Plans to build 400 new homes on outskirts of Chipping Norton announced
Outline plans to build up to 400 new homes on the edge of Chipping Norton have been announced.
Gallagher Developments hopes to build the new neighbourhood on land north of the A44/London Road, aproximately 1.3 miles to the east of the town centre.
Of the 400 homes proposed, 160 would be classed as affordable housing.
The outline plans also include a community growing space, children's play areas, a nature park and a "mobility hub" with the potential for e-bike provision.
A new local centre is also proposed, with space for community facilities, co-working, healthcare services and small-scale retail to support both new residents and the existing community.
Explaining the vision behind the scheme, a spokesperson for Gallagher Developments said: “To create a distinctive, sustainable new neighbourhood for Chipping Norton, combining high-quality homes and community facilities with generous, publicly accessible open space, forming a well-planned extension to the town and supporting its long-term vitality.”
The developer also plans to create the site's main road access from the A44/London Road, alongside an emergency access route from the A3400.
Gallagher Developments says the proposal would help meet the area's ‘identified growing housing need’ by delivering new homes in what it describes as a “sustainable location.”
However, the plans have prompted concern from some residents, who fear local infrastructure, including schools, healthcare services and roads, will not be able to cope with an additional 400 homes.
One resident said: “Gallagher say new homes are needed locally and cite many new jobs coming at Enstone Airfield. But with all these housing proposals, there's no mention of land for a new primary school, playing fields, expansion of Chipping Norton Health Centre or new employment opportunities.
"Similarly, there are few specifics on dealing with even more parking and traffic congestion in Chipping Norton's town centre.”
Residents have been asked to send comments on the proposals to Gallagher Developments at: [email protected]
They are also invited to share their views with Chipping Norton Town Council ahead of a meeting on the proposals on Monday, August 10.
Anyone wishing to comment on the plans or request a speaking slot at the meeting, which will be held at Chipping Norton Town Hall, can email [email protected]