Gotham Housing Land Assessment

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 1.1 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: Not stated

Dwelling capacity: 25

Density (dwellings/hectare): 23

Site source: Developer / Landowner Submission

Planning reference: None

Type of site: Not stated

Allocated site reference: None

Status: No formal allocation or no extant planning permission for residential development.

Number of dwellings remaining: 25

Source of number of dwellings: Assumption made on best estimate

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: Site is identified as GOT/B within Local Plan Part 2 Green Belt Review. The site is enclosed by development on two sides with the Community Centre and Sports Pavilion to the east and Telephone Exchange to the west (on the southern half of this boundary). Whilst these do not form the physical boundary between open countryside and the built up area, the presence of these existing features/boundaries reduce the Green Belt’s importance against restricting sprawl and preventing the merging of settlements. The site should score lower overall, however the land has naturally regenerated and the site is countryside in character rather than settlement fringe. The overall score of 11 reflects land which is of low-medium Green Belt importance.

Flood risk: Flood zone 1. EA map identifies a small area of the site as being at low risk of surface water flooding.

Landscape assessment: Aggregate LVIA score: 56/100. The site comprises one field with rough/ equestrian characteristics. There are some PRoW's within the study area with Gotham BW3 running along the sites south-western boundary. There are few conservational interests within the study area, none of which directly influence the site. There is an overall low landscape value within the study area due to some levels of degradation and a high degree of human influence. There is a medium susceptibility to change with a slight loss of rural character despite sites domesticated nature. The sensitivity of the landscape character is medium overall. Visually, there are no indicators of value. There is a medium number of potential receptors as the site is on the village edge. The overall visual susceptibility is medium due to the levels of visibility, particularly from the west and the site forming part of the settlement edge. Overall, there is low visual sensitivity.

Green infrastructure: Site currently provides accessible natural greenspace for local residents. There is limited opportunity to retain or enhance this use given the size of the site and development proposed.

Historic environment: There are no designated heritage assets within or in close proximity of this site. Old mineral railway line runs along the western boundary.

Nature conservation: Gotham Hill Pasture SSSI and LWS is 300m north and easily accessible via the track which borders the site. Site is notified due to its species-rich grassland. Unlikely that site could be adversely affected by the scale of this development. Advice from Natural England will confirm this. The Biodiversity Mapping Report identifies the site as being located within an area where the grassland should be improved in the short term. Whilst development would result in the loss of habitat, it could facilitate improvements (quality and connectivity) within remaining areas. Nottinghamshire County Council and Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust highlight that the scrub and grassland may have ecological value.

Air quality / contamination: Site is not within an AQMA.

Community facilities: Village contains a limited number of community facilities including a small convenience store/post office, village hall (currently being rebuilt after a fire) and pubs.

Highways and access: The track is adopted Highway, however it is currently considered unsuitable for residential use. Developer would need to provide a 4.8m carriageway, 2.0m footway and 0.7m service strip. Not sure if this possible within the existing extents of highway.

Accessibility: The site is within a 5 minute walk of the village centre which has basic facilities. Bus stops on Nottingham Road are served by the number 1 bus between Nottingham and Loughborough. These services run 2-3 times per hour.

Other issues: Right of Way is adjacent to the site. Land itself is used by residents as an informal recreational area (dog walking etc.).

Agricultural land: Part of site is identified as Grade 3, although not in agricultural use.

Deliverability: Landowner's representation on LAPP Publication draft mean that the site is available for development.

Suitability: Could be suitable

Availability: Available 11 to 15 years

Achievability: Achievable 11 to 15 years

Delivery period: Not applicable

Delivery: Could be suitable if policy changes 5+ years

Overall summary: The positives in relation to the site are that it is of low landscape value and low-medium green belt importance when assessed against the purposes for including land within it. It is close to most of the villages facilities and the main bus route. The negatives against the site are that purposes for including land within it. It is close to most of the villages facilities and the main bus route. The negatives against the site are that it may have ecological value and provides for a green corridor out of the village north toward Gotham Hills. Gaining access to the site would also be difficult unless third party land could be acquired. Public Bridleway would need to be incorporated if site is allocated for development. Site recommended as a preferred housing site in the Gotham Neighbourhood plan should further housing allocations be necessary in future plan reviews.

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 2.5 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: Greenfield

Dwelling capacity: 58

Density (dwellings/hectare): 20

Site source: Developer / Landowner Submission

Planning reference: None

Type of site: Adjoining other village

Allocated site reference: None

Status: No formal allocation or no extant planning permission for residential development.

