Addendum to LPP2 Pre-Submission Plan
Housing Sites in Haslemere
7.1 The minimum housing target for Haslemere is 990, as set in Local Plan Part 1. As of 1st April 20210, there have been 218 230 completions within Haslemere. There are also 299 328 outstanding permissions (including resolutions to permit) and windfalls are anticipated to contribute a further 153 116 dwellings. This totals 670 674 committed dwellings for Haslemere, meaning that there is an outstanding requirement to allocate a minimum of 320 316 dwellings through Local Plan Part 2.
7.2 Haslemere has significant constraints to accommodating development, due to the Green Belt, the AONB, and proximity to the South Downs National Park. In addition, it is close to the Wealden Heaths Phase II SPA and subject to the size and location of a site, this can be another significant constraint.
7.3 There are a number of urban sites which are suitable for redevelopment, and the Council is seeking to maximise the potential of these sites. Some of these are currently or formerly in other uses, and it has either been demonstrated that these are no longer required for their current use, or else would be suitable for a mixed use redevelopment. Parts of Hindhead and Beacon Hill are in close proximity to the SPA where new residential development needs to be strictly controlled to avoid an adverse impact on the SPA. There is however an area in central Hindhead which is subject to the Hindhead Avoidance Strategy and where measures are in place to allow limited growth without an adverse impact on the SPA.
7.4 There are not sufficient suitable sites within the settlement area or on other brownfield land to meet the full housing requirement in Haslemere, therefore the Council is proposing to allocate a single greenfield site outside the AONB. The Green Belt Review did not identify any areas of Green Belt as potentially suitable for removal in Haslemere, and no changes are proposed.
7.5 For sites that lie between 400m and 5km of the Wealden Heaths SPAs, a project-level HRA may be required to ensure there would be no likely significant impacts on the SPA, in accordance with Local Plan Part 1 Policy NE1.
7.6 At the application stage of all these sites, appropriate assessment of the impacts of development on nature conservation interests, groundwater resources, the landscape, and heritage assets will need to be undertaken, and any necessary mitigation implemented, alongside the promotion of sustainable transport, in accordance with the policies in Local Plan Part 1 and Local Plan Part 2.
7.7 The proposed site allocations for Haslemere are set out in the following policies, DS1 - DS11. These sites are anticipated to deliver 320 334 additional dwellings, against the outstanding requirement of 320 316.
| Development Sites in Haslemere DS 01 - Haslemere Key Site, West Street, Haslemere - DS 02 - Central Hindhead, London Road, Hindhead - 38 dwellings DS 03 - Land at Andrews, Portsmouth Road, Hindhead - equivalent of 35 additional dwellings DS 04 - Land at Wey Hill Youth Campus, Haslemere - DS 05 - Haslemere Preparatory School, The Heights, Hill Road, Haslemere -
DS 06 - The Royal Junior School, Portsmouth Road, Hindhead - 90 dwellings DS 07 - Fairground Car Park, Wey Hill, Haslemere - DS 08 - The Old Grove, High Pitfold, Hindhead - DS 09 - National Trust Car Park, Branksome Place, Hindhead Road, Haslemere -13 dwellings DS 10 - Hatherleigh, Tower Road, Hindhead - 5 additional dwellings DS 11 - 34 Kings Road, Haslemere - 5 additional dwellings |
Map 43: Proposed housing allocations in Haslemere
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Map 44: Proposed housing allocations in Hindhead, Haslemere
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| DS 01: Haslemere Key Site, West Street, Haslemere Land at the Haslemere Key Site as identified on the Policies Map is allocated for at least a) The retention and provision of additional retail and other town centre uses within the site along existing and any proposed street frontages. b) The retention of at least existing public parking space capacity, unless it can be demonstrated there is sufficient parking space capacity in the area or additional capacity can be provided at an alternative location within walking distance of the town centre. c) Proposals maximising Place Shaping opportunities within the site that contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive redevelopment of the site and enhancement to the public realm and the vitality and viability of the area, together with the retention or provision of rear servicing areas. d) Ensuring the e) The demonstration that development will not have a likely significant effect on protected habitats sites. | ||||
| Size | 2.5 ha | Existing use | Mixed | |
| LAA ID | 141 | Approximate density | 50-150 dph | |
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| Description: | This town centre site, partly owned by the Council, has potential for intensification. It is allocated for at least This area contains a number of important facilities and services including public parking, the fire station, and town centre commercial premises. It is intended to retain or enhance the facilities as part of any development proposals. A culverted river flows adjacent to the western edge of the site, and any proposals should avoid development within the functional flood plain, and not prejudice the future de-culverting of this river. Where appropriate, at least 5% of plots should be offered for Custom and Self-Build in accordance with Policy DM36. | |||
