Landscape and Biodiversity Management Strategy - Runnymede ...

DERA North
Longcross
Landscape and Biodiversity
Management Strategy
Document Reference: 1295/017 Rev. D
September 2012
MM urdoch
ickham
South Ash Manor, South Ash Road, Ash, Kent TN15 7EN
www.murdochwickham.com +44(0) 1474 871265

LANDSCAPE AND BIODIVERSITY
MANAGEMENT STRATEGY
Contents
1. Introduction
2. Purpose of this report
3. Landscape and biodiversity management strategy vision
4. Description of the site and the local landscape
5. Description of the scheme
6. Management objectives and responsibilities
7. Management prescriptions
8. Monitoring and review
Appendices
Appendix A: General Management Guidance
Appendix B: Typical Annual Maintenance Schedule
Appendix C: Landscape Management Zones
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1. INTRODUCTION
The proposed development at DERA North, Longcross, is a mixed-use development,
comprising of both residential and non-residential development. Crest Nicholson
Operations Limited and CGNU Life Assurance Limited are developing the site.
2. PURPOSE OF THIS REPORT
The purpose of this Landscape and Biodiversity Management Strategy (LBMS) is to set
out a sensitive management approach to protect manage and enhance the site for nature
conservation and visual amenity.
The LBMS has been prepared to address the requirements of the Runnymede Borough
Council validation checklist (2010) and Surrey Heath Borough Councilʼs Validation
Checklist (2008).
The LBMS is based on the following drawings;
• Publicly Accessible Semi-Natural Greenspace Plan (1295-016 Rev B)
• Parameter Plan 1 – Land use (DR-301-601)
This Landscape Management Plan LBMS describes:
• Landscape and biodiversity management strategy vision
• Description of the site and the local landscape
• Description of the scheme
• Management objective and responsibilities
• Management prescriptions
• Monitoring and review
Appendices include:
• Appendix A: General Management Guidance
• Appendix B: Typical Annual Maintenance Schedule
• Appendix C: Landscape Management Zones
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3. LANDSCAPE AND BIODIVERSITY MANAGEMENT STRATEGY VISION
The landscape infrastructure provides an opportunity to enhance the existing landscape
assets within the site, including the woodlands and tree belts. Whilst creating a variety of
open space throughout the proposed development, establishing a robust landscape for
the proposed development to integrate into the local landscape.
Planning policy guidance outlines the importance of creation, protection, enhancement
and management to the biodiversity and green infrastructure networks. The site already
offers existing landscape assets, including the woodlands and watercourse offering visual
amenity, which could be enhanced and incorporated into the green infrastructure.
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4. DESCRIPTION OF THE SITE AND THE LOCAL LANDSCAPE
4.1 Site Context
The site, roughly triangular in plan, is approximately 43 hectares and lies to the north of
the M3 motorway. It is bound by the Reading to Waterloo railway line and the Wentworth
golf course and estate to the north; and Burma Road and Chobham Common, Special
Area of Conservation, and Special Protection Area to the west. The site lies within the
county of Surrey and falls largely within the administrative area of Runnymede Borough
Council and some within the administrative area of Surrey Heath Borough Council.
Chobham Common is located to the west of the Application Site, an area of 647.63ha. It
is the largest National Nature Reserve in the south-east. Chobham Common is
designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and as a National Nature
Reserve. It is also component part of the Thames Basin Heaths Special Protection Area
(SPA) and the Thursley, Ash, Pirbright and Chobham Special Area of Conservation
(SAC). The area consists of lowland heaths and broadleaves, mixed and yew woodland.
The SSSI boundary extends to a section of woodland adjacent to the southwest corner of
the site.
The Application Site is located within Longcross, Surrey. The landscape to the east is
farmland divided by wooded hedgerows, to the west and south is Chobham Common, an
area of lowland heathland and to the north is Wentworth golf course and the settlement of
Virgina Water.
The site is a brownfield area, predominantly used as a film studio and other uses,
dominated by numerous buildings of varying sizes with associated hardstanding. Access
to the site is from Chobham Lane and Burma Road. The majority of the siteʼs perimeter is
wooded with deciduous and evergreen species.
