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DERA North<br />
Longcross<br />
<strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Biodiversity</strong><br />
<strong>Management</strong> <strong>Strategy</strong><br />
Document Reference: 1295/017 Rev. D<br />
September 2012<br />
MM urdoch<br />
ickham<br />
South Ash Manor, South Ash Road, Ash, Kent TN15 7EN<br />
www.murdochwickham.com +44(0) 1474 871265
LANDSCAPE AND BIODIVERSITY<br />
MANAGEMENT STRATEGY<br />
Contents<br />
1. Introduction<br />
2. Purpose of this report<br />
3. <strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> <strong>and</strong> biodiversity management strategy vision<br />
4. Description of the site <strong>and</strong> the local l<strong>and</strong>scape<br />
5. Description of the scheme<br />
6. <strong>Management</strong> objectives <strong>and</strong> responsibilities<br />
7. <strong>Management</strong> prescriptions<br />
8. Monitoring <strong>and</strong> review<br />
Appendices<br />
Appendix A: General <strong>Management</strong> Guidance<br />
Appendix B: Typical Annual Maintenance Schedule<br />
Appendix C: <strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> <strong>Management</strong> Zones<br />
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1. INTRODUCTION<br />
The proposed development at DERA North, Longcross, is a mixed-use development,<br />
comprising of both residential <strong>and</strong> non-residential development. Crest Nicholson<br />
Operations Limited <strong>and</strong> CGNU Life Assurance Limited are developing the site.<br />
2. PURPOSE OF THIS REPORT<br />
The purpose of this <strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Biodiversity</strong> <strong>Management</strong> <strong>Strategy</strong> (LBMS) is to set<br />
out a sensitive management approach to protect manage <strong>and</strong> enhance the site for nature<br />
conservation <strong>and</strong> visual amenity.<br />
The LBMS has been prepared to address the requirements of the <strong>Runnymede</strong> Borough<br />
Council validation checklist (2010) <strong>and</strong> Surrey Heath Borough Councilʼs Validation<br />
Checklist (2008).<br />
The LBMS is based on the following drawings;<br />
• Publicly Accessible Semi-Natural Greenspace Plan (1295-016 Rev B)<br />
• Parameter Plan 1 – L<strong>and</strong> use (DR-301-601)<br />
This <strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> <strong>Management</strong> Plan LBMS describes:<br />
• <strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> <strong>and</strong> biodiversity management strategy vision<br />
• Description of the site <strong>and</strong> the local l<strong>and</strong>scape<br />
• Description of the scheme<br />
• <strong>Management</strong> objective <strong>and</strong> responsibilities<br />
• <strong>Management</strong> prescriptions<br />
• Monitoring <strong>and</strong> review<br />
Appendices include:<br />
• Appendix A: General <strong>Management</strong> Guidance<br />
• Appendix B: Typical Annual Maintenance Schedule<br />
• Appendix C: <strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> <strong>Management</strong> Zones<br />
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3. LANDSCAPE AND BIODIVERSITY MANAGEMENT STRATEGY VISION<br />
The l<strong>and</strong>scape infrastructure provides an opportunity to enhance the existing l<strong>and</strong>scape<br />
assets within the site, including the woodl<strong>and</strong>s <strong>and</strong> tree belts. Whilst creating a variety of<br />
open space throughout the proposed development, establishing a robust l<strong>and</strong>scape for<br />
the proposed development to integrate into the local l<strong>and</strong>scape.<br />
Planning policy guidance outlines the importance of creation, protection, enhancement<br />
<strong>and</strong> management to the biodiversity <strong>and</strong> green infrastructure networks. The site already<br />
offers existing l<strong>and</strong>scape assets, including the woodl<strong>and</strong>s <strong>and</strong> watercourse offering visual<br />
amenity, which could be enhanced <strong>and</strong> incorporated into the green infrastructure.<br />
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4. DESCRIPTION OF THE SITE AND THE LOCAL LANDSCAPE<br />
4.1 Site Context<br />
The site, roughly triangular in plan, is approximately 43 hectares <strong>and</strong> lies to the north of<br />
the M3 motorway. It is bound by the Reading to Waterloo railway line <strong>and</strong> the Wentworth<br />
golf course <strong>and</strong> estate to the north; <strong>and</strong> Burma Road <strong>and</strong> Chobham Common, Special<br />
Area of Conservation, <strong>and</strong> Special Protection Area to the west. The site lies within the<br />
county of Surrey <strong>and</strong> falls largely within the administrative area of <strong>Runnymede</strong> Borough<br />
Council <strong>and</strong> some within the administrative area of Surrey Heath Borough Council.<br />
Chobham Common is located to the west of the Application Site, an area of 647.63ha. It<br />
is the largest National Nature Reserve in the south-east. Chobham Common is<br />
designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) <strong>and</strong> as a National Nature<br />
Reserve. It is also component part of the Thames Basin Heaths Special Protection Area<br />
(SPA) <strong>and</strong> the Thursley, Ash, Pirbright <strong>and</strong> Chobham Special Area of Conservation<br />
(SAC). The area consists of lowl<strong>and</strong> heaths <strong>and</strong> broadleaves, mixed <strong>and</strong> yew woodl<strong>and</strong>.<br />
The SSSI boundary extends to a section of woodl<strong>and</strong> adjacent to the southwest corner of<br />
the site.<br />
The Application Site is located within Longcross, Surrey. The l<strong>and</strong>scape to the east is<br />
farml<strong>and</strong> divided by wooded hedgerows, to the west <strong>and</strong> south is Chobham Common, an<br />
area of lowl<strong>and</strong> heathl<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> to the north is Wentworth golf course <strong>and</strong> the settlement of<br />