Number of dwellings remaining: 50

Source of number of dwellings: No formal allocation or no extant planning permission for residential development.

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: GOT2 comprises the western two thirds of site GOT/A in the Green Belt Review. The enclosure of this parcel of Green Belt land on three sides and its robust rear boundary significantly reduces its performance against the purposes of checking unrestricted sprawl and the prevention of merging. The enclosure of the site by prominent residential developments reduce its performance against the purpose of safeguarding countryside.

Whilst the land is important to the seƫng of the former school (Grade II listed) and Home Farm (a local interest building) this does not increase its Green Belt above a low-medium importance. This is reflected in a score of 11.

Flood risk: Flood zone 1

Landscape assessment: Aggregate LVIA score: 62/100. The site comprises one field sub-divided for equestrian purposes with areas of well and poorly managed character. There are some PRoW with Gotham FP2 running along the western boundary of the site and intersecting FP22 which runs adjacent to the sites northern boundary. There are few conservational interests within the study area. There is an overall medium landscape value within the study area due to a combination of well managed and degraded spaces. There is a low susceptibility to benches and picnic areas along FP22, as well as signs of recent improvements and usage. There is a medium number of potential receptors as the site is part of the settlement edge. The overall visual susceptibility is medium partly due to open views from the south. Overall, there is medium visual sensitivity.

Green infrastructure: Site is proposed as local green space in the Gotham Neighbourhood Plan. A right of way borders the site and permissive pedestrian route follows the old minerals line behind. These provide access to the wider countryside, including Gotham hill. Direct access to these routes should be provided. Given the scale of development there are limited opportunities for significant onsite GI, beyond linked amenity space/natural green space.

Historic environment: The old school is Grade II Listed and Home Farm is a local interest building. The development of this field would adversely affect the setting of these historic assets, especially Home Farm which has a historic relationship with the neighbouring land. Ridge and furrow, trackway and mound - possibly mill mound given size and position near the brow of the hill. Ridge and Furrow not pronounced.

Nature conservation: There are no designated nature conservation interest within or adjacent to the site. It is however bounded by established mature hedgerows which are a LBAP habitat. Pasture may contain locally valuable neutral grassland species. Hedgerow quality and connectivity should be preserved and enhanced in accordance with Wider Landscape objectives within Biodiversity Opportunity Mapping Report (BOMR). BOMR also identifies the neighbouring former minerals line as connection between grassland sites. Adverse effects should be avoided, mitigated or as a last resort compensated.

Air quality / contamination: Site is not within an AQMA.

Community facilities: Village contains a limited number of community facilities including a small convenience store/post office, village hall (currently being rebuilt after a fire) and pubs.

Highways and access: No issues, subject to achieving visibility.

Accessibility: The site is within a 5 minute walk of the village centre which has basic facilities. Bus stops on Nottingham Road are served by the number 1 bus between Nottingham and Loughborough. These services run 2-3 times per hour.

Other issues: None stated

Agricultural land: Site is classified as grade 3 agricultural land.

Deliverability: Promoted on behalf of landowner during further options consultation, although agent is no longer promoting the site therefore uncertain on availability.

Suitability: Could be suitable

Availability: Available 11 to 15 years

Achievability: Achievable 11 to 15 years

Delivery period: Not applicable

Delivery: Could be suitable if policy changes 5+ years

Overall summary: The positives in relation to the site are that it is of low-medium green belt importance when assessed against the purposes for including land within it. It is reasonably close to most of the villages facilities and the main bus route. Highways have indicated that access could be achieved to the site subject to visibility. On the other side, the site is of medium landscape value, and development of the site could cause a degree of harm to designated and non-designated heritage assets. The site is designated as a local green space in the Gotham Neighbourhood Plan. Due to this designation very special circumstances would need to exist in order for the site to be suitable for development.

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 0.18 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: Greenfield

Dwelling capacity: 1

Density (dwellings/hectare): Not stated

Site source: Planning Application

Planning reference: 21/01177/REM

Type of site: Adjoining other village

Allocated site reference: None

Status: Extant outline planning permission

Number of dwellings remaining: 1

Source of number of dwellings: Planning Application

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: Not stated

Flood risk: Not stated

Landscape assessment: Not stated

Green infrastructure: Not stated

Historic environment: Not stated

Nature conservation: Not stated

Air quality / contamination: Not stated

Community facilities: Not stated

Highways and access: Not stated

Accessibility: Not stated

Other issues: Not stated

Agricultural land: Not stated

Deliverability: Under construction

Suitability: Suitable

Availability: Available now - 1 to 5 years

Achievability: Achievable now 1 to 5 years

Delivery period: 1 year

Delivery: 5 Year Tranche - 0 to 5 years

Overall summary: Under construction

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 2.4 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: Greenfield

Dwelling capacity: 55

Density (dwellings/hectare): 20

Site source: Developer / Landowner Submission

Planning reference: None

Type of site: Adjoining other village

Allocated site reference: None

Status: No formal allocation or no extant planning permission for residential development.