4.2 Existing Landscape Components
The site includes the following landscape and habitat components, taken from the
Ecological Appraisal and surveys by EPR in 2012:
• Woodland
• Grassland
• Pond
• Stream
These landscape and habitat components are described in further detail below;
4.3 Woodland
The majority of the siteʼs perimeter is wooded, visually containing the existing buildings.
There are two distinct tree belts within the site itself, travelling north to south, forming
strong landscape structures. The eastern end of the site, comprises of a triangle of
woodland. The predominant species are Scots Pine and Birch, with few ornamental or
exotic species. Woodland in the central parts also includes Oak, Sweet Chestnut and
Beech. The woodlands have been planted in the last 100 years, therefore there are no
ancient woodlands within the site.
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4.4 Grassland
4.5 Pond
A number of lawns and road verges occur around the site, many of which are regularly
mown amenity grassland. Where the grass is less intensively managed it appears as tall
grassland.
There are two artificial ponds on the site; a large balancing pond in the centre and a small
ornamental pond at the woodland edge in the southwest corner. The balancing pond
supports breeding waterbirds and amphibians but has limited aquatic flora. The smaller
pond is heavily vegetated and supports amphibians.
4.6 Stream
The MVEE stream runs north through the site for approximately 280m, the source lies to
the south of the M3 and it flows on to Wentworth Golf Course to the north. The stream is
shallow and slow flowing. Its banks are heavily vegetated by bracken and bramble in
places and the stream is shaded by woodland.
4.7 Protected/Important Species
4.7.1 Introduction
4.7.2 Bats
The site supports a range of protected and valued species and these are discussed
briefly below;
Scatterings of bat roosts have been recorded across the site in buildings. Most are small
roosts of Common Pipistrelle but occasional long-eared bat has been found. Bats have
been recorded foraging across the site but particularly at the central balancing pond, with
a commuting route along the edge of woodland from the north of the site to the pond a
key feature. Roost sites will be lost when buildings are demolished so new roosts are
being provided in bat boxes and so new artificial roosts (pole roosts, a bat house and bat
boxes) are being provided.
4.7.3 Badgers
Three small Badger setts occur on site in woodland and lawns, these are likely to be part
of the foraging range of badgers. The proposed development incorporates fencing and
planting to protect these Badger setts.
4.7.4 Amphibians
The two ponds support low numbers of amphibians including just one or two Great
Crested Newt. These will be protected by fencing and enhanced by management.
4.7.5 Reptiles
Four species of reptile have been recorded from pockets of suitable habitat, which are
scattered across the site, including Adders. Reptiles will be moved to accommodate
development but populations are to be retained on site. The new habitats will be
managed.
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4.7.6 Birds
The site supports a typical number of common breeding birds which nest in woodland
and buildings.
4.7.7 Invertebrates
The site supports few valued invertebrates but some species have been recorded toward
the western boundary, including the butterflies Dingy Skipper and Small Heath. These
grassland species will be catered for in management of grassland.
4.8 Summary
The woodlands, grassland, ponds and stream are important landscape features,
providing ecological value. It is recommended that these are retained and incorporated
into the development proposals.
With regard to protected/important species identified on the site these should be
safeguarded and incorporated into any development proposals. Establishment of new
habitats and protection to existing habitats would be beneficial to the species present
within the site.
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5. DESCRIPTION OF THE SCHEME
5.1 Landscape Zones
The landscaping can be broadly sub-divided into seven landscape zones, as shown on
Appendix C. These zones are explained below:
• Zone 1: Western Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace
• Zone 2: Perimeter Woodland
• Zone 3: Wooded Valley
• Zone 4: Eastern Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace
• Zone 5: Residential Development
• Zone 6: Central Open Space
• Zone 7: Non-residential Development
5.2 Zone 1: Western Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace
The western Publicly Accessible Semi-Natural Greenspace (PASG) area is located on the
upper plateau of the site. This area retains the existing perimeter woodlands, proposed
native woodland planting will reinforce any gaps in the boundary vegetation. The existing
habitats of acid grassland will be retained and extended, creating large areas of open
grassland. A feature grass mound will be created forming a focal point with a historic link
to the existing circular building.