Virgina Water.<br />
The site is a brownfield area, predominantly used as a film studio <strong>and</strong> other uses,<br />
dominated by numerous buildings of varying sizes with associated hardst<strong>and</strong>ing. Access<br />
to the site is from Chobham Lane <strong>and</strong> Burma Road. The majority of the siteʼs perimeter is<br />
wooded with deciduous <strong>and</strong> evergreen species.<br />
4.2 Existing <strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> Components<br />
The site includes the following l<strong>and</strong>scape <strong>and</strong> habitat components, taken from the<br />
Ecological Appraisal <strong>and</strong> surveys by EPR in 2012:<br />
• Woodl<strong>and</strong><br />
• Grassl<strong>and</strong><br />
• Pond<br />
• Stream<br />
These l<strong>and</strong>scape <strong>and</strong> habitat components are described in further detail below;<br />
4.3 Woodl<strong>and</strong><br />
The majority of the siteʼs perimeter is wooded, visually containing the existing buildings.<br />
There are two distinct tree belts within the site itself, travelling north to south, forming<br />
strong l<strong>and</strong>scape structures. The eastern end of the site, comprises of a triangle of<br />
woodl<strong>and</strong>. The predominant species are Scots Pine <strong>and</strong> Birch, with few ornamental or<br />
exotic species. Woodl<strong>and</strong> in the central parts also includes Oak, Sweet Chestnut <strong>and</strong><br />
Beech. The woodl<strong>and</strong>s have been planted in the last 100 years, therefore there are no<br />
ancient woodl<strong>and</strong>s within the site.<br />
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4.4 Grassl<strong>and</strong><br />
4.5 Pond<br />
A number of lawns <strong>and</strong> road verges occur around the site, many of which are regularly<br />
mown amenity grassl<strong>and</strong>. Where the grass is less intensively managed it appears as tall<br />
grassl<strong>and</strong>.<br />
There are two artificial ponds on the site; a large balancing pond in the centre <strong>and</strong> a small<br />
ornamental pond at the woodl<strong>and</strong> edge in the southwest corner. The balancing pond<br />
supports breeding waterbirds <strong>and</strong> amphibians but has limited aquatic flora. The smaller<br />
pond is heavily vegetated <strong>and</strong> supports amphibians.<br />
4.6 Stream<br />
The MVEE stream runs north through the site for approximately 280m, the source lies to<br />
the south of the M3 <strong>and</strong> it flows on to Wentworth Golf Course to the north. The stream is<br />
shallow <strong>and</strong> slow flowing. Its banks are heavily vegetated by bracken <strong>and</strong> bramble in<br />
places <strong>and</strong> the stream is shaded by woodl<strong>and</strong>.<br />
4.7 Protected/Important Species<br />
4.7.1 Introduction<br />
4.7.2 Bats<br />
The site supports a range of protected <strong>and</strong> valued species <strong>and</strong> these are discussed<br />
briefly below;<br />
Scatterings of bat roosts have been recorded across the site in buildings. Most are small<br />
roosts of Common Pipistrelle but occasional long-eared bat has been found. Bats have<br />
been recorded foraging across the site but particularly at the central balancing pond, with<br />
a commuting route along the edge of woodl<strong>and</strong> from the north of the site to the pond a<br />
key feature. Roost sites will be lost when buildings are demolished so new roosts are<br />
being provided in bat boxes <strong>and</strong> so new artificial roosts (pole roosts, a bat house <strong>and</strong> bat<br />
boxes) are being provided.<br />
4.7.3 Badgers<br />
Three small Badger setts occur on site in woodl<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> lawns, these are likely to be part<br />
of the foraging range of badgers. The proposed development incorporates fencing <strong>and</strong><br />
planting to protect these Badger setts.<br />
4.7.4 Amphibians<br />
The two ponds support low numbers of amphibians including just one or two Great<br />
Crested Newt. These will be protected by fencing <strong>and</strong> enhanced by management.<br />
4.7.5 Reptiles<br />
Four species of reptile have been recorded from pockets of suitable habitat, which are<br />
scattered across the site, including Adders. Reptiles will be moved to accommodate<br />
development but populations are to be retained on site. The new habitats will be<br />
managed.<br />
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4.7.6 Birds<br />
The site supports a typical number of common breeding birds which nest in woodl<strong>and</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong> buildings.<br />
4.7.7 Invertebrates<br />
The site supports few valued invertebrates but some species have been recorded toward<br />
the western boundary, including the butterflies Dingy Skipper <strong>and</strong> Small Heath. These<br />
grassl<strong>and</strong> species will be catered for in management of grassl<strong>and</strong>.<br />
4.8 Summary<br />
The woodl<strong>and</strong>s, grassl<strong>and</strong>, ponds <strong>and</strong> stream are important l<strong>and</strong>scape features,<br />
providing ecological value. It is recommended that these are retained <strong>and</strong> incorporated<br />
into the development proposals.<br />
With regard to protected/important species identified on the site these should be<br />
safeguarded <strong>and</strong> incorporated into any development proposals. Establishment of new<br />
habitats <strong>and</strong> protection to existing habitats would be beneficial to the species present<br />
within the site.<br />
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5. DESCRIPTION OF THE SCHEME<br />
5.1 <strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> Zones<br />
The l<strong>and</strong>scaping can be broadly sub-divided into seven l<strong>and</strong>scape zones, as shown on<br />
Appendix C. These zones are explained below:<br />
• Zone 1: Western Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace<br />
