This site should be re-considered as a preferred site or as a later staged allocation following 0298. Since submission the site is now under the same ownership as 0298 and is available and deliverable. The site is reliant on 0298 coming forward and the majority of the HELAA ratings are applicable to both sites. It scores more favourably than the draft allocated sites on the HELAA categories. (6 ambers compared to 7 for a preferred site)
Further technical reports and information have been submitted which prove the site;
1. Can achieve a safe site access through 0298 and allows for possible future links to the Attleborough road and other allocated sites. (see Highway Statement)
2. Can provide a beneficial new pedestrian crossing point to the Sports Centre plus a new length of Highways Footpath without impacting upon any TPO trees. (see Highway Statement)
3. Enhances Ecology & Biodiversity (PEA report) with associated Proposed New Community Woodland Area and Mitigation Measures.
4. Will not detract from the landscape due to retained mature hedging and further verdant screening offered by the New Community Woodland.
5. Is located near a recreational area which compliments a residential site usage rather than an Industrial area where noise, pollution and large vehicles cause potential conflict and safety issues.
6. Is located further from listed buildings and the Conservation Area than draft preferred sites.
7. Is nearer to the centre of the town than draft preferred sites, where the majority of the shops and services are located, all accessible via footpath.

In addition to these positive factors we understand The Town Council and Hingham Society favours development of this site over others, and we will continue to work with them on the details of the allocation going forward.

The site is highly deliverable being owned by a local award-winning developer with an in-house Chartered Architects Practice. This ensures the houses are both individual in character but also meet the highest levels of sustainable design.