The existing pond to the south of the area will be retained and enhanced. Additional
ponds will be created forming a cluster of ponds for ecological mitigation all protected
with fencing. In the northern section a dog dipping area will be created, with a timber
platform providing easy access in and out of the water. A trodden hoggin gravel path with
no edging will provide a circular walk within the area.
5.3 Zone 2: Perimeter Woodland
The perimeter woodlands are located along the northern and southern boundaries of the
site. This area consists of existing wooded tree belts enhanced with proposed tree
planting. A noise barrier will be provided along the southern boundary amongst the
vegetation.
5.4 Zone 3: Wooded Valley
The wooded valley is located within the centre of the residential development. This area
consists of an existing wooded belt, with the MVEE stream through the base of the valley.
The area forms part of the PASG network, providing a green link from the residential area
into the larger areas of PASG.
5.5 Zone 4: Eastern Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace
The eastern Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace area consists of existing
woodland, with a circular walk. A woodland glade would be created to increase the
biodiversity of the area and provide a change in character. Attenuation areas are located
within the woodland glade.
5.6 Zone 5: Residential Development
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The residential development is located within the eastern half of the site. This area will
likely consist of a mix of detached, semi-detached properties and some apartment blocks,
arranged between areas of open space. The landscaping would consist of street trees,
hedge and shrub planting.
5.7 Zone 6: Central Open Space
The central open space will provide amenity greenspace, including sports pitches and a
village green. Located between the residential area and non-residential area, it would
deliver a green setting between the built form. The existing pond would be retained,
protected by fencing and enhanced by management.
5.8 Zone 7: Non-residential Development
The non-residential development area is located within the western half of the site. This
area would have a more ornamental style of landscaping, including street trees, hedge
and shrub planting. Green roofs will be incorporated into the design of some of the new
buildings.
The main entrance to the south of this area, would include high quality landscaping,
creating a sense of arrival. The planting would include semi-mature trees and a
preformed native hedge to restore the character of Chobham Lane, where an area of
vegetation would be removed to accommodate access into the proposed development.
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6 MANAGEMENT OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
6.1 Objectives
The landscape and biodiversity management objectives are:
• To conserve the retained trees as a landscape amenity feature in the longer term.
• Promote wildlife habitat.
• To ensure as far as reasonable the safety of site users and third parties.
• To enhance the landscape value of the site.
6.2 Responsibilities
The communal and public open space areas will maintained by Crest Nicholson
Operations Limited and CGNU Life Assurance Limited landscape contractor, until
completion when the responsibility for landscape maintenance will be handed over to a
Management Company.
Developer
• Crest Nicholson Operations Limited and CGNU Life Assurance Limited will appoint
the Management Company for the development.
Landscape Contractor
• Maintain all non-private areas of soft landscaping until handover to the Management
Company.
• Replace any failed trees, shrubs or grass that occur during the maintenance period.
Ecological Consultant
• Undertake monitoring of habitat created and managed for protection and valued
species.
Management Company
• Maintain the hard and soft landscaping to the flats.
• Maintain the hard and soft landscaping of public open space (POS) areas.
• Replace any failed trees, shrubs or grass that occur during the first five years of
maintenance.
Landscape Architect
• Undertake site audits of the soft landscaping for the Developer up to completion and
handover to the Management Company.
• Attend the review if required by the Local Planning Authority before the end of the
five year period.
• Revise the LMP if required following the review.
Arboricultural Consultant
• Undertake a condition survey of all trees at the end of the five year period.
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Local Planning Authority
• Organise the review of the LMP through the Developer should it be required.
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7.1 MANAGEMENT PRESCRIPTIONS
Each of the landscape zones contain a combination of these landscape features and
components;
• Existing Woodland and Tree Belts
• Proposed Tree Planting
• Existing and Proposed Hedges
• Proposed Ornamental Shrub Planting
• Proposed Species-rich Grassland
• Proposed Amenity Grassland
• Proposed SuDS and Marginal Planting
• Proposed Hard Surfaces and Footpaths
7.2 Use of Chemicals
Chemicals will be used for weed control and in order to treat pest and diseases where
identified. Any use of chemicals will be carried out strictly in accordance with
Manufacturerʼs instructions.
