# Site Table

Site Description:
Vast expanse of arable farm land with a number of derelict farm buildings across the site.

HBC Enginners Comments:
On all new housing development above one unit, it will be a requirement to incorporate SuDS into all sites. The Council would then have a responsibility to approve, adopt and maintain these SuDS features including any associated underground pipework etc. Therefore for each of SHLAA sites, SuDS will be a requirement for surface water drainage.

EA Other Comments:
Principal Aquifers and Source Protection Zones 
A number of the potential housing sites are located within a Principal Aquifer and Source Protection Zone. These sites are as follows: 1, 9, 10, 23, 24, 25, 44, 63, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 76, 77, 78, 79, 81 and 82. Development within these areas will need to be properly assessed in order to ensure it will not adversely impact this designation or the abstraction it is designed to protect. 
Source Protection Zones are areas of groundwater which are particular sensitivity to pollution risks due to the closeness of a drinking water source and how groundwater flows. Appropriate pollution prevention measures will need to be undertaken if any of these sites are allocated for housing development.

North:
Arable land with a bridal way and public footpath adjacent.

Topography Details:
Undulating land but it could be accommodated for, it's not steep or unmanageable in design terms.

Surface Water Details:
Some standing water on site but minimal.

Trees & Planting Details:
Various trees and hedges across the site but they can be designed in.

Other Details:
Telegraph lines across the western side of the site.

HBC Heritage Comments:
This is a large green field site on the edge of Hart.  Work has been carried out by community groups to identify assets which are significant to the community in this area and these are recorded on the HER.  Development of this site has the potential to impact directly on the setting of these assets identified by the community and the wider Hart Village which includes six designated heritage assets and six heritage assets.  Prior to any development taking place a full assessment would need to be made of the impact on these assets.

TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a very large Greenfield site on the outskirts of the Anglo-Saxon and medieval settlement at Hart.  Archaeological remains have previously been recorded in the eastern part of the site.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).  The development lies in close proximity to the Scheduled Monuments of Hart Manor House and Medieval Fishponds.  The impact on the setting of designated heritage assets will require further assessment (NPPF 132).

HBC Ecological Details:
Potential for SPA birds on large areas of permanent grassland needs investigating
EA - Our records show that there could be great crested newts situated within sites 1, 43, 44, 100, 101 and 108.

Natural England Comments:
Avoiding Best and Most Versatile Agricultural Land
Land quality varies from place to place. Information on Best and Most Versatile Agricultural land
(grades 1,2 and 3 a) is available from the Agricultural Land Classification (ALC) .ALC maps are
available on the MAGIC website. Not all land has been surveyed in detail and more detailed field
survey may be required to inform decisions about specific sites. Further information is available here
ALC.

RSPB Comments:
The RSPB recognise the importance of new housing provision to the Hartlepool
and national economy, however, further consideration is required to ensure new housing is sited in areas which are compatible with the continued protection of Hartlepool’s internationall
nationally significant wildlife populations.
A majority of the sites identified in the SHLAA consultation map are within 8km of the Teesmouth
and Cleveland Coast SPA. No reference is made within the Stage 4 Assessment spreadsheet of the
potential for these sites to result in adverse effects on the SPA through increased visitor numbers.
Screening of the Britmag Central (site 38) and Old Cemetery Road (site 39) sites include reference
to potential effects on the SPA, although only through displacement of birds from the SPA (oystercatcher) which have been observed using the sites.
It will be important for HRA and SEA/SA assessments to consider the potential cumulative effects of
the allocations, with other plans, projects and developments, including plans in adjacent Local
Authority areas.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Vast site so as a whole not suitable as its in an unsustainable location and would be unlikely to bring benefits to the borough as a whole and in particular the town centre.
Possible to develop some land but that should be limited to 10/15 dwellings as car use is highly likely and would thus add to the carbon footprint of the borough more so than if sustainable sites closer to the urban area were chosen. Hart has better sites such as the ones closer to Middle Warren.

Contamination Details:
Sites subject to detailed drainage design given site areas and conversion of predominantly Greenfield use to developed area. Areas should have a low contamination profile, however this can be determined at a later stage with PRA for each individual site.

Vehicular Access From:
New accesses and road upgrades would be necessary to deliver the whole site.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Possible to add to existing village footways.

Local Highway Details:
A179 is noisy and close to some of the site, beyond that the site could be classed as the rural area.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, new access onto A179 would be beneficial to amalgamate with existing Hart Village Access. Further access points would be required. Upgrade Palace Road footway required. The size of this site would have major implications for the wider highway network. Poor public transport links.

Highways Agency Comments:
Sites with the potential to impact at A19/A179. The A1/A179 junction at Sheraton has been subject to a significant degree of recent assessment by Hartlepool Borough Council, Durham County Council and the Agency working together, and there are a number of improvement schemes associated with committed development which it is expected will be implemented in the near future. Based on modelling undertaken, we would expect these schemes to provide sufficient capacity to address the likely quantum of housing development in Hartlepool over the short and medium term future. We would recommend that all sites having a significant affect at this junction should expect to produce a full transport assessment considering the impact upon the junction, taking into account all relevant committed development.

Water Services From:
No Available capacity in existing local mains offsite reinforcement required including pumping

Sewer Services From:
Need new - could be expensive.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

HBC Estates Comments:
HBC resolution to dispose has been agreed 19/5/2014

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Vast site, would take a long time to build out, no cost barriers to delivery identified at this stage so work could start in the short term.
Noise attenuation may have to be incorporated into the design along the south of the site.
Possibility of contributions to improve A179/A19 junction. HBC resolution to dispose has been agreed 19/5/2014.


Site Description:
Pastoral land rural greenfield surrounded by site 5 and 2 roads.

West:
Open countryside and access into the village.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Public Protection - Sandwiched between A179 and main access road into Hart village. Unsuitable due to traffic noise issues.

Trees & Planting Details:
Some planting on the site but its not a constraint.

HBC Heritage Comments:
This is a green field site on the edge of Hart.  Work has been carried out by community groups to identify assets which are significant to the community in this area and these are recorded on the HER.  Development of this site has the potential to impact directly on the setting of these assets identified by the community.

TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a Greenfield site on the outskirts of the Anglo-Saxon and medieval settlement at Hart.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Isolated site, isolated from main urban area and the village.
Lack of services.
A179 is a noisy and heavily trafficked road so does not assist in allowing a pleasant living environment. Not a suitable site overall.

Vehicular Access From:
Possible from the road running through the village.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, upgrade existing access road and junction onto A179. Upgrade Palace Road footway required.  The size of this site may have implications for the wider highway network. Poor public transport links.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No identified reasons as to why the site can to be delivered in the short term.


Character of Area:
Rural area, land between village and Nine Acres.

West:
Nine Acres and then the A179 and rural land beyond.

Topography Details:
Land slopes from road side down towards site one, but no major problem.

HBC Heritage Comments:
This is a green field site on the edge of Hart.  Work has been carried out by community groups to identify assets which are significant to the community in this area and these are recorded on the HER.  Development of this site has the potential to impact directly on the setting of these assets identified by the community and the wider Hart Village which includes six designated heritage assets and six heritage assets.  Prior to any development taking place a full assessment would need to be made of the impact on these assets.

HBC Ecological Details:
Stream on northern boundary would need suitable buffer

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Physically possible to develop the land. However would not advocate large scale development in the village, the village should appear to grown organically and sites should fit in to the village edge naturally. 10/15 dwellings may be appropriate but not 198, that would significantly destroy the character of the village and add a significant increase traffic.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Path runs along village road, cyclists would be on road.

Local Highway Details:
Village road is the main through road so most village traffic passes through it. The A179 is close and busy.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, upgrade existing access road and junction onto A179. Improvements along Palace Road footway required. The size of this site may have implications for the wider highway network. Poor public transport links.

Sewer Services From:
Need new

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No  reasons not to deliver the site in the early. If the whole site came forward it would build out over the medium time and some funding may be necessary for the A179/A19 junction improvements.


Site Description:
Farm land, flat green grass, arable land.

East:
Hart village.  Rear aspect of residential properties directly adjacent to site.

Topography Details:
Gently sloping down from south to  north

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Physically possible to build on but it’s a village location so lack of services and facilities so any growth should be limited to possibly 10/15 dwellings. This would ensure limited car use and a more sympathetic approach to expanding the village. Site 4 would be better to build on than site 5.

HBC Highway Comments:
Western Hart access poor, improvements on Palace Road required new footway. Poor public transport links.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No identified cost barriers to deliverability.


Character of Area:
Rural village area with busy access road to A19.

North:
Residential in Hart village, site adjacent to rear and side of existing properties and site 4 and then the village road.

East:
Access road to east and adjacent to site 6.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Public Protection - Traffic noise from A179 is an issue on this site and site would require noise attenuation measures.

Trees & Planting Details:
Hedgerow across site but not a constraint, it can be designed in

HBC Ecological Details:
Close to Hart Bypass local wildlife site so it should be considered.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Possible to build on the site, but it would have to be accessed via site 4 or site access road (may be an option to make the access road to Hart Village one way from the A179), in terms of access from site 4 may need to come forward with this site. 
Lack of services in the area and its a village so should not be swamped with development as the village character could be damaged
A179 is very noisy so attenuation would be necessary.

Vehicular Access From:
From site 4 or from the east of the site

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, upgrade existing A179 / Palace Road junction. Access should be through Glebe Farm west or Glebe farm east not direct onto A179. New footway on Palace Road required. The size of this site may have implications for the wider highway network. Poor public transport links.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Site could not be developed in isolation one access point would be via  site 4, but sites are in the same ownership so there is unlikely to be a problem.


Site Description:
Pastoral farm land and associated buildings.

West:
Additional sites, access road, could make it one way possibly.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Assume farm operation and other businesses will be wound down. Public Protection - Traffic noise from A179 is an issue on this site and site would require noise attenuation measures.

Topography Details:
Mostly flat but land is quite steep heading to the A179 (south-west corner of site).

HBC Heritage Comments:
Outbuildings, Beechwood House Front Street page 51 of local list. Home Farm barns and stables Pg 53 Local list.
Hart Farm, Front Street Pg52 Local List.
This is a green field site on the edge of Hart.  To the north of the site are the locally listed buildings, ‘Outbuilding, Beckwood House, Front Street,’ ‘Hart Farm, Front Street including out buildings’ and ‘Home Farm Barns and Stables, Front Street’.  The significance of the sites are outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.  In addition there is also the grade II listed building ‘Home Farm House and Farm Cottage’.  This site provides the setting for all of these buildings.  All of the properties are connected to the villages agricultural development and consideration would need to be given to the significance of each of the assets in development of this site including views into the village from the A179 and out of the village from Front Street.

TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a Greenfield site on the outskirts of the Anglo-Saxon and medieval settlement at Hart.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).  Outbuildings, Beechwood House Front Street page 51 of local list. Home Farm barns and stables Pg 53 Local list.
Hart Farm, Front Street Pg52 Local List.

HBC Ecological Details:
Hart By pass Local Wildlife site needs consideration.

Natural England Comments:
International sites include: Special Protection Areas (SPAs); Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) and
Ramsar sites1. National sites include biological Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) and National
Nature Reserves (NNRs) Local sites are Local Wildlife Sites (a variety of other terms are also in use).
The potential impacts of new housing upon such sites may be positive or negative, direct or indirect
and short or long term. Cumulative impacts may also occur as a result of the combined effects of more
than one housing development.
Indirect impacts may be experienced several kilometres distant from new housing e.g. water pollution.
The key to assessing these is to understand the potential impact pathways that may exist between the
development and sensitive sites.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Significant difference in levels, higher land near A179 so any development here could appear dominating when the approach into the borough should in fact be soft not dominating.
Lack of services and facilities in the area so development should be limited, to ensure car use is not significant.
Yield too high given steep slope of land to south of site. Northern area of site more suitable than southern.
Village should not be swamped with large scale development.

Vehicular Access From:
New access needed, possible from site 7 or from the village road.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, access direct onto A179 would be difficult. The size of this site may have implications for the wider highway network.  Poor public transport links.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
This site could build out in short to medium time once the buildings are converted/demolished and access can be gained/upgraded.
Yield too high given steep slope of land to south of site. Northern area of site more suitable than southern.


North:
Raby Arms pub car park and then the rest of Hart village.

East:
Road into the village and the Fens Road.

South:
A179 and a tree line buffer.  Tunnel under the A179 - public right of way.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Public Protection - Traffic noise is an issue due to close proximity of A179 Hart Bypass. Sound insulation measures will be required to residentail development on site.

Topography Details:
Ridge and Furrows are present on the land.

Surface Water Details:
Some standing water present, but not enough to be a constraint.

Trees & Planting Details:
Established trees on site but they could be incorporated into the scheme.

Other Details:
Public footpath has been diverted around the site.

HBC Heritage Comments:
Ridge and furrows can be seen clearly on the land.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Ridge and furrows can be seen clearly on the land.

HBC Ecological Details:
Close to Hart by pass local wildlife site.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Physically possible to build on but A179 is a noisy heavily trafficked road, so its not the best option for a village expansion.
Yield of 33 appears high, a more appropriate expansion would be 10/15 units as the village has poor access to services so car use is highly likely and thus growth should be limited.

Local Highway Details:
The A179 is noisy and heavily trafficked.

HBC Highway Comments:
Minor improvements required at access. Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
Capacity available some offsite work required

Sewer Services From:
Possible to upgrade existing infrastructure.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Appeal decision pending, land owner and developer are on board so deliverability is not an issue.


Current Use:
Farm land - land owner seeks to continue to use the rest of the field for farming purposes.

