The Old Rye Road

Project Overview

Featuring nine detached dwellings, The Old Rye Road is an approved residential development. The site is situated outside the built boundary of the village of Brooklands in Kent and was not listed on the local plan.

Challenges and Strategy

We leveraged new Government policy on self-build registers, which mandates that Local Authorities provide self-build sites. The scheme was submitted as a hybrid application, detailing site access, highways, and the maximum number of dwellings while allowing for flexibility in the design of the individual homes. This hybrid approach facilitated self and custom builders in finalizing dwelling designs independently.

Outcome

The application included a comprehensive ‘Design Guide’ to safeguard the development’s quality, outlining materials and building parameters. This ensured cohesive and high-quality design across all new dwellings. The proposal received approval, paving the way for an innovative self-build community.