New homes and primary school

from Bristol Weekly Magazine 28th October - 5th November 2021

Path to improved health

New homes and primary school for Warmley

Work is underway on the site of the old Grange School in Warmley to enable new homes, a new primary school and improved walking and cycling infrastructure to connect the new developments to the wider community. The site is already home to the Digitech School and on the southern part of the land, we have identified the location for a new two-form entry primary school, which will ultimately accommodate 420 children. We are aiming for construction to begin on site in 2023 and for the first pupils to be able to start lessons in September 2024. Central to the redevelopment will be new homes, to help meet the need for quality houses for local people and the next generation of this growing community, including through the delivery of affordable homes. Up to 200 new homes could be delivered here, with studies now underway to understand the best way to achieve that, including how to make space for self-build homes for which there is a growing demand in South Gloucestershire. As plans come forward and planning permission is sought the community will have the opportunity to have their say on proposals, but we are already engaged with local people, which has helped shape our vision for the site and how it links to the wider Warmley area. We anticipate that, subject to the formal planning process people will be able to move into new homes here in 2025. The vision for this new community is for it to be socially inclusive, connected to the wider area and have a range of recreational opportunities, including retaining some sports provision as well as open spaces for the benefit of the people of Warmley. £2.02 million funding has been allocated via the West of England Combined Authority (WECA) from the Government’s Brownfield Land Release Fund, which alongside money already committed by Homes England, means that not only can we take these exciting plans forward, we can ensure the new homes, school and open spaces are connected to the wider Warmley community, for example by upgrading this bridge for pedestrians and cyclists to be able to travel locally without needing to get in the car. In order for these plans to be delivered, we firstly need to make the site ready, which is why we are currently clearing the old school buildings. South Gloucestershire Council Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Environment and Strategic Infrastructure, Councillor Steve Reade, said: “We have long held the ambition to redevelop this brownfield site and I am delighted that the preparatory work in now underway that will help us deliver new homes, a new school and other community benefits. “The Government’s investment, through the Brownfield Land Release Fund and Homes England, is helping us to bring this project forward and we look forward to developing the detailed plans and to sharing them with the community.”

Permanent Cotham Hill Changes

Plans to make increased pedestrian access and business space available on Cotham Hill permanent are being put before Bristol’s citizens for their views over the next month. Local people and businesses will be invited to offer their opinions on the proposals as part of the Cotham Hill Permanent Scheme Consultation, which would see changes that were brought in on a temporary basis in April of this year remain in place. The consultation will run between Monday, 25 October and Tuesday, 30 November 2021. Initial engagement with citizens and businesses on Cotham Hill by Bristol City Council last November revealed that providing more space for pedestrians and outdoor traders was a high priority for those living and working in the area. As a result, a temporary road closure to through traffic between Whiteladies Gate and Hampton Lane, and between Hampton Park and Abbotsford Road on Cotham Hill was introduced in April. This is just one of a number of roads in the city under review in a bid to create more liveable neighbourhoods free from traffic and congestion, minimise rat running and maximise community enjoyment of busy high streets. As well as improved pedestrian access, Cotham Hill has also benefited from increased space for businesses and residents for loading and deliveries, as well as giving hospitality businesses the opportunity to provide outdoor seating and preventing the road from being used as a through route. The consultation will ask for views on different options, including some that will make the road closures permanent, keep shared space for people walking and cycling in the middle, and provide space for businesses to continue trading outdoors on both sides of the road. Marvin Rees, Mayor of Bristol, said: “Since last summer we have delivered a package of transport upgrades to make it easier for the people of Bristol to get around and created more space for pedestrian and cyclists. I am pleased that we have done the same for Cotham Hill.

“When we engaged with residents and local traders earlier this year, they made it clear that they saw the temporary road closure as a priority. Since the road closure in April residents have had more access to walking and cycling, and local hospitality businesses have benefited from outdoor trading. “We now want to engage with the community on plans for making this scheme permanent. Our aim is to deliver more liveable neighbourhoods right across the city that are free from traffic congestion and pollution.” Cllr Don Alexander, Cabinet Member for Transport, said: “We are pleased that we have supported businesses and boosted our local economy as a result of this temporary road closure since April. “Pedestrians and cyclists have been enjoying using the outdoor shared space and we want people living and working in Cotham to continue to have this access. “We want to hear residents and local traders views on making the Cotham Hill road closure scheme permanent and encourage local people to take part in our consultation before it closes at the end of November.” Local trader Dan Williams, owner of Coffee and Beer, said: “This road closure has allowed us to open and trade since April using outdoor space. The scheme is helping to cement Cotham Hill as an independent, destination high street where people now have access to more space for a stroll, or to browse and support the variety of great businesses in a cleaner environment.’’ Bravas owners Kieran and Imogen Waite said: “The road closure helps address local concerns about safety and speeding traffic. As this has been a successful trial, we encourage local traders and residents to take part in the survey to help turn this scheme into a more permanent solution for local businesses, residents and the road.” Find more information on this scheme and take part in the survey.

Free lettings event for landlords

Landlords and owners of empty homes in North Somerset are invited to a free event next month to find out more about the help and incentives North Somerset Council can offer to those who provide private rented housing, helping vulnerable households in the area the find a home. The event takes place on Tuesday 9 November from 8.30am until 1.30pm at The Stable Games Room in Weston-super-Mare. The council's lettings team will be there to promote the free letting service they offer for landlords and provide information on the incentives that are on offer in exchange for good quality, affordable accommodation. Also at the event will be representatives from the National Landlords Code of Excellence (NLCE) who will have information about landlord accreditation, Citizens Advice, West Country Savings and Loans, The Centre for Sustainable Energy, the council’s housing standards team and the Department for work and Pensions with information about Universal Credit. Cllr Mike Bell, Deputy Leader of North Somerset Council and executive member with responsibility for housing, said:“Everyone has the right to live in a safe, good quality home and we’re committed to tackling inequality across North Somerset. “If you’re a landlord, or planning to be in the future, you can help by getting in touch with our lettings team and coming along to this free event for an informal chat about the free lettings service we offer and the many benefits for landlords. We’re always looking for good quality, affordable properties across North Somerset to help people who need a home.

“Our lettings team offer a completely free service to help landlords find tenants, including health and safety assessments and advice on tenancy issues. There are also grants and loans available to help make a property ready to rent out.” For more information contact the lettings team on 01934 426 483 or email lettingsteam@n-somerset.gov.uk You can also find out more about the help and support provided by the lettings team at www.n-somerset.gov.uk/landlordincentivescheme.

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