• Zone 2: Perimeter Woodl<strong>and</strong><br />
• Zone 3: Wooded Valley<br />
• Zone 4: Eastern Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace<br />
• Zone 5: Residential Development<br />
• Zone 6: Central Open Space<br />
• Zone 7: Non-residential Development<br />
5.2 Zone 1: Western Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace<br />
The western Publicly Accessible Semi-Natural Greenspace (PASG) area is located on the<br />
upper plateau of the site. This area retains the existing perimeter woodl<strong>and</strong>s, proposed<br />
native woodl<strong>and</strong> planting will reinforce any gaps in the boundary vegetation. The existing<br />
habitats of acid grassl<strong>and</strong> will be retained <strong>and</strong> extended, creating large areas of open<br />
grassl<strong>and</strong>. A feature grass mound will be created forming a focal point with a historic link<br />
to the existing circular building.<br />
The existing pond to the south of the area will be retained <strong>and</strong> enhanced. Additional<br />
ponds will be created forming a cluster of ponds for ecological mitigation all protected<br />
with fencing. In the northern section a dog dipping area will be created, with a timber<br />
platform providing easy access in <strong>and</strong> out of the water. A trodden hoggin gravel path with<br />
no edging will provide a circular walk within the area.<br />
5.3 Zone 2: Perimeter Woodl<strong>and</strong><br />
The perimeter woodl<strong>and</strong>s are located along the northern <strong>and</strong> southern boundaries of the<br />
site. This area consists of existing wooded tree belts enhanced with proposed tree<br />
planting. A noise barrier will be provided along the southern boundary amongst the<br />
vegetation.<br />
5.4 Zone 3: Wooded Valley<br />
The wooded valley is located within the centre of the residential development. This area<br />
consists of an existing wooded belt, with the MVEE stream through the base of the valley.<br />
The area forms part of the PASG network, providing a green link from the residential area<br />
into the larger areas of PASG.<br />
5.5 Zone 4: Eastern Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace<br />
The eastern Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace area consists of existing<br />
woodl<strong>and</strong>, with a circular walk. A woodl<strong>and</strong> glade would be created to increase the<br />
biodiversity of the area <strong>and</strong> provide a change in character. Attenuation areas are located<br />
within the woodl<strong>and</strong> glade.<br />
5.6 Zone 5: Residential Development<br />
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The residential development is located within the eastern half of the site. This area will<br />
likely consist of a mix of detached, semi-detached properties <strong>and</strong> some apartment blocks,<br />
arranged between areas of open space. The l<strong>and</strong>scaping would consist of street trees,<br />
hedge <strong>and</strong> shrub planting.<br />
5.7 Zone 6: Central Open Space<br />
The central open space will provide amenity greenspace, including sports pitches <strong>and</strong> a<br />
village green. Located between the residential area <strong>and</strong> non-residential area, it would<br />
deliver a green setting between the built form. The existing pond would be retained,<br />
protected by fencing <strong>and</strong> enhanced by management.<br />
5.8 Zone 7: Non-residential Development<br />
The non-residential development area is located within the western half of the site. This<br />
area would have a more ornamental style of l<strong>and</strong>scaping, including street trees, hedge<br />
<strong>and</strong> shrub planting. Green roofs will be incorporated into the design of some of the new<br />
buildings.<br />
The main entrance to the south of this area, would include high quality l<strong>and</strong>scaping,<br />
creating a sense of arrival. The planting would include semi-mature trees <strong>and</strong> a<br />
preformed native hedge to restore the character of Chobham Lane, where an area of<br />
vegetation would be removed to accommodate access into the proposed development.<br />
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6 MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<br />
6.1 Objectives<br />
The l<strong>and</strong>scape <strong>and</strong> biodiversity management objectives are:<br />
• To conserve the retained trees as a l<strong>and</strong>scape amenity feature in the longer term.<br />
• Promote wildlife habitat.<br />
• To ensure as far as reasonable the safety of site users <strong>and</strong> third parties.<br />
• To enhance the l<strong>and</strong>scape value of the site.<br />
6.2 Responsibilities<br />
The communal <strong>and</strong> public open space areas will maintained by Crest Nicholson<br />
Operations Limited <strong>and</strong> CGNU Life Assurance Limited l<strong>and</strong>scape contractor, until<br />
completion when the responsibility for l<strong>and</strong>scape maintenance will be h<strong>and</strong>ed over to a<br />
<strong>Management</strong> Company.<br />
Developer<br />
• Crest Nicholson Operations Limited <strong>and</strong> CGNU Life Assurance Limited will appoint<br />
the <strong>Management</strong> Company for the development.<br />
<strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> Contractor<br />
• Maintain all non-private areas of soft l<strong>and</strong>scaping until h<strong>and</strong>over to the <strong>Management</strong><br />
Company.<br />
• Replace any failed trees, shrubs or grass that occur during the maintenance period.<br />
Ecological Consultant<br />
• Undertake monitoring of habitat created <strong>and</strong> managed for protection <strong>and</strong> valued<br />
species.<br />
<strong>Management</strong> Company<br />
• Maintain the hard <strong>and</strong> soft l<strong>and</strong>scaping to the flats.<br />
• Maintain the hard <strong>and</strong> soft l<strong>and</strong>scaping of public open space (POS) areas.<br />
• Replace any failed trees, shrubs or grass that occur during the first five years of<br />
