Summary Benefits

The delivery and occupation of new homes will generate economic benefits during both construction and the longer-term operational phase.
Construction will create jobs and support the supply chain through demand for labour, materials and services. It will also increase local spending, both directly through the development and indirectly through expenditure by those employed on the project.
In the longer term, high-quality housing will support the local economy and help existing businesses grow.

Providing residents and the wider community with access to attractive green open spaces is a key priority.
The proposed outline layout includes several green spaces, including a new playground within the central green corridor. This will connect north to the improved circular woodland trail and south to the existing public footpath leading to the village.
Smaller open spaces will also extend into the development and include new tree and hedge planting.
In the south of the Site, a series of Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) features will be integrated into the existing planted perimeter buffer.

Roddy New Homes is committed to creating greener, healthier homes for everyone.
At the detailed design stage, the development will adopt a fabric-first approach to improve the homes’ thermal performance and energy efficiency. Every home will include EV charging plus energy- and water-efficient appliances. In line with current Building Regulations, homes will also be fitted with air-source heat pumps or solar panels.
The buildings will create an attractive, durable development that meets modern needs and makes a positive contribution to the area.

Section 106 planning obligations applied by Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council will secure financial contributions towards local infrastructure, including primary, secondary and special educational provision.