Housing giants seek Warrington success
Summary
Redrow and Bellway have each taken early planning steps for substantial housing proposals in the Warrington area, both by seeking screening opinions to determine whether Environmental Impact Assessments will be required. Redrow is proposing up to 450 homes at Culcheth, while Bellway is seeking flexibility for a second phase of up to 250 homes at Winwick, adjacent to its existing St Oswald’s Place scheme.
Why it matters
These proposals may lead to new residential development on greenfield land, with implications for site appraisal, planning constraints and environmental assessment. Surveyors involved in valuation, development consultancy or due diligence will note the potential impact of access, neighbouring uses, rights of way and planning process on deliverability and land value.
Key points
- Redrow has requested a screening opinion for up to 450 homes off Hob Hey Lane, Culcheth.
- Bellway has requested a screening opinion for a second phase of up to 250 homes north of its existing Winwick scheme.
- The council will decide whether Environmental Impact Assessments are required for either proposal.
- Both sites involve greenfield land and nearby residential, agricultural and transport-related constraints.
- Winwick Parish Council says it will review any formal planning material and engage with Bellway.
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