The site is part of a wider strategic urban extension. It is the fourth phase of the Rivenhall Park development.
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Phase one and two of Rivenhall Park were allocated in the council’s core strategy in 2011 and received planning consent in 2018 for 385 new homes.
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Phase three of the development, commonly known as Bluebells, was granted consent for 58 new homes and public open space in 2019.
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Phase four received outline consent in January 2023.
The established consented proposals
The outline planning consent established the following key principles for the development of Rivenhall Park Phase 4:
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230 new homes (69 affordable units).
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Provision of vast community open space equalling 7.5 hectares which will contribute to a biodiversity net gain.
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New sporting facilities including two new football pitches and changing facilities.
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Cars will only be able to access the development via Forest Road and Evans Way.
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