WHLandscape | Projects | Landscape Architecture and Arboriculture

Torberry House

1/5/2017

WHLandscape were appointed by Southern Planning Practice Ltd to undertake a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) for a replacement dwelling at Torberry House, West Harting, West Sussex, located within the South Downs National Park. The proposals involved the construction of a replacement dwelling and a new garage with above accommodation on 0.2 hectare of garden land, with an additional 1.5 hectare of land for landscape enhancement.

The site is prominent in both close and long-distance views due to its location on an elevated ridgeline. Therefore, it was imperative to ensure that enhancements to the landscape setting of the house were provided so that the development could be integrated into the rural character of the National Park.

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Bowden’s Lane Quarry

1/4/2017

WHLandscape were appointed by Lovell Stone Group Ltd to undertake a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) for the proposed extension of an existing Blue Lias limestone quarry on land off Bowden’s Lane, Langport, Somerset. The proposals involved a 2 hectare extension to the existing quarry, comprising the excavation of approximately 1.5 hectares of site, in addition to the construction of a 230m haul road to serve as the quarry access.

Once the initial LVIA had been undertaken, WHLandscape were able to develop a comprehensive mitigation strategy that not only lessened the impact of the proposals, but also allowed for the site to be reinstated at the completion of on-site quarrying operations without any adverse residual effects.

The strategy focused on the creation of a bund around the site, using topsoil and subsoil from the quarry extension, as well as the strategic planting of trees in the wider landscape to break up views of the quarry but not impede the restoration process.

Once the initial LVIA had been undertaken, WHLandscape were able to develop a comprehensive mitigation strategy that not only lessened the impact of the proposals, but also allowed for the site to be reinstated at the completion of on-site quarrying operations without any adverse residual effects. The strategy focused on the creation of a bund around the site, using topsoil and subsoil from the quarry extension, as well as the strategic planting of trees in the wider landscape to break up views of the quarry but not impede the restoration process.

Following discussions with the Local Planning Authority in respect of refining the mitigation strategy, the application was approved and WHLandscape were subsequently appointed by Lovell Stone Group Ltd. to produce a Phasing Plan for the on-site quarrying operations.

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Bromham House Farm

1/2/2017

WHLandscape were appointed by Michael Goff of Agricultural Planning, Design & Project Management to undertake a tree survey, tree constraints plan, and an Arboricultural Impact Assessment in respect of a proposed access track for a new development at Bromham House Farm, Wiltshire. The route of the proposed track cut through an existing woodland block and also potentially affected several veteran trees.

The report focused on the overall condition of the trees, corrective works that were required, and the Root Protection Areas needed to ensure that the track would not adversely affect the trees’ health and longevity either during construction or operation.

It was found that the majority of trees surveyed were poor quality specimens, with many of the semi-mature trees within the wooded block having poor

misshapen crowns and structural defects due to their competition for light and space and limited past management.

It was found that the majority of trees surveyed were poor quality specimens, with many of the semi-mature trees within the wooded block having poor misshapen crowns and structural defects due to their competition for light and space and limited past management. Recommendations were made for the selective felling of several trees to allow the best specimens to grow on. A minor re-routing of the track was also recommended to accommodate the veteran trees.

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700 Woolwich Road, Greenwich

1/10/2016

WHLandscape were appointed by Madura Ltd to produce design proposals for the courtyard garden and green roofs associated with the new residential apartment block at 700, Woolwich Road. The design brief for the project was to create an area of high ecological and landscape value, to enhance the local ecology and enhance the setting of the building.

A key requirement of the project was to achieve Level 4 in the Code for Sustainable Homes, with the proposals put forward by WHLandscape being required to gain credits in respect of land use and ecology. This presented a challenge as there were three separate green roofs and the proposed courtyard garden area was in heavy shade. Additionally, each green roof had its own purpose; an intensive green roof; a green roof to be designed alongside solar pv arrays, and a publicly accessible green roof.

WHLandscape developed their design proposals around the Code for Sustainable Homes Ecology criteria and the GRO Green Roof Code, with a focus on creating ecologically diverse schemes that responded to their unique locations.

Following the production of a detailed Landscape Implementation and Management Plan for the proposals, and their subsequent review by a Sustainability Consultant and Ecologist, WHLandscape gained six out of a possible seven credits available for land use and ecology.

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Rabley Wood

1/7/2016

WHLandscape were appointed by Manton Estate to undertake a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) for the proposed residential development of an area of land off Rabley Wood View, Marlborough, Wiltshire, located within the North Wessex Downs AONB. The proposals involved the construction of 39 dwellings and associated infrastructure and additional compensatory open space on adjacent land owned by the applicant.

In addition to undertaking the LVIA, WHLandscape were involved in the strategic layout of the site, providing arboricultural advice in respect of establishing root protection areas, and developing strategies to allow for the effective use of the site with minimal impact on existing vegetation.

While the application was submitted to the planning committee with a recommendation of approval from Planning Officers, the application was refused at Planning Committee. WHLandscape were instructed to produce an appeal statement against the refusal. Subsequently the decision was overturned and the appeal allowed, with the Inspector fully agreeing with the case put forward by WHLandscape.

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Willersey Public Inquiry

1/1/2016

WHLandscape were appointed by Cotswold District Council to act as expert witness on landscape matters for the Public Inquiry into the refusal of a residential development of up to 71 dwellings on agricultural land, in the countryside, beyond the western edge of the village of Willersey, located within the Cotswolds AONB.

The proposal represented a major development within the AONB, and presented significant landscape and visual issues in respect of irreversible harm to the landscape and visual qualities of the AONB and wider countryside. Furthermore, the peripheral position of the appeal site within the AONB meant that sensitivity of the site as a transitional landscape was also a key consideration at the Inquiry.

Ultimately the Inspector agreed with the case put forward by WHLandscape and the appeal was dismissed.

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Hillside Way

1/7/2013

WHLandscape were appointed by Hills UK Ltd. to undertake a Landscape and Visual Assessment (LVIA) for a housing development of 61 units on 2.95 hectare of land at Blunsdon, alongside the A419 and close to the urban edge of Swindon. The topography of the site and its surrounding suggested that the site would be prominent. However, the urban context of the site and dense tree cover to the north means that it is actually well contained.

The LVIA was undertaken at an early stage in the planning process to help guide the site layout and ascertain the developable area. An indicative landscape strategy for the boundary planting was submitted with the LVIA to ensure that the development could be integrated into its surrounding context and provide landscape and ecological enhancement.

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Ealing Broadway Interchange, Haven Green

1/3/2012

WHLandscape were appointed by the London Borough of Ealing to produce a tree management plan and landscape enhancement strategy for the Ealing Broadway Interchange, Haven Green. The proposals were required to undertaken in conjunction with the redevelopment Ealing Broadway Interchange, which would see the improvement of commuter services at the site.

The proposals developed by WHLandscape focused on the protection and management of the existing mature trees at and adjoining Haven Green, in conjunction with a comprehensive scheme of new planting to enhance its character while retaining its primary use as an area of public open space. New tree planting focused on using species to replicate the original Victorian planting, well as using some native species to complement the remnant native trees from the period when Ealing was a village outside London.

The recommended tree works have been undertaken and planting scheme has been partially implemented. However, part of Haven Green is currently in use as a Crossrail works compound, and therefore the work cannot be completed until the compound is removed and the ground made good.

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