{"id":279,"date":"2025-04-04T00:13:10","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T23:13:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/buntingfordwest.co.uk\/?page_id=279"},"modified":"2026-03-20T10:46:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T10:46:57","slug":"the-approved-development","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/index.php\/the-approved-development\/","title":{"rendered":"The Proposed Development"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kb-row-layout-id279_420418-28 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id279_420418-28 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id279_420418-28 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:64px;padding-right:300px;padding-bottom:24px;padding-left:300px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id279_420418-28 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 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.aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column279_6958f1-55 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column279_6958f1-55{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column279_6958f1-55 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column279_6958f1-55 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column279_6958f1-55\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id279_bd8837-78 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id279_bd8837-78 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id279_bd8837-78 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-lg, 4rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id279_bd8837-78 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id279_bd8837-78 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id279_bd8837-78 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id279_bd8837-78 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column279_e3975b-ee > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);}.kadence-column279_e3975b-ee > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column279_e3975b-ee > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column279_e3975b-ee > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column279_e3975b-ee > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column279_e3975b-ee > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column279_e3975b-ee > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column279_e3975b-ee{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column279_e3975b-ee > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column279_e3975b-ee > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column279_e3975b-ee\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e09b49-50, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e09b49-50[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e09b49-50\"]{font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-md, 1.25rem);font-style:normal;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e09b49-50 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e09b49-50[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e09b49-50\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e09b49-50 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e09b49-50[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e09b49-50\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h5 id=\"site\" class=\"kt-adv-heading279_e09b49-50 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e09b49-50\">The Site &amp; Surrounding Area<\/h5>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3d7fa-f8, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3d7fa-f8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d3d7fa-f8\"]{font-style:normal;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3d7fa-f8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3d7fa-f8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d3d7fa-f8\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3d7fa-f8 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3d7fa-f8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d3d7fa-f8\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_d3d7fa-f8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d3d7fa-f8\">Oakley is a well-established village identified in the Bedford Borough Local Plan 2030 as a \u2018Rural Service Centre\u2019. This means it is recognised as a sustainable and appropriate location for new homes.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_76ce77-12, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_76ce77-12[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_76ce77-12\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_76ce77-12 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_76ce77-12[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_76ce77-12\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_76ce77-12 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_76ce77-12[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_76ce77-12\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_76ce77-12 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_76ce77-12\">The site extends to approximately 1.8 hectares. It is well contained by existing features, including the Midland Mainline railway, established hedgerows along Station Road, nearby sports pitches associated with Lincroft School, existing alms-houses and a recent housing development. To the north is Oakley Park, a small commercial area within former railway buildings and associated yard space. The site is currently accessed via a gated agricultural entrance at its north-west corner.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e1bc96-72, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e1bc96-72[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e1bc96-72\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e1bc96-72 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e1bc96-72[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e1bc96-72\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e1bc96-72 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e1bc96-72[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e1bc96-72\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_e1bc96-72 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e1bc96-72\">The site is not within or next to a Conservation Area. A small group of Grade II listed former station buildings lies to the north, currently in commercial use, and we will seek to ensure that the proposals will not harm their setting. There are no significant environmental designations affecting the site. It contains no Tree Preservation Orders or Public Rights of Way, is not within a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and is not designated as an area of landscape value.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_99115f-dd, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_99115f-dd[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_99115f-dd\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_99115f-dd mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_99115f-dd[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_99115f-dd\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_99115f-dd img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_99115f-dd[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_99115f-dd\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_99115f-dd wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_99115f-dd\">The site is located within Flood Zone 1, meaning it is at low risk of river flooding, and there is no known surface water flow path crossing the land. It is also not within a mineral safeguarding area. Overall, the site represents a sustainable and well-contained location for residential development.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image279_48e366-93.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image279_48e366-93 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:220px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image279_48e366-93.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image279_48e366-93 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image279_48e366-93 figure{max-width:220px;}.kb-image279_48e366-93 .image-is-svg, .kb-image279_48e366-93 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image279_48e366-93 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image279_48e366-93\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/aerial.png\" class=\"kb-advanced-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"685\" height=\"774\" src=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/aerial.