Permission granted for brownfield redevelopment in Buckingham
August 5, 2019
Victoria Owen
2546 Views
David Lock Associates has secured full planning permission for the demolition of a derelict former Scout Hall and its replacement with four terraced dwellings in the town of Buckingham.
Aylesbury Vale District Council approved the application, submitted on behalf of Brickhill Homes, for the small scheme which will result in the redevelopment of this brownfield site to provide much-needed homes, an enhanced street scene and viable use for the derelict site. The former Scout Hall was home to the 3rd Buckingham Scout Group for over thirty years until it was relocated to its new site at Embleton Way in 2016. Since then, the building has remained vacant and unmaintained, unsuitable for community use and a target for vandalism.
DLA Assistant Planner Victoria Owen, who lead the work, said:
“I am pleased for our client, who saw the residential potential of this site to provide a small housing scheme, in keeping with its surroundings. DLA’s close involvement throughout, with regular communication with Aylesbury Vale District Council, has secured planning approval for a high-quality scheme by a small housebuilder, which should be a real asset to this locality.”
Image courtesy of Bob Harrington Design.
RELATED NEWS
LGA Toolkit on Effective Delivery of Strategic Sites
Today sees the launch of the LGA Toolkit for the Effective Delivery of Strategic Sites. DLA worked with the LGA to prepare the Toolkit, which brings together a wealth of public and private sector experience in an interactive format.
Major Milestone at Houlton, Rugby
A major milestone has been reached today at Houlton, Rugby, with the opening of Houlton School.
Worcester Revisit – A New Urban Space
Cathedral Plaza, as it was termed, was our suggestion to create a new urban space that could help establish not only a new destination but also accommodate a range of events as well as supporting the city’s retail and leisure economy.
David Lock Associates Announces Promotions
David Lock Associates has announced a series of senior promotions and graduate recruitment, adding strength to its growing team.
Planning’s endgame or not?
The loud and well resourced opponents of planning, and particularly the 1947 settlement, are misreading the politics of planning reform, says David Lock.
Stonebond Properties to Deliver the First Homes at Waterbeach
David Lock Associates has been engaged in the promotion and delivery of the new town north of Cambridge, at Waterbeach, since 2014. DLA are supporting Urban&Civic as master developer and delivery partner to the landowner, the Defence Infrastructure Organisation.
Baldock North Urban Extension Project
Work is now underway to bring forward proposals for the northern expansion of Baldock in Hertfordshire. David Lock Associates is engaged, as part of a multi-disciplinary team, to under-take master planning and planning, on behalf of Urban&Civic (U&C).
Against all odds: A planmaking triumph of perseverance over adversity
Following the issuing of the Inspectors’ Report finding the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan sound, the authority adopted its Plan last night - a significant milestone for several reasons.
Stevenage Borough Council goes live with Station Gateway Area Action Plan Consultation
Stevenage Borough Council recently went live with their public consultation, to gain thoughts on the area around the Railway Station and Lytton Way. The works will be a key part of the regeneration of the town centre.
Priors Hall Marches On
Having negotiated outline planning permission for the Priors Hall development in Corby in March, DLA have now submitted and negotiated approval of details for the first Key Phase of the development.