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We propose 295 high-quality and sustainable new homes and are committed to ensuring that 40% of these are affordable.
Our current masterplan proposals would create a residential developable area of approximately 10.07 hectares, with an average density of 38 dwellings per hectare, in accordance with the existing built form in the area. This would comprise a mix of homes in accordance with relevant policies from the Wiltshire Local Plan and Melksham Neighbourhood Plan.
The mix and resulting density will vary across the site. In some areas there may be higher concentrations of terraces, maisonettes and flats, in others more detached, larger homes. The mix will vary, partly aiming to assist in creating character areas within the site.
Our proposals are more than just a housing development – they are a proposal that follows Wiltshire Council’s strategy for sustainable growth in Melksham’s. We are determined to make sure that the infrastructure sustains our proposals to support it, integrate sensitively with the character of Melksham and positively contribute to the wider community.
We will provide land for a nursery on the site, contributing to the community’s needs.
In accordance with emerging build standards, provision of gas-free energy supply through the use of photovoltaics, air source heat pumps and electric vehicle charging points.
Bicycle parking, electric vehicle charging and ensuring opportunities to facilitate active travel in/out of the site are secured.
The site is well connected to the centre of Melksham for pedestrians, cyclists and by car, with its access road opening onto the A3102 and near Eastern Way. Local public transport routes are therefore accessible to future residents of the site.
Tree planting along the site boundary, a main avenue of street trees, providing an attractive area for existing and new residents that fits in with the local environment.
The style of housing proposed will be in keeping with the character of surrounding housing and Melksham character. This is also in accordance with the principles of the Melksham Design Guide, and Wiltshire Design Guide.