East:
The farm house and associated buildings.

Other Details:
Separation distances may be tricky to meet with regard to the bungalows.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
It is  physically possible to build on, but the site is detached from the village and appears an illogical place to build.  Strategically more suitable sites in the village.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Statement required, Butts Lane is an unsuitable access for a development of this size, would require major widening works. Poor public transport links.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No reason the site could not start building in the short term.


Site Description:
Grassed filed with horses grazing.  Stable buildings on the site.

Trees & Planting Details:
Trees and hedges along boundary - should be retained as natural feature.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable
Adjoins the village, site is closer to services at Middle Warren that other sites. Site is small so could add small scale development to the village, allowing it to grow organically and retain the village character.
Large scale development in the village could destroy the village character.

Local Highway Details:
A179 needs to be considered, attenuation measures will add to the cost of the scheme.

HBC Highway Comments:
Minor improvements required on Access Road. Poor public transport links.

Sewer Services From:
Need to upgrade/ tap into existing.

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No financial constraints to development.


Character of Area:
Farm land, The Fens to the east, central to the site.

South:
Access Road and A179. Farmland - Hart Village.

Infrastrcuture Details:
Telegraph poles on site - need consideration.

Trees & Planting Details:
Hedging along the boundaries - not a constraint they can be designed in.

Other Details:
Building on the site, the buildings are dilapidated.

HBC Heritage Comments:
The site proposed is adjacent to St Mary Magdalene’s Church a grade I listed building, Norman in date.  It was part of a manorial complex, evidence of which remains in the form of the ‘Brus Wall’ to the south west of the church.  To the north of the church was the fishponds and the land around these was, and still is, used for agricultural purposes.
The special interest of the listed building lies in the age and architecture of the church itself and its setting which relates to a complex of buildings previously located in Hart.

The information provided shows a large area which potentially could be used.  Of specific interest, and impacting on the setting of the church, is the field to the immediate north west.  This also provides the setting to the ‘Fishponds 70m north of St Mary Magdalene’s Church; a Scheduled Ancient Monument’.

This area has been undeveloped and provides a green boundary to the north of the village separating it from the nearest building complex, a traditional farmhouse development.  This area provides the setting to the church and the fishponds and as such contributes to the special character of the both these heritage assets by virtue of creating the green, open, undeveloped land in which they are viewed.  As a result any development of this area would harm the special character of these heritage assets.

Consideration should also be given to views across the site and how these may impinge on the setting of these designated heritage assets.

HBC Ecological Details:
Stream through the site would need a suitable buffer

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Access could be gained from the access along The Fens
Site is large so if all of it was developed it would swamp the village and add significantly to car use.
Some small scale (5/10/15) development may be suitable where the site adjoins the village boundary.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Land appears boggy in parts - but not enough to be a problem.

Contamination Details:
Sites subject to detailed drainage design given site areas and conversion of predominantly Greenfield use to developed area. Areas should have a low contamination profile, however this can be determined at a later stage with PRA for each individual site. 
.

EA- This site is located to the west of the landfill permit (CLE283) issued to Robert Tunstall of High Springwell Farm in 1994. This permit was surrendered in 2002 without any deposit of waste. As such there is no potential risk to this site from the authorised landfilling activities.

Local Highway Details:
A179 is noisy and heavily trafficked so noise attenuation may be necessary if the south of the site is developed.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, issues with access onto A179 will require major new junction. Will require more than one access. Will require upgrade of access road. The size of this site would have major implications for the wider highway network. Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
Offsite works and extra pumping required

Sewer Services From:
Need new.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
If all of the land is developed it would develop over a long period of time.
No reason it could not deliver in the short term. Would need the agricultural tenancy terminating first.


Site Description:
Community Woodland. Mostly woodland with a valley in the middle with a small watercourse running through it. Footpaths running through the site.

HBC Enginners Comments:
On all new housing development above one unit, it will be a requirement to incorporate SuDS into all sites. The Council would then have a responsibility to approve, adopt and maintain these SuDS features including any associated underground pipework etc. Therefore for each of SHLAA sites, SuDS will be a requirement for surface water drainage. 

Given the Greenfield use of these site I would expect a low contamination profile associated with these sites. No doubt given the size of these sites, Preliminary Risk Assessments would be required to consider any potential risks, however I do not consider any potentially Part2A contamination sites, and none of these areas are considered ‘priority’ sites under the Council’s Contaminated Land Inspection Strategy. Some of the more rural sites may contain unrecorded areas of infilled ground that potentially represent a risk from ground gas to any future development, however this would be picked up in the PRA stage and mitigation measures can be incorporated into future developments.

Topography Details:
Mostly Flat woodland with a valley in the middle with a small waterway running through the middle.

Surface Water Details:
Not significant however patches of wet throughout the site, especially around footpaths, which may indicate a drainage issue.

HBC Ecological Details:
Young broadleaf plantation with small watercourse.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Not considered suitable. This area has important ecological and recreational value. The loss of the woodland is not considered suitable.

Contamination Details:
Sites subject to detailed drainage design given site areas and conversion of predominantly Greenfield use to developed area. Areas should have a low contamination profile, however this can be determined at a later stage with PRA for each individual site. 

EA - This area is co-terminus with the High Springwell Farm permit as discussed above. As such there is no potential risk to this site from the authorised landfilling activities.

Vehicular Access From:
Road would need to be created through Clavering estate or to the A179.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
From Clavering estate and the footpath adjacent to the A179.

Local Highway Details:
The A179 to the south of the site is very busy.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required, no existing access, issues with providing access onto A179. The size of this site would have major implications for the wider highway network.

Water Services From:
Capacity available some offsite work required including pumping

Sewer Services From:
site could potentially link into system which serves Clavering, but new infrastructure would be needed throughout the site.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

HBC Sports Comments:
HBC Sport and Recreation - Agree with documented comments - site has important recreational value

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Not achievable without significant environmental damage and unsuitable.


North:
Site 13 and 14 arable land. Site 15 & 16

Topography Details:
Undulating but not problematic i.e. steep.

Surface Water Details:
Some standing water on access from North Hart Farm to site, but not on the expanse of the site.

Trees & Planting Details:
Planting is along the boundary and should be retained/improved.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Possible to develop, land is close to existing built up area with access to services and  facilities. Strategic gap between Hart and Hartlepool would need  to be maintained. The site or part of this site could come forward in isolation or as part of a strategic extension with 13, 14 and 15 etc.

Vehicular Access From:
Punch through is not possible from clavering so new access required.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, there will be access issues onto Wood stock Way, also issues of congestion at A179 / Westwood Way junction. The size of this site would have major implications for the wider highway network.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required but access through site 11 required

Sewer Services From:
May be possible to upgrade the existing infrastructure on clavering.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Site unlikely to be deliverable in the short term as there are  problems with access. The site could only come forward if access can be gained from site 11 or 13/14 as there is no scope to access the site through the existing estate.


North:
Site 18 (caravan park) - varied topography.

Surface Water Details:
Field drain along the western boundary of the site.

TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a large Greenfield site.  Archaeological activity is known in the fields to the south, particularly from the prehistoric periods.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable - land could physically be built upon.
Access could be gained from the estate along Applewood Close or from the farm track if it's upgraded.
Could come forward in isolation or as part of a wider strategic extension.

Vehicular Access From:
Two possible options. Applewood Close or upgrade the farm access.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Yes if accessed from the adjacent estate.

Local Highway Details:
The coast road is, so if farm access is upgraded, the bust coast road should be taken into account.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required but access through sites 11 & 12 required.

Sewer Services From:
Possible to tap into existing infrastructure on the nearby estate and add more.

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
If the site can be accessed via Applewood Close then there are no major financial barriers to delivery. If the site is accessed from the farm track then this could be expensive and be a constraint to delivery.


Site Description:
Farm land - arable. Farm access road to the north of the site, with telegraph poles running adjacent to it.

North:
Caravan park - varied topography, farm access road.

Trees & Planting Details:
Planting along the boundary but its not problematic it can be retained and improved.

TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a large Greenfield site.  There is documentary and archaeological for the deserted medieval settlement of Nelson in this area.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable if site 13 develops. Could have implications on the strategic Gap between Hart and Hartlepool.

Vehicular Access From:
New access may be possible through site 13 or in upgrading the farm track.

Local Highway Details:
The coast road may be the access point so it should be taken into consideration.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, Applewood Close unsuitable for more than 50 properties to be accessed from.  The size of this site may have implications for the wider highway network.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required but access through sites 11 & 12 required

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Could deliver once site 13 is developed, but likely to build out in the medium term.


Site Description:
Arable farm land. Farm buildings on the site.

Character of Area:
Rural far north of the town, close to but not adjoining Clavering.

North:
Site 16 and 19 - Nelson Farm stead and field and caravan park.

East:
Site 14, 13 and then Clavering housing estate.

Trees & Planting Details:
Some planting along the boundary but its not a constraint.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Possible to come forward if site 13 and 14 develop, likely that the farm track would need upgrading and therefore the access on to the coast road needs consideration and it could be a costly upgrade. Could have implications on the strategic Gap between Hart and Hartlepool.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Statement required no direct access.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Possible to come forward as a long term plan, other sites would need developing before this one. Tyre bales would need removing first. (need to identify the owner to ensure availability)


Site Description:
Arable and pastoral land. Site includes residential and farm buildings.

Current Use:
Farmland.  Public rights of way cross cutting the site.

EA Flood Comments:
Culverts 
Our maps indicate that sites 16, 18, 41, 46, 49 and 107 all have culverts located within their site boundaries. Development should not take place over or within 5m of a culvert as it will restrict essential maintenance and emergency access to the watercourse/culvert. The permanent retention of a continuous unobstructed area is an
essential requirement for future maintenance and/or improvement works. 
All opportunities should be taken to de-culvert existing watercourses and have open watercourses as part any landscaping plans. Integrating these open channels with green infrastructure and SuDS would assist in delivering greater environmental benefits. De-culverting will assist in achieving the objectives of the Northumbria RBMP, which requires the restoration and enhancement of waterbodies to prevent the deterioration and promote the recovery of the waterbody.

Topography Details:
Gentle/mild  undulation.  Variance in topography -in the current garden of the existing farm buildings.

Trees & Planting Details:
Some planting along the boundary. Established trees on the residential part of the site. Hedgerows crossing the site.  Site currently dissected into fields.

Other Details:
Public rights of away cross cutting the site.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Could be delivered if site 13,14 and 15 are delivered. Not suitable in isolation. Existing farmstead could be improved and be a feature of the overall scheme. This scheme would  have implications on the strategic Gap between Hart and Hartlepool and this raises questions to its overall suitability. The development would form a salient into countryside from the existing urban form of this part of town.

Local Highway Details:
The Coast Road is a busy road and should be considered.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required no direct access available. The size of this site would have major implications for the wider highway network.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required but access through sites 11, 12 & 15 required

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Could develop as part of a wider development with site 13 14 and 15. Would likely to be available only later in the plan period as the sites above would need to be developed first.


Site Description:
Arable land, this area is high ground and overlooks the coast and urban area.

South:
Farm land - site 16 & 18 (caravan park).

Trees & Planting Details:
Hedgerow boundaries to site and dissecting sit in two.  Hedgerow buffer to south boundary of the site.

HBC Ecological Details:
Stream on southern boundary would need suitable buffer

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Not suitable in isolation, detached from the urban area and poor access to services and facilities. 
Site could come forward along with sides 13, 14, 15, 16 and then could allow site 18 to come forward as the top of site 18 is deliverable but the bottom of site 18 includes a ravine that separates the site from the urban area. The development would form a salient into countryside from the existing urban form of this part of town.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required no direct access available. The size of this site would have major implications for the wider highway network.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required but access through sites 11, 12, 15 & 16 required

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The delivery of this site is dependent on the delivery of site 13,14,15 and 16. Could only come forward later in the plan period if at all.


Character of Area:
Rural area, just beyond northern limits to development.

Current Use:
Caravan park - looks to be developing more plots.

South:
Arable land and site 14 and 13 and Clavering estate.

West:
Nelson Farm stead and site 16 - farm land.

Topography Details:
Varied across the site, ravine separates urban area, the ravine is to the south of the site.

HBC Ecological Details:
Stream through the site would need a suitable buffer and much of site is woodland or scrub

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Not suitable, ravine is a physical barrier and appears a natural boundary to the northern urban limits. If developed site would be isolated.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Ravine and land levels could be a problem.

Vehicular Access From:
The Coast Road, access would need upgrading.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required, the size of this site would have major implications for the wider highway network.

Water Services From:
May be possible to upgrade existing, but current provision is likely to be minimal.

Sewer Services From:
May be possible to upgrade existing, but current provision is likely to be minimal.

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Could start within short term but likely to build out in the medium term however this site is unsuitable.


Site Description:
Grazed pasture land. Local wildlife site. Slopes steeply at southern edge, site drops A1058

Character of Area:
housing to south, hart to haswell walkway to east, north arable, caravan park to west.

Topography Details:
varied, flat in northern elements slopping to south towards beck

TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a large Greenfield site.  There is archaeological evidence of prehistoric activity in the fields/dunes to the immediate east.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Could be suitable however beck valley currently seems to form a logical edge to town. Due to steep sides development would only be possible in north of site. Other constraints include its wildlife designation.  This would significantly reduce yield.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
footpath along A1058 also Hart to Haswell.

Sewer Services From:
A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Would be available in the first five years. Has an environmental designation.


North:
Residential. Hedgerow to the northern boundary of the site.

Trees & Planting Details:
Three trees on site, hedge in parts of site but not a constraint.