Number of dwellings remaining: 50

Source of number of dwellings: Assumption made on best estimate

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: The site is not located within the Green Belt.

Flood risk: Flood zone 1. EA map identifies the south east corner of the site as being at high risk of surface water flooding.

Landscape assessment: Aggregate LVIA score: 46/100. The site is made up of two fields with rough/ equestrian characteristics. There are some PRoW's within the study area but none which directly influence the site. There are few conservational interests within the study area, with one listed building situated on the south-eastern corner of the site boundary. There is an overall low landscape value within the study area due to a combination of some degraded spaces and high levels of human influence. There is a low susceptibility to change with no notable loss of key characteristics and an extension of the urban fringe. The sensitivity of the landscape character is low overall. Visually, there are no indicators of value present. There is a medium number of potential receptors as the site is part of the settlement edge. The overall visual susceptibility is low partly due to the site being unimportant to visual amenity. Overall, there is low visual sensitivity.

Green infrastructure: The site is proposed to be allocated as a local green space in the Gotham Neighbourhood plan. The site is small and offers limited opportunities, beyond small amenity spaces, for green infrastructure. If allocated and developed as part of a larger housing scheme, greater opportunities to include green infrastructure and open space exist.

Historic environment: There are no designated heritage assets within or in close proximity of this site. Evidence of Ridge and Furrow to the west of the site and an undated bank feature to south.

Nature conservation: Gotham Disused Railway Line LWS (woodland) borders the site on its western boundary. The LWS separates the site from Gypsum Way. It is bounded by established mature hedgerows which are a LBAP habitat. The pasture is identified as existing grassland within the Biodiversity Opportunity Mapping Report (BOMP) and may contain locally valuable neutral grassland species. Hedgerow quality and connectivity should be preserved and enhanced in accordance with Wider Landscape objectives within Biodiversity Opportunity Mapping Report. Adverse effects should be avoided, mitigated or as a last resort compensated.

Air quality / contamination: Site is not within an AQMA.

Community facilities: Village contains a limited number of community facilities including a small convenience store/post office, village hall (currently being rebuilt after a fire) and pubs.

Highways and access: Likely to be acceptable, provide existing road width is greater than 4.8m.

Accessibility: The site is within a 5 minute walk of the village centre which has basic facilities. Bus stops on Nottingham Road/Leake Road are served by the number 1 bus between Nottingham and Loughborough. These services run 2-3 times per hour.

Other issues: None stated

Agricultural land: Site is identified as Grade 3.

Deliverability: Site promoted on behalf of landowner and land promoter.

Suitability: Could be suitable

Availability: Available 11 to 15 years

Achievability: Achievable 11 to 15 years

Delivery period: Not applicable

Delivery: Could be suitable if policy changes 5+ years

Overall summary: The site has been adjudged to have low landscape value. The site is within walking distance of most facilities and is five minutes away from the main bus route. Access could be provided to the site provided Hall Drive is wider than 4.8 Metres. Negatives in relation to the site include impact on non designated heritage assets. Northern field contains ridge and furrow of intermittent quality. Site adjacent to Local Wildlife Site. Site is identified a local green space within the Gotham Neighbourhood Plan. As such this is a significant policy constraint to development and very special circumstances would need to be demonstrated to justify its development.

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 4.5 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: Mixed

Dwelling capacity: 70

Density (dwellings/hectare): 18

Site source: Housing Allocation

Planning reference: 19/02915/FUL

Type of site: Adjoining other village

Allocated site reference: LAPP policy 9

Status: Planning application under consideration

Number of dwellings remaining: 70

Source of number of dwellings: Development Plan Document

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: The site is not located within the Green Belt.

Flood risk: Flood zone 1. EA map identifies land within the site as being at high, medium and low risk of surface water flooding.