maintenance.<br />
<strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> Architect<br />
• Undertake site audits of the soft l<strong>and</strong>scaping for the Developer up to completion <strong>and</strong><br />
h<strong>and</strong>over to the <strong>Management</strong> Company.<br />
• Attend the review if required by the Local Planning Authority before the end of the<br />
five year period.<br />
• Revise the LMP if required following the review.<br />
Arboricultural Consultant<br />
• Undertake a condition survey of all trees at the end of the five year period.<br />
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• Organise the review of the LMP through the Developer should it be required.<br />
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7.1 MANAGEMENT PRESCRIPTIONS<br />
Each of the l<strong>and</strong>scape zones contain a combination of these l<strong>and</strong>scape features <strong>and</strong><br />
components;<br />
• Existing Woodl<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> Tree Belts<br />
• Proposed Tree Planting<br />
• Existing <strong>and</strong> Proposed Hedges<br />
• Proposed Ornamental Shrub Planting<br />
• Proposed Species-rich Grassl<strong>and</strong><br />
• Proposed Amenity Grassl<strong>and</strong><br />
• Proposed SuDS <strong>and</strong> Marginal Planting<br />
• Proposed Hard Surfaces <strong>and</strong> Footpaths<br />
7.2 Use of Chemicals<br />
Chemicals will be used for weed control <strong>and</strong> in order to treat pest <strong>and</strong> diseases where<br />
identified. Any use of chemicals will be carried out strictly in accordance with<br />
Manufacturerʼs instructions.<br />
7.3 Existing <strong>and</strong> Proposed Woodl<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> Tree Belts<br />
<strong>Management</strong> Aim <strong>and</strong> Objective: To enhance, reinforce <strong>and</strong> extend woodl<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> tree<br />
belt habitats, including their scrub edges. These enclose the site <strong>and</strong> contribute towards<br />
the larger green infrastructure network retained throughout the proposed development.<br />
• All Trees will be subject to a Five Year Tree Condition Survey to be undertaken by<br />
the Arboricultural Consultant. The Arboricultural Consultant shall be a member of the<br />
Arboricultural Association or Institute of Chartered Foresters.<br />
• Woodl<strong>and</strong> edge area shrub species should be coppiced on a 5-7 year rotation to<br />
encourage new growth.<br />
• Coppice materials will be stored as woodpiles to provide additional deadwood<br />
habitat.<br />
• Native ground flora will be encouraged <strong>and</strong> maintained through annual removal of<br />
vigorous weed species.<br />
• All trees should be protected during construction of the proposed development,<br />
following the st<strong>and</strong>ards within BS 5837:2012 Trees in Relation to Construction.<br />
• St<strong>and</strong>ard trees should be retained <strong>and</strong> new trees selected to replace those dead,<br />
dying or over mature, which may need to be removed for health <strong>and</strong> safety.<br />
Otherwise st<strong>and</strong>ing dead wood should be retained wherever possible, providing<br />
important habitats for invertebrates, bats, birds <strong>and</strong> other wildlife.<br />
• Cut back undergrowth, overgrowing or overhanging shrubs from any pathways<br />
• H<strong>and</strong> weeding where appropriate, rather than herbicides.<br />
7.4 New Tree Planting<br />
<strong>Management</strong> Aim <strong>and</strong> Objective: To reinforce the l<strong>and</strong>scape character softening the<br />
development in the local l<strong>and</strong>scape. Enhancing the biodiversity value <strong>and</strong> the green<br />
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infrastructure of the site.<br />
• Regular checks (allowance for 3 visits per annum) to check guying support<br />
systems <strong>and</strong> tree stakes <strong>and</strong> ties <strong>and</strong> adjustment as necessary.<br />
• Additional checks to ensure trees remain upright, firm <strong>and</strong> well secured after<br />
major weather events.<br />
• Formative pruning <strong>and</strong> removal of damaged/dead branches as required.<br />
• Street trees (spine road <strong>and</strong> residential areas) to be managed in order to<br />
maintain minimum 2 metre clear stems.<br />
• Tree pits in hard surfacing to be kept weed free by h<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong>/or chemical weed<br />
control. Allowance should be made for 3 visits per annum.<br />
• H<strong>and</strong> watering to maintain healthy growth as required. Allowance should be<br />
made for up to 4 visits per annum.<br />
• Any tree that fails is to be replaced with one of the same size <strong>and</strong> species as<br />
originally planted.<br />
• All Trees will be subject to a Five Year Tree Condition Survey to be undertaken<br />
by the Arboricultural Consultant. The Arboricultural Consultant shall be a<br />
member of the Arboricultural Association or Institute of Chartered Foresters.<br />
• Emergency remedial works following storm or other damage in order to make<br />
trees safe<br />
• Removal of sucker/epicormic growth where necessary.<br />
• Tree pits in hard surfaces <strong>and</strong> tree surrounds to be kept weed free by h<strong>and</strong> or<br />
chemical weed control. Gravel in tree pits to be topped up annually.<br />
• Stakes <strong>and</strong> ties to trees to be checked <strong>and</strong> adjusted up to 3 times per annum<br />
<strong>and</strong> removed when these start to impede tree growth.<br />
• Watering to maintain healthy growth as required. It is anticipated that beyond<br />
Year 5 watering will only be required to trees in hard surfaces in extreme drought<br />
conditions.<br />
7.5 Existing <strong>and</strong> Proposed Hedges<br />
<strong>Management</strong> Aim <strong>and</strong> Objective: To enhance <strong>and</strong> reinforce linear habitats, whilst<br />
