SLP KDBH Extracts - Flipbook - Page 165
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v.
Retention of the Local Wildlife Site. No development will be permitted on the
Local Wildlife Site;
vi.
Biodiversity off -setting for the loss of semi-improved grassland;
vii.
Retention of the MIND Garden;
viii.
On site accommodation for older people in accordance with Policy P4E
ix.
5% of open market dwellings to be provided in the form of Self and Custom
Build Plots in accordance with Policy 4D
Infrastructure requirements should include:
i.
Financial contribution to the provision of an ‘all through’ school to provide a
facility for both primary and secondary education on the site;
ii.
Highway improvements as required
iii.
Appropriate measures to promote and enhance sustainable modes of
transport including pedestrian and cycle connectivity to the surrounding area
including Knowle village centre, Dorridge Railway Station and the wider
Green Belt.
Green Belt enhancements should include:
i.
Woodland planting;
ii.
Improved landscaping;
iii.
On site green and blue infrastructure that is multifunctional and accessible;
iv.
Public open space;
v.
Access improvements to the wider Green Belt beyond the site boundary;
vi.
Biodiversity enhancements
vii.
Any other compensatory improvements that are considered acceptable.
The Concept Masterplans document should be read alongside this policy. Whilst the
concept masterplan may be subject to change in light of further work that may need
to be carried out at the planning application stage, any significant departure from the
principles outlined for Site KN2 will need to be justified and demonstrate that the
overall objectives for the site and its wider context are not compromised.
Justification
720.
The site lies immediately adjacent to the settlement. It is well contained by Warwick Road
and Grove Road, which provides a new robust and defensible Green Belt boundary.
721.
The site is allocated for 600 dwellings, the redevelopment of Arden Academy and a new
primary school to create an ‘all through’ school.
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