Barham Design Code - Highly Commended
Barham Design Code - Highly Commended
A collaborative approach taken towards a Design Code by Taylor Wimpey East Anglia and Mid Suffolk District Council has been highly praised by Members of Mid Suffolk’s Planning Committee.
A Design Code was required to be ‘endorsed’ ahead of a Reserved Matters Planning Application coming forward, for a residential development for 269 dwellings, including affordable housing, on land north-west of Church Lane, Barham.
The high-quality Design Code adheres to the criteria set out within the National Design Guide (NDG) which provides guidance on how to produce well-designed and well-built places for people, with a strong sense of place. Character Areas have been identified, with building design and materials all being carefully considered.
The Design Code application was well received by Members of the Committee, who were particularly impressed with the level of local consultation and public engagement that had taken place with the local community prior to submission. This included: formal and informal meetings; ‘in-person’ and ‘online’ workshops; letters; leaflets; and briefing documents.
The Design Code was presented and unanimously endorsed at Mid Suffolk’s Planning Committee on Wednesday 9th November 2022.
James Bailey Planning looks forward to similar collaborating working on future projects. Well done to all involved – Taylor Wimpey; Mid Suffolk District Council; Grasshopper; and Pegasus Design.
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