creating an attractive setting for the proposed development <strong>and</strong> ensure vegetation is<br />
established <strong>and</strong> of good form.<br />
• Hedge lines to be maintained in a weed free condition by h<strong>and</strong> or chemical<br />
means. Particular attention to be paid to the removal of climbers such as<br />
bindweed. Where feasible h<strong>and</strong> weeding should be done.<br />
• Failed plants to be replaced with ones of identical size <strong>and</strong> species.<br />
• Hedges to be trimmed once per annum in late winter (prior to start of bird nesting<br />
season in late February) to height of approximately 2 metres.<br />
• Mulch to be topped up annually.<br />
• Watering to maintain healthy growth as required (allowance for up to 4 visits per<br />
annum). Once beds are established watering should only be required in<br />
conditions of extreme drought.<br />
7.6 Ornamental Shrubs<br />
<strong>Management</strong> Aim <strong>and</strong> Objective: Create an attractive shrub planting within areas of<br />
open space, providing a setting for the proposed development. Ensure the vegetation is<br />
established <strong>and</strong> of good form.<br />
• Shrub beds to be maintained in a weed free condition by h<strong>and</strong> or chemical<br />
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means. Light cultivation to be carried out in areas where there is evidence of<br />
compaction.<br />
• Mulch to be topped up annually.<br />
• Failed plants to be replaced with ones of identical size <strong>and</strong> species.<br />
• Light pruning as required to promote the growth of shrubs. Shrubs will be pruned<br />
annually at times appropriate to the species to promote fruit, flowering <strong>and</strong> bushy<br />
growth. Siding up should be avoided.<br />
• Groundcover planting on the spine road <strong>and</strong> adjacent to footways <strong>and</strong> roads in<br />
the residential areas may require occasional trimming back (up to twice per year<br />
during the growing season) where growth impedes safe access for road <strong>and</strong><br />
footway users.<br />
• Pruning operations to be carried out in accordance with the requirements<br />
described in the Horticultural Specification. Shrubs will be pruned annually at<br />
times appropriate to the species to promote fruit, flowering <strong>and</strong> bushy growth.<br />
Siding up should be avoided.<br />
• Watering to maintain healthy growth as required (allowance for up to 4 visits per<br />
annum). Once beds are established watering should only be required in<br />
conditions of extreme drought.<br />
7.7 Proposed Species-rich Grassl<strong>and</strong><br />
<strong>Management</strong> Aim <strong>and</strong> Objective: To increase the diversity <strong>and</strong> species to establish an<br />
area of high l<strong>and</strong>scape <strong>and</strong> biodiversity value for reptiles, invertebrates <strong>and</strong> birds.<br />
• Grass areas to be cut annually in late summer <strong>and</strong> cuttings removed.<br />
• Footpath edges should be strimmed up to four times during the growing season.<br />
• Any injurious weed growth identified on site should be treated by spot treatment<br />
or h<strong>and</strong> pulling (see Appendix A).<br />
• Some longer areas of grassl<strong>and</strong> will be left at interfaces with woodl<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />
hedgerow habitats, to provide gradation of habitats. These areas will be flailed<br />
on a three year rotation <strong>and</strong> arisings removed.<br />
• Where swards fail to establish or die out, or where the level of species is poor,<br />
areas will be re-sown following implementation of other remedial works. It is<br />
expected that after establishment, species diversity will naturally increase with<br />
time.<br />
7.8 Amenity Grassl<strong>and</strong><br />
<strong>Management</strong> Aim <strong>and</strong> Objective: Enhance the development with green corridors,<br />
areas of open space <strong>and</strong> play areas. Providing a green l<strong>and</strong>scape setting for the<br />
proposed development.<br />
• Grass to amenity areas are to be maintained at heights between 12 <strong>and</strong> 50 mm<br />
in length <strong>and</strong> arisings removed.<br />
• The long grassed area to the southeast boundary is to be maintained at heights<br />
between 50 <strong>and</strong> 120 mm in length <strong>and</strong> arisings removed.<br />
• Edges to hard surfaces, fence lines, shrub beds <strong>and</strong> other furniture/obstructions<br />
to be maintained trim <strong>and</strong> tidy in accordance with the overall grass cutting<br />
st<strong>and</strong>ards.<br />
• Bulb areas shall not be cut until the bulb foliage has begun to die back. Bulb<br />
areas shall subsequently be maintained in accordance with the overall grass<br />
cutting st<strong>and</strong>ards.<br />
• Remedial <strong>and</strong> repair works to grassed areas shall be carried out in autumn or<br />
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early spring.<br />
• Winter turf maintenance will be carried out where there is a need for such works.<br />
This may involve scarification, thatch removal <strong>and</strong> fertiliser application.<br />
7.9 Proposed SuDS <strong>and</strong> Marginal Planting<br />
<strong>Management</strong> Aim <strong>and</strong> Objective: The proposed sustainable drainage system (SuDS)<br />
for the site will enhance the existing watercourse <strong>and</strong> habitats, whilst providing additional<br />
areas for water attenuation, providing high quality riparian <strong>and</strong> marginal habitats.<br />
Swales<br />
• Swales to be inspected biannually to check if they need desilting.<br />
• Desilting to be undertaken during the summer months, to avoid the birdnesting<br />
season.<br />
• Desilting should be done on a rotational basis.<br />
• Ensure the water quality is maintained.<br />
• Remove rubbish <strong>and</strong> pollutants, especially in the bottom sediments.<br />
Ponds<br />
• Inspection of the pond twice a year to check if they need clearing<br />