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/aerial.png 685w, https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/aerial-266x300.png 266w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 685px) 100vw, 685px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column279_a77f33-63 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column279_a77f33-63 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column279_a77f33-63 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column279_a77f33-63 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column279_a77f33-63 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column279_a77f33-63 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column279_a77f33-63{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column279_a77f33-63 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column279_a77f33-63 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column279_a77f33-63\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8b48b7-9b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8b48b7-9b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_8b48b7-9b\"]{font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-md, 1.25rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8b48b7-9b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8b48b7-9b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_8b48b7-9b\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8b48b7-9b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8b48b7-9b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_8b48b7-9b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h5 id=\"proposed\" class=\"kt-adv-heading279_8b48b7-9b wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_8b48b7-9b\">Proposed Development<\/h5>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_12a2fb-06, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_12a2fb-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_12a2fb-06\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_12a2fb-06 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_12a2fb-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_12a2fb-06\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_12a2fb-06 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_12a2fb-06[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_12a2fb-06\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_12a2fb-06 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_12a2fb-06\">Our draft proposals include 40 new homes, including affordable housing. The scheme has been designed to comply with the \u2018Design Brief\u2019 for the site in the Oakley Neighbourhood Plan, and this has shaped the proposals for the site.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_ce31da-98, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_ce31da-98[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_ce31da-98\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_ce31da-98 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_ce31da-98[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_ce31da-98\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_ce31da-98 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_ce31da-98[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_ce31da-98\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_ce31da-98 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_ce31da-98\">Access will be taken from a new roundabout junction off Station Road, which has already been approved through the earlier outline planning permission.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_4135c0-bd, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_4135c0-bd[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_4135c0-bd\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_4135c0-bd mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_4135c0-bd[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_4135c0-bd\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_4135c0-bd img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_4135c0-bd[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_4135c0-bd\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_4135c0-bd wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_4135c0-bd\">The homes are arranged around a single main road through the site, designed so it can be adoptable by Bedford Borough Council. A turning head is included to allow refuse and emergency vehicles to safely manoeuvre.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_7f6903-96, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_7f6903-96[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_7f6903-96\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_7f6903-96 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_7f6903-96[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_7f6903-96\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_7f6903-96 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_7f6903-96[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_7f6903-96\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_7f6903-96 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_7f6903-96\">All properties meet garden depth and separation standards to ensure privacy. Each home will have bin storage, secure cycle storage and private parking in accordance with Bedford Borough Council\u2019s parking standards. In addition, 16 parking spaces will be provided for visitors..<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_57a53d-93, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_57a53d-93[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_57a53d-93\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_57a53d-93 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_57a53d-93[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_57a53d-93\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_57a53d-93 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_57a53d-93[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_57a53d-93\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_57a53d-93 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_57a53d-93\">Two areas of public open space are proposed. The northern area will include a 240m\u00b2 equipped natural play space, while a further area of open space will be located in the south next to the proposed drainage basin. Together, these spaces total 665m\u00b2 and have been positioned to be safe, accessible and naturally overlooked by nearby homes.&nbsp; They will be accessible to both new and existing residents of Oakley.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a8a25c-a6, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a8a25c-a6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_a8a25c-a6\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a8a25c-a6 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a8a25c-a6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_a8a25c-a6\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a8a25c-a6 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a8a25c-a6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_a8a25c-a6\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_a8a25c-a6 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_a8a25c-a6\">A new cycle path is proposed along the western boundary next to Station Road, positioned inside the retained hedgerow. This will create a new safe and attractive route for cyclists who will be able to utilise the new crossing point to be installed on Station Road.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8baf1a-ea, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8baf1a-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_8baf1a-ea\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8baf1a-ea mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8baf1a-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_8baf1a-ea\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8baf1a-ea img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_8baf1a-ea[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_8baf1a-ea\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_8baf1a-ea wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_8baf1a-ea\">The homes will generally be two storeys in height, with some bungalows included. They are proposed in a simple, traditional style using red brick to reflect the character of the surrounding area, including nearby recent developments such as Grange Close.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_70a511-2e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_70a511-2e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_70a511-2e\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_70a511-2e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_70a511-2e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_70a511-2e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_70a511-2e img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_70a511-2e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_70a511-2e\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_70a511-2e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_70a511-2e\">In accordance with the \u2018Site Design Brief\u2019 the development will provide a mix of 2, 3 and 4-bedroom homes, including three 2-bedroom bungalows, offering a range of options for different household sizes. A proportion of homes will meet higher accessibility standards to ensure they are adaptable and suitable for residents with mobility needs. Active frontages are provided to public spaces and the public realm.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_185714-a2, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_185714-a2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_185714-a2\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_185714-a2 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_185714-a2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_185714-a2\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_185714-a2 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_185714-a2[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_185714-a2\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_185714-a2 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_185714-a2\">Existing hedgerows along Station Road and the railway boundary will be retained to maintain the site\u2019s green edges. An acoustic barrier will be installed along the eastern boundary to reduce noise from the railway and we are liaising with Network Rail on this.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_bad95e-be, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_bad95e-be[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_bad95e-be\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_bad95e-be mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_bad95e-be[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_bad95e-be\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_bad95e-be img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_bad95e-be[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_bad95e-be\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_bad95e-be wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_bad95e-be\">Additional planting will be introduced throughout the development, including along frontages and around parking areas, to create an attractive and well-landscaped setting.