7.3 Existing and Proposed Woodland and Tree Belts
Management Aim and Objective: To enhance, reinforce and extend woodland and tree
belt habitats, including their scrub edges. These enclose the site and contribute towards
the larger green infrastructure network retained throughout the proposed development.
• All Trees will be subject to a Five Year Tree Condition Survey to be undertaken by
the Arboricultural Consultant. The Arboricultural Consultant shall be a member of the
Arboricultural Association or Institute of Chartered Foresters.
• Woodland edge area shrub species should be coppiced on a 5-7 year rotation to
encourage new growth.
• Coppice materials will be stored as woodpiles to provide additional deadwood
habitat.
• Native ground flora will be encouraged and maintained through annual removal of
vigorous weed species.
• All trees should be protected during construction of the proposed development,
following the standards within BS 5837:2012 Trees in Relation to Construction.
• Standard trees should be retained and new trees selected to replace those dead,
dying or over mature, which may need to be removed for health and safety.
Otherwise standing dead wood should be retained wherever possible, providing
important habitats for invertebrates, bats, birds and other wildlife.
• Cut back undergrowth, overgrowing or overhanging shrubs from any pathways
• Hand weeding where appropriate, rather than herbicides.
7.4 New Tree Planting
Management Aim and Objective: To reinforce the landscape character softening the
development in the local landscape. Enhancing the biodiversity value and the green
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infrastructure of the site.
• Regular checks (allowance for 3 visits per annum) to check guying support
systems and tree stakes and ties and adjustment as necessary.
• Additional checks to ensure trees remain upright, firm and well secured after
major weather events.
• Formative pruning and removal of damaged/dead branches as required.
• Street trees (spine road and residential areas) to be managed in order to
maintain minimum 2 metre clear stems.
• Tree pits in hard surfacing to be kept weed free by hand and/or chemical weed
control. Allowance should be made for 3 visits per annum.
• Hand watering to maintain healthy growth as required. Allowance should be
made for up to 4 visits per annum.
• Any tree that fails is to be replaced with one of the same size and species as
originally planted.
• All Trees will be subject to a Five Year Tree Condition Survey to be undertaken
by the Arboricultural Consultant. The Arboricultural Consultant shall be a
member of the Arboricultural Association or Institute of Chartered Foresters.
• Emergency remedial works following storm or other damage in order to make
trees safe
• Removal of sucker/epicormic growth where necessary.
• Tree pits in hard surfaces and tree surrounds to be kept weed free by hand or
chemical weed control. Gravel in tree pits to be topped up annually.
• Stakes and ties to trees to be checked and adjusted up to 3 times per annum
and removed when these start to impede tree growth.
• Watering to maintain healthy growth as required. It is anticipated that beyond
Year 5 watering will only be required to trees in hard surfaces in extreme drought
conditions.
7.5 Existing and Proposed Hedges
Management Aim and Objective: To enhance and reinforce linear habitats, whilst
creating an attractive setting for the proposed development and ensure vegetation is
established and of good form.
• Hedge lines to be maintained in a weed free condition by hand or chemical
means. Particular attention to be paid to the removal of climbers such as
bindweed. Where feasible hand weeding should be done.
• Failed plants to be replaced with ones of identical size and species.
• Hedges to be trimmed once per annum in late winter (prior to start of bird nesting
season in late February) to height of approximately 2 metres.
• Mulch to be topped up annually.
• Watering to maintain healthy growth as required (allowance for up to 4 visits per
annum). Once beds are established watering should only be required in
conditions of extreme drought.
7.6 Ornamental Shrubs
Management Aim and Objective: Create an attractive shrub planting within areas of
open space, providing a setting for the proposed development. Ensure the vegetation is
established and of good form.
• Shrub beds to be maintained in a weed free condition by hand or chemical
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means. Light cultivation to be carried out in areas where there is evidence of
compaction.
• Mulch to be topped up annually.
• Failed plants to be replaced with ones of identical size and species.
• Light pruning as required to promote the growth of shrubs. Shrubs will be pruned
annually at times appropriate to the species to promote fruit, flowering and bushy
growth. Siding up should be avoided.
• Groundcover planting on the spine road and adjacent to footways and roads in
the residential areas may require occasional trimming back (up to twice per year
during the growing season) where growth impedes safe access for road and
footway users.
