Recommendations

1. It is recommended that further work be carried out to define whether the new community is a separate settlement, or falls within an existing parish
2. It is recommended that a stewardship model for the community is determined
3. It is recommended that information on proposals for delivering the development and its subsequent governance arrangements is provided

1. It is recommend that the satellite settlement, which was planned to the east of the main development, is removed. This equates to a reduction of approximately 500 units from the plan
2. It is recommended that number of dwellings is reduced to between 1,500 and 2,700, down from the 1,500 to 3,500 initially proposed in the Draft High-Level Masterplan. This figure will be refined further, within this range, as the Masterplan continues to evolve
Reducing the number of homes will also reduce the density of the development. This figure excludes the development of the former Officer’s Mess site.

1. It is recommended that the local centre be relocated to the centre of the new community.

1. It is recommended that further work is carried out on a more detailed Transport Assessment to ensure all existing roads have been assessed. Further surveys have already been undertaken.
2. It is recommended that access to Wytchley Warren Lane is provided in two locations, closer to the new community. One will provide access to the business zone, and one will provide an access for residents and an alternative access away from Edith Weston.

1. It is recommended there be clarification that high-speed broadband Fibre to the Premises (FTTP) and 4G/5G will be in place from the start and will be future-proofed.

1. It is recommended that further work be undertaken to create a plan for how jobs will be brought about alongside new homes. This will detail the types of jobs will include home-working units.
2. It is recommended there be potential provision of vehicle servicing on-site

1. It is recommended that provision of a business or science park on the site, for sectors such as technology, creative services and emerging industries be investigated.

1. It is recommended that provisions for a sustainable transport package, including express bus links, new routes and additional services, are made. Bus links should be provided to local service centres and transport hubs.
2. It is recommended that provisions are made for a cycle plan which shows how routes within the site will link with the wider area and areas for improvement outside of the new community.
3. It is recommended that provisions are made for electric vehicles and alternative modes of transport.

1. It is recommended that the type and tenure of housing is communicated through the evolving Masterplan and design guide, including information on how local character will be reflected in the proposals.
2. It is recommended that building heights are clearly communicated – predominately two storey dwellings, with some 2.5 and three storey houses at key locations, such as the local centre.

1. It is recommended that we provide a definition of affordability, including starter homes, and that this is carried through proposals.
2. It is recommended that affordable and market housing is provided in small clusters, spread evening throughout the development, and is in keeping with the design quality of other properties.

1. It is recommended that allotments are provided for in the open space.

1. It is recommended that we provide greater detail of sustainability measures, such as grey water recycling, electricity generation, energy efficiency, reed beds.
2. It is recommended that the potential for a solar farm and wind generation be investigated and the provision mapped on the Evolving Masterplan.

1. It is recommended that gains in biodiversity, through focussing on the environment, are clearly communicated and demonstrated.

1. It is recommended that any impact on Rutland Water be avoided, mitigated against and clearly communicated through the evolving Masterplan.
An ecology strategy is to be developed.

1. It is recommended that an explanation of the drainage strategy is provided.

1. It is recommended that further information be provided regarding proposed health and well-being facilities, which, subject to viability, include a GP surgery.

1. It is recommended that Early Years facilities are provided in association with the primary school.

1. It is recommended that a ‘park and cycle ride’ provide visitor parking for both Rutland Water and the new country park.
2. It is recommended that there is potential provision for a hotel within the new community, as well as a lodges and camping.
3. It is recommended that there is a reconnection of unrecorded public rights of way where possible, which have been identified by the Local Access Forum and ramblers passing through the site prior to its use as a military base.
4. It is recommended that the creation of a Thor Missile museum/visitor facility is investigated and that retention of the Bloodhound buildings and associated structures be considered.
5. It is recommended that other leisure facilities are considered and their impact on existing facilities be investigated.