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e7400f-91, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e7400f-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e7400f-91\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e7400f-91 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e7400f-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e7400f-91\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e7400f-91 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_e7400f-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e7400f-91\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_e7400f-91 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_e7400f-91\">A large attenuation pond will be located in the south-west corner of the site to manage surface water during periods of heavy rainfall, to ensure that the risk of flooding elsewhere will not be increased.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image279_062a11-de.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image279_062a11-de .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:-253px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image279_062a11-de.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image279_062a11-de .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image279_062a11-de figure{max-width:-253px;}.kb-image279_062a11-de .image-is-svg, .kb-image279_062a11-de .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image279_062a11-de .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image279_062a11-de\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/260126-SE2446-SS5000B-Sketch-Scheme-Site-Plan.pdf\" class=\"kb-advanced-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"723\" height=\"687\" src=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/layourplan.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/layourplan.png 723w, https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/layourplan-300x285.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 723px) 100vw, 723px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image279_59a506-bc.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image279_59a506-bc .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:-469px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image279_59a506-bc.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image279_59a506-bc .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image279_59a506-bc figure{max-width:-469px;}.kb-image279_59a506-bc .image-is-svg, .kb-image279_59a506-bc .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image279_59a506-bc .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image279_59a506-bc\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/260206-SE2446-SS5001B-Sketch-Scheme-Example-House-Types.pdf\" class=\"kb-advanced-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1021\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/elevations.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/elevations.png 1021w, https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/elevations-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/elevations-768x401.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1021px) 100vw, 1021px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a6cccb-a7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a6cccb-a7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_a6cccb-a7\"]{text-align:left;font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-md, 1.25rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a6cccb-a7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a6cccb-a7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_a6cccb-a7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a6cccb-a7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_a6cccb-a7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_a6cccb-a7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 id=\"ecology\" class=\"kt-adv-heading279_a6cccb-a7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_a6cccb-a7\">Ecology<\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_53a368-ae, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_53a368-ae[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_53a368-ae\"]{text-align:left;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_53a368-ae mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_53a368-ae[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_53a368-ae\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_53a368-ae img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_53a368-ae[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_53a368-ae\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_53a368-ae wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_53a368-ae\">The ecological value of the site was assessed as part of the application and has been reviewed as part of the preparation of the reserved matters proposals. Overall, with the recommended mitigation in place, the development is expected to have a neutral or positive effect on local biodiversity.<br><br>An Ecological Statement has been prepared to assess the impact of the proposed development on wildlife. Surveys show that the site has very low value for species such as amphibians, reptiles, badgers, and rare plants, and no evidence of protected species was found.<br><br>Potential impacts on breeding birds can be avoided or reduced to neutral through measures such as retaining hedgerows, new native planting, timing works to avoid nesting seasons, and using sensitive lighting for bats. While bats may occasionally forage along hedgerows, there are no roosting opportunities on the site.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image279_afd4d8-b4.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .kb-image279_afd4d8-b4 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:-798px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image279_afd4d8-b4.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image279_afd4d8-b4 .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image279_afd4d8-b4 figure{max-width:-798px;}.kb-image279_afd4d8-b4 .image-is-svg, .kb-image279_afd4d8-b4 .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image279_afd4d8-b4 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image279_afd4d8-b4\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/B25051-100B-Sketch-Landscape-Strategy-Station-Road-Oakley.pdf\" class=\"kb-advanced-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"791\" height=\"823\" src=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/landscapeimg.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-739\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/landscapeimg.png 791w, https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/landscapeimg-288x300.png 288w, https:\/\/stationroadoakley.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/landscapeimg-768x799.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 791px) 100vw, 791px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_82046c-4d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_82046c-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_82046c-4d\"]{font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-md, 1.25rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_82046c-4d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_82046c-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_82046c-4d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_82046c-4d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_82046c-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_82046c-4d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 id=\"highways\" class=\"kt-adv-heading279_82046c-4d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_82046c-4d\">Highways<\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_aa8b60-64, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_aa8b60-64[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_aa8b60-64\"]{text-align:left;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_aa8b60-64 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_aa8b60-64[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_aa8b60-64\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_aa8b60-64 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_aa8b60-64[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_aa8b60-64\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_aa8b60-64 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_aa8b60-64\">Access to the site will be taken from Station Road via a raised mini-roundabout junction, connecting with Reynes Drive. This access arrangement was approved as part of the earlier outline planning permission and has not changed.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_eda795-9e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_eda795-9e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_eda795-9e\"]{text-align:left;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_eda795-9e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_eda795-9e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_eda795-9e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_eda795-9e img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_eda795-9e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_eda795-9e\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_eda795-9e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_eda795-9e\">As part of the earlier approval, a number of off-site improvements were agreed. These include a new zebra crossing approximately 110 metres south of the site access and the relocation of the southbound bus stop on Station Road.