Landscape Priciples
Landscape Principles & Open Space Provision Sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) basins to be located to the north of the site. These will benefit wildlife and resident wellbeing, as well as functioning as a water control system. Existing trees and hedgerows will be retained where possible and improved with additional tree, hedgerow and scrub painting. New […]
Design Principles
Design Principles A Holistic Approach A set of design principles describe the key steps in creating a considered proposal for the site. Sense of Arrival The main access for all methods of travel sits adjacent to Downs Farm to the east of the site. A secondary access sits to the north for pedestrians, cyclists, and […]
The Site
The Site The Government has set a target of 1.5 million new homes to be built by 2029 based on identified housing needs. This will require the delivery of new sites, including on greenfield land. The Council is in the process of identifying how it’s needs could be accommodated, however due tothe constraints of the […]
Downs Farm Epsom
We are preparing an outline planning application on land at Downs Farm, Epsom and would like your feedback on our proposal to develop up to 500 new homes, including affordable housing and substantial public open space.
The Site
The Site The site is located at Temple Farm in Roydon, within the Epping Forest District of Essex. The site: Sits alongside existing residential development on the edge of Roydon Provides a logical and natural extension to the village Is well contained by established physical boundaries Is conveniently located close to Roydon Train Station As […]
Temple Farm Roydon
The site at Roydon represents an opportunity to provide new homes in a location that is well connected to the existing village and capable of delivering a major new area of publicly accessible open space.
Landscape Principles
Landscape Principles Existing trees and hedgerows will retained and supplemented with additional tree, hedgerow and shrub planting. New paths providing recreation and active travel connections to the wider area, including National Cycle Route 1, Lee Valley Regional Park and Roydon Train Station. Publicly accessible parkland providing play, fitness and wellbeing, as well as grassland,wetland, woodland […]
Next Steps
Next Steps We will review your feedback and use it in the next stage of our design process. This may include your suggestions for community uses, changes and improvements. We will also rely on your local knowledge to inform us of matters we may not be aware of. We currently anticipate a planning submission in […]
The Proposals
The Proposals Dandara is preparing proposals for new homes at Temple Farm, Roydon. The proposals are expected to include: A mix of new homes, including affordable housing Public open space and green infrastructureEnhanced landscaping and biodiversity improvements New walking routes and connections through the site Sustainable drainage features Contributions towards local infrastructure and services through […]
Design Principles
Design Principles The proposals seek to provide: For homes Up to 250 high quality new homes, offering a mix of 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 bedroom homes. 50% of the homes will meet the council’s Affordable Housing policy, comprising a mix of Affordable Rent and Shared Ownership. For sustainability Retaining and improving the natural […]