• Ponds should only be cleared when necessary, a small section should be<br />
cleared at a time, at most half.<br />
• Removed vegetation should be left on the pond edge for 24 hours to allow<br />
aquatic life to escape back into the pond.<br />
• Pond clearance should be undertaken between September to November to avoid<br />
plant growing, bird nesting <strong>and</strong> amphibian breeding periods.<br />
• Cutting of emergent vegetation should be between July <strong>and</strong> September.<br />
Water Features<br />
• Weekly safety inspections of all equipment to be carried out to check these are<br />
safe for use. Weekly monitoring of operation of jets <strong>and</strong> general appearance of<br />
water <strong>and</strong> water bodies.<br />
• Dancing fountains to be operational during summer months only. During the<br />
operational period the feature will be inspected daily to ensure all equipment<br />
(pumps <strong>and</strong> jets) are fully operational.<br />
• Minor repairs to jets <strong>and</strong> hard surface (re-pointing, replacement of damaged<br />
pavings) as required.<br />
• Area to be swept <strong>and</strong> maintained in accordance with the cleansing regimes for<br />
other hard surfaces.<br />
• Inspections to identify any becoming slippery due to moss, algae or other<br />
vegetation growth with subsequent additional cleansing or weed control as<br />
required.<br />
7.10 Proposed Hard Surfaces <strong>and</strong> Footpaths<br />
<strong>Management</strong> Aim <strong>and</strong> Objective: To provide clean, safe, attractive <strong>and</strong> functional<br />
areas for pedestrians <strong>and</strong> vehicles within <strong>and</strong> around the proposed development.<br />
• Sweeping of hard surfaces will be carried out on a monthly basis.<br />
• Litter picking will be carried out in order to maintain the areas in a largely litter<br />
free condition. It is anticipated that this will be undertaken weekly along with<br />
emptying the litterbin.<br />
• Dog bins will also be emptied on a weekly.<br />
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• Hard surfaces will be kept weed free. Regular sweeping should prevent the<br />
need for the use of chemicals but occasional spot treating of weeds by h<strong>and</strong><br />
pulling or chemical means may be required.<br />
• Snow <strong>and</strong> ice clearance to be carried out as required allowing continued safe<br />
access for users.<br />
• Inspections <strong>and</strong> minor repairs/re-pointing of hard surfaces to be carried out as<br />
required.<br />
7.11 MVEE Stream<br />
<strong>Management</strong> Aim <strong>and</strong> Objective: To reduce <strong>and</strong> control shading vegetation along the<br />
banks of the stream to bring it into favourable condition <strong>and</strong> bring about wide-ranging<br />
benefits for flora, fauna <strong>and</strong> people.<br />
• The stream will be divided into eight management sections.<br />
• All sections will be managed in Year 1 to cut either a proportion of trees or all<br />
bramble <strong>and</strong> bracken back from the stream edges.<br />
• Subsequent management in Years 2, 3 <strong>and</strong> 5 will remove further trees <strong>and</strong> keep<br />
on top of regrowth of trees, bramble <strong>and</strong> bracken.<br />
• Logs will be piled to create deadwood habitat.<br />
• All works will occur outside the bird nesting season (March to August inclusive).<br />
• <strong>Management</strong> will be informed further by monitoring in May/June.<br />
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8. MONITORING AND REVIEW<br />
The successful implementation of any management plan is dependent on an ongoing<br />
process of monitoring <strong>and</strong> review.<br />
The content <strong>and</strong> prescriptions set out in this plan should be reviewed on completion of<br />
construction works in order to take account of any variations to the l<strong>and</strong>scape design<br />
agreed during the construction period.<br />
The prescriptions set out in this plan should also be reviewed as planting establishes <strong>and</strong><br />
develops. Any variations to the regimes set out in this plan should be noted <strong>and</strong><br />
incorporated in subsequent updates.<br />
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APPENDICES<br />
Appendix A: General <strong>Management</strong> Guidance<br />
Appendix B: Typical Annual Maintenance Schedule<br />
Appendix C: <strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> <strong>Management</strong> Zones
Item<br />
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APPENDIX A<br />
General <strong>Management</strong> Guidance<br />
Injurious Weeds<br />
Under the Weeds Act 1959 an occupier of l<strong>and</strong> is required to take action to prevent the<br />
spread of the following weeds:<br />
• Spear thistle (Cirsium vulgare)<br />
• Creeping thistle (Cirsium arvense)<br />
• Curled dock (Rumex crispus)<br />
• Broad-leaved dock (Rumex obtusifolius)<br />
• Common ragwort (Senecio jacobea)<br />
Under section 14 of the Wildlife <strong>and</strong> Countryside Act 1981 it is an offence to plant or<br />
otherwise cause to grow in the wild the following plants:<br />
• Giant hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum).<br />
• Japanese knotweed (Reynoutria japonica).<br />
Section 215 of the Town <strong>and</strong> Country Planning Act 1990 provides local authorities with<br />
powers to serve notices on owners or occupiers of l<strong>and</strong> to control weeds that may be<br />
harming the amenity of the surrounding area.<br />
<strong>Management</strong> <strong>and</strong> maintenance of the site will include ongoing monitoring for the<br />
presence of injurious weeds <strong>and</strong> measures will be implemented for the treatment of the<br />
species listed above.<br />
Protected Species<br />
Particular regard will be paid to the need to avoid disturbance of nesting birds during the<br />
bird nesting season. <strong>Management</strong> operations likely to cause disturbance will not be<br />
carried out between end February <strong>and</strong> end July.