Other Details:
Number 12 has a side access gate onto the land.  2 drain covers on site.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Site is accessible, close proximity to services but it is a high quality piece of open space that adds to the living environment in this area. This site is unsuitable.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
On road,  pedestrian access across the site to the adjacent houses.

Sewer Services From:
Tap into/upgrade existing

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

HBC Estates Comments:
As deemed unsuitable at stage 3 no resolution to dispose was sought.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No on site restrictions that would pose a financial barrier to development. HBC resolution to dispose would be needed.


Site Description:
Urban green space, with hard standing areas and some raised grass areas. Grass is visually attractive but hard standing does not add to the overall quality of the space.

Character of Area:
Residential area adjacent to gold club access tunnel.

Current Use:
Informal play space and informal parking for allotment users.

East:
Railway line/grass mounded (steep sloping).

HBC Public Protection Comments:
The railway may be an incompatible use, it is noisy at times and the vibration could cause disturbance. In general it does not assist in providing a quality living environment. However there are other residential uses in this area.

HBC Heritage Comments:
SE of site is the tunnel - Speeding Drive.
To the east of this site is a railway tunnel, a grade II listed building and therefore a designated heritage asset.  The site does not form part of the setting of the building, but should it be developed consideration should be given to any impact that may have on the asset.  

The special interest of the listed building lies in the designer of the tunnel (George Stephenson for the Hartlepool dock and Railway Company), it’s immediate setting within a railway embankment, and the railway line running over the structure.  

A development adjacent to the site would not impact on the special interest of the building as all three of the elements which contribute to the significance would not be changed or altered in any way.

TV Archaeology Comments:
SE of site is the tunnel - Speeding Drive. No known archaeological constraint.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The open space is used by local children and dog walkers so loss of this facility would be a loss to the community. The space is however a mix of grass and hard standing. Some of the site could be delivered and the remainder could be made into formal parking for the allotments and improved play space. Possibly develop half of the site when balancing new homes, parking for allotments and open space.

Sewer Services From:
Upgrade existing.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No financial constraints to deliverability, there will be a cost to remove the hard standing but that is expected to be minimal. HBC resolution to dispose has been agreed.


Site Description:
High quality urban green space, tree planting and footpaths across the site, school nearby.

Other Details:
Separation distances may be awkward to meet.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Physically possible to build on the land. The space is well used and well maintained so it would not be suitable to lose the space as it is valuable to the community. Therefore overall not suitable.

Sewer Services From:
Tap into existing.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No financial barriers to delivery. HBC resolution to dispose would be needed.


Surface Water Details:
Some boggy parts but nothing significant.

Infrastrcuture Details:
Wooden telegraph poles on site, but they could be moved.

Trees & Planting Details:
Trees along the boundaries should be retained for visual amenity.

TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a large Greenfield site adjacent to the Anglo-Saxon and medieval settlement of Hart.  The eastern fields have been subject to previous archaeological field evaluation and there is no known archaeological constraint.  The western field has a high archaeological potential.  Heritage assets in the western field will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable. Adjoins urban edge appears to be a sensible location for additional homes, close to shops etc. Land is possible to build upon, topography should be taken into account at design stage to ensure that  site does not appear as an incongruous edge between urban and rural.

Vehicular Access From:
Viola Close and Merlin Way.
Access off A179 not advised.

Local Highway Details:
A179 should be noted with regard to possible noise implications and attenuation measures that will add a cost to the development.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required, the size of the site will have major implications to the wider highway network. Poor public transport links.

Sewer Services From:
Could upgrade existing but likely to need new as yield is high.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Could start soon but would take 10-15 years to build out.

Outline planning permission for 500 units March 2014


Site Description:
Arable farm land. Section of the land former Stewardship land (no longer).

Character of Area:
Rural area opposite Quarry, this land is high land and overlooks the town. Land slopes from west to east.

North:
Keepers Cottage and Hart village beyond.

East:
Upper Warren application site and the Middle Warren.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Public Protection - Site is too close to the operational phase of Hart Quarry. Potential noise and dust issues.Hart quarry has permission for landfilling at the end of its life.

Surface Water Details:
Pool of water halfway along eastern boundary of the site (photos provided), possible spring.

Trees & Planting Details:
Planting along boundaries but they are not a constraint.

Other Details:
Consideration should be given to the beck running through the site.

TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a large Greenfield site.  Prehistoric and medieval remains are known in the area to the immediate east.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Physically possible to build on the site, but it is isolated so not suitable on its own. Could come forward if Upper Warren is developed, the sites could interlink and be developed as a whole.  This scheme would  have implications on the strategic Gap between Hart and Hartlepool and this raises questions to its overall suitability. Phased development of the site may be appropriate.

Vehicular Access From:
Engineers need to confirm if it is possible to upgrade existing.  Access across the site via a bridge adjacent to the reservoir - farm access to the eastern part of the site is across site in same ownership as reservoir.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required, the size of this site will have major impacts on the wider highway network. Will require access onto Hart Lane, secondary access would be beneficial.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
If site is brought forward there could be a potential need to upgrade the A19/A179 junction.


Site Description:
Reservoir (two distinct areas) and adjoining land, including one field.

Character of Area:
Urban edge, mostly covered by water bodies but with more natural grassland surrounding the water bodies and an arable field.

Surface Water Details:
2 reservoirs. How Beck forms part of the site.

Trees & Planting Details:
Some trees, however mainly hedgerows and grasslands surrounding the reservoirs.

HBC Ecological Details:
High numbers of bats. Rare example of large water body and associated benefits for wildlife.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Not considered suitable. Loss of water body is not seen as suitable as this is one of very few in Hartlepool and has wildlife value. Also this water body acts as a flush to How Beck (engineers to confirm)

Restrictive Uses Details:
Reservoir and River. Important area for bats.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Pedestrian access from Hart Lane. No distinct cycle route but could use road.

Water Services From:
Capacity available some offsite work required - no supply from reservoir available

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Site not suitable so will not be considered futher. Thereforenot considered achievable.


Site Description:
Hospital site - with buildings and car parking on the land, some areas of green space.

HBC Enginners Comments:
On all new housing development above one unit, it will be a requirement to incorporate SuDS into all sites. The Council would then have a responsibility to approve, adopt and maintain these SuDS features including any associated underground pipework etc. Therefore for each of SHLAA sites, SuDS will be a requirement for surface water drainage. 

Depending on the scope of the demolition works (i.e. whether this incorporates ground remediation), there may be a requirement to undertake necessary contaminated land investigations to make the site safe. The site is subject to detailed drainage design and flood risk mitigation.

EA Flood Comments:
A number of the potential housing sites are located within areas at high risk of flooding. These are as follows: sites 26, 56, 57, 59, 60, 61, 75, 85, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 100, 102, 108 and 109. 
Development should be located away from areas at risk of flooding. Development located within an area at risk from flooding will need to be accompanied by a Flood Risk Assessment (FRA). The details of the FRA will need to discuss all relevant factors of flood risk such as risk to the development, risk to other areas, flow routes, depths, finished floor levels etc. Any development on sites at risk from flooding will need to achieve the 100 year flood level plus a climate change allowance for the lifetime of the development.

South:
Residential, Lidl, pub and petrol station close by.

Infrastrcuture Details:
Lots of buildings and associated infrastructure on site.

Trees & Planting Details:
Some trees and hedges on the land, may need removal and re planting.

Emergency Planning Comments:
The hospital land is currently identified in the Cleveland Local Resilience Flood Plan

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable - within the urban limits, close to shop  and services
Access exists from Warren Road already exists, possible to punch through in a  few locations. Outline Planning Application in for 100 on part of the site that is already cleared.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
paths surround the site, no designated cycle ways so cyclists would be on road.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required, the size of this site will have major impacts on the wider highway network. Will require access onto Holdforth Road, secondary access would be beneficial. A controlled crossing would be required across the A179.

Water Services From:
Capacity available some offsite work required - brownfield site so site investigation report to UKWIR standard required

Sewer Services From:
May be possible to upgrade the existing infrastructure.

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Hospital at Wynyard approved through planning but funding not conformed so availability cannot confirmed.
Demolition costs of the existing buildings needs to be taken into account.
It may be possible to develop some land now as some parts of the site are cleared. Outline Planning Application in for 100 on part of the site that is already cleared.


Site Description:
Green space. Not exceptional but grassed space so serves a purpose but could be improved.

Character of Area:
Residential area with rugby club to the  east.

West:
Green space and Middle Warren green wedge.

HBC Heritage Comments:
adjacent to West View Cemetery including the lodge house - Locally listed.
This site lies to the west of West View Cemetery which is identified as a Locally Listed Building. The significance of the site is outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.  Any development would need to take into consideration the impact on the setting of this heritage asset.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Adjacent to West View Cemetery including the lodge house - Locally listed. No known archaeological constraint.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Partially acceptable - busy road should be taken into account i.e. noise attenuation required.
Possible access from John Howe Gardens.
Would be best to maintain some green space so it provides an attractive corridor into the town centre. Reduce yield accordingly.
Possible to build some housed and improve the rest of the green space

Vehicular Access From:
Possible issues with an access (ransom strip) from John Howe Gardens. Ownership of the access needs confirmation (have asked agents to confirm)

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Runs parallel to the site
cycle way on road.

HBC Highway Comments:
Existing access would require upgrading, no access available from northbound carriageway of A179.

Water Services From:
Capacity available some offsite work required.

Sewer Services From:
Possible to upgrade surrounding infrastructure.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

HBC Sports Comments:
HBC Parks - This area of land might be required for pitch or future cemetery provision.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Could come forward in short term if access can be achieved. Improving some of the green space would asset in improving the access route into the town centre.


Site Description:
Grass and rubble waste land, old allotment site.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
The train line may be a constraint but advice from Public Protection will clarify this.

Trees & Planting Details:
Some trees along the boundary with they are not a constraint they can be moved or incorporated into the scheme.

Other Details:
It could be difficult to gain an acceptable access.

HBC Ecological Details:
Watercourse through site which would reduce yield

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Physically possible to build on.
However the living environment would be sandwiched between the railway and dwellings, back to back distances may be difficult to meet and it could be a poor site for marketability.

Vehicular Access From:
Engineers best placed to advise but from site it appears difficult to achieve.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Possible to link to surrounding network but access point unknown.

Sewer Services From:
Surrounding residential area

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No financial barriers to delivery identified at this stage. Access would need confirming by engineers. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


Site Description:
Cleared industrial site, sand and gravel on land, direct access to the beach.

HBC Enginners Comments:
On all new housing development above one unit, it will be a requirement to incorporate SuDS into all sites. The Council would then have a responsibility to approve, adopt and maintain these SuDS features including any associated underground pipework etc. Therefore for each of SHLAA sites, SuDS will be a requirement for surface water drainage. 

HBC is still negotiating with the owners/developers regarding the final detail of the coastal protection works that will protect the site frontage for the next 100 years. If the current development proposal does not go ahead, our coastal policy (SMP2) states that a ‘managed retreat’ of the coastline applies. Currently, we have a hold the line policy for the site frontage however this depends on achieving agreement with the current proposal. It is assumed that any outstanding contamination issues associated with the site will be dealt with under the current approval for the site.

Topography Details:
Topography varies considerably across site but it can be levelled, so no real concern.

Trees & Planting Details:
SW of site, low level tree line - no real concern as it can be retained or removed and re planted.

Other Details:
Generally isolated location cut off by railway line.

HBC Heritage Comments:
Adjacent to Spion Kop cemetery.
This site is adjacent to the locally listed building, Spion Kop Cemetery.  The significance of the site is outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.  Any redevelopment of this site would need to take into consideration the setting of this heritage asset.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Adjacent to Spion Kop cemetery.  All industrial and military archaeology previously recorded.  No other known archaeological constraint.

HBC Ecological Details:
WL5 site to the east. Elevated areas on site are WL7

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
It is physically possible to build on, but the site is isolated and cut off from the main residential areas. A key regeneration site for Hartlepool that will re-use a cleared brownfield site.
Possible future land reclamation costs and possible future erosion works needed.

Contamination Details:
Unknown - site was formerly contaminated so underlying contamination may still exist.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
On road cycling on road walking but paths link up through green spaces.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required will need new access onto West View Road. 
Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
No mains on site Infrastructure reinforcement required - difficult supply through Brus Tunnel - site investigation report to UKWIR standard required

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Could start building in years 1-5 but likely to be completed in years 6-10.

Application in for Housing.


HBC Public Protection Comments:
Roundabout could be a problem with regard to access.
Public Protection - Close to railway and any residential development would require some level of sound insulation.

Trees & Planting Details:
Some on site but it is not a constraint they can be relocated or incorporated into the scheme.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Physically possible, there were dwellings there in the past. Could continue the existing housing line. Suitable for housing overall.
Access and roundabout may be conflicting, it may be awkward for cars accessing dwellings so close to the roundabout.
The area is visually pleasing but its use by the public appears minimal.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No financial barriers to deliverability. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


Site Description:
unkempt wasteland to the rear of West View Road properties.

Character of Area:
Residential area near railway line and the coast.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Public Protection - Close to railway and any residential development would require some level of sound insulation.

Trees & Planting Details:
Some tree planting on site, could be removed and replanted.

HBC Ecological Details:
Current ecological value fairly low but under consideration as extension to Spion Kop Local Nature Reserve

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Physically possible to build on, but as the site is  located between a row of houses and the steep embankment, residents would appear hemmed in. Suitable.

Vehicular Access From:
Access can be gained by to West View Road

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Cycle path runs along the path way on West View Road

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Can see no financial barriers to delivery other than a new access to West View Road. HBC resolution has been agreed.


