Chapel Lane, Sutton Manor
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Chapel Lane, Sutton Manor
Thank you for visiting our website to learn more about the plans for Chapel Lane, a strategic housing development in Sutton Manor. Following a previous planning application on this site, including engagement with neighbours and the wider community, we have updated our proposals and want to share our vision with you before our plans are submitted to the Council.
As part of the planning process, because we have amended our plans, we are launching a public consultation to give you chance to share your feedback. Our consultation closes on the 28th July so please ensure you send your comments by then. This is just one stage of the planning process and there will be further opportunities to comment on the proposals once plans have been submitted.
Explore this site to discover details about the proposals, site considerations, and view the masterplan. If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us using the details provided in the ‘Contact Us’ section of this website.
Housing Need
We are all aware of the ongoing housing crisis, with too many people unable to find a home local to where they grew up, close to family, and that they can afford. Not enough homes are being built to meet that local need and as a result, it’s local residents that lose out, being forced to move out of the area.
There is a need for local, affordable, high-quality houses where people can live in comfort, in the area they call home. The important thing is delivering these new homes in the right place.
The site has been set aside for development to meet future housing need. This is because it has been classified as safeguarded land in the St Helens Local Plan, which was adopted in July 2022.
The site at Chapel Lane provides a clear solution to help address housing needs, delivering new homes while minimising local impact and bringing valuable benefits to the community.
What has changed?
Since our previous engagement with the local community, we have changed our plans, reflecting feedback from residents alongside work with the Council. Here is a summary of the main changes:
- The inclusion of a play area for local families to enjoy.
- Reorientated the site layout to allow for more public open space throughout the plans.
- A change in the layout to be better in-keeping with existing homes in the area near the site access.
Our proposals
Key components of the masterplan proposal include:
- Delivery of around 160 new homes featuring a mix of 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedroom properties on land safeguarded for residential development in the adopted Local Plan.
- The retention of and improvement of public access to the woodland area of the site which remains in the Green Belt.
- Allocating up to 30% of the new homes as affordable across a range of tenures.
- Providing homes that will be accessible to couples earning the national living wage.
- Site access provided directly from Chapel Lane.
- A sustainable location within close proximity to existing services and facilities, such as schools, shops, and green spaces.
Indicative Masterplan
The Benefits
- Creation of a new open space for everyone to enjoy, including a dedicated play area for children, featuring a selection of play equipment.
- Enhanced public access to the woodlands, including the addition of a new trail and increased open space compared to our previous plans.
- A commitment to sustainability to ensure the homes are energy-efficient.
- Support for 549 jobs during construction, including six apprenticeship opportunities for local residents.
- £142,000 invested to enhance open spaces, community sports, and leisure facilities.
- Over £7 million invested in new affordable housing, helping more people get on the property ladder.
* All figures calculated utilising the HBF housing calculator
Technical Considerations
Highways and Access
The site will be accessed via Chapel Lane, with the access point carefully positioned to avoid impacting any mature trees along the lane. Gleeson Homes is in the process of formalising a Transport Assessment to confirm that the development will not negatively impact local highways. If required, appropriate mitigation measures will be implemented to address any concerns.
Ecology and Trees
Gleeson Homes is committed to protecting local habitats and ensuring no protected ecological areas are affected by the development. Where possible, existing trees will be retained, and the woodland area will be enhanced with new trails, allowing residents to connect with and enjoy nature.
Flooding
We know that flooding can be a concern for local people and our plans have been designed with this in mind. There is an existing pond on-site and our plans include a further attenuation pond to manage run-off and so excess rain water can be managed effectively. All of the development area lies within Flood Zone 1, which has an extremely low risk of flooding. There are sections with a higher risk, but these are not included in plans for development.
Landscaping
Landscaping has been a key focus in the design of this development. The layout includes set-back areas along the northern, eastern, and southern boundaries to allow for landscaped green spaces and tree planting. These measures are designed to reflect the local character of the area while reducing the visual impact of the development.
Feedback
As part of our consultation, we would like to hear your thoughts on the proposals. Use the feedback form below to share your views. Our consultation is open until Tuesday 28th July so please provide your feedback by then. After this date, you are still able to contact the team using the details at the bottom of this page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or comments, please get in touch with us via the methods provided below:
- Calling 0333 358 0502 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm)
- Emailing gleesonhomes-chapellane@havingyoursay.co.uk
- Writing to us at FREEPOST SHAPE TOMORROW
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At Gleeson, our mission goes beyond building homes, we aim to create vibrant communities where people truly love to live.