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| DS 02: Central Hindhead, London Road, Hindhead Land at Central Hindhead, as shown on the Policies Map, is allocated for approximately 38 dwellings, subject to compliance with the Hindhead Avoidance Strategy. | ||||
| Size | 1.6 ha | Existing use | Car sales | |
| LAA ID | 144 | Approximate density | 24 dph | |
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| Description: | This site is within the Hindhead Concept Area, where a limited amount of development can come forward despite its proximity to the Wealden Heaths SPA. The remaining capacity within the concept area is 38 dwellings. Given the proximity of the site to SPZ1 due regard will need to be had to the need to ensure the protection of groundwater sources from contamination. Where appropriate, at least 5% of plots should be offered for Custom and Self-Build in accordance with Policy DM36. | |||
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| DS 03: Land at Andrews, Portsmouth Road, Hindhead Land at Andrews as identified on the Policies Map is allocated for a 67 bed high dependency care home, equivalent to 35 additional dwellings, subject to: a) Retention and enhancement of mature trees and other landscape features wherever possible. b) The demonstration that development will not have a likely significant effect on protected habitats sites. | |||
| Size | 0.55 ha | Existing use | Mixed |
| LAA ID | 145 | Approximate density | 70 dph |
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| Description: | The site is currently used for a mixture of uses, including: offices, residential, industrial workshops, retail, leisure and storage. The majority of the site is located within the 400m buffer zone of the Wealden Heaths II Special Protection Area (SPA). As a result, to ensure the integrity of the SPA is not harmed by a proposal, it is considered that redevelopment of the site from its current mixed use to a high dependency care home would be suitable. | ||
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| DS 04: Land at Wey Hill Youth Campus, Haslemere Land at the Wey Hill Youth Campus as identified on the Policies Map is allocated for approximately a) Be designed to maximise Place Shaping opportunities in Wey Hill through improvements to the public realm, to the viability and vitality of the area, and by promoting the distinctive character of the area. b) The demonstration that development will not have a likely significant effect on protected habitats sites. | ||||
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| LAA ID | 697 | Approximate density |
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| DS 05: Haslemere Preparatory School, The Heights, 5 Hill Road, Haslemere Land at Haslemere Preparatory School as identified on the Policies Map is allocated for a) The retention or provision of trees in order to maintain the wooded character of the Haslemere Hillsides. b) Submission of a transport assessment to demonstrate that the development will not result in a net increase in traffic over its previous use as a school. c) The demonstration that development will not have a likely significant effect on protected habitats sites. | |||
| Size | 1 ha | Existing use | Education |
| LAA ID | 980 | Approximate density | 25 |
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| Description: | This former preparatory school closed in 2016 and is considered suitable for redevelopment to provide | ||
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DS 06: The Royal Junior School, Portsmouth Road, Hindhead The Royal Junior School, Portsmouth Road, Hindhead as identified on the Policies Map is allocated for approximately 90 dwellings subject to: a) The successful relocation of the Royal Junior School b) Ensuring the conservation of the landscape and scenic beauty of the AONB through consideration of the individual and cumulative impact of development in the layout, landscaping, and design of proposals, informed by a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment. c) The protection and enhancement of existing trees, hedgerows, ponds and woodland areas including especially along the site boundary to the A3 and Hazel Grove. d) The conservation and enhancement of the heritage assets, including the retention of the non-designated heritage asset Hindhead Court. e) The demonstration that development will not have a likely significant effect on protected habitats sites, specifically including the provision of SANG or other mitigation measures deemed appropriate to avoid significant impact to the Wealden Heaths Special Protection Area (SPA). f)The achievement of satisfactory detailed access arrangements to the development. g) The provision of sustainable transport measures which may include on-site and off-site pedestrian crossing improvements, footways and cycle ways. h) The undertaking of an independent design review throughout the planning process at pre-application, post submission and for any subsequent phase. The process needs to be agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority, and representatives from the Local Planning Authority must be included within any design review process. | |||||