Landscape assessment: Aggregate LVIA score: 46/100. The site comprises several field boundaries with a mixture of pastoral, rough/equestrian and urban characteristics. There are some PRoW's within the study area but none which directly influence the site. There are few conservational interests within the study area, with one listed building situated on the eastern edge of the site boundary. There is an overall low landscape value within the study area due to a combination of some degraded spaces and high levels of human influence. There is a low susceptibility to change with no notable loss of key characteristics and an extension of the urban fringe. The sensitivity of the landscape character is low overall. Visually, there are no indicators of value present. There are a medium number of potential receptors as the site is part of the settlement edge. The overall visual susceptibility is low partly due to the site being unimportant to visual amenity. Overall, there is low visual sensitivity.

Green infrastructure: The scale of the development offers opportunities to provide on-site green infrastructure. Formal open/amenity space, wildlife and pedestrian / cycle corridors. LWS which borders the site should be protected and enhanced. Existing hedgerows provide local wildlife corridors that connect to the LWS.

Historic environment: HER identifies Ridge and Furrow across much of the site plus HER Boundary Bank feature. Ridge and furrow barely evident on the ground. Listed building on adjacent Bus Depot site.

Nature conservation: Gotham Disused Railway Line LWS borders the site on its western boundary. The LWS separates the site from Gypsum Way. It is bounded by and contains established mature hedgerows which are a LBAP habitat. The pasture is identified as existing grassland within the Biodiversity Opportunity Mapping Report (BOMP) and may contain locally valuable neutral grassland species. Hedgerow quality and connectivity should be preserved and enhanced in accordance with Wider Landscape objectives within Biodiversity Opportunity Mapping project. Adverse effects should be avoided, mitigated or as a last resort compensated.

Air quality / contamination: Site is not within an AQMA.

Community facilities: Village contains a limited number of community facilities including a small convenience store/post office, village hall (currently being rebuilt after a fire) and pubs.

Highways and access: Access would need to be achieved via Leake Road if the Bus depot option is no longer available.

Accessibility: The site is within a 5 minute walk of the village centre which has basic facilities. Bus stops on Nottingham Road/Leake Road are served by the number 1 bus between Nottingham and Loughborough. These services run 2-3 times per hour.

Other issues: Not stated

Agricultural land: Site is identified as Grade 3 agricultural land although in various uses.

Deliverability: Full planning application submitted by Davidsons which is under consideration for 96 dwellings, although site capacity will remain at the LAPP capacity of 70 dwellings for the purposes of the SHLAA unless permission is granted for this number of dwellings. The application is close to being determined 31 March 2024. Deliverable within 5 years.

Suitability: Suitable

Availability: Available now - 1 to 5 years

Achievability: Achievable now 1 to 5 years

Delivery period: 2 years

Delivery: 5 Year Tranche - 0 to 5 years

Overall summary: Full planning application submitted by Davidsons which is under consideration for 96 dwellings, although site capacity will remain at the LAPP capacity of 70 dwellings for the purposes of the SHLAA unless permission is granted for this number of dwellings. The application is close to being determined 31 March 2024. Deliverable within 5 years.

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 5.8 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: Greenfield

Dwelling capacity: 120

Density (dwellings/hectare): 23

Site source: Developer / Landowner Submission

Planning reference: None

Type of site: Adjoining other village

Allocated site reference: None

Status: No formal allocation or no extant planning permission for residential development.

Number of dwellings remaining: 120

Source of number of dwellings: Assumption made on best estimate

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: This site is identified as GOT/D in the Green Belt Review. The open countryside character of the land results in the Green Belt designation performing well against the purposes of checking unrestricted sprawl and safeguarding the countryside from encroachment. The existence of development along Leake Road and the absence of significant heritage issues however reduce the Green Belts overall importance. The land scores 13 reflecting a site which is within the higher range of sites that are of low-medium Green Belt importance.

Flood risk: Flood zone 1. EA map identifies land within the northern area of the site as being at medium and low risk of surface water flooding.

Landscape assessment: Aggregate LVIA score: 55/100. The site comprises an arable field which lies immediately east of Leake Road and to the south of the main village of Gotham. On of the key characteristics of the site is the role that it plays in forming both part of the rural setting to and southern approach of Gotham village. The study area has a low landscape value, due in part to the detractors in the surrounding area such as the gypsum works and pylons. However, there is a medium landscape susceptibility, which is due to the development of the site extending the village into its strong rural setting, and erosion of the rural southern approach to the village itself. Overall, the landscape sensitivity is low. in visual terms, there is little of visual value. However, the site forms part of the rural outlook for adjacent residential properties and is fairly open - these factors feed into a medium visual susceptibility. The visual sensitivity is overall low in this location.

Green infrastructure: No green infrastructure or open space constraints. The site is small and offers limited opportunities, beyond small amenity spaces, for green infrastructure.

