Homes England and Summix have confirmed that two outline planning applications for Wychavon Town have been validated by Wychavon District Council. The applications relate to the proposed new settlement, covering the town centre and a southern neighbourhood.
Validation allows the applications to be formally considered by the Council and marks the start of the statutory consultation process with statutory consultees and the public.
The proposals seek consent for up to 5,500 homes alongside a purpose-built town centre, employment and mixed-use development, education and healthcare facilities, green and blue infrastructure, and integrated transport and active travel connections. It forms a significant part of the proposed allocation for 10,000 homes in the South Worcestershire Development Plan Review.
Ben Frodsham, Head of Planning and Enabling at Homes England, said:
The submission of outline planning applications for 5,500 new homes, a new town centre and supporting infrastructure is a significant milestone in the delivery of Wychavon Town. It represents many years of collaboration with our partners Summix, the local councils, and Worcestershire County Council. This is an important step towards delivering a high-quality new settlement that will help meet housing needs over the next 40 years.
Peter Bateman, Planning Director at Summix, added:
These two outline applications represent a pivotal moment in moving from plan- making to delivery. Together they establish a comprehensive framework for a new settlement at Worcestershire Parkway, now known as Wychavon Town, and demonstrate our long-term commitment, alongside Homes England, to delivering a sustainable, economically productive and well-connected new community.
Homes England and Summix will continue to work closely with Wychavon District Council, Worcestershire County Council and key stakeholders throughout the determination process.
