Developers win appeal on Mowlem's site in Southwick
September 27, 2010 8:59 AM
Greensquare developments have been successful in their appeal against Wiltshire Council's refusal of their plans for the Mowlem's site, and have been awarded partial costs against the council. Councillors refused the application last October because of the impact it would have on the village.
The Inspector though did not consider that the proposals would be at an unacceptable density. He said the layout was not cramped and 2.5 storey heights would not have any significant impact on the character of the area. Furthermore, there would be a major contribution to the character of the area resulting from the loss of the existing buildings. He was of the opinion that the provision of open space on the site and enhancement of the existing play area would ensure that recreational needs were met. He concluded by stating that the development would bring substantial benefits to the area by removal of derelict and unsightly buildings and their replacement by a quality residential development that would make effective and efficient use of previously developed land and provide much needed affordable housing.
The application was for 56 houses, half of them for rent via a housing association. Access to the site will be from both Church Street and Chantry Gardens, though there will be no vehicular link between the two.
In addition to the social housing the developers were being asked to pay £60,000 for a puffin crossing on Wynsome Street, £40,000 for public open space provision, and £304,000 towards local education provision.
Although the developers at first said this was too much they eventually agreed the sums after planning officers recommended the scheme for refusal.
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