• Pruning operations to be carried out in accordance with the requirements
described in the Horticultural Specification. Shrubs will be pruned annually at
times appropriate to the species to promote fruit, flowering and bushy growth.
Siding up should be avoided.
• Watering to maintain healthy growth as required (allowance for up to 4 visits per
annum). Once beds are established watering should only be required in
conditions of extreme drought.
7.7 Proposed Species-rich Grassland
Management Aim and Objective: To increase the diversity and species to establish an
area of high landscape and biodiversity value for reptiles, invertebrates and birds.
• Grass areas to be cut annually in late summer and cuttings removed.
• Footpath edges should be strimmed up to four times during the growing season.
• Any injurious weed growth identified on site should be treated by spot treatment
or hand pulling (see Appendix A).
• Some longer areas of grassland will be left at interfaces with woodland and
hedgerow habitats, to provide gradation of habitats. These areas will be flailed
on a three year rotation and arisings removed.
• Where swards fail to establish or die out, or where the level of species is poor,
areas will be re-sown following implementation of other remedial works. It is
expected that after establishment, species diversity will naturally increase with
time.
7.8 Amenity Grassland
Management Aim and Objective: Enhance the development with green corridors,
areas of open space and play areas. Providing a green landscape setting for the
proposed development.
• Grass to amenity areas are to be maintained at heights between 12 and 50 mm
in length and arisings removed.
• The long grassed area to the southeast boundary is to be maintained at heights
between 50 and 120 mm in length and arisings removed.
• Edges to hard surfaces, fence lines, shrub beds and other furniture/obstructions
to be maintained trim and tidy in accordance with the overall grass cutting
standards.
• Bulb areas shall not be cut until the bulb foliage has begun to die back. Bulb
areas shall subsequently be maintained in accordance with the overall grass
cutting standards.
• Remedial and repair works to grassed areas shall be carried out in autumn or
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early spring.
• Winter turf maintenance will be carried out where there is a need for such works.
This may involve scarification, thatch removal and fertiliser application.
7.9 Proposed SuDS and Marginal Planting
Management Aim and Objective: The proposed sustainable drainage system (SuDS)
for the site will enhance the existing watercourse and habitats, whilst providing additional
areas for water attenuation, providing high quality riparian and marginal habitats.
Swales
• Swales to be inspected biannually to check if they need desilting.
• Desilting to be undertaken during the summer months, to avoid the birdnesting
season.
• Desilting should be done on a rotational basis.
• Ensure the water quality is maintained.
• Remove rubbish and pollutants, especially in the bottom sediments.
Ponds
• Inspection of the pond twice a year to check if they need clearing
• Ponds should only be cleared when necessary, a small section should be
cleared at a time, at most half.
• Removed vegetation should be left on the pond edge for 24 hours to allow
aquatic life to escape back into the pond.
• Pond clearance should be undertaken between September to November to avoid
plant growing, bird nesting and amphibian breeding periods.
• Cutting of emergent vegetation should be between July and September.
Water Features
• Weekly safety inspections of all equipment to be carried out to check these are
safe for use. Weekly monitoring of operation of jets and general appearance of
water and water bodies.
• Dancing fountains to be operational during summer months only. During the
operational period the feature will be inspected daily to ensure all equipment
(pumps and jets) are fully operational.
• Minor repairs to jets and hard surface (re-pointing, replacement of damaged
pavings) as required.
• Area to be swept and maintained in accordance with the cleansing regimes for
other hard surfaces.
• Inspections to identify any becoming slippery due to moss, algae or other
vegetation growth with subsequent additional cleansing or weed control as
required.
7.10 Proposed Hard Surfaces and Footpaths
Management Aim and Objective: To provide clean, safe, attractive and functional
areas for pedestrians and vehicles within and around the proposed development.
• Sweeping of hard surfaces will be carried out on a monthly basis.
• Litter picking will be carried out in order to maintain the areas in a largely litter
free condition. It is anticipated that this will be undertaken weekly along with
emptying the litterbin.
• Dog bins will also be emptied on a weekly.