| Size | 9.6 ha | Existing use | Education | ||
| LAA ID | 1144 | Approximate density | 20-45 dph | ||
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| Description: | The site is to the east of the A3 Portsmouth Road and A333 Hindhead Road and to the west of Hazel Grove. The site is currently in use as a school in private ownership with extensive grounds used for sports and recreation. There is also an administrative function associated with the education facilities on the site. The site contains a number of buildings associated with the aforementioned uses. The site currently accessed via the roundabout on the A333 and has a secondary vehicular access off of Hazel Grove. Where appropriate, at least 5% of plots should be offered for Custom and Self-Build in accordance with Policy DM36. | ||||
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DS 07: Fairground Car Park, Wey Hill, Haslemere Land at the Fairground Car Park as identified on the Policies Map is allocated for at least a) Be designed to maximise Place Shaping opportunities in Wey Hill through improvements to the public realm, to the viability and vitality of the area, and by promoting the distinctive character of the area. b) Retain at least existing parking space capacity, unless it can be demonstrated there is sufficient parking in the area or additional capacity can be provided at an alternative location within walking distance of the town centre. c) The demonstration that development will not have a likely significant effect on protected habitats sites. d) The conservation and enhancement of the setting of nearby heritage assets | |||
| Size | 0.6ha | Existing use | Parking |
| LAA ID | 1004 | Approximate density | 30 |
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| DS 08: The Old Grove, High Pitfold, Hindhead The Old Grove as identified on the Policies Map is allocated for 40 a) The redevelopment of the site resulting in the re-provision of at least the current number of existing bed spaces (Use Class C2)
c) Ensuring the conservation of the landscape and scenic beauty of the AONB through consideration of the individual and cumulative impact of development in the layout, landscaping, and design of proposals, informed by a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment. d) The protection and enhancement of existing trees, hedgerows, and vegetation, including along the site boundary to the A3 and High Pitfold.
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| Size | 2.47 | Existing use | Residential | ||||
| LAA ID | 890 | Approximate density |
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| DS 09: National Trust Car Park, Branksome Place, Hindhead Road, Haslemere The National Trust Car Park as identified on the Policies Map is allocated for up to 13 dwellings, subject to: a) The demonstration that development will not have a likely significant effect on protected habitats sites. b) Ensuring the conservation of the landscape and scenic beauty of the AONB through consideration of the individual and cumulative impact of development in the layout, landscaping, and design of proposals, informed by a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment.
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| Size | 0.4 ha | Existing use | Parking |
| LAA ID | 1105 | Approximate density | 30dph |
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| Description: | The site is currently used for car parking, it is considered that the site is suitable for redevelopment for up to 13 residential dwellings. | ||
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| DS 10: Hatherleigh, Tower Road, Hindhead Hatherleigh as identified on the Policies Map is allocated for an additional 5 dwellings. | |||
| Size | 0.49 ha | Existing use | Residential |
| LAA ID | 143 | Approximate density | 12 dph |
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| Description: | This site consists of a residential property on an extensive plot and it is considered that this site is suitable for small scale development. Any proposal would have to give due regard to the relationship with neighbouring properties. In May 2021, the site has gained planning permission (WA/2020/0171) for the erection of six dwellings following the demolition of the existing dwelling. | ||
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| DS 11: 34 Kings Road, Haslemere 34 Kings Road as identified on the Policies Map is allocated for an additional 5 dwellings. | |||
| Size | 0.3 ha | Existing use | Residential |
| LAA ID | 1067 | Approximate density | 20 dph |
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| Description: | This site consists of a residential property on a large plot. There is a varied and diverse character to the area, and this site is suitable for a small scale development. Any proposal would have to give due regard to the topography of the site and relationship with neighbouring properties. In May 2021, the site gained planning permission (WA/2020/0881) for the erection of a building to provide six flats following the demolition of the existing dwelling. | ||
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