South:
West View Road and King George V school.

Infrastrcuture Details:
Two telegraph poles and two lamp posts on site.

Trees & Planting Details:
Some trees on site but they are not problematic they can be designed in.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Physically possible to build on but it is a high quality piece of open space so  would not advocate building on here, it should be retained. Not suitable.

Sewer Services From:
Possible to upgrade existing.

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No financial identified barriers to delivery. HBC resolution to dispose would be needed.


Site Description:
Employment unit - building used for those with disabilities.

Infrastrcuture Details:
Buildings on site would need demolishing first.

Trees & Planting Details:
Some trees and hedges on northern boundary.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Not suitable, land is required for employment uses. However if ELR states that there is too much employment land then its physically possible to develop here but there could be issues with the amenity of new residents and the employment uses especially given the LDO on the site. Refresh of ELR due in September 2014.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Pedestrians along Warren Road
Cyclists would have to be on road.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Can see no financial barriers but the findings of the ELR will be essential and the LDO on the site should be considered. HBC resolution to dispose would be needed.


Site Description:
Undulating green open space with minimal tree planting.

Character of Area:
Residential area, land provides green link from West View Road into Central Estate.

North:
Green space, road, public house and A5 use.

East:
Housing with rear fences of varying heights.

South:
Green space with path running through, bungalows parallel to the path.

Topography Details:
Undulating land - but not to a great extent.

Other Details:
It may be difficult to meet the separation distance, yield may be reduced.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable location with shops and services near by. However separation distances may be difficult to meet.
Open space is of high quality and adds to the visual amenity of the area and links up with the green route along West View Road into Central Estate.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Separation distances may not be possible to meet.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
On road cycling and paths surrounding site.

Local Highway Details:
Not immediately but West View Road is busy.

Water Services From:
Capacity available in local mains  - site investigation report to UKWIR standard required

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Can foresee no problems. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


Site Description:
Grassed land with trees / planting and cleared housing site.

South:
Pedestrian crossing - busy road with residential on other side of the road.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Possible late night opening of the Chip Shop (adjacent commercial use).

Other Details:
Access to site - busy road and access road to rear.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Possible loss of open space but certainly suitable.

Vehicular Access From:
Adjacent small access road. Busy road to the front of site.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No issues.  Potentially greater yield than 3 outlined.  Development to follow the existing housing line. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


Site Description:
Playing fields - half site overlooked by rear and front of adjacent properties.

Current Use:
Playing field , green open space site within the North Linear Park.

East:
Green space incorporating the Throston Engine House (Grade II listed).

South:
Rear of properties (2m walls) with informal parking and garages.

TV Archaeology Comments:
This site has some 19th century industrial archaeological interest.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

HBC Ecological Details:
GN 3, Rec5b, Rec99, Rec3c, Rec 8b, Gep17.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable site in physical terms - flat, accessible, deliverable.  Loss of green open space that is used as allocated recreational land  currently well maintained and well used.  Loss of land in the wider green urban corridor. Unsuitable and should be retained unless new open space and recreation study (due August 2014) says otherwise.

Contamination Details:
Anhydrite mine on site.

EA - This development is co-terminus with an area known as the Vincent Street/West View Road landfill. The permit (CLE ST87) was issued to the Hartlepool Borough Surveyor and Engineer in the 1980’s. 
Limited information about this site is available to the Environment Agency. However, information may be available within the local authority. As an ‘ST’ or ‘standard’ Waste Disposal Licence, it is our understanding that the permit was granted for construction waste ‘landscaping’ purposes only. However, a ground survey to test for the presence of landfill gas or other contamination is highly recommended prior to any development work.

Local Highway Details:
Main road close proximity - busy for access roads.

Sewer Services From:
Adjacent

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

HBC Sports Comments:
Awaiting outcome of Open Space Strategy but already identified as a key recreational site in the Borough's Playing Pitch Strategy.  Would have serious concerns about this one too.
HBC Parks Central Park: Not ideal for SHLAA (2014) provision as it is needed for pitch provision as part of the pitch strategy

Sport England Comments:
Playing field. Shown on google streetview as in use for football. Sport England would object to allocation unless it could be shown that proposal complied with exception E1 or E4 of Sport England's playing field policy


Site Description:
Flat grassed land with low rise black barriers surrounding the site.

Character of Area:
Residential area, train line and grassed area surrounding.

Current Use:
High quality green space, part of the North Linear Park.

North:
Grass mound up to the train line, pedestrian access through the grass mounding.

East:
Urban green space, football field with goal posts (site 36).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Land is deliverable, its flat with access to services. However it’s a high quality piece of open space that serves the local community and adds to the quality of the area. Therefore unsuitable.

Contamination Details:
No evidence.

EA - This development is co-terminus with an area known as the Vincent Street/West View Road landfill. The permit (CLE ST87) was issued to the Hartlepool Borough Surveyor and Engineer in the 1980’s. 
Limited information about this site is available to the Environment Agency. However, information may be available within the local authority. As an ‘ST’ or ‘standard’ Waste Disposal Licence, it is our understanding that the permit was granted for construction waste ‘landscaping’ purposes only. However, a ground survey to test for the presence of landfill gas or other contamination is highly recommended prior to any development work.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
On road cycle access
Paths surrounding and links through the green spaces.

Local Highway Details:
immediate access point is not busy as its a  cul de sac with a  low number of houses. The main road West View Road is busy.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Can not see any problems with the site coming forward in the first 5 years. HBC resolution to dispose would be needed.


Site Description:
Cleared site, previously used for industry.

Character of Area:
Cliff top site overlooking the north sea. Brownfield land.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Cliff. Any development will need to take account of this.

Surface Water Details:
Towards the western part of the site there were areas of standing water being used by SPA birds.

Other Details:
Due to location site is very exposed to the elements. Risk of coastal erosion.

HBC Heritage Comments:
However there is a locally listed cemetery directly to the west.
This site is adjacent to the locally listed building, Spion Kop Cemetery.  The significance of the site is outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.  Any redevelopment of this site would need to take into consideration the setting of this heritage asset.

TV Archaeology Comments:
However there is a locally listed cemetery directly to the west.This site has been subject to previous archaeological assessment.  No known archaeological constraint.

HBC Ecological Details:
Circa 45 oyster catchers on site during survey. Also some brownfield shrub. Regular high tide roost for SPA birds

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable but would need to take account of coastal erosion possibilities and the SPA birds.

Restrictive Uses Details:
SPA birds.

Development should be set back from cliff top to guard against coastal erosion.

Contamination Details:
Site is meant to have been remediated. Possible though there may still be elements of contamination.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Footpath along Old Cemetery Road (this also forms part of the coastal route). 

Cycles could use Old Cemetery Road but no cycle path marked.

Local Highway Details:
This road is mainly now used by walkers / dog walkers who park up and walk from there.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required will need new access onto West View Road. Should connect into site 39. Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required - no existing mains on site  - site investigation report to UKWIR standard required

Sewer Services From:
likely the infrastructure exists given previous industrial use.

The site is near to a Sewage Pumping Station (SPS), therefore in accordance with Sewers for Adoption 7th Edition, habitable buildings should be no closer than 15 metres to the SPS.


Site Description:
Green natural space forming a key element of the coastal walkway. Spion Kop monument on site.

Character of Area:
Coastal grassland area. Quiet recreational area. Loops around a brownfield site.

Current Use:
Natural greenspace with recreational value.

Trees & Planting Details:
no trees but coastal grasslands with small areas of shrub.

Other Details:
Due to location, very exposed to the weather. Risk of coastal erosion. Public Right of Way through site.

TV Archaeology Comments:
This site has been subject to previous archaeological assessment.  No known archaeological constraint.

HBC Ecological Details:
SPA birds feeding (Oyster catchers) and coastal grassland

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Forms important habitat for SPA birds and is important link on coastal walkway. Not considered suitable.  Its retention will be important to shield site 40 from the elements.

Contamination Details:
historical made ground - may be contamination.

Vehicular Access From:
Old Cemetery Road runs adjacent to site but no road onto site.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Footpath link between Marine Drive and Old Cemetery Road. 

Cycles use it but not an actual cyclepath.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required will need new access onto West View Road. Should connect into site 40 and 38 Poor public transport links.

Sport England Comments:
HBC Sport and Recreation - Important link to coastal walkway.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Not considered achievable. Should be protected as open space, forming a vital link on the coastal route and also a valuable habitat for SPA birds.


Character of Area:
former industrial site which has been remediated.

West:
telecoms installation & grassland with coastal footpath. Then brownfield land.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Telecoms tower next to south west corner of site. May be a small stand off distance needed.

Infrastrcuture Details:
Telecoms tower adjacent to site, access to site, utilities linked to former uses

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Site considered suitable. The green space surrounding it (site 39) would provide some protection from the elements given it is slightly raised.

Contamination Details:
Although remediated contamination survey still advisable.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Footpath along Old Cemetery Road.

Cycles could use Old Cemetery Road but no cycle path marked.

HBC Highway Comments:
should be able to connect into site 39. Poor public transport links.

Sewer Services From:
Probably due to former industrial use.

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Initial work suggests a site which could be delivered within the 1st 5 years.


Site Description:
Grassed land - sloping slightly to the South East.  Naturally overlooked site.

East:
Primary school & rear fence of properties.

South:
Green open space (North Linear Park) including Throston Engine House.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Separation distances will limit deliverable plot area.

HBC Heritage Comments:
North of Throston Engine House (Grade II listed).
To the south of this site is Throston Engine House, a grade II listed building and therefore a designated heritage asset, however it is unlikely that development of this site would impact on the setting of the listed building given the changes in levels in the area and the barrier of the road between the site and the heritage asset.

TV Archaeology Comments:
North of Throston Engine House (Grade II listed). No known archaeological constraint.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable for housing development. Former school playing field that is now surplus to requirement. Loss of high quality open space  in the residential area (with natural surveillance).

Sewer Services From:
Existing.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

HBC Sports Comments:
HBC Sports and Recreation - surplus to requirements

Sport England Comments:
Playing Field. Sport England would object to its development unless the proposal could be shown to comply with exceptions E1 or E4 of Sport England's playing field policy

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Achievable and viable site.  Design considerations with regard to the surrounding area.  Main issue would be to the loss of open space in the residential area which has natural surveillance. HBC resolution to dispose is in place.


Site Description:
Green open spaces with building in the northern section.

South:
Residential, directly overlooking the site.

West:
Residential, road and path directly to the west.

Other Details:
Must consider access to existing residential garages to the south of the site.

HBC Heritage Comments:
Friarage Manor Grade II
Headland Conservation Area
Adjacent to Town Moor.
This site includes the Friarage Manor House, a grade II listed building.  To the east of the site is the Heugh Gun Battery, a Scheduled Ancient Monument which opens as a visitor centre.  The whole of the site is also located within the Headland Conservation Area.  Further information on the significance of the character of the conservation area can be found in the Headland Conservation Area Appraisal.

What remains of the manor house dates from the 16th century and is built on the remnants of the precinct of a 13th century Friarage.  The Headland was the site of the first Hartlepool settlement – a monastery established by Abbess Heiu founded in c. 647.  The Friarage was most recently used as a poor house and hospital up until 1984 when the latter was demolished.  The property has been identified as a Building at Risk.

Redevelopment of the site should include securing the long term future of the Manor House.  This may require an element of enabling development on the site.  The development would need to take into consideration the setting of the listed building and the character of the wider conservation area.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Friarage Manor Grade II
Headland Conservation Area
Adjacent to Town Moor. The site has extensive archaeological remains of the medieval Franciscan Friary at Hartlepool.  The archaeology of the site is well documented.  Any development should include a heritage assessment demonstrating the impact of the development on the remains of the Friarage and how this will be mitigated (NPPF 128).  A planning condition or legal agreement would be a likely response to any suitable proposal.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Yes land is suitable and possible to build on. Close links to shops and services, good bus link on the Headland.
Design must reflect CA and the Manor building.
Two sub-station buildings on the site - unsure if in use. Planning application in.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
On road cycle ways - wider links to coastal promenade
Paths surrounding site.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The  constraint of the site are the Listed Building, Conservation Area location and sub stations. Planning application in.


Site Description:
Long linear N to S strip of land linking a farm to the countryside.

East:
Large private house/garden, housing and fields

Infrastrcuture Details:
Main access track to this Farm holdings fields

Trees & Planting Details:
Hedgerows either side of the access track with one mature tree.

HBC Heritage Comments:
Small part of the southern end of the site in the Elwick conservation area.
This site is located on the boundary of Elwick Conservation Area, a designated heritage asset.  Further information on the significance of the character of the conservation area can be found in the Elwick Conservation Area Character Appraisal.

North Farm to the south of the site is identified as a locally listed building and therefore a heritage asset.  The significance of the site is outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.  The setting of the conservation area and heritage asset would need to be considered in any development of this area.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Small part of the southern end of the site in the Elwick conservation area. Within the core of the historic medieval settlement of Elwick.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

HBC Ecological Details:
EA - Our records show that there could be great crested newts situated within sites 1, 43, 44, 100, 101 and 108.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Note: Limited community led bus service 3 times a day, 3 times a week (Pauls Travel)
50% of site within the Village Envelope. Would be suitable for a very limited infill given its slim linear nature. It is likely that the access would need to be retained and only the small paddock developed. This access would have to be private. This would reduce the yield to 6-10 maximum.

HBC Highway Comments:
Access issues may need to join in with site 44 to be feasible. Intensification of use A19 junctions. Poor public transport links.