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• Hard surfaces will be kept weed free. Regular sweeping should prevent the
need for the use of chemicals but occasional spot treating of weeds by hand
pulling or chemical means may be required.
• Snow and ice clearance to be carried out as required allowing continued safe
access for users.
• Inspections and minor repairs/re-pointing of hard surfaces to be carried out as
required.
7.11 MVEE Stream
Management Aim and Objective: To reduce and control shading vegetation along the
banks of the stream to bring it into favourable condition and bring about wide-ranging
benefits for flora, fauna and people.
• The stream will be divided into eight management sections.
• All sections will be managed in Year 1 to cut either a proportion of trees or all
bramble and bracken back from the stream edges.
• Subsequent management in Years 2, 3 and 5 will remove further trees and keep
on top of regrowth of trees, bramble and bracken.
• Logs will be piled to create deadwood habitat.
• All works will occur outside the bird nesting season (March to August inclusive).
• Management will be informed further by monitoring in May/June.
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8. MONITORING AND REVIEW
The successful implementation of any management plan is dependent on an ongoing
process of monitoring and review.
The content and prescriptions set out in this plan should be reviewed on completion of
construction works in order to take account of any variations to the landscape design
agreed during the construction period.
The prescriptions set out in this plan should also be reviewed as planting establishes and
develops. Any variations to the regimes set out in this plan should be noted and
incorporated in subsequent updates.
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APPENDICES
Appendix A: General Management Guidance
Appendix B: Typical Annual Maintenance Schedule
Appendix C: Landscape Management Zones

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APPENDIX A
General Management Guidance
Injurious Weeds
Under the Weeds Act 1959 an occupier of land is required to take action to prevent the
spread of the following weeds:
• Spear thistle (Cirsium vulgare)
• Creeping thistle (Cirsium arvense)
• Curled dock (Rumex crispus)
• Broad-leaved dock (Rumex obtusifolius)
• Common ragwort (Senecio jacobea)
Under section 14 of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 it is an offence to plant or
otherwise cause to grow in the wild the following plants:
• Giant hogweed (Heracleum mantegazzianum).
• Japanese knotweed (Reynoutria japonica).
Section 215 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 provides local authorities with
powers to serve notices on owners or occupiers of land to control weeds that may be
harming the amenity of the surrounding area.
Management and maintenance of the site will include ongoing monitoring for the
presence of injurious weeds and measures will be implemented for the treatment of the
species listed above.
Protected Species
Particular regard will be paid to the need to avoid disturbance of nesting birds during the
bird nesting season. Management operations likely to cause disturbance will not be
carried out between end February and end July.

APPENDIX B - Typical Annual Maintenance Schedules
Operation Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec
Hard Surfaces Sweeping and Litter Picking
Hard Surfaces Weed Control
Hard Surfaces Snow and Ice clearance
Tree Surveys and Inspections
Tree Works – Crown Works
Tree Works – Epicormic Growth
Replacement Tree and Shrub Planting
Trees and shrubs - Watering
Trees and shrubs - Weeding and Maintenance
Trees and shrubs – Top up mulch
Shrubs Pruning – Varies to suit species
Groundcover Shrubs – Trimming back
Ornamental Hedges Trimming
Native Hedges Trimming
Thicket Planting - Coppicing
Amenity Grass - Cutting
Grass with bulbs - Cutting
Wildflower Grass - Cutting
Leaf Clearance
Ponds – Clearing
Ponds – Cutting

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Appendix C - Landscape Management Zones
Figured dimensions only are to be taken
from this drawing. All dimensions are to
be checked on site before any work is
put in hand.
Area 1 - Additional tree and scrub planting
to join the existing perimeter woodlands,
encouraging biodiversity, whilst enhancing the
visual amenity between the development and
SPA. Landscape features will include short
acid grassland, tussocky sward grass mound
and a cluster of ponds for ecological mitigation
Area 2 -Proposed tree planting to
enhance existing wooded belts. Noise
barrier along the southern boundary,
to enhance the use of the area.
Area 3 - Existing woodland strip
with a stream through the centre.
Providing a natural green link
through the residential area.
Area 4 - Existing woodland,
enhanced with a woodland glade
creation and attenuation areas.
DRAFT
WORK-IN-PROGRE
LONGCROSS RAILWAY
STATION (UPGARDED)
SUDS
4.
