constructed for the phase 1 and 2 areas provides sufficient safe access to service this site.
Is the site steeply sloping or does it have other topographical or land stability challenges?
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The site generally slopes down from Kendal Road and there is a steep hill to the west which screens the site from views from the A65. These topographical challenges will be addressed in any proposed future layout for the site and further details will be provided in due course.
Are there any known utilities or infrastructure installations under/over the site that would present a constraint?
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There is a rerouted overhead power line easement that crosses the site together with a high pressure gas main easement, these constraints will be taken into account in any proposed future layout.
Does the site have access to the following utilities (or could they readily be provided)?
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| Mains sewerage Yes Radio button: Checked Yes | Mains sewerage Could readily be provided Radio button: Not checked Could readily be provided | Mains sewerage No Radio button: Not checked No | Mains sewerage Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
| Electrical supply Yes Radio button: Checked Yes | Electrical supply Could readily be provided Radio button: Not checked Could readily be provided | Electrical supply No Radio button: Not checked No | Electrical supply Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
| Gas supply Yes Radio button: Checked Yes | Gas supply Could readily be provided Radio button: Not checked Could readily be provided | Gas supply No Radio button: Not checked No | Gas supply Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
| Landline telephone Yes Radio button: Checked Yes | Landline telephone Could readily be provided Radio button: Not checked Could readily be provided | Landline telephone No Radio button: Not checked No | Landline telephone Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
| Superfast Fibre broadband Yes Radio button: Checked Yes | Superfast Fibre broadband Could readily be provided Radio button: Not checked Could readily be provided | Superfast Fibre broadband No Radio button: Not checked No | Superfast Fibre broadband Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
Are there any existing landscape features on the site?
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There is a tree lined boundary to the east bordering the playing fields.
What Environment Agency flood zone is the site within?
What Environment Agency flood zone is the site within?
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Flood Zone 1
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Is the site vulnerable to surface water flooding?
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Is the site subject to, or at risk from any forms of pollution, contamination or hazards?
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No contamination is either recorded or reported on this site as it is previously undeveloped agricultural land.
Are there any designated or locally important nature or geological sites within or adjacent to the site?
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Does the site, or could it potentially, provide suitable habitat(s) for protected species?
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Is the site well related to an existing settlement?
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Comments
The site sits on the western edge of Kirkby Lonsdale and forms a natural extension to the town, the access road links through to the phase 1 &2 residential development currently under construction.
Does the site have good access to a range of facilities and services within a reasonable walking distance or by public transport?
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Are there trees on or adjacent to the site that are subject to Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs)?
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Do any public rights of way pass through or close to the site?
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There are no public rights of way through the site.
Is the site currently used for sport or recreation?
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Are there any particular access rights over the land?
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Is the site within or adjacent to a Conservation Area?
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Are there any listed buildings within or surrounding the site?
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Are there any scheduled monuments within or adjacent to the site?
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Could there be any potential land use conflicts if this site is developed for its proposed use?
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Comments
The proximity of the adjacent floodlit all weather pitch may have an impact of the design and layout of any proposed scheme.
How will the site respond to the climate emergency that has been declared by the Council?
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The site is well located in relation to local services, which will reduce the need to travel by car. Also, new dwellings erected on the site could be built to high standards in terms of sustainability and energy efficiency.
What social, economic and environmental benefits would the development of this site provide for South Lakeland and our communities?
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Delivering additional housing to meet the needs of local communities.
Section 6: Site Ownership and Availability
Status of site ownership
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If you are not the sole owner of the whole site please provide details of other landowners below, and provide a plan to show the areas that are owned by you and the other landowners(s) (see Section 8).
The owner of the land is working with Russell Armer Homes and is in agreement for this land to be considered for allocation to residential development.
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Yes
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Do any of the issues below affect the site?
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| Multiple ownership issues Yes Radio button: Not checked Yes | Multiple ownership issues No Radio button: Checked No | Multiple ownership issues Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
| Third party land interests Yes Radio button: Checked Yes | Third party land interests No Radio button: Not checked No | Third party land interests Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
| Ransom strips Yes Radio button: Not checked Yes | Ransom strips No Radio button: Checked No | Ransom strips Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
| Restrictive covenants Yes Radio button: Not checked Yes | Restrictive covenants No Radio button: Checked No | Restrictive covenants Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
| Current use needs to be relocated Yes Radio button: Not checked Yes | Current use needs to be relocated No Radio button: Checked No | Current use needs to be relocated Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
| Tenancy issues Yes Radio button: Not checked Yes | Tenancy issues No Radio button: Checked No | Tenancy issues Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
| Minerals rights Yes Radio button: Not checked Yes | Minerals rights No Radio button: Checked No | Minerals rights Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
| Other Yes Radio button: Not checked Yes | Other No Radio button: Checked No | Other Unsure Radio button: Not checked Unsure |
Please provide any relevant information on likely measures to address any of the above issues that you have answered “Yes” to. Please also think about any issues that might affect how the site connects in with the local area, for example in terms of creating walking and cycling routes to link the site with the local network.
There is a rerouted overhead power easement together with a high pressure gas main that both cross this site
Please indicate the approximate timescale for availability
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Immediately
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Any other comments, particularly if you have indicated that the site is not immediately available, please explain why
The site could be immediately available for residential development subject to obtaining a valid planning consent for residential.
Section 7: Achievability
Has the site been marketed to potential developers?
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Comments
The site is under option to Russell Armer.
What is the likely timescale for the development of the site?
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If any constraints have been identified, are they likely to affect the achievability/timing of the development?
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Unknown at this stage
Are there any viability issues or abnormal costs that could affect the development?
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For residential proposals, is the site capable of meeting the Council’s existing Local Plan policy requirements, for example affordable housing requirements?
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Section 8: Other Relevant Information and Documents
Additional information
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Land owner confirmation to follow under separate cover.