Highways Agency Comments:
Other points of access to the A19. There are several other minor points of access to and from the A19 from within Hartlepool, and in common with the comments at A19 Elwick crossroad junction we would not wish to see intensification of use of these accesses. Therefore, the comments for sites affecting any of these accesses should reflect our concerns.


Site Description:
Land to the north east and north west of North Farm, consisting of three separate fields

Character of Area:
Village to the south, open countryside to the north

South:
Village housing and the north farm complex

Topography Details:
Signs of ridge and furrow field pattern in the eastern

Infrastrcuture Details:
Public footpath and farm access disects the site centrally.

Trees & Planting Details:
Mature trees on the field boundaries, mature hedges either side of the farm access.

Other Details:
Large wood / metal shed in the western field.

HBC Heritage Comments:
Adjacent to locally listed buildings and the Elwick conservation area
Part of this site is located within the Elwick Conservation Area, a designated heritage asset.  Further information on the significance of the character of the conservation area can be found in the Elwick Conservation Area Character Appraisal.

The site also provides the setting to a number of locally listed buildings, including ‘North Farm’ and ‘Elwick House, Elwick Road’.  The significance of these sites is outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.  The impact on the setting of these assets should be considered in any development.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Adjacent to locally listed buildings and the Elwick conservation area Within the core of the historic medieval settlement of Elwick.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Note: Limited community led bus service 3 times a day, 3 times a week (Pauls Travel). Some but not all services in the village. Could be a suitable extension to Elwick. The gross yield would be too high as the village as existing is around 150 houses. The site was an allocation in the withdrawn local plan and found sound. A suitable site.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, this will have implications for the wider highway network, particularly safe access onto the A19. Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
Capacity available some offsite work required - Access through site 43 required


Site Description:
Large rectangular piece of land split into a series of smaller open fields from Elwick Road south along the road to Dalton Piercy.

HBC Enginners Comments:
On all new housing development above one unit, it will be a requirement to incorporate SuDS into all sites. The Council would then have a responsibility to approve, adopt and maintain these SuDS features including any associated underground pipework etc. Therefore for each of SHLAA sites, SuDS will be a requirement for surface water drainage. 

Given the Greenfield use of these site I would expect a low contamination profile associated with these sites. No doubt given the size of these sites, Preliminary Risk Assessments would be required to consider any potential risks, however I do not consider any potentially Part2A contamination sites, and none of these areas are considered ‘priority’ sites under the Council’s Contaminated Land Inspection Strategy. Some of the more rural sites may contain unrecorded areas of infilled ground that potentially represent a risk from ground gas to any future development, however this would be picked up in the PRA stage and mitigation measures can be incorporated into future developments.

The site lies in drainage ‘catchments’ that drain into Main River. Please note that whilst detailed drainage design is required, the discharge of any storm drainage into Main River would fall on the Environment Agency to regulate. Having said this, I would envisaged that flows/discharge rates for these development sites will be restricted Greenfield runoff rates; however these can be designed and I don’t envisage any problem areas.

South:
Agricultural Fields and Peterbrooke Caravan Park

Surface Water Details:
In places but no sign of a real problem.

Other Details:
Looks like a drain or trench is is being dug across one of the fields (see plan)

TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a large Greenfield site in an area of known prehistoric and Romano-British activity.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Emergency Planning Comments:
The Northern Gas networks pipeline runs through this area.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Isolated from the urban area and currently open countryside between the town and Elwick and Dalton Villages. Poor sustainability. Put in 15+ catergory as currently unsuitable would need 46 & 48 to develop first.

Restrictive Uses Details:
High Pressure Gas main on the western boundary.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, this will have major implications for the wider highway network, no direct highway access available will need to be constructed in conjunction with sites 46 and 48. Will need construction of major new access road to connect A179 with A689 through various sites on western fringe. Poor public transport links.

Highways Agency Comments:
Sites with the potential to impact at A19 Elwick crossroad junction. The crossroad junction at Elwick has a relatively poor recent safety record, with a number of injury accidents in the past five years. While we continue to investigate options to improve safety at the junction, we would not wish to see a significant intensification in the use of the junction. Therefore, sites affecting this junction should expect to produce a full assessment of the potential safety impacts, taking into account all relevant committed development.

Water Services From:
Capacity available major diversions and offsite works  required


Site Description:
Very Large agricultural holding which includes the High Tunstall Farm comlplex

Character of Area:
West Park and Elwick rise housing to the east, countryside to the north and west, Tunstall Farm to the South.

South:
Agricultural fields and small holdings/farmsteads

Topography Details:
Bottom section adjacent to Tunstall Farm rises steeply. Mainly gently undulating in all other places.

Surface Water Details:
Wet in places but no clear evidence of drainage problems

Trees & Planting Details:
Wooded area adjacent to a stream at near to Hardwick Court. Trees on all the hedgerow boundaries

Other Details:
Streams going across land at the boundaries that all drain into Vally Drive watercourse

HBC Ecological Details:
Small wooded area needs investigation - Ecologists Report - The area where the stream cuts through a steep valley and the woodland itself are very attractive landscape features.  They are not very diverse in terms of their flora but they have some veteran trees which will be of high value to wildlife.  They aren’t worthy of designation as a Local Site but they should be well buffered in any housing application.  There is also a double row of old hedges along the track running south-west from the farm.  Again this is a valuable landscape feature that we would really like to see retained.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Could be a suitable site. Scores well with sustainability. Given this is such a large area portions of the site could be allocated or the whole of the site as a strategic extension. Features such as the area of woods and beck should be retained and buffered. The top part of the site is within walking distance of the No1 Bus Service.

The no1 Bus service runs from Cairnston Road which is a five minute. walk from the top part of the site.

Restrictive Uses Details:
High Pressure Gas Main Buffer Zone goes right through the site north to south,

Vehicular Access From:
Elwick Road and potentially from west Park too (Coniscliffe Road)

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Elwick Road and potentially from west Park too (Coniscliffe Road)

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, this will have major implications for the wider highway network. Will need construction of major new access road to connect A179 with A689 through various sites on western fringe. Poor public transport links.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Available now. Could be developed over the whole plan period as such a large site.


Site Description:
Open space in the street (Auckland Way) covered with trees.

Trees & Planting Details:
Lots of planting all over the site with mature and semi mature trees.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Not Suitable. This is a quality piece of open space (see photos) that should be retained. It adds significant character to the surrounding area. (Should be allocated as GI)

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Could be available but would need a HBC resolution to dispose.


Site Description:
A group of open fields south of Elwick Road

North:
Site 49 Agricultural Fields and isolated houses

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
This is open countryside, however sustainability with access to services are quite good. Site could be suitable as part of large stratigic site with no45 as suggested in the submission.

Restrictive Uses Details:
High Pressure Gas Main Buffer Zone goes  through the north part of the site east to west

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, this will have major implications for the wider highway network, no direct highway access available will need to be constructed in conjunction with sites 46 and 49. Will need construction of major new access road to connect A179 with A689 through various sites on western fringe. Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required and major diversion works required

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Available now. Could only be developed in later years as aprt of a strategic site with No45. Land is available now.


Site Description:
Greenfield site comprising arable land and former quarry. Also a man made reservoir in north of site.

Current Use:
Arable and former quarry which is a Local Wildlife Site and Geological Site.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Local Wildlife Site and reservoir in the north.

Topography Details:
Flatter in north. Valley in south and south east.

Infrastrcuture Details:
Man made reservoir in north of site. The road network in the north is also poor - single track road to the north linking into smaller rural roads.

Trees & Planting Details:
Shelter belts in north, east and south sides running through site. More mature woodland in the east. Hedgerows surrounding site.

HBC Ecological Details:
Local Wildlife Site at Quarry - species rich grassland.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
South side seems more deliverable due to the better road link. The valley may cause issues in accessing area to the north.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Quarry and Reservoir. Also a high pressure gas main. Local Wildlife Site and LGS, quarry area

Contamination Details:
EA - Within the development area is a small historic landfill site operated between 1972 and 1978 by JW Cameron and Company. It accepted construction, non-hazardous and inert waste. However given the age of the site, there is a reasonable likelihood that some biodegradable wastes were also deposited. It should be presumed therefore that there is a potential for the generation of some landfill gas from those wastes. It is recommended that a ground survey is undertaken prior to development in this area.

Vehicular Access From:
Access could be created from Elwick Road. May be issues with HA due to increased traffic to A19 through Elwick.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
There is a right of way to the east of the site.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, this will have major implications for the wider highway network, Will need construction of major new access road to connect A179 with A689 through various sites on western fringe. Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required and major diversion works required - supply from Elwick Road

Sewer Services From:
Likely it could link into existing adjacent networks but would require significant on site works.

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site, especially the southern element could come forward at an early stage of the plan. Due to valley east/west should be treated as two sites but Worset Lane not capable of serving north in current state.


Trees & Planting Details:
Landscaped with boulders, trees and shrubs and well maintained.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
NOT SUITABLE. Quality piece of well maintained open space. Landscaped to a high standard. Adds significantly to the character of the area.
Has the No1 Bus Service less than a five minute walk.

Sewer Services From:
No conflict

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.


Site Description:
Incidental open space and areas of off-street parking.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The parking is well used. The open space provide an area of grass  but it is not actively used for recreation. Currently underutilised as open space. Suitable but must retain some element of street parking for adjacent users. The trees must be retained in any development. Close to the No1 and No3 Bus.

Sewer Services From:
From existing

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.


Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable and in an established residential area. Could be suitable for conversion to residential or demolition and new build. It would be hard to achieve in curtilage parking at this site. Close to the No1 Bus Route.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Leased Out to Hartlepool Stage Society. Lease is for 1 year only

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Currently on an annual lease. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


Character of Area:
Terrace Streets with a cemetery to the north

Infrastrcuture Details:
Existing infrastructure associated with the existing housing stock, roads, streets lights.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable for housing. Very sustainable location, a strategic housing renewal site. Close to the 1/3/6 Bus Services. Site clearance will need to take place first.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Existing buildings, road and infrastructure all due for clearance.

Sewer Services From:
Existing on site

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No physical reason for development not to happen in the first 5 years but would need the site to be fully assembled and demolished first.


Character of Area:
Leisure centre, Football Club, car parks and housing.

Current Use:
A Site that take in the current lesure buildings

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Public Protection - Close to Football Ground and other leisure facilities icluding a public house, noise from these faclities would require consideration

Infrastrcuture Details:
There are the current leisure buildsings and part of the site is a road. Also lamposts on site and footpaths. Would require extensive clearance

Trees & Planting Details:
Well established Trees and Landscaped areas to the front of Mill House Leisure centre.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
This site is part of the wider Mill House Masterplan which is predicated on the Councils ambition to create new leisure facilities elsewhere. The site would require extensive clearance prior to being redeveloped. Suitable in principal Close to the 1/3/6 Bus Services.

Water Services From:
Capacity available some offsite work required - site investigation report to UKWIR standard required

HBC Sports Comments:
HBC Sports and Recreation - Likely to reamin as a key leisure site for a further 15-20 years

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
There is an ambition with the Mill house masterplan to create new leisure facilities elsewhere thus allowing this site to be developed. Timescale at present are unknown but this site could available very quickly once this ambition/masterplan has been put into action. Will update the workshop with current position in June.


Site Description:
Rectangular grassed area to the north of the football club.

Character of Area:
Housing to the north and the Football club to the south

Topography Details:
There is mounding near Clarence Road. This could easily be removed.

Trees & Planting Details:
Just a few trees on the boundary. Not mature

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable, noise from the football club needs consideration. Close to all main bus routes and very sustainable.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Available now. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


Site Description:
Jetty/pier at the Marina with a derelict large retail unit. Water on three sides

Infrastrcuture Details:
Lamposts and existing walkways around the exsiting building.

HBC Heritage Comments:
Listed "Highlight"
The High Light is a grade II listed building and therefore a designated heritage asset.  The structure was moved from its original location to this one in 1994.  Any development of this area should take into account the setting of this structure. 

The structure has in the past had a lantern on the top but this was lost prior to its movement to this site.  Development may include opportunities for enhancement of the structure including the setting and or restoration work.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Listed "Highlight". No known archaeological constraint.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Close to the No36 Bus Route. Suitable for housing or a mixed use development.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Statement required, site may have implications for the wider highway network.

Water Services From:
Capacity available in local mains - site investigation report to UKWIR standard required

Sewer Services From:
Existing

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.  The site is near to a Sewage Pumping Station (SPS), therefore in accordance with Sewers for Adoption 7th Edition, habitable buildings should be no closer than 15 metres to the SPS

HBC Estates Comments:
HBC resolution to dispose has been agreed 19/5/2014.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Develment could be achieved early with the demolition of the site.


Site Description:
Large vacant site at the Marina which has a key waterfront setting.

HBC Heritage Comments:
Adjacent listed buildings to the eastern boundary and adjacent to the Church Street conservation area to the south.
To the north east of this site are two grade II listed buildings.  The properties were once part of the network of buildings in this area supporting the docks and industry.  Surrounding buildings were demolished leaving these two listed buildings isolated.  Later development to the east of the site has taken place but this is of a different scale to the heritage assets.  Any development of the site would need to take account of the setting of these designated heritage assets and in particular be of a scale and form which would not harm the significance of the assets.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Adjacent listed buildings to the eastern boundary and adjacent to the Church Street conservation area to the south. No known archaeological constraint.

