Policy information sourced from Sandridge Parish Council Neighbourhood Plan
D2 Potential Development Land
Where a residential development proposal within the Metropolitan Green Belt does not comply with the exceptions set out in NPPF paragraph 145 (other than if it is specifically identified within the emerging Local Plan), it will not be supported. A residential development proposal (other than within the Green Belt) will be supported if all the following criteria are met:
- It has regard to the needs of young families looking for 2 or 3 bedroom properties, which may include semi-detached and terraced housing.
- It has regard to the need for homes suitable for downsizing and lifetime occupation by the elderly, including bungalows and sheltered accommodation.
- It provides a mix of homes for either purchase or rent (including self-build plots), which include an element of social and affordable in accordance with local needs, taking into account the high market value of property in St Albans in relation to the average salary.
- A Construction Management Plan containing an appropriate level of detail for the size of development should be agreed in consultation with Sandridge Parish Council, prior to any development taking place, to minimise the impact on the local community. This will include statements on how the construction will be carried out including construction routes and how and when repairs to any infrastructure damage caused by the construction process will be rectified.
- Applications for development of 10 or more dwellings identify and make proposals to address any adverse impacts such development will have on the character of the Parish, the facilities within the Parish, on parking and public transport. Section 106 agreements or planning conditions should be created to support appropriate proposals.
For more information please see the Neighbourhood Plan