Proposed Scheme

The proposals comprise a high-quality residential-led development of approximately 250 homes, forming a logical extension to the existing North Weald residential neighbourhood. The scheme will incorporate a pocket park and a network of accessible green spaces, creating an attractive and sustainable living environment.

Primary vehicular access will be taken from Epping Road, utilising and enhancing the existing access arrangements. The development will benefit from connections to the established bus route along Epping Road, supporting sustainable transport choices. A network of pedestrian routes will be provided throughout the site, particularly within green spaces, to maximise connectivity and promote access to the surrounding countryside and woodland setting.

Green infrastructure forms a key component of the proposals. Existing historic hedgerows will be retained and integrated into the layout, helping to preserve local character and provide ecological value. View corridors will also be maintained through the site, particularly along north–south sightlines from Epping Road towards the woodland to the south, reinforcing the site’s visual relationship with the wider landscape.

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Sustainable Travel

The scheme is within a highly sustainable location, close to facilities and services and within a 15-minute walk of the village centre, which includes a shop, restaurants and pubs, post office and doctors’ surgery.

The scheme has been designed to prioritise trips by cyclists and pedestrians over car-based trips, to encourage future residents to
walk and cycle by incorporating the following:

Connection to the existing pedestrian footway on Epping Road, which leads to the village centre.
An interconnected network of footpaths provides excellent connectivity throughout the scheme.
Mobility hub providing access to an electric car club, cycle parking and parcel storage.
New bus stops, linked to the mobility hub – providing a short journey to Epping Tube Station.

Sustainable Construction

Sustainable construction methods will be adopted in the delivery of the scheme. These will include:

Fabric First: Energy-efficient construction reduces energy demand.
Low-Carbon Heating: Air-source heat pumps or other low-carbon heating, instead of gas boilers.
Renewable Energy: PV panels on roofs, generating clean energy and lowering bills with opportunities for battery storage and thermal storage.
EV Charging: Supporting the growing adoption of electric vehicles.
Water Sensitive Design: Efficient fixtures and fittings inside and water butts outside, reducing consumption.