Historic environment: There are no recorded heritage assets within the site. The historic core of the village, including the church, rectory and their grounds are however adjacent to the site. The development of the site would affect the setting when approaching along Leake Road.

Nature conservation: There are no designated nature conservation interests within or adjacent to the site. It is however bounded by established mature hedgerows which are a LBAP habitat and ditch. Hedgerow quality and connectivity should be preserved and enhanced in accordance with Wider Landscape objectives within Biodiversity Opportunity Mapping Report. In accordance with the BOMR, the ditch should also be buffered to avoid diffused water pollution, connect water bodies and to protect or enhance biodiversity. Adverse effects should be avoided, mitigated or as a last resort compensated.

Air quality / contamination: Site is not within an AQMA.

Community facilities: Village contains a limited number of community facilities including a small convenience store/post office, village hall (currently being rebuilt after a fire) and pubs.

Highways and access: No significant constraints. Would require new footway connecting back to Gotham. Would wish to see frontage development to decrease vehicle speeds.

Accessibility: The site is within a 5 minute walk of the village centre which has basic facilities. Bus stops on Nottingham Road/Leake Road are served by the number 1 bus between Nottingham and Loughborough. These services run 2-3 times per hour.

Other issues: None listed

Agricultural land: Site is identified as Grade 3.

Deliverability: Site is being promoted by landowner therefore it is considered to be available for development subject to it being allocated.

Suitability: Could be suitable

Availability: Available 11 to 15 years

Achievability: Achievable 11 to 15 years

Delivery period: Not applicable

Delivery: Could be suitable if policy changes 5+ years.

Overall summary: The site is assessed as being of low to medium Green Belt importance when considered against the purposes for including land within it. The site is within reasonable walking distance to most facilities and its frontage is served by a regular bus service. No highways constraints. The site is assessed to be of low landscape value, but of medium susceptibility. Development may lead to erosion of strong rural setting of this part of the village.

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 8.3 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: Greenfield

Dwelling capacity: 100

Density (dwellings/hectare): 12

Site source: Developer / Landowner Submission

Planning reference: None

Type of site: Adjoining other village

Allocated site reference: None

Status: No formal allocation or no extant planning permission for residential development.

Number of dwellings remaining: 100

Source of number of dwellings: Assumption made on best estimate

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: The LAPP Green Belt Review scored 13 reflecting a Green Belt area that is of low-medium Green Belt importance. Although this parcel of Green Belt land is a significant size, it is contained by robust and permanent road boundaries and is located between residential development on Hill Road and industrial estate on Gypsum Way. The land scored poorly against merging as there are no settlements south of Gotham within the Green Belt and the presence of national grid power lines reduce the lands rural character.

Flood risk: Flood zone 1. Small area adjacent to Leake Road is identified by the EA as being at low risk of surface water flooding.

Landscape assessment: Aggregate LVIA score: 62/100. The site comprises a medium sized parcel of land with pastoral characteristics situated adjacent to the junction between Leake Road and Gypsum Way bypass. There is a network of Public Rights of Way within the study area, particularly to the east of Gotham, with Gotham BW14 running along the sites western boundary. There are very few conservational interests within the study area comprising a handful of listed buildings but little else. There is an overall low landscape value within the study area due to a combination of some degraded spaces, scenic quality interrupted by industry and busy road network. There is a high susceptibility to change with a perceived change in the shape of development, disrupting the existing linear settlement pattern with increased urbanisation. The sensitivity of the landscape character is medium overall. Visually, there are no indicators of value present. There are a low number of potential receptors as the site is removed from the majority of the settlement. The overall visual susceptibility is medium due to the site being part of the rural setting and visual amenity. Overall, there is low visual sensitivity.

Green infrastructure: Grass verge along side of the road identified in the neighbourhood plan as a local green space. Significant tree belt and hedgerows which border the site provide natural greenspace and wildlife corridors. Land offers opportunities to include open space, natural greenspace and green corridors which link into the wider rights of way network.

Historic environment: There are no recorded heritage assets within or in close proximity of this site.

Nature conservation: There are no designated nature conservation interests within or adjacent to the site. It is however bounded by established mature hedgerows/tree belts and a ditch/stream which are a LBAP habitats. Hedgerow quality and connectivity should be preserved and enhanced in accordance with Wider Landscape objectives within Biodiversity Opportunity Mapping Report. In accordance with the BOMR, the ditch should also be buffered to avoid diffused water pollution, connect water bodies and to protect or enhance biodiversity. Adverse effects should be avoided, mitigated or as a last resort compensated.

