GW (b) Parcel B Proposed Allocation Sites

  • BLA030 would straddle the existing right of way (unless re-routed) at the north of the wedge and extend the existing settlement line of Blaby southwards, although this would result in being approximately in line with the extent of the existing development adjacent to the East. The site also encroaches marginally into the golf course designated open space, however the impact upon this facility is likely to be limited.

Scoring Impact:

Negative impact on Purpose 1 (Preventing the Merging of Settlements), Purpose 2 (Guiding Development Form) and Purpose 3 (Providing a Green Lung) however not so significant as to alter scoring of parcel.

  • BLA038 covers a substantial proportion of the central area of the wedge, extending between the East and West boundaries of the land defined by Winchester Road and Lutterworth Road respectively. It also includes the Whetstone Juniors playing field designated open space. Development of this site would be likely to have a significant negative impact upon the open and undeveloped character of the land between settlements and (Purpose 1) and the defensible nature of existing boundaries (Purpose 2). Due to the size of the site, development may provide opportunities for new recreational opportunities and access onto the land (Purpose 4). An indicative layout has been provided showing the residential development would take place in the western half of the site, while in the eastern half sports pitches would be provided as well as open space, which would allow retention of the green wedge in this area.

Scoring Impact:

Negative impact on Purpose 1 (Preventing the Merging of Settlements) and Purpose 2 (Guiding Development Form). Based on available information the site is likely alter the scoring of these purposes from Moderate/Strong to Moderate. Development may impact upon Purpose 3 (Green Lung) however would not be so significant as to affect scoring for this purpose. Positive impact on Purpose 4 (Recreation Opportunities) due to potential for increased recreation provision and accessible open space to alter score from Moderate/Strong to Strong contribution.

  • WHE026 and WHE031 are situated to the West of the parcel near the southern edge however are outside the designation and do not affect the scoring.

Scoring Impact:

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