52 WEST WORCESTERCategory Sub-topic SEEDA Checklist requirement The Waterfront Hangars East and Hangars WestCompetitivebusinessTo attract inward investment frombusinesses and organisations from outsidethe immediate area to increase economicwell beingProvision of an employment-led mix of uses across the site, which focuseson the aviation and marine industries. Enhancement of marine employment,particularly due to the site’s proximity and direct access to the <strong>Solent</strong>BusinessBusinessopportunitiesEmploymentTo improve the connectivity andcommunication between differentbusinesses to enhance viabilityTo create additional permanent jobs withinthe local areaTo ensure that the development contributesto regeneration initiativesThe <strong>masterplan</strong> proposes the conversion of the Wardroom forinstitutional purposes and combined with the mixed use refurbishmentat Barracks Square this has the potential for shared meeting/conference/administrative facilities which could benefit different businesses andcreate linksThe <strong>masterplan</strong> makes provision for a substantial amount of employmentfloorspace which could generate a significant number of jobs for thelocal area. This could act as a catalyst for the regeneration and long termviability of existing employment use on siteProvision of skills, training and educational facilities linked to thespecialist employment sectors on-site, should be consideredRetention and strengthening of existing aviation activity on the site,making best use of the airfield and its potential to attract long-term inwardinvestment and additional employment usesBusinesstypesTo provide space for all business types, bothstart up or expanding, to maintain a diverseand flexible business sector within the area,and provide for facilities for future growthFlexible employment space provided in mixed use areas to allow for longterm flexibility. Retained or converted hangars have the potential to besubdividedCreation of centres of excellence and the development of otheremployment sectors such as innovation, composites, high-tech industriesand environmental technologiesPromotingcommunitynetworks andinteractionTo avoid detrimental effects upon thesurrounding community and highlightissues that the development must addressFull range of studies to be carried out prior to application. The <strong>masterplan</strong> sets out a design strategy for opening up the site for wider community benefit.The mix of uses provided on site strengthen the employment base of the area and are complimentary to the future economic sustainability of the areaCommunityInvolvementin decisionmakingTo promote community involvement in thedesign of the development to ensure theirneeds, ideas and knowledge are taken intoaccount to improve the quality and acceptabilityof the developmentComprehensive consultation strategy has been carried out to date. <strong>Daedalus</strong> website providing information on latest project news and proposalsSupportingpublic services,social economyand communitystructureTo encourage sustainable lifestyles and helpintegration into the local communityProvision of community facilities in the mixed use Barrack Square development. Unique provision of recreational aviation activitiesPedestrian, cycle and then Public transport promoted as attractive alternatives to private car useCommunityManagementTo ensure that community facilities aremaintained and community has sense ofownershipPotential MUSCO can explore a model to deliver financial benefits to the new community and encourage involvement in management issues.To ensure the most effective and efficientuse of land, applying a sequential approachLarge number of existing building stock refurbished. New build to increasethe intensity of development on siteAirfield and strategic gap areas are proposed as landscape amenity andpotential source of renewable energy.Efficient useof landTo ensure the most effective and efficientuse of landTo ensure effective re-use of apt buildingsInsulation, building fabric and energy provision of refurbished buildingsto meet the required CfSH standards (or relevant BREEAM standards) tofuture proof these buildingsInsulation, building fabric and energy provision of refurbished buildingsto meet the required CfSH standards (or relevant BREEAM standards) tofuture proof these buildingsDesignprocessTo ensure that the preparation of astatement of design intent, that is informedby studies of the site and its surroundings, isdiscussed with the appropriate parties priorto finalisationStatutory consultation carried out to date before production of Supplementary Planning Document, and future planning applicationTo ensure that the landscaping schemeis attractive and appropriate to the localenvironmentThe landscaping strategy proposes to reinstate historic formal gardensand enhance setting of Westcliffe house / Wardroom environs. Species toconsider the local climatePositive and