Emergency Planning Comments:
The area is identified in the Cleveland Local Resilience Flood Plan.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
A suitable and sustainable location. Also suitable for mixed use development. Close to the No36 Bus Route


Trees & Planting Details:
Landscaped area with mature trees to the front of the building

HBC Heritage Comments:
Locally Listed
Sir William Grey House has been identified as a locally listed building and is therefore a heritage asset.  The significance of the site is outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.  There is also a grade II listed building, in the form of a drinking fountain, in the grounds of the property.  Any development would need to take account these heritage assets, including the setting of both the locally listed building and listed building.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Locally Listed.  World War II bunker in the grounds to rear.  Also listed building (Withy Monument) in grounds.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Existing Historic building also a 2nd world war bunker and Hart Smithy located to the rear of the original building. Close to all main bus routes and services. A very sustainable site.

Historic building and its setting should be retained in situ. Not suitable.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
If HBC wanted to sell. Restrictions on sale need investigation. Not available


Character of Area:
Mixed use retail / office / comercial /  hosuing

North:
Retail offices, drinking establishments and takeaways at Church Street

Infrastrcuture Details:
Existing buildings, internal roads and fuel tanks

HBC Heritage Comments:
Adjacent to the Church Street conservation area and listed buildings
This site sits to the south of Church Street Conservation.  Further information on the significance of the character of the conservation area can be found in the Church Street Appraisal and Management Plan documents.  

The area provides the setting for a number of locally listed buildings (Nos. 8,9,10 Church Street), the significance of the sites are outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.  In addition two grade II listed building (No. 16 Church Street, The Shades Hotel and Nos. 17, 18, 19 Church Street, The Athenaeum) are also adjacent.  

Any development should take into consideration the setting of the heritage assets in close proximity.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Adjacent to the Church Street conservation area and listed buildings No known archaeological constraint.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable for housing or a mixed use development HBC have a flood risk assessment done. Bus Services at the Interchange.

Vehicular Access From:
Existing from Lynn Street, but could access from other boundaries too.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Existing from Lynn Street, but could access from other boundaries too.

Water Services From:
Capacity available some offsite work required -site investigation report to UKWIR standard required.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The depot would need to relocate first. There is an existing resolution to dispose.


Site Description:
Large commercial building used by HBC as a depot facility

Character of Area:
Depot to the north, commercial uses, offices and housing

South:
Site 61 (Open Space) and Commercial uses

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Potential noise from nearby commercial uses at Reed St / Lambton Street

Trees & Planting Details:
Immature Trees planted to the front of the site at Lynn Street

HBC Heritage Comments:
Opposite listed building
This site is opposite the Market Hotel a grade II listed building and therefore a designated heritage asset.  A road separates the site and the building therefore the setting is unlikely to be directly affected.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Opposite listed building No known archaeological constraint

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Check noise from commercial units on Reed St / Lambton Street.
Would be suitable for housing and mixed use with good sustainability. Bus Services at the Interchange.

Water Services From:
Capacity available some offsite work required -site investigation report to UKWIR standard required

Sewer Services From:
Existing

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Would need building clearing first. Would need HBC resolution to dispose.


HBC Public Protection Comments:
Public Protection - Close to a number of small commercial units that could have some impact on residential development. May require some additional sound insulation measures to properties.

Topography Details:
The land rises and is made up of mounds. This could be levelled easily.

HBC Heritage Comments:
This site is located within the Park Conservation Area, a designated heritage asset.  Further information on the significance of the character of the conservation area can be found in the Park Conservation Area Appraisal. 

The site includes the out buildings to Briarfields House which have been identified as locally listed buildings.  The significance of the site is outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.

A development brief has previously been prepared for this site.  This highlighted the significance of the site.  The contents of this and the assets listed above should be considered prior to the development of this site.

Sewer Services From:
From adjacent development

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Available now and has HBC resolution to dispose.


Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable for housing and will re-use a vacant cleared site. Very good on sustainability. Potential for 2 semis or 3-4 units in a mews. Could be suitable for affordable housing. All the main bus routes at Stockton Road.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Is available now but would need HBC resolution to dispose.


Site Description:
Paddock and former Ambulance Station with many mature trees.

Character of Area:
Large executive style homes in the Park Conservation Area.

Other Details:
Public access to allotments goes across the middle of the site

HBC Heritage Comments:
In the park conservation area and adjacent to locally listed buikldings.

TV Archaeology Comments:
In the park conservation area and adjacent to locally listed buikldings. The site lies adjacent to the deserted medieval village of Tunstall.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable for Housing, could be used for executive/low density housing. Need to consider existing access arramgments with allotments.

Bus Service No 3 at Elwick Road

Water Services From:
Capacity available in local mains / contribution to upsized main required -site investigation report to UKWIR standard required

Sewer Services From:
From adjacent areas or existing

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
1 HBC resolution to dispose in place
2 Available now for marketing.
3 HBC Development Brief has been produced that has been through public consultation.


Site Description:
Garden area of a large mansion house in the Park Area.

Character of Area:
High quality, low density houses in the park conservation area

North:
Low Density Housing and historic Ward Jackson Park

Topography Details:
Land rises from the access but this will not impede development.

Trees & Planting Details:
Substantial mature trees around the access track.

HBC Heritage Comments:
Adjacent to listed buildings and in the Park Conservation Area.
This site forms the setting of Meadowcroft/Meadowside, grade II listed buildings.  It is also within the Park conservation area a designated heritage asset.  Further information on the significance of the character of the conservation area can be found in the Park Conservation Area Appraisal.  

The significance of Meadowcroft/Meadowside has been considered on a number of occasions via planning applications and appeals.  The conclusion that has been drawn is that the house was constructed to appreciate the views to the south of the site.  This area is a green wedge which is characteristic of this part of the conservation area.  Views into the conservation area from the south, are also considered to be significant, and in particular the unbroken views of green fields and trees with few visible buildings.  

Furthermore to the south of this site is Tunstall Hall Farm, a grade II listed building.  The setting of this designated asset could potentially be impacted.

In this instance development should be located to retain the green wedge and views to and from the building.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Adjacent to listed buildings and in the Park Conservation Area. The site lies adjacent to the deserted medieval village of Tunstall.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Note - Only a very small amount of the site on  western boundary is in flood zones 2 & 3.
Must carefully consider the effect on the open character of the conservation area and setting of the listed building. Would be suitable for low density and executive homes.

HBC Highway Comments:
Existing access has poor sight lines onto Elwick Road will need addressing. Poor public transport links.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Availalble now.

A planning application.


Site Description:
Large Farm holding consisting of open agricultural fields and the Tunstall Farm complex.

Character of Area:
Green wedge, open countryside and housing.

Topography Details:
Eastern section rises steeply from existing houses. Also the land drops from the farm to the valley drive stream.

Surface Water Details:
Adjacent to the valley drive scheme as part of a flood attenuation scheme.

Trees & Planting Details:
On field boundaries with mature hedgerows. There is a small wooded section between this site and 66.

Other Details:
There are streams on some of the field boundaries.

HBC Ecological Details:
Stream through site and on eastern boundary would need a buffer

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Note - Only a small amount of the site near valley drive is in flood zones 2 & 3.
This is a huge area consisting of fields located around the Tunstall Farm complex. Topography of the eastern portion is a problem. The rest of the site is gently undulating. Parts or all  of the site could be used as a greenfield urban extension. On sustainability only has access to some of the services. Part of the site is taken up with a flood eleviation scheme that must be retained.

Restrictive Uses Details:
High Pressure gas main on the western boundary.

Vehicular Access From:
Currently just the farm track. Access  would need investigation Potential from Valley Drive.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Currently just the farm track. Access  would need investigation Potential from Valley Drive.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required, the size of this site would have major implications for the wider highway network. Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
Assumed this could be achieved from existing houses at West Park.

Sewer Services From:
Assumed this could be achieved from existing houses at West Park.

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Would need site 66 developed first as there is just a farm track to the site. Land is actively farmed but available


Topography Details:
The land rises from the existing houses at West park but not  a significant problem

Trees & Planting Details:
At field boundaries there are hedgerows and trees some mature. Should retain in any development

Other Details:
There are drains at the field boundaries.

HBC Heritage Comments:
This site is to the south of Tunstall Hall Farm, a grade II listed building.  The setting of this designated asset could potentially be impacted by development in this location.  In particular the property could be further subsumed into the residential area surrounding it, whereby loosing the isolated location it once enjoyed.

TV Archaeology Comments:
This site has been subject to previous archaeological assessment and contains a Romano-British settlement.  A conditioned planning response would be appropriate (NPPF 141).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Suitable for housing / executive housing /low density. Should retain existing hedgerows and Trees to add character. On sustainability only has access to some of the services.

Water Services From:
Capacity available some offsite work required - Access through site 66


Site Description:
linear site comprising undulating arable land

Character of Area:
Arable Farmland in the open countryside between Hartlepool and Dalton Piercy

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Considered development next to Summerhill is inappropriate. It is the link from the urban area to the countryside.

HBC Ecological Details:
Streams through site would need a buffer.  Dalton Gorse Bushes while no longer WL7 is still an important habitat and landscape feature

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Not considered suitable - detached from urban area and lack of potential transport links and access.

Contamination Details:
Whilst detailed drainage strategy /surface water management strategies will be required, the Environment Agency will have a role in determining agreed discharge rates into controlled waters and they would take the lead on this process, however HBC would have an interest given we most likely will adopt any new SuDS system.

Vehicular Access From:
Dalton Back Lane is only access point and is not seen as a suitable road to serve a site.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Pedestrian footpath through Summerhill to Dalton.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required, the size of this site would have major implications. Will need construction of major new access road to connect A179 with A689 through various sites on western fringe. Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
No local infrastructure extensive offsite reinforcements required and major diversion works required

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Would only become achievable if other site nearby developed out first. Put in 15+ catergory.


Site Description:
Small arable field to the north of Dalton Piercy

Character of Area:
Village Housing, countryside/ open fields

Trees & Planting Details:
Mature Trees and hedgrows on the boundaries

HBC Heritage Comments:
Adjecent to listed buildings.
To the south of this site is Manor Farm, a grade II listed building and Leamount, a locally listed building.  The significance of the site is outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.

Any development would need to take into consideration the impact on the setting of these designated heritage assets.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Adjecent to listed buildings. On ridge and furrow associated with medieval settlement at Dalton Piercy.  Major impact on setting of village that retains many original features.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

HBC Ecological Details:
The Howls ancient woodland would need a suitable buffer.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Note: Limited community led bus service 3 times a day, 3 times a week (Pauls Travel)
Poor sustainability and access to services. Could be linked to site 69. Not Suitable due to very poor sustainability. Put in 15+ category.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required, offsite works required and major diversion works required

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Available now. Could be developed in early years. However not suitable so put in 15+.


Site Description:
Small field to the north of Dalton Piercy

North:
Countryside / Fields and two local wildlife sites

TV Archaeology Comments:
On outskirts of medieval settlement at Dalton Piercy.  Major impact on setting of village that retains many original features.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

HBC Ecological Details:
The Howls ancient woodland would need a suitable buffer

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Note: Limited community led bus service 3 times a day, 3 times a week (Pauls Travel)
Poor sustainability and access to services. The site is screened by large trees. Not Suitable due to very poor sustainability. Put in 15+ category.


Infrastrcuture Details:
There is currently a large barn (concrete and asbestos) and also a smaller lean two for farm equipment

Trees & Planting Details:
Mature Trees on the southern boundary to the open fields

HBC Heritage Comments:
Adjecent to listed buildings.
To the west of this site is Priory Farmhouse, a grade II listed building.  Any development would need to take into consideration the impact on the setting of this designated heritage asset.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Adjecent to listed buildings. Within core of medieval settlement at Dalton Piercy.  Major impact on setting of village that retains many original features.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Note: Limited community led bus service 3 times a day, 3 times a week (Pauls Travel)
The majority of this site is in the village envelope. Very poor for services, however this could be considered as an infill site for Dalton and result in the removal of an unsightly modern farm building.

Water Services From:
Capacity available in local mains - Some offsite work required.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Site available now and in a single ownership.


Site Description:
Part of a large open field wrapped around the south western corner of the village

Trees & Planting Details:
2 Mature trees on the hedgerow boundaries.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Note: Limited community led bus service 3 times a day, 3 times a week (Pauls Travel) 
Not a sustainable site. There would be a considerable landscape impact and no real natural bounadries. Put in 15+

Vehicular Access From:
From main road to the south of the site.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
From main road to the south of the site.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Statement required, may have implications for the A19 HA should be consulted.  Poor public transport links.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Available now but not a sustainable at all.


Site Description:
Corner of a large field at the Three Gates hamlet.

Character of Area:
Hamlet at the three gates junction surrounded by open countryside.

Infrastrcuture Details:
Power lines go through the site in two places.

TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a Greenfield site in an area of known prehistoric and Romano-British activity.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128)

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
This site is in an unsustainable and isloated location which is not well connected to the urban area. Due to the site's unsustainable location it is not currently suitable.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Statement required, may have implications for the A19 HA should be consulted. Poor public transport links.


Site Description:
Small Farm holding at the Three Gates hamlet.

Trees & Planting Details:
Mature trees and hedgerows on the boundaries.


TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a Greenfield site in an area of known prehistoric and Romano-British activity.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).


Site Description:
A large farm site incorporating farm buildings, quad bike track, fishing ponds, woodland and arable land

HBC Public Protection Comments:
existing uses could be removed. Would be keen to see ponds/stream/woodland protected.

Surface Water Details:
Part of site is flood zone 3. Fishing ponds and Dalton Beck.

Infrastrcuture Details:
High pressure gas pipe runs north south through centre of site. Telecoms tower in north east corner. sewage septic tank on site

Trees & Planting Details:
Some woodland planting in north east of site. Hedgerows in some parts of site.

