Opportunities

Opportunities

Due to the unique location of the site, there are lots of positive opportunities arising from proposals for Sandford Park:

 
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High quality new homes that meet local housing need

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A country park for all new and existing residents to enjoy

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Provide a well-connected road layout as well as pedestrian and cycle links

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Enhance the historic and natural environment and create a network of multifunctional green infrastructure

 
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Sustainable drainage measures

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Preserve and enhance habitats for wildlife, as well as providing a comprehensive network of public open space and a new country park

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Remove electricity line and pylons and install electricity cables underground

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Creating green wedges between housing allocations to enhance the landscape led approach

 
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Provide improved access to the Sandford Mill Science and Education Centre

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Safe and convenient walking and cycling routes to link the site to the wider area including safer routes for school children

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Significant economic benefit to the local area