Transport planning and infrastructure design key to approval of sustainable Berkshire neighbourhood
A considerable milestone has been reached by Cala Homes after securing a resolution to grant outline planning permission to develop land at Maidenhead Golf Course. The site is allocated for residential-led mixed use comprising up to 1,500 homes, two schools, a medical facility, shops and a large public park. Motion provided extensive strategic transport planning and infrastructure design advice during a seven-year collaboration, supporting the developer from conception through to approval.
“This is an extremely significant project and Motion has assisted us every step of the way, from the local plan process and allocation of the site, to the South West Maidenhead Development Framework Supplementary Planning Document,” explains Charles Raikes, Senior Land Manager at Cala Homes. “The team’s close working relationship with the local planning authority was invaluable and negotiations with National Highways were key to overcoming officers’ concerns and the successful outcome.”
Connecting communities with active travel
The Elizabeth Quarter will deliver up to 450 affordable homes in an area of acute need. Over a third of the site will be public open space with active and sustainable travel prioritised. Phil Bell, Managing Director at Motion, states, “We look forward to delivering the ‘Green Spine,’ a network of safe and direct pedestrian and cycle routes. These will connect the new and existing community to essential amenities and Maidenhead town centre.”
Motion is currently assisting Cala Homes with negotiating the Section 106 legal agreement.
Sustainability impact:
- Ambition to meet 12% on-site energy supply through renewable energy generation
- Green Spine prioritising active travel and public transport
- Commitment to 10% biodiversity net gain
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