HBC Heritage Comments:
4 locally listed buildings at Brierton Farm and Brierton Farm north. Would want to see them maintained.

TV Archaeology Comments:
4 locally listed buildings at Brierton Farm and Brierton Farm north. Would want to see them maintained. This is a Greenfield site in an area of known prehistoric, Romano-British and medieval activity.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

HBC Ecological Details:
Woodland, fish ponds, stream and hedgerows - all provide valuable habitat. EA- Our records show that there could be water vole located within sites 75, 90, 94, 95, 96, 100, 101, 105, 106 and 108.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Site is isolated from main urban area. Not considered a sustainable site for development, even though retail, primary and secondary schools are within 1km, this is as the crow flies - by car access would be via Dalton Back Lane, A689 and then into south west of town which would be significantly more than 1km. Part of the site is in flood zone 3, the high pressure gas pipe would result in significant stand off distances. Would want to see any locally listed buildings retained. Would want the stream, fish ponds and woodland protected.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Part in flood zone 3. Would also want to see stream, fish ponds and woodland protected. Also high pressure gas pipe would restrict development.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
There is a pedestrian right of way through from Dalton Back Lane but no cycle access.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required, the size of this site would have major implications for the wider highway network, no direct access to the current highway network will require site 100 to be developed. Poor public transport links.

Highways Agency Comments:
Sites with the potential to impact at A19/A689. The pinch point programme scheme currently being implemented by the Highways Agency to improve capacity at the junction is expected to address short-term issues. However, assessment work undertaken as part of the preparation of the IDP and during the planning process for housing sites at Wynyard in Hartlepool and Stockton-On-Tees has demonstrated that the junction is likely to act as a constraint to development of housing in Hartlepool over the medium and long term. The main issue at this junction is the capacity of the A19 between the A1027 Norton Interchange and A689 Wynyard junction, which is unlikely to be resolved in the short or medium term. We would recommend that all sites potentially affecting this junction reflect that this may act as a constraint to development. All sites which are taken forward in planning should expect to produce a full transport assessment considering the impact upon the junction, taking into account all relevant committed development.

Water Services From:
Capacity available major offsite works and major diversion works - site investigation report to UKWIR standard required

Sewer Services From:
Farm currently uses a septic tank.

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Given its isolated nature it is not considered this site is achievable in the plan period. Put in the 15+ category.

Only way it could come forward would be after a substantial western extension of the town has taken place.


Site Description:
Steep sided, enclosed ex sand and gravel quarry which has been used for landfill

Character of Area:
Rural area with nearby residential farmsteads

Topography Details:
Uneven ground throughout the site resulting from landfill activity

Infrastrcuture Details:
Site is essentially clear however there is a telecommunications mast on the south boundary

Trees & Planting Details:
On the internal slopes of the site there is some planting, bushes and scrub grass

HBC Ecological Details:
SNCI Local Wildlife Site at Quarry - development would need to maintain and enhance LWS interest features

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for housing assuming there is no issue with regard to the previous use of landfill. As the site is currently in an isolated location detached from the current urban area, it would have to be developed after or in conjunction with site 100 (South West Extension).

Contamination Details:
It is assumed that there will be contamination resulting from the ex landfill use.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport assessment required, the size of this site would have major implications for the wider highway network, access from Brierton Lane would be unsuitable at present without major improvement works, will require site 100 to be developed. Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required - site investigation report to UKWIR standard required.

Sewer Services From:
Nearby farms and residential dwellings on Brierton Lane

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is available now but as it is currently isolated it would have to come forward later in plan period if site 100 is developed.  The site could be developed assuming there are no issues with regard to the previous landfill use, with specific regard to contamination.


Infrastrcuture Details:
Telegraph and electricity pole north/south

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for housing. As the site is currently in an isolated location detached from the current urban area, it would have to be developed after or in conjunction with site 100 (South West Extension).

HBC Highway Comments:
Access from Brierton Lane would be unsuitable at present without major improvement works, will require site 100 to be developed. Poor public transport links.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is available now but as it is currently isolated it would have to come forward later in plan period if site 100 is developed.


Topography Details:
Steep rise in central area sloping away to boundaries

TV Archaeology Comments:
This is a Greenfield site in an area of known prehistoric, Romano-British and medieval activity.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for residential use.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, the size of this site will have a major impact on the wider highway network. Will need construction of major new access to connect A179 with A689 through Various sites on the western fringe. Poor public transport links.

HBC Sports Comments:
HBC Parks - Any future development would need to view this as an integral wildlife and recreational corridor, linking to Summerhill and the South West extension.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site suitable for residential use and can be developed in the first 5 years.


Site Description:
green open space wooded rural/urban fence

East:
main urban area, rift house social housing

Trees & Planting Details:
existing mature planting on 75% of site with public ROW running north to south

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for residential use providing it is considered acceptable to lose the open space and the established planting on the site.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment required, the size of this site will have a major impact on the wider highway network. Will need construction of major new access to connect A179 with A689 through various sites on the western fringe.

Sewer Services From:
main urban area

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is acheiveable in the first 5 years providing it is considered acceptable to lose the open space and the established planting on the site.


East:
metal palisade fence with residential care home or flats

West:
new build housing wooden close boarded 2m high fence

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for residential use providing the principle of losing the open space is considered acceptable.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is considered acheiveable in the first 5 years providing the principle of losing the open space is considered acceptable.


Site Description:
Masefield centre and surrounding open space

South:
new build residential close boarded 2m wooden fence

Topography Details:
Gentle mounds which could be tipped material from the new build of Masefield centre

Trees & Planting Details:
Mature trees on north, east and west, young saplings in south

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for resiential use providing the community centre and office use can be ceased and can be removed prior to development taking place.

Contamination Details:
could be some relating to the mounds on the site.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is acheivable for resiential use providing the community centre and office use can be ceased and can be removed prior to development taking place. As a result of the availability issues the development could not not be developed in the 1st 5 years.


South:
residential, 2m high wooded fence gable ends looking on to site

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for resiential use providing the leisure use can be ceased and can be removed prior to development taking place.

HBC Highway Comments:
A transport Statement will be required may have an impact on the wider highway network.

HBC Sports Comments:
I would have serious concerns about these proposals - I understand that the occupancy of the sports hall building is currently being negotiated by Estates with 2 interested parties (continued sports use).  I believe (although it is difficult to determine from the plan) that we currently lease some of the playing field land to West Hartlepool Rugby Club for pitch provision.
HBC Parks - West Rugby Football Pitch and Rugby Pitch: Not ideal as it is needed as pitch provision as part of the pitch strategy

Sport England Comments:
Playing field site, currently in use. Sport England would object to the allocation unless the proposal complied with exceptions E1 or E4 of Sport England's playing field policy.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is acheivable for resiential use providing the leisure use can be ceased and can be removed prior to development taking place. As a result of the availability issues the development could not not be developed in the 1st 5 years.


Site Description:
Commercial buildings and storage areas in a residential area

North:
residential and commercial sandwich shop, Oxford Road

East:
Stockton Road, church, residential, commercial

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for residential use providing the existing commercial uses can be relaocated.

Restrictive Uses Details:
car dealership, shop, commercial building

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is acheiveable providing the existing commercial uses can be relaocated. As a result it is not considered that the site could be developed in the 1st 5 years.


Site Description:
Scrub land and landscape buffer between Tees Bay retail park and the Belle Vue area and the A689

East:
AMG industrial building and hard standing which is currently not trading. The site looks abandoned.

South:
Tees Bay retail park / Service road with metal palisade fence

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Industrial estate immediately adjoining the site

Topography Details:
Steep side mounds which are planted to form a landscape bund.

Trees & Planting Details:
Mature trees and hedgerow on the A689 frontage forming an acoustic and visual barrier

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable although not very desirable as it sandwiched between the A689 main road, Tees Bay retail park and the Longhill/Sandgate industrial area.
EA- Sites 84 and 85 are located in close proximity to Longhill Industrial Estate. The council should seek to ensure new developments, particularly housing are not located where they will be exposed to significant amenity impacts from existing operations. 
The council will need to take into consideration issues in relation to pollution from existing permitted activities. For example, the development of housing in close proximity to the industrial estate could be exposed to impacts such as excessive noise, dust, odour and pests. The council should therefore fully assess the risks to the new development from the existing facilities using best practice and consider further measures to reduce the risks. 
It should be noted that there is a limit on the measures that an existing permitted facility can put in place to adequately reduce the risks. This could result in the existing activities being regarded as ‘bad neighbours’ to any new housing development located in close proximity to the permitted facility. 
The council should also consider that the allocation of these sites for housing could mean that the operator of the existing facility may have to take further steps to reduce the impact of its operation in that location. It is also possible that the operator could choose to relocate to a more economically viable location. This may even mean a facility closing if an economically viable solution cannot be found.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Landscaping, bunding, trees forming a landscape buffer.

Contamination Details:
The bunding could contain material from the adjacent industrial area. There is also extensive fly tipping on the site.
EA - This development area is covered by two historic landfill areas. The first, to the north, is called the Abbotsford Road Allotments site (CLE ST1), operated by Hartlepool Borough Council between October and November 1980 and was surrendered in 1984. It permitted the deposit of construction wastes. 
The second, southern part of the proposed development area is on part of the British Steel Corporation North Works Slag Tip (CLE011/ CLE070) operated between 1977 and 1980. It permitted the deposit of non hazardous industrial and inert wastes (non flammable), difficult wastes including flue dust, stretford sludge, boiler wash water, stretford effluent, flue oil, blast furnace clarifier sludge, oily mill scale, oily waste and residuals from reclamation. 
It is highly recommended that before any residential development takes place on this area, a comprehensive landfill gas and contaminated land risk assessment should be undertaken.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
A689, Brenda Road or the bottom of Windermere Road at Longhill.

HBC Highway Comments:
A transport Assessment will be required, due to the size of this site it will have an impact on the surrounding highway network, and Access to the site will be limited and may need to be from A689.

Water Services From:
Capacity available some offsite work required - site investigation report to UKWIR standard required.

Sewer Services From:
Surrounding industrial and commercial and the residential area to the west of the A689

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site can be developed but it is not very desirable because of it's poor environmental condition and it's location being sandwiched between the A689 main road, Tees Bay retail park and the Longhill/Sandgate industrial area. HBC resolution to dispose is in place.


Site Description:
Open space on the sea front primarily laid out to grass

Current Use:
Open space and recreation allocated in the 2006 Local Plan

HBC Enginners Comments:
On all new housing development above one unit, it will be a requirement to incorporate SuDS into all sites. The Council would then have a responsibility to approve, adopt and maintain these SuDS features including any associated underground pipework etc. Therefore for each of SHLAA sites, SuDS will be a requirement for surface water drainage. 

The site in its current condition is a potential Part 2A site (contaminated land). Investigation work that the Council undertook in 2008 revealed widespread contamination of a similar nature found across Wainwright Walk, Close, Lithgo Close, Horby Close etc – the latter estate is classed as ‘contaminated land’. My recommendation would be for this site to be remediated to a suitable/safe standard prior to commencement.

North:
Coronation Drive main road and the North Sea with O'Brien's landfill site on the west side of the railway line

West:
Railway line and the Longhill/Sandgate industrial area beyond

Topography Details:
The site is ex-landfill and the resulting land is banked with scattered irregular mounds. There are no flat or level areas.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable providing the current open space and recreation designations can be overcome and the ex-landfill is not a problem.
Sites 84 and 85 are located in close proximity to Longhill Industrial Estate. The council should seek to ensure new developments, particularly housing are not located where they will be exposed to significant amenity impacts from existing operations. 
The council will need to take into consideration issues in relation to pollution from existing permitted activities. For example, the development of housing in close proximity to the industrial estate could be exposed to impacts such as excessive noise, dust, odour and pests. The council should therefore fully assess the risks to the new development from the existing facilities using best practice and consider further measures to reduce the risks. 
It should be noted that there is a limit on the measures that an existing permitted facility can put in place to adequately reduce the risks. This could result in the existing activities being regarded as ‘bad neighbours’ to any new housing development located in close proximity to the permitted facility. 
The council should also consider that the allocation of these sites for housing could mean that the operator of the existing facility may have to take further steps to reduce the impact of its operation in that location. It is also possible that the operator could choose to relocate to a more economically viable location. This may even mean a facility closing if an economically viable solution cannot be found.

Restrictive Uses Details:
The Stell drainage channel intersects the site and makes approximately 10% undevelopable due to flood risk

Contamination Details:
The site is ex-landfill and as a result there could be contamination although none is apparent on the surface.
EA - This site is also co-terminus with the Coronation Drive landfill site, operated by Hartlepool Borough Council between 1977 and 1987 for the deposit of construction and demolition wastes, inert process waste, and general factory waste, incinerator plant  
residues (Ash and Clinker). Given this and the potential for the generation of landfill gas, it is considered that this site is unsuitable for residential development.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required - site investigation report to UKWIR standard required

Sewer Services From:
Residential estate to the south at Warrior Drive.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.  The site is also near to a Sewage Pumping Station (SPS), therefore in accordance with Sewers for Adoption 7th Edition, habitable buildings should be no closer than 15 metres to the SPS.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
There is no reason the site cannot be developed assuming there are no issues with regard to the planning policy designation and the ground conditions relating to the ex-landfill land use. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.

EA has stated that this land is unsuitable for residential development due to contamination and potential for land fill gas.


