Homes England and Summix have confirmed that two outline planning
applications for Wychavon Town have been validated by Wychavon
District Council. The applications relate to the proposed new
settlement, covering the town centre and a southern
neighbourhood.
Validation allows the applications to be formally considered by
the Council and marks the start of the statutory consultation
process with statutory consultees and the public.
The proposals seek consent for up to 5,500 homes alongside a
purpose-built town centre, employment and mixed-use development,
education and healthcare facilities, green and blue
infrastructure, and integrated transport and active travel
connections. It forms a significant part of the proposed
allocation for 10,000 homes in the South Worcestershire
Development Plan Review.
Ben Frodsham, Head of Planning and Enabling at Homes England,
said:
The submission of outline planning applications for 5,500 new
homes, a new town centre and supporting infrastructure is a
significant milestone in the delivery of Wychavon Town.
It represents many years of collaboration with our
partners Summix, the local councils, and Worcestershire
County Council. This is an important step towards
delivering a high-quality new settlement that will help meet
housing needs over the next 40 years.
Peter Bateman, Planning Director at Summix, added:
These two outline applications represent a pivotal
moment in moving from plan- making to delivery. Together
they establish a comprehensive framework for a
new settlement at Worcestershire Parkway, now known as
Wychavon Town, and demonstrate our long-term commitment,
alongside Homes England, to delivering a sustainable,
economically productive and well-connected new
community.
Homes England and Summix will continue to work closely
with Wychavon District Council, Worcestershire
County Council and key stakeholders throughout the
determination process.
ENDS
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