SANGS
Emergency access
(Burma Road)
LANDSCAPE
COMPOUND
SANGS
PARKING
(when complete)
STATION CAR-PARK
TICKET
MACHINE
BIKES
BUS STOP
& DROP OFF
EDUCATION FACILITY - 2 STOREYS
5 A-SIDE
FOOTBALL
SUDS
TENNIS / BASKETBALL
120
119
118
121
2.
113 114
115
112
111
116
SUDS
PUMP
3.
STATION
SUDS
70
59
69
60
68
61
67
62 63
64
66
65
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PLAY
COMMUNITY ORCHARD
SANGS
maintenace
access
Apt F
117
108
26
9
10
12
service /
bins /
bicycles
service /
bins /
bicycles
OFFICE J - 4 STOREYS
UNDERCROFT
CAR-PARK
OFFICE K - 4 STOREYS
VILLAGE
GREEN
Apt E
126
127
125
124
122
123
103
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107
106
110
109
PLAY
30
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5.
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36 21
37
38 20
8
7
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4
3
2
16
17
13 2
14 3
4
Apt A 15
DECK A (900 cars)
OFFICE H - 4 STOREYS OFFICE I - 4 STOREYS
6.
98
99
105
100
102
101
43
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45
58
57
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39
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42
19
18
1
56
49
RESIDENTIAL ACCESS
in
drop-off
COFFEE
55
50
Apt B
out
POND
92
54
53
51
OFFICE F - 4 STOREYS OFFICE G - 4 STOREYS
service /
bins /
bicycles
PUB
CONTROLLED
ACCESS
Apt D
89
95
90
91
94
93
97
PLAY
3.
SUDS
PLAY
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POTENTIAL FUTURE PEDESTRIAN
LINK BRIDGE TO DERA SOUTH SITE
1.
SANGS
DECK B (880 cars)
SANGS
PARKING
(first phases)
PRIMARY
SUB-STATION
service /
bins /
bicycles
service /
bins /
bicycles
service /
bins /
bicycles
OFFICE E - 4 STOREYS
7.
drop-off
MARKETING
SUITE
RETAIL
UNITS
H&F
(GYM)
BUS STOP
amphitheatre
OFFICE D - 3 STOREYS (inc. H+F)
CRECHE
service /
bins /
bicycles
88
87
86
85
96
84
83
Apt C
82
81
80
79
78 77
76
75
74
73
72
71
2.
SUDS
CHOBHAM LANE
M 3
M 3
Area 5 - The residential area will
include areas of open space, street
trees, hedge and shrub planting.
Landscape Zones
Zone 1: Western Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace
DECK C (520 cars)
OFFICE C - 3 STOREYS
service /
bins /
bicycles
Zone 2: Perimeter Woodland
BURMA ROAD
service /
bins /
bicycles
OFFICE A - 2/3 STOREYS OFFICE B - 2/3 STOREYS
Zone 3: Wooded Valley
Zone 4: Eastern Publicly Accessible Semi-natural Greenspace
00 Issued for design freeze NM 18Jul1
Revision Description Drawn Date
400m RESIDENTIAL BUFFER
FROM SPA (CHOBHAM COMMON)
Zone 5: Residential Development
M 3
EXISTING PEDESTRIAN SUBWAY
TO DERA SOUTH SITE
M 3
Area 6 - Amenity grass,
providing space for sport
pitches and a village green.
Zone 6: Central Open Space
Zone 7: Non-residential Development
Client's Name
Crest Nicholson / Aviva
St Catherine's Court
46-48 Portsmouth Roa
Guildford GU2 4DU
T +44 (0)1483 568686
F +44 (0)1483 575830
W scottbrownrigg.com
Job Title
DERA North Site
SHBC
CHOBHAM LANE
RBC
Area 7 - More ornamental style
of landscaping, including shrub
planting, street trees and a water
feature at the main entrance.
Scale
1:2500@A2
0 100
Drawing title
Scale
50 150m
Illustrative masterplan for outl
application
N
1 : 1250 @ A0
metres 25 50 75 100
Job No
14610
Drawing No
DR-301-255
Status
PRELIMINARY
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