productive use of the strategic gapTo achieve visual and physical connectivitythat makes it easy to find the developmentand to navigate aroundThe <strong>masterplan</strong> retains a strong visual link with the waterfront and accesspoints . Existing buildings are retained as visual landmarks that reflect theheritage of the siteExisting buildings are retained as visual landmarks that reflect the heritageof the site.To make pedestrian movement attractiveand safe, reducing reliance upon private carsfor local journeysPedestrian priority and a clear street hierarchy with safe pedestrian routes to existing services and bus stops, potential for a new route through the site toserve residential and employment areasForm ofdevelopmentTo create a place with a clear identity that iseasy to understand and navigateTo ensure that building frontages encouragepedestrian usage of streets contributing tovitalityExisting layout and heritage features used as part of a clear street hierarchywith distinct neighbourhoods to assist wayfindingGround floor active edges with street frontagesRetention of aviation hangars and MARTSU Building to preserve settingand character of hangar areasGround floor active edges with street frontages. Clear signage regardingaccess restrictions on the airfield / in hangar areasPlacemakingTo create defensible spaces that clearlydefine public and private spacesClearly defined fronts and backs to define the public realmTo ensure that the development respondsto local character whilst reinforcing its ownidentityRefurbishment of existing buildings retains the heritage and character ofthe site and will give the neighbourhood a strong identityRetention of aviation hangars and MARTSU Building to preserve settingand character of hangar areas.Open spaceTo ensure access to high quality publicgreen space for allTo promote outdoor recreation, health andcommunity interactionStreet tree planting and comprehensive landscaping of the site to provide avariety of formal and informal public open spacesProvision of informal public opens space and a network of direct, safe andattractive routes to the waterfront as a recreational assetProvision of informal public opens space and a network of direct, safe andattractive routes to the waterfront and open spaces of the strategic gap asa recreational asset. Unique opportunity to enjoy recreational aviationactivitiesAdaptabilityTo ensure that new buildings can be adaptedto the demands of new usesRobust built forms with flexible internal layouts (including new employment uses and aviation hangars). Energy efficient envelopesInclusivecommunitiesTo prevent social inequalities and foster asocially inclusive communityTo attract a diverse new community that reflectsthe surrounding demographic trendsMix of dwelling types and tenures to be determined at detailed design stages in accordance with local planning policyMix of dwelling types and tenure to meet local housing need (to be demonstrated at detailed design stages and agreed with LA)CrimeTo apply design principles to increase thesecurity of the developmentThe <strong>masterplan</strong> proposes a mix of uses to encourage activity across the siteacross the day. Secured By Design principles to be satisfied and detailedproposals discussed with the local Architectural Liaison OfficerThe <strong>masterplan</strong> proposes a mix of uses to encourage activity across the siteacross the day. Secured By Design principles to be satisfied and detailedproposals for residential, employment, hangars and airfield areas to bediscussed with the local Architectural Liaison OfficerStreetlighting /pollutionTo ensure that street lighting is as energyefficient as possible and to minimise lightspillageDetailed design of new mixed use, employment, and hangar areas to consider the impact of lighting on surrounding residential uses and public spacesMinimisation of lighting and light spillage in ecologically sensitive areasTo ensure that the security lighting is aSecuritylightingcarefully designed element, installed withdue consideration of its suitability for thetask and its effect on neighbours and theenvironment
WEST WORCESTER537.0CONCLUSION<strong>Daedalus</strong> offers a unique andexciting opportunity for a sustainable,high quality mixed-use development withfar-reaching benefits for the <strong>Solent</strong> area.The site has great potential to be a catalystfor growth and deliver much neededemployment opportunities.This report demonstrates the substantialprogress that has been made over the last 12months towards realising the potential ofthe site.The intention is that SEEDA will continueto work with FBC and GBC to developdetailed planning guidance on the natureof development on the site, providingcertainty for potential developers on whatis acceptable in terms of design and useand therefore increasing the potential forapplications to be dealt with swiftly.
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