Wates Manor Oak secures planning approval for Hampshire homes

Wates Manor Oak has today announced it has secured planning approval for 21 new homes on land west of Somerset Fields, Bentley, East Hampshire. The plans propose that 43% of the site will be delivered as affordable homes.

The development will include a mix of one to four-bed houses, as well as five bungalows, giving home buyers a range of options from larger family homes to smaller properties for first-time buyers.

In keeping with its location on the edge of the village, the development is low-density with approximately 14 dwellings per hectare. Building heights and appearances will reflect the forms and materials of existing homes in Bentley.

The plans have been designed to preserve key views and protect the setting of the Bentley Conservation Area, including generous areas of open green space throughout the development.

The scheme aligns with East Hampshire District Council’s emerging policy allocation for the site. Due to its transport links and access to local facilities, including Bentley Village Surgery, the site had been identified as a sustainable location for development.

Last month, Wates Land  &  Development division, part of the Wates Group, announced the acquisition of Manor Oak Homes, the successful Midlands-based land promoter with a strong reputation, high-quality portfolio and an experienced, well-regarded team. The team now goes by Wates Manor Oak, led by Will Main.

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Will Main, founder and manager director at Wates Manor Oak, said: “Driven by our purpose of reimagining places for people to thrive, the proposals bring together new, affordable homes and large areas of public open space while maintaining the historic look and feel of the surrounding village.

“We’re thrilled to have secured planning approval for these vital new homes in Bentley and will continue to keep local stakeholders updated as the plans move forward.”

Image: Wates Manor Oak