Colchester City Council Preferred Options Local Plan Regulation 18 Consultation 2025

Please refer to submitted representation.
The Site at land north of the A120 Coggeshall Road is a suitable and deliverable site for housing
development. It is strategically positioned along the A120 in close proximity to Marks Tey railway
station.
5.2 The Site is within a strategic location adjacent to the A120 and within reasonable walking distance
of the railway station ensuring excellent connectivity. Early delivery of approximately 130 homes
would provide a strong signal of confidence in the wider allocation (PP18), demonstrating that the
Garden Village concept is achievable and can be phased without prejudice to the long-term
masterplan.
5.3 A scheme can be developed for the Site which will ensure that where possible existing trees will be
retained, particularly those along the western and eastern boundaries of the Site. Areas of open
space can be incorporated, including play spaces and informal spaces. Bringing forward the Site
initially will contribute positively to housing supply at a time when Colchester’s five-year land supply
is marginal, and supports the plan-led approach by addressing immediate housing needs while
remaining consistent with the broader vision for the Marks Tey Growth Area.
5.4 A pre-application request has been undertaken (ref. 251337) and work is underway on a planning
application for the Site. Technical work has been undertaken that our client would be willing to
engage with the Council on as part of the Local Plan process.
5.5 In summary, the Site is suitable, available, and achievable within the plan period. Its early delivery
would strengthen Colchester’s housing trajectory, provide tangible community benefits, and
underpin the credibility of the wider allocation. This representation therefore supports Policy PP18
subject to the recommended refinements, ensuring flexibility, clarity, and deliverability across the
plan period.