APPENDIX B - Typical Annual Maintenance Schedules<br />
Operation Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec<br />
Hard Surfaces Sweeping <strong>and</strong> Litter Picking<br />
Hard Surfaces Weed Control<br />
Hard Surfaces Snow <strong>and</strong> Ice clearance<br />
Tree Surveys <strong>and</strong> Inspections<br />
Tree Works – Crown Works<br />
Tree Works – Epicormic Growth<br />
Replacement Tree <strong>and</strong> Shrub Planting<br />
Trees <strong>and</strong> shrubs - Watering<br />
Trees <strong>and</strong> shrubs - Weeding <strong>and</strong> Maintenance<br />
Trees <strong>and</strong> shrubs – Top up mulch<br />
Shrubs Pruning – Varies to suit species<br />
Groundcover Shrubs – Trimming back<br />
Ornamental Hedges Trimming<br />
Native Hedges Trimming<br />
Thicket Planting - Coppicing<br />
Amenity Grass - Cutting<br />
Grass with bulbs - Cutting<br />
Wildflower Grass - Cutting<br />
Leaf Clearance<br />
Ponds – Clearing<br />
Ponds – Cutting
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Appendix C - <strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> <strong>Management</strong> Zones<br />
Figured dimensions only are to be taken<br />
from this drawing. All dimensions are to<br />
be checked on site before any work is<br />
put in h<strong>and</strong>.<br />
Area 1 - Additional tree <strong>and</strong> scrub planting<br />
to join the existing perimeter woodl<strong>and</strong>s,<br />
encouraging biodiversity, whilst enhancing the<br />
visual amenity between the development <strong>and</strong><br />
SPA. <strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> features will include short<br />
acid grassl<strong>and</strong>, tussocky sward grass mound<br />
<strong>and</strong> a cluster of ponds for ecological mitigation<br />
Area 2 -Proposed tree planting to<br />
enhance existing wooded belts. Noise<br />
barrier along the southern boundary,<br />
to enhance the use of the area.<br />
Area 3 - Existing woodl<strong>and</strong> strip<br />
with a stream through the centre.<br />
Providing a natural green link<br />
through the residential area.<br />
Area 4 - Existing woodl<strong>and</strong>,<br />
enhanced with a woodl<strong>and</strong> glade<br />
creation <strong>and</strong> attenuation areas.<br />
DRAFT<br />
WORK-IN-PROGRE<br />
LONGCROSS RAILWAY<br />
STATION (UPGARDED)<br />
SUDS<br />
4.<br />
SANGS<br />
Emergency access<br />
(Burma Road)<br />
LANDSCAPE<br />
COMPOUND<br />
SANGS<br />
PARKING<br />
(when complete)<br />
STATION CAR-PARK<br />
TICKET<br />
MACHINE<br />
BIKES<br />
BUS STOP<br />
& DROP OFF<br />
EDUCATION FACILITY - 2 STOREYS<br />
5 A-SIDE<br />
FOOTBALL<br />
SUDS<br />
TENNIS / BASKETBALL<br />
120<br />
119<br />
118<br />
121<br />
2.<br />
113 114<br />
115<br />
112<br />
111<br />
116<br />
SUDS<br />
PUMP<br />
3.<br />
STATION<br />
SUDS<br />
70<br />
59<br />
69<br />
60<br />
68<br />
61<br />
67<br />
62 63<br />
64<br />
66<br />
65<br />
11<br />
PLAY<br />
COMMUNITY ORCHARD<br />
SANGS<br />
maintenace<br />
access<br />
Apt F<br />
117<br />
108<br />
26<br />
9<br />
10<br />
12<br />
service /<br />
bins /<br />
bicycles<br />
service /<br />
bins /<br />
bicycles<br />
OFFICE J - 4 STOREYS<br />
UNDERCROFT<br />
CAR-PARK<br />
OFFICE K - 4 STOREYS<br />
VILLAGE<br />
GREEN<br />
Apt E<br />
126<br />
127<br />
125<br />
124<br />
122<br />
123<br />
103<br />
104<br />
107<br />
106<br />
110<br />
109<br />
PLAY<br />
30<br />
25<br />
27<br />
35<br />
28<br />
34<br />
29<br />
33<br />
32<br />
31<br />
24<br />
