Plans submitted for nine detached homes in Langstone
The proposal by Harmoni Homes includes access, drainage, landscaping, and other associated works, with the area set to connect to the mains sewer.
The site, although not in a flood risk area, is within 20 metres of a watercourse, and as the site area exceeds 100 square metres, approval via Sustainable Drainage Approval Body (SAB) is implied.
A full tree survey was submitted with the application, assessing 13 records, including four trees, four groups, and five hedgerows.
The proposal indicates a low arboricultural impact, with only a 10-metre section of Category C hedgerow H1 to be removed for access.
The root protection areas have been adjusted to protect from construction, especially near the southern drainage ditch, while all other retained trees are to be protected with fencing and methods outlined in the Tree Protection Plan.
A Green Infrastructure Statement noted the site is primarily arable with low intrinsic value but highlighted important features along the boundaries, such as hedgerows H1–H5 and trees.
Ecological sensitivities were also noted, including a confirmed bat roost in Building B1, and the potential for dormice, otters, hedgehogs, common reptiles, and amphibians, albeit with a low likelihood.
Avoidance measures have been proposed, including the retention of hedgerows H2–H5, the native hedgerow H3, and all trees.
The removed 10 metres of non-native H1 will be mitigated with replacement planting at a 2:1 ratio.
Additional compensations include a bat barn to replace the building B1 roost, rain gardens and a SuDS basin, and wildflower and shrub planting.
A Noise Impact Assessment placed the site within Noise Exposure Category B, meaning planning permission could be granted with conditions to ensure adequate noise protection.
The primary noise source is road traffic from the A48 to the south, and mitigation will include an acoustic façade, appropriate glazing and ventilation strategy.
All garden and amenity spaces are within acceptable external noise levels, targeting less than 55 dB LAeq,T.
A Transport Statement confirmed that access will be gained from Stockwood View via an existing spur road, avoiding previous concerns over access from the A48.
Each unit will include a garage and two driveway spaces, compliant with Newport's Supplementary Planning Guidance, with cycle parking also provided.
Forecasted vehicle trips were considered acceptable, and the site is within walking distance to services, schools, and employment.
Public transport access is available via A48 bus stops, with no highway safety issues identified.
The planning application was received on July 23 and is under consultation until August 22.
A formal decision on the application is yet to be issued.
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