Air quality / contamination: Site is not within an AQMA.

Community facilities: Village contains a limited number of community facilities including a small convenience store/post office, village hall (currently being rebuilt after a fire) and pubs.

Highways and access: Hill Road is private and therefore unlikely to be suitable, would not wish to see access off of Gypsum Way, hence Leake Road is the only suitable option. As this road is 30mph in this location unlikely to present a problem. We would wish see the links back into Gotham improved as the footway fronting the site is substandard.

Accessibility: The site is within a 10-15 minute walk of the village centre which has basic facilities. Bus stops on Nottingham Road/Leake Road are served by the number 1 bus between Nottingham and Loughborough. These services run 2-3 times per hour.

Other issues: Half of RBC/GOT/007 is being promoted for employment. Electricity pylons cross the site.

Agricultural land: Site is identified as Grade 3.

Deliverability: Site is being promoted by landowner therefore it is considered to be available for development subject to it being allocated.

Suitability: Could be suitable

Availability: Available 11 to 15 years

Achievability: Achievable 11 to 15 years

Delivery period: Not applicable

Delivery: Could be suitable if policy changes 5+ years

Overall summary: The site is identified as being of low-medium green belt importance when assessed against the purposes for including land within it. Access is considered possible of Leake Road, however Highways consider that links back to the village would need to be improved. The grass verge along the majority of the perimeter of the site is also designated green space in the adopted NP. The site is furthest away from facilities, however it is adjacent to the main bus route. The site has low landscape value but medium sensitivity. There are two sets of electricity pylons that cross the site (large and smaller).

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 0.7 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: Greenfield

Dwelling capacity: 15

Density (dwellings/hectare): 21

Site source: Developer / Landowner Submission

Planning reference: None

Type of site: Adjoining other village

Allocated site reference: None

Status: No formal allocation or no extant planning permission for residential development.

Number of dwellings remaining: 15

Source of number of dwellings: Assumption made on best estimate

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: The land is enclosed by development on three sides with residential development on the opposite side of Moor Lane and the new properties at Manor Farm. This prevents sprawl and, if developed, there would be no reduction in the distance between Gotham and settlements to the south. The presence of a robust boundary to the south provides added security against unrestricted sprawl. The absence of inappropriate development indicates the Green Belt designation has safeguarded the countryside form encroachment, however the edge of Gotham is an overriding feature and this reduces the importance of safeguarding this area of countryside. Because of these factors the land scored 9 and is of low Green Belt importance.

Flood risk: Flood zone 1

Landscape assessment: Aggregate LVIA score: 42/100. The site comprises one pastoral field located immediately west of Moor Lane. There is a network of Public Rights of Way within the study area, particularly to the east of Gotham, none of which directly influence the site. There are very few conservational interests within the study area comprising a handful of listed buildings but little else. There is an overall low landscape value within the study area due to infrastructure usages and equestrian characteristics detracting from scenic quality. There is a low susceptibility to change with the perception of infill development and an extension of existing urban form. The sensitivity of the landscape character is low overall. Visually, there are no indicators of value present. There are a low number of potential receptors. The overall visual susceptibility is low as the site is unimportant to the visual amenity. Overall, there is low visual sensitivity.

Green infrastructure: No green infrastructure or open space constraints. The site is small and offers limited opportunities, beyond small amenity spaces, for green infrastructure. Hedgerows should be retained as wildlife corridors / buffers.

Historic environment: There are no recorded heritage assets within or in close proximity of this site. Proximity to Gotham Conservation Area.

Nature conservation: There are no designated nature conservation interests within or adjacent to the site. It is however bounded by established mature hedgerows and a ditch/stream, both of which are a LBAP habitats. Hedgerow quality and connectivity should be preserved and enhanced in accordance with Wider Landscape objectives within Biodiversity Opportunity Mapping Report. In accordance with the BOMR, the ditch should also be buffered to avoid diffused water pollution, connect water bodies and to protect or enhance biodiversity. Adverse effects should be avoided, mitigated or as a last resort compensated.

Air quality / contamination: Site is not within an AQMA.

Community facilities: Village contains a limited number of community facilities including a small convenience store/post office, village hall (currently being rebuilt after a fire) and pubs.

Highways and access: No objection in principle, however achieving the requisite visibility at the access may prove difficult due to vegetation and level difference between the site and Moor Lane.

Accessibility: The site is within a 5 minute walk of the village centre which contains a basic range of facilities. Bus stops on Nottingham Road/Leake Road are served by the number 1 bus between Nottingham and Loughborough. These services run 2-3 times per hour.

