Update #2
Thursday 25 November 2021
We’ve seen the new plans – and so can you.
Earlier this week the developers invited five members of the St Christopher’s Action Network (plus the WPCA) to view the latest version of their plans.
These include a reduction in the overall number of apartment blocks and an increase in the number of lower-rise cottages.
The developers assure us that they are listening to community concerns - which is something we welcome.
But:
The overwhelming majority of the accommodation would still be in large apartment blocks - one as high as 6 storeys.
The number of units would only be cut from 126 to 121.
There would only be around 65 parking spaces.
The developers still want a vehicle entrance next to the Daisychain nursery on Bayswater Avenue/Etloe.
They now want to add a pedestrian access on The Glen.
Are these latest plans acceptable to our community?
Does this still amount to "over-development"?
What would be the impact of so many new residents (plus staff, carers, visitors and delivery vehicles)?
Can we be sure that the developers' shuttle bus and car-share scheme would prevent any “overspill” in terms of traffic, road safety and parking?
How can this be an eco-project when so many mature trees would still be lost?
Are we certain that the project would really deliver genuine community benefit?
Next week the developers will hold two drop-in sessions – Wednesday 1 December, 3pm - 7pm AND Saturday 4 December, 9.30am - 1pm. We know it’s not an ideal time of year (and, along with the WPCA, have pointed this out) but it would be great if you can go along, see the plans and offer feedback. The public consultation period runs until 19th January.
The investors certainly have a very professional marketing operation. There will be glossy design plans available and data from their other ventures. We are not entirely sure how clear or comprehensive the imagery will be. Please ask questions and voice any concerns.
As well as giving feedback to the developers, we would also like to know your thoughts. We need to understand the mood of the community as we approach the next stage in the planning process.
Please get in touch with us here.
SCAN would like to thank the Westbury Park Community Association for their continued support and valued expertise. They have a broader remit than us and we are working side by side to achieve the best outcome for the sensitive and appropriate development of the site.
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