The authority’s development-control committee approved two applications for a total of 200 homes (80 of which are allocated as affordable) on a 21-acre site west of Cannondown Road, subject to planning agreements being finalised.
The plans, submitted by Bellway Thames Valley on behalf of Bellway Strategic Land, demonstrated how biodiversity across the site would be improved and how other infrastructure would be provided. The land had already been allocated for new homes in the borough’s Local Plan.
Ben Stacey, Strategic Land Director (South), said: “This site had been identified as suitable for new homes as the borough seeks to deliver 14,000 properties before 2033.
“Our proposals considered the broad mix of homes required in the area, the need for affordable housing, and how green spaces could be designed for the benefit of residents and the environment. The resulting design shows a sustainable community centred around open spaces and tree-lined avenues, with additional planting to enhance the nearby woodland.
“We are pleased that the committee recognised the benefits that this development would bring to the area, providing attractive homes within a sensitive extension to Cookham.”
Bellway has agreed to contribute an estimated £4.95 million through the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Council will decide where to distribute the funds, which could contribute to areas such as education, healthcare and transport improvements.
The plans include a mix of 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5-bedroom properties, with houses, coach houses, and maisonettes all featured. Materials have been carefully selected to blend with architectural styles in Cookham and its surrounding area, and homes will feature air source heat pumps and solar panels to generate low-carbon energy.
The 200 homes are to be split across two adjoining parcels of land which were subject to separate applications: the first is a full application for 160 homes on the western parcel, with an outline application for five self-build properties, while the second is a full application for 34 homes on the eastern parcel, with an outline application for one self-build property.
Following the committee’s resolution to grant, the Section 106 legal agreements will now be completed prior to the formal issuing of the decision notices.
For more information on Bellway’s developments in Berkshire, visit https://www.bellway.co.uk/new-homes/thames-valley.