Other issues: Representations indicate that there may be a covenant on the site in order to prevent its development.

Agricultural land: The site is identified as being Grade 3 agricultural land.

Deliverability: Site is being promoted by landowner therefore it is considered to be available for development subject to it being allocated.

Suitability: Could be suitable

Availability: Available 11 to 15 years

Achievability: Achievable 11 to 15 years

Delivery period: Not applicable

Delivery: Could be suitable if policy changes 5+ years

Overall summary: The positives in relation to the site is that it is of low importance when assessed against the purposes of including land within it. The site has low landscape value. It is within reasonable walking distance of most facilities within Gotham, and also the regular bus service. The negatives in relation to the site relate to the difficulty in achieving adequate access to the site which allows for requisite visibility. Possible covenant that would restrict the site's deliverability. This has not been evidenced however so it is not considered appropriate to assess the site as unavailable or unachievable.

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 2.0 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: Greenfield

Dwelling capacity: 0

Density (dwellings/hectare): 0

Site source: Developer / Landowner Submission

Planning reference: None

Type of site: Adjoining other village

Allocated site reference: None

Status: No formal allocation or no extant planning permission for residential development.

Number of dwellings remaining: 0

Source of number of dwellings: Not stated

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: The site lies within the Green Belt. Not appraised in any detailed Green Belt review in the past.

Flood risk: Small part of the site identified as at risk of surface water flooding.

Landscape assessment: NW01 - Gotham and West Leake Hills and Scarps. The overall landscape strategy is ‘Conserve’. The landscape condition is good. The character strength of the area is strong. The hills are distinctive and consistent features across the la/landscape and exert their influence within the surrounding area. The pattern of arable, pasture and woodland is also consistent with moderate sized villages and some expanding commuter villages present on low ground (LCA 2009)

Green infrastructure: The site should be retained as part of the green infrastructure network given its biological interest.

Historic environment: No identified issues.

Nature conservation: Site is identified as a Local Wildlife Site (Hill Road Grassland). The site contains particular plant species of interest, such as orchids.

Air quality / contamination: Not within or directly affecting an air quality management area.

Community facilities: Village contains a limited number of community facilities including a small convenience store/post office, village hall (currently being rebuilt after a fire) and pubs.

Highways and access: The site is potentially accessible by vehicle of Gypsum Way.

Accessibility: The site is potentially accessible by vehicle of Gypsum Way. Located away from the main facilities, which are accessed by private road. Within walking distance of bus stops on Leake Road which are served by the no. 1 bus between Nottingham and Loughborough. These services run 2-3 times per hour.

Other issues: None stated

Agricultural land: Not in agricultural use

Deliverability: Support from landowner however no known developer on board.

Suitability: Not suitable

Availability: Available 11 to 15 years

Achievability: Not Achievable

Delivery period: Not applicable

Delivery: Non Deliverable or Developable

Overall summary: Mixed use development (Employment and Residential) proposed. Located within the Green Belt, the site is also a designated Local Wildlife Site. Therefore site is not suitable for residential development.

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 0.77 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: Not stated

Dwelling capacity: 15

Density (dwellings/hectare): 20

Site source: Developer / Landowner Submission

Planning reference: None

Type of site: Not stated

Allocated site reference: None

Status: No formal allocation or no extant planning permission for residential development.

Number of dwellings remaining: 15

Source of number of dwellings: Assumption made on best estimate

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: The site is not located within the Green Belt.

Flood risk: Site at risk of surface water flooding.

Landscape assessment: Not applicable

Green infrastructure: Hedgerows around the site should be retained and enhanced.

Historic environment: Listed Building (II) Store at South Notts Bus Depot is located within the site.

Nature conservation: Some intermittent hedgerows present around the perimeter of the site.

Air quality / contamination: Not within or in the vicinity of an Air quality Management Zone.

Community facilities: Village contains a limited number of community facilities including a small convenience store/post office, village hall (currently being rebuilt after a fire) and pubs.

Highways and access: Existing access to the depot from Leake Road.

Accessibility: The site is within a 5 minute walk of the village centre which contains a basic range of facilities. Bus stops on Leake Road are served by the number 1 bus between Nottingham and Loughborough. These services run 2-3 times per hour.

Other issues: Gotham Neighbourhood plan supports the principle of residential development on the site. NCT has vacated the site.

