The Proposal
We supported the Highwood Group with the delivery of an 82-unit residential development, including a mix of family housing and two blocks of flats. The scheme required detailed civil engineering design and transport planning input to initially achieve full planning consent and subsequent design works for all necessary approvals to enable construction.
The Approach
Civil Engineering:
We designed a drainage strategy that included for three different infiltration basins. Due to the underlying geology consisting of chalk, 20m offsets were required between infiltration features and infrastructure; this was achieved through careful placement of the basins, and the use of impermeable liners. Detailed hydraulic modelling was completed to support all the relevant applications.
Following approval of the full planning application, we supported a S104 application with LEEP utilities, a S106 application for the foul drainage connection, and DoC applications with the council. A full construction package was produced for drainage and external works, including permeable pavements, carriageways, and external levels.
We also developed detailed sections to address drainage and carriageway crossings over a 24" gas main, to assist the client in securing approvals from SGN.
Transport Planning:
Our transport team engaged with Hampshire County Council highways and prepared the documents necessary for the planning submission including the Transport Statement, Travel Plan, Walking Cycling Horse-riding Assessment Review, and Stage 1 Road Safety Audit. We worked closely with the design team to fix the internal layout, street hierarchy and ensure appropriate car parking, servicing and fire access was achieved for all plots. We also supported Section 106 contribution negotiations with Hampshire County Council, and worked through draft conditions in advance of determination.
The Outcome
All relevant approvals were secured, enabling the development to proceed. Construction is now well underway and is due for completion in early 2026.