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_b8ed81-c4, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_b8ed81-c4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_b8ed81-c4\"]{text-align:left;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_b8ed81-c4 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_b8ed81-c4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_b8ed81-c4\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_b8ed81-c4 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_b8ed81-c4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_b8ed81-c4\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_b8ed81-c4 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_b8ed81-c4\">Within the site, the road layout has been designed so that it can be adopted as a public highway by Bedford Borough Council. A 3-metre-wide cycle path will run along the western boundary, linking the site access to the southern edge of the development and connecting it to the proposed zebra crossing.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_6f5301-22, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_6f5301-22[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_6f5301-22\"]{text-align:left;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_6f5301-22 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_6f5301-22[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_6f5301-22\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_6f5301-22 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_6f5301-22[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_6f5301-22\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_6f5301-22 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_6f5301-22\">Parking will be provided in line with Bedford Borough Council\u2019s standards, including 16 dedicated visitor spaces. All homes will have driveway parking, and cycle storage will be provided within garden sheds.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3193f-44, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3193f-44[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d3193f-44\"]{font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-md, 1.25rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3193f-44 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3193f-44[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d3193f-44\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3193f-44 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d3193f-44[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d3193f-44\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 id=\"floodrisk\" class=\"kt-adv-heading279_d3193f-44 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d3193f-44\">Flood Risk\/Drainage<\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d046db-cb, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d046db-cb[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d046db-cb\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d046db-cb mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d046db-cb[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d046db-cb\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d046db-cb img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_d046db-cb[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d046db-cb\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_d046db-cb wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_d046db-cb\">A detailed Flood Risk Assessment and outline drainage strategy were submitted and approved as part of the earlier outline planning permission. The current Reserved Matters layout follows the same principles and does not change the overall flood risk conclusions. Some details in the drainage strategy have been updated to reflect the more detailed layout of the site, making more efficient use of the land.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_257d01-bf, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_257d01-bf[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_257d01-bf\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_257d01-bf mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_257d01-bf[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_257d01-bf\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_257d01-bf img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_257d01-bf[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_257d01-bf\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_257d01-bf wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_257d01-bf\">The attenuation basin is proposed in the south-west corner of the site, which is the lowest point, allowing surface water to flow naturally by gravity to the discharge point in the south-east corner, as previously approved. This results in a drainage system that responds to the site\u2019s levels and the refined layout.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_5090a6-5e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_5090a6-5e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_5090a6-5e\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_5090a6-5e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_5090a6-5e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_5090a6-5e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_5090a6-5e img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_5090a6-5e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_5090a6-5e\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_5090a6-5e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_5090a6-5e\">Permeable paving will be used where appropriate to help manage surface water at source, and underground drainage crates will be installed beneath part of the public open space to support the overall drainage solution.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_1dd584-de, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_1dd584-de[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_1dd584-de\"]{font-size:var(--global-kb-font-size-md, 1.25rem);font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_1dd584-de mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_1dd584-de[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_1dd584-de\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_1dd584-de img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_1dd584-de[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_1dd584-de\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 id=\"noise\" class=\"kt-adv-heading279_1dd584-de wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_1dd584-de\">Noise<\/h3>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_cd1cf5-80, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_cd1cf5-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_cd1cf5-80\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_cd1cf5-80 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_cd1cf5-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_cd1cf5-80\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_cd1cf5-80 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading279_cd1cf5-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_cd1cf5-80\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading279_cd1cf5-80 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading279_cd1cf5-80\">A Noise Assessment has been carried out as part of the proposals. It shows evidence that, with the inclusion of an acoustic fence along the eastern boundary and suitable double glazing on the homes, there will be no detrimental noise impact on future residents. This ensures the development complies with Local Plan policies on creating a safe and comfortable living environment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id279_e62211-ce > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id279_e62211-ce > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id279_e62211-ce > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id279_e62211-ce > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id279_e62211-ce > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id279_e62211-ce > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id279_e62211-ce alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column279_d677b0-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column279_d677b0-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column279_d677b0-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column279_d677b0-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column279_d677b0-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column279_d677b0-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column279_d677b0-60{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column279_d677b0-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column279_d677b0-60 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column279_d677b0-60\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column279_f60e38-6b > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column279_f60e38-6b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column279_f60e38-6b > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column279_f60e38-6b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column279_f60e38-6b > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column279_f60e38-6b > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column279_f60e38-6b{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column279_f60e38-6b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column279_f60e38-6b > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column279_f60e38-6b\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Site &amp; Surrounding Area Oakley is a well-established village identified in the Bedford Borough Local Plan 2030 as a \u2018Rural Service Centre\u2019. 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