5.<br />
23<br />
22<br />
36 21<br />
37<br />
38 20<br />
8<br />
7<br />
6<br />
5<br />
4<br />
3<br />
2<br />
16<br />
17<br />
13 2<br />
14 3<br />
4<br />
Apt A 15<br />
DECK A (900 cars)<br />
OFFICE H - 4 STOREYS OFFICE I - 4 STOREYS<br />
6.<br />
98<br />
99<br />
105<br />
100<br />
102<br />
101<br />
43<br />
44<br />
45<br />
58<br />
57<br />
46<br />
47<br />
48<br />
39<br />
40<br />
41<br />
42<br />
19<br />
18<br />
1<br />
56<br />
49<br />
RESIDENTIAL ACCESS<br />
in<br />
drop-off<br />
COFFEE<br />
55<br />
50<br />
Apt B<br />
out<br />
POND<br />
92<br />
54<br />
53<br />
51<br />
OFFICE F - 4 STOREYS OFFICE G - 4 STOREYS<br />
service /<br />
bins /<br />
bicycles<br />
PUB<br />
CONTROLLED<br />
ACCESS<br />
Apt D<br />
89<br />
95<br />
90<br />
91<br />
94<br />
93<br />
97<br />
PLAY<br />
3.<br />
SUDS<br />
PLAY<br />
52<br />
POTENTIAL FUTURE PEDESTRIAN<br />
LINK BRIDGE TO DERA SOUTH SITE<br />
1.<br />
SANGS<br />
DECK B (880 cars)<br />
SANGS<br />
PARKING<br />
(first phases)<br />
PRIMARY<br />
SUB-STATION<br />
service /<br />
bins /<br />
bicycles<br />
service /<br />
bins /<br />
bicycles<br />
service /<br />
bins /<br />
bicycles<br />
OFFICE E - 4 STOREYS<br />
7.<br />
drop-off<br />
MARKETING<br />
SUITE<br />
RETAIL<br />
UNITS<br />
H&F<br />
(GYM)<br />
BUS STOP<br />
amphitheatre<br />
OFFICE D - 3 STOREYS (inc. H+F)<br />
CRECHE<br />
service /<br />
bins /<br />
bicycles<br />
88<br />
87<br />
86<br />
85<br />
96<br />
84<br />
83<br />
Apt C<br />
82<br />
81<br />
80<br />
79<br />
78 77<br />
76<br />
75<br />
74<br />
73<br />
72<br />
71<br />
2.<br />
SUDS<br />
CHOBHAM LANE<br />
M 3<br />
M 3<br />
Area 5 - The residential area will<br />
include areas of open space, street<br />
trees, hedge <strong>and</strong> shrub planting.<br />
<strong>L<strong>and</strong>scape</strong> Zones<br />
Zone 1: Western Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace<br />
DECK C (520 cars)<br />
OFFICE C - 3 STOREYS<br />
service /<br />
bins /<br />
bicycles<br />
Zone 2: Perimeter Woodl<strong>and</strong><br />
BURMA ROAD<br />
service /<br />
bins /<br />
bicycles<br />
OFFICE A - 2/3 STOREYS OFFICE B - 2/3 STOREYS<br />
Zone 3: Wooded Valley<br />
Zone 4: Eastern Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace<br />
00 Issued for design freeze NM 18Jul1<br />
Revision Description Drawn Date<br />
400m RESIDENTIAL BUFFER<br />
FROM SPA (CHOBHAM COMMON)<br />
Zone 5: Residential Development<br />
M 3<br />
EXISTING PEDESTRIAN SUBWAY<br />
TO DERA SOUTH SITE<br />
M 3<br />
Area 6 - Amenity grass,<br />
providing space for sport<br />
pitches <strong>and</strong> a village green.<br />
Zone 6: Central Open Space<br />
Zone 7: Non-residential Development<br />
Client's Name<br />
Crest Nicholson / Aviva<br />
St Catherine's Court<br />
46-48 Portsmouth Roa<br />
Guildford GU2 4DU<br />
T +44 (0)1483 568686<br />
F +44 (0)1483 575830<br />
W scottbrownrigg.com<br />
Job Title<br />
DERA North Site<br />
SHBC<br />
CHOBHAM LANE<br />
RBC<br />
Area 7 - More ornamental style<br />
of l<strong>and</strong>scaping, including shrub<br />
planting, street trees <strong>and</strong> a water<br />
feature at the main entrance.<br />
Scale<br />
1:2500@A2<br />
0 100<br />
Drawing title<br />
Scale<br />
50 150m<br />
Illustrative masterplan for outl<br />
application<br />
N<br />
1 : 1250 @ A0<br />
metres 25 50 75 100<br />
Job No<br />
14610<br />
Drawing No<br />
DR-301-255<br />
Status<br />
PRELIMINARY<br />
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