Agricultural land: Not applicable

Deliverability: NCT have now closed the bus depot and relocated the fleet based there. Main issues in relation to the site consist of the Grade 2 listed barn/store and its setting, together with surface water drainage. The site is suitable however it is not being promoted for development at present.

Suitability: Could be suitable

Availability: Available 11 to 15 years

Achievability: Achievable 11 to 15 years

Delivery period: Not applicable

Delivery: Could be suitable if policy changes 5+ years

Overall summary: NCT have now closed the bus depot and relocated the fleet based there. Main issues in relation to the site consist of the Grade 2 listed barn/store and its setting, together with surface water drainage. The site is suitable however it is not being promoted for development at present.

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 0.11 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: Mixed

Dwelling capacity: 3

Density (dwellings/hectare): 27

Site source: Planning Application

Planning reference: 18/01379/FUL

Type of site: x

Allocated site reference: None

Status: Planning Permission for Residential Expired

Number of dwellings remaining: 3

Source of number of dwellings: Planning Application

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: Not stated

Flood risk: Not stated

Landscape assessment: Not stated

Green infrastructure: Not stated

Historic environment: Not stated

Nature conservation: Not stated

Air quality / contamination: Not stated

Community facilities: Not stated

Highways and access: Not stated

Accessibility: Not stated

Other issues: Not stated

Agricultural land: Not stated

Deliverability: Planning permission expired

Suitability: Suitable

Availability: Available 11 to 15 years

Achievability: Achievable 11 to 15 years

Delivery period: 1 year

Delivery: 5 Year Tranche - 11 to 15 year

Overall summary: Planning permission expired

Parish / Town: Gotham

Site area (hectares): 3.4 hectares

Brownfield or greenfield: x

Dwelling capacity: 78

Density (dwellings/hectare): x

Site source: Developer / Landowner Submission

Planning reference: None

Type of site: Adjoining other village

Allocated site reference: None

Status: No formal allocation or no extant planning permission for residential development.

Number of dwellings remaining: 78

Source of number of dwellings: Assumption made on best estimate

Site on Brownfield Register: No

Green Belt: Part of GOT/F score 9. The area of Green Belt west of Gotham is screened from view by substantial tree belts, is internally subdivided by mature hedgerows and is contained by the Gypsum Way. These factors reduce the importance of the Green Belt designation to the restriction of sprawl and preventing the merging of settlements. The screening of the land from external viewpoints and the pastoral fields however increase the perception that, from within the site, the land is open countryside.

Flood risk: The northern part of the site is at low risk of surface water flooding. No identified risks of flooding from rivers and streams.

Landscape assessment: 46/100. The site comprises several field boundaries with a mixture of pastoral, rough/equestrian and urban characteristics. There are some Public Rights of Way within the study area but none which directly influence the site. There are few conservational interests within the study area, with one listed building situated on the eastern edge of the site boundary. There is an overall low landscape value within the study area due to a combination of some degraded spaces and high levels of human influence. There is a low susceptibility to change with no notable loss of key characteristics and an extension of the urban fringe. The sensitivity of the landscape character is low overall. Visually, there are no indicators of value present. There is a medium number of potential receptors as the site is part of the settlement edge. The overall visual susceptibility is low partly due to the site being unimportant to visual amenity. Overall, there is low visual sensitivity.

Green infrastructure: Part of the Gotham Hills ecological corridor. Existing network of woodland and grassland can be enhanced and buffered. There is potential for creating important links between existing habitats.

Historic environment: No identified designated or non designated heritage assets impacted.

Nature conservation: Part of the site is identified as a Local Wildlife Site (Hill Road Grassland). The site contains particular plant species of interest, such as orchids.

Air quality / contamination: The site is not within or in proximity to an air quality management area.

Community facilities: Village contains a limited number of community facilities including a small convenience store/post office, village hall (currently being rebuilt after a fire) and pubs.

Highways and access: Potential access from the proposed development to the north of the site, and or possible upgrade of Eyres Lane access are possible options.

Accessibility: The site is within a 10 minute walk of the village centre which contains a basic range of facilities. Bus stops on Leake Road are served by the number 1 bus between Nottingham and Loughborough. These services run 2-3 times per hour.

Other issues: None stated

Agricultural land: The provisional land classification is grade 3.

Deliverability: The site is optioned by a housebuilder who are promoting it for development.

Suitability: Could be suitable

Availability: Available 11 to 15 years

Achievability: Achievable 11 to 15 years

Delivery period: Not applicable

Delivery: Could be suitable if policy changes 5+ years

Overall summary: The site is located within the green belt. There are no major technical constraints identified as part of this assessment.