THE PROPOSAL
Wain Estates is preparing an outline planning application for land off New Road, Costessey, which will include up to 800 new homes, a local centre, a new primary school & 6th form centre and public open spaces.
The redevelopment of the site would deliver new homes in an attractive and sustainable location, adjacent to the vibrant town of Costessey and the wealth of services and facilities it has to offer.
The vision for the site is to deliver an attractive, high-quality residential development in an edge of settlement location to help meet the housing needs of the town.
FIVE REASONS WHY...
LANDSCAPE AND BIODIVERSITY
A high-quality landscaping scheme sensitive to the existing landscape character which will enhance biodiversity and the environment for residents.
A NEW NEIGHBOURHOOD
A variety of new homes, ranging from starter homes to family homes - creating and adding to a diverse and balanced community.
SUSTAINABLE LOCATION
The site is sustainably located adjoining the development limits of Costessey and is within walking distance of local services and facilities including primary schools, local doctors and dentists, and local convenience stores.
ENHANCE THE LOCAL AREA
The delivery of areas of public open space, including a children’s play area and a new local centre. Provision within the site of pedestrian and cycle routes.
CREATE MUCH-NEEDED HOMES
The delivery of up to 800 dwellings with
a mix of market and affordable homes contributing to local housing need.
A WELL-CONNECTED LOCATION
The site is well connected to Costessey, with a diverse range of services being located within the immediate locale. These include shops, schools, doctors surgery and pharmacies.
The Costessey Park and Ride to the north-west of the site is a 10-minute walk or short cycle from the site and offers frequent and rapid services into central Norwich. Local bus stops are in proximity to the site providing regular services to the centre of Norwich.
Norwich railway station is located approximately 5 miles from the site and provides frequent direct services to a number of locations including Ipswich, Cambridge and London.
MAINTAINING THE NATURAL CHARACTER
Retention and improvement of existing informal walking routes across the site facilitating access to the wider settlement and areas surrounding Costessey.
Sustainable drainage basins to effectively manage surface water run-off with features to support and enhance the ecological value of the Site.
Retention of existing trees and hedgerows around the edge and across the site, where possible. This includes the protection of green infrastructure corridors.