Site Description:
Informal open space in a residential area

North:
Residential gable ends and rear gardens with an electrical sub station

South:
Residential elderly bungalows and a public house (The Hourglass)

Infrastrcuture Details:
Telegraph poles and overhead cables cross the site

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Assuming the incidental open space use can be ceased the site is suitable for residential use.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Assuming the change of use from the current recreation allocation can be achieved the site can be developed in the 1st 5 years. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


Sewer Services From:
Surrounding residential area

No conflict


Site Description:
Area of open space in a residential area

North:
Residential gable ends and gardens on Eriskay Walk

East:
Principle elevations of residential dwellings

West:
Agriculture and open countryside on the urban edge

Trees & Planting Details:
There is an existing hedgerow on the eastern boundary

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is currently allocated as open space in the 2006 Local Plan. The site would only be suitable if it's loss could be adequately justified.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Assuming the change of use from the current open space allocation can be achieved the site can be developed in the 1st 5 years. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


Site Description:
Informal open space in a residential area surrounded by community uses

North:
Rossmere Way and adjacent residential area with principle elevations and gable ends

Topography Details:
The ground is uneven, probably made ground resulting from previous demolition

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is allocated as recreation land in the 2006 Local Plan. Assuming the recreational use has ceased and that it can be justified that the site is no longer required the site would be suitable for housing.

Contamination Details:
The site used to be a swimming pool and has since been demolished so there could be issues with regard to contamination

Local Highway Details:
Rossmere Way is the access route between Stockton Road and Catcote Road

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Assuming the change of use from the current recreation allocation can be achieved the site can be developed in the 1st 5 years. Has a  HBC resolution to dispose.


North:
Residential bungalows behind 2m high close boarded wooded fence

East:
Beauly Grove and adjacent residential area

South:
Beauly Grove pedestrian route and residential area

West:
3 storey supported living flats with principle elevations overlooking the site

Infrastrcuture Details:
Telegraph poles with overhead gables crossing the site

HBC Ecological Details:
EA- Our records show that there could be water vole located within sites 75, 90, 94, 95, 96, 100, 101, 105, 106 and 108.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Assuming the incidental open space use can be ceased the site is suitable for residential use. There may be issues with regard to achieving appropriate separation distances due to the principle elevations overlooking the site.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Assuming the incidental open space use can be ceased and appropriate separation distances can be achieved the site could be developed in the 1st 5 years. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


North:
Residential dwellings adjacent from Argyll Road

East:
Gable ends of residential dwellings and an electrical sub-station

South:
Aberdeen Road and adjacent residential area (gable ends of flats which are 3 storey)

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Assuming the incidental open space use can be ceased the site is suitable for residential use. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


Site Description:
Undeveloped infill site between the existing residential frontages on Seaton Lane

North:
Seaton Lane and adjacent residential area

East:
Rear gardens of residential dwellings behind a 2m high close boarded wooden fence

West:
Gable ends of the existing dwellings on Seaton Lane

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for residential use

Local Highway Details:
Seaton Lane and the nearby Catcote Road and Brenda Road junctions

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site can be developed in the 1st 5 years. HBC resolution to dispose would be needed.


East:
Education provision where trees and hedges form the boundary

West:
Rear gardens of residential dwellings behind a 2m high close boarded wooden fence

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site can be developed in the 1st 5 years. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


Site Description:
Long and thin well planted landscaping strip between the Sovereign Park and the residential area on Seaton Lane

South:
Seaton Lane and adjacent residential area on Seaton Lane

West:
Brenda Road roundabout and Brenda Road running north/south

Trees & Planting Details:
Extensive and dense planting creating a landscaping strip which acts as a buffer between Seaton Lane and Sovereign Park

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The middle 1/3 of the site is wholly within flood zone 3. This reduces the developable area of the site to the 1/3 adjoining the railway embankment and the 1/3 which divides the existing businesses on Sovereign Park and Seaton Lane. In order to the 2/3 developable area to be delivered the existing landscaping and plating will need to be removed.

Restrictive Uses Details:
The site is currently used as a landscape buffer between and the trees/planting will need to be cut down with the ground levelled

Local Highway Details:
Seaton Lane which links Seaton Carew to Hartlepool

Sewer Services From:
Residential area on Seaton Lane and the industrial estate to the north at Sovereign Park

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Only 2/3 of the site are developable due to flood risk and before development takes place the existing landscaping and planting will need to be removed. HBC resolution to dispose is in place.


Site Description:
This strip of land from Seaton Lane allowing access to a larger site behind the existing properties on Seaton Lane.

North:
Seaton Lane and existing residential properties on Seaton Lane

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is completely included in flood zone 3. As a result it is not suitable for residential use.

Restrictive Uses Details:
The site is currently being used as a private garden attached to an existing dwelling on Seaton Lane

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is currently being used as a private garden which will need to be ceased. Notwithstanding this, there are specific concerns with regard to flood risk, which makes the site unsuitable for housing. HBC resolution to dispose would be needed.


Site Description:
Open field used for informal grazing  with industrial units and storage areas on the Brenda Road frontage.

North:
Residential rear gardens of properties on Seaton Lane with a drainage ditch

East:
Railway line, embankment is steep sided and planted

West:
Brenda Road and industrial area adjacent

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Public Protection - Close to a number of small commercial units that could have some impact on residential development. May require some additional sound insulation measures to properties

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The middle 1/3 of the site is wholly within flood zone 3. This reduces the developable area of the site to the 1/3 adjoining the railway embankment and the 1/3 which currently is occupied by commercial/industrial businesses fronting onto Brenda Road.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Existing commercial and industrial business on the Brenda Road frontage.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Brenda Road and Seaton Lane via gap between the existing dwellings on Seaton Lane and the railway embankment

Local Highway Details:
Although the local highway is predominantly industrial traffic

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment will be required, due to the size of this site it will have a impact on the surrounding highway network

Sewer Services From:
Residential dwellings on Seaton Lane and businesses on Brenda Road

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.  The site is also near to a Sewage Pumping Station (SPS), therefore in accordance with Sewers for Adoption 7th Edition, habitable buildings should be no closer than 15 metres to the SPS.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Assuming the commercial/industrial uses can be relocated the developable parts of the site could come forward in the 2nd 5 year period.


Site Description:
Existing industrial unit and compound to the rear

North:
Industrial land and compound with 2m high metal palisade fence

East:
Industrial land with 2m high metal palisade fence

South:
Industrial land with 2m high metal palisade fence

West:
Brenda Road frontage and the adjacent industrial estate

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Industrial uses on all site boundaries
Public Protection - This site is too close to the pipe mills and Clydesdale Forge. Noise and vibration 24/7 would make it unsuitable for housing

Infrastrcuture Details:
Existing industrial buildings and compound

Trees & Planting Details:
Trees on the frontage and planting with hedgerows on boundaries

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is not suitable for housing as 75% of the site is in flood zone 3 so will mean development would be difficult. Further to this the site is surrounded by existing industrial uses on all boundaries which are not compatible with a residential use.

Contamination Details:
Possible risk resulting from the historical, previous and current industrial uses

Sewer Services From:
Surrounding area

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is essentially unachievable due to the flood risk, neighbouring uses and the current industrial uses on the site.


Site Description:
Fenced off area of scrub land consisting of blown sand and fly tipping adjacent to the Seaton Coach Park

West:
2m high close boarded wooden fence and the golf course car park and club house beyond

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Water treatment plant adjacent and the close proximity of the North Sea

Topography Details:
The site is probably flat but is covered by rubble and debris, most probably from the recent sea defence construction phase

HBC Heritage Comments:
Adjoins the Seaton Carew Conservation Area and adjoins the Seaton Carew bus station Listed Building
To the north of this site is Seaton Carew Bus Station a grade II listed building a designated heritage asset and Seaton Carew Conservation Area, both designated heritage assets.  .  Further information on the significance of the character of the conservation area can be found in the Seaton Carew Appraisal and Management Plan documents.  Any redevelopment of the site would need to take into consideration the setting of these assets.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Adjoins the Seaton Carew Conservation Area and adjoins the Seaton Carew bus station Listed Building. No known archaeological constraint.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for residential use assuming there is no issue with regard to the close proximity of the water treatment plant.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Currently used as a storage area for the sea defences construction phase. This is due to completed by mind 2014.

Contamination Details:
Potential contamination resulting from the tipping/ storage use.

HBC Highway Comments:
Will result in the loss of car parking facilities

Sewer Services From:
Surrounding residential and commercial area

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site can be achieved in the 1st 5 years. HBC resolution to dispose is in place.


Site Description:
Residential area backing onto agricultural land. The site is essentially vacant except for a utility building on the site.

North:
Residential rear gardens (2m wooden close boarded fence)

East:
Residential rear gardens (2m wooden close boarded fence)

Infrastrcuture Details:
Existing utility building surrounded by 2m metal fencing and barbed wire

Trees & Planting Details:
Scrub planting and overgrown grass on the site with mature planting and hedgerows on the southern boundary

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for residential development assuming the existing utility building can be relocated.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Existing utility building covering approximately 25% of the site

Vehicular Access From:
Existing maintenance access from Moffat Road

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Existing maintenance access from Moffat Road

Sewer Services From:
Surrounding residential area

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.  The site is also near to a Sewage Pumping Station (SPS), therefore in accordance with Sewers for Adoption 7th Edition, habitable buildings should be no closer than 15 metres to the SPS.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site cannot be achieved in the 1st 5 years as the existing use needs to relocated. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


Site Description:
Agricultural fields and farm buildings on the western edge of the urban area. Greatham Beck runs through the centre of the site.

North:
Brierton Quarry, Brierton Lane and agriculture beyond

East:
Urban edge of Rift House, Owton Manor and Fens residential areas along with Greatham Beck

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Public Protection - The site bounds onto the A689. Traffic noise will be an issue on some areas of the site and sound insulation measures will be required

Surface Water Details:
Standing water around Greatham Beck and a marsh/reed bed on the western boundary near Dalton Back Lane

Infrastrcuture Details:
High pressure gas mains, water mains and electrical overhead power cables run through the site and will restrict development in these corridors

Trees & Planting Details:
Trees, hedgerows and planting throughout the site especially focussed upon the Greatham Beck watercourse

HBC Ecological Details:
Biodiversity and habitat primarily focussed upon the Greatham Beck watercourse. There is marsh/reed bed on the western boundary near Dalton Back Lane. Also Great Crested Newts in south west corner.
EA - Our records show that there could be great crested newts situated within sites 1, 43, 44, 100, 101 and 108.
EA- Our records show that there could be water vole located within sites 75, 90, 94, 95, 96, 100, 101, 105, 106 and 108.

Emergency Planning Comments:
The Northern Gas networks pipeline runs through this area

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
All of the site, except from the land around the Greatham Beck corridor can be used for residential use.

Contamination Details:
The proposed development is within 250m of two closed landfill sites. On the north-west corner of the proposal is the Tees Insulation (International) Ltd. Brierton Lane Quarry landfill site, EAWML 60067 (NZ4791730136). This site was licenced to accept the deposit of wastes from the construction industry along with potentially combustible, non-hazardous industrial waste. The deposits on site were from waste generated by the licence holder and not from a commercial landfilling operation and consisted mainly of concrete posts, chain link and brick / rubble and some soils. The mounds seen around the site were spoil from the quarrying operations and not believed to be waste deposits under the terms of the licence. 
There is unlikely to be any landfill gas migration from this site. However, the local authority should be aware of the potential risk to the development from landfill gas and should carry out a risk assessment to ensure that the potential risk is adequately addressed. The second site is within 50m of the south-west corner of the proposal area. This is the Claxton Quarry Co-Disposal Landfill Site (EAWML 60229) and received large volumes of municipal wastes during the 1990's. This site is known to be producing landfill gas. However, landfill gas migration from the site is not currently an issue. The site was operated and is monitored by Hartlepool Borough Council.

Vehicular Access From:
Northern access from Brierton Lane, eastern access from McRae Road, southern access from A689 and western access from Dalton Back Lane

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Northern access from Brierton Lane, eastern access from McRae Road and various footpaths from the western urban edge, southern access from A689 and western access from Dalton Back Lane

Local Highway Details:
Brierton Lane and McRae Road onto Catcote Road and the A689

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment will be required, due to the size of this site it will have an impact on the surrounding highway network, HA will need to be consulted. Will need construction of major new access to connect A179 with A689 through Various sites on the western fringe. Poor public transport links.

Sewer Services From:
Western edge of the residential area. Although the strategic size of the site will require its own dedicated infrastructure.

A Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is of a strategic size and as a result development will be spread over a significant period which is likely to be +15 years. However there is no reason as to why the site cannot deliver housing in the 1st 5 years.


Site Description:
The site is an ex quarry which has been used for landfill. The resulting landform is a steeply mounded site.

Topography Details:
Mounded to the centre of the site, steeply sloping away to all boundaries

Infrastrcuture Details:
Manhole covers across the site, probably to vent/access the underlying landfill gases

Trees & Planting Details:
Sporadic planting in the interior of the site with significant and mature trees/hedge planting on the boundaries

TV Archaeology Comments:
Landfill but with deserted medieval settlement to the immediate north.  Any development outside of the landfill footprint would require a conditioned response (NPPF 141).

HBC Ecological Details:
EA - Our records show that there could be great crested newts situated within sites 1, 43, 44, 100, 101 and 108.
EA- Our records show that there could be water vole located within sites 75, 90, 94, 95, 96, 100, 101, 105, 106 and 108.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is completely unsuitable for residential use, in its current state, due to the mounded topography of the site and the underlying landfill use. The site could only be suitable if it could be levelled and the residual landfill treated.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Underlying landfill material and the surface infrastructure.

Contamination Details:
Claxton Landfill site – there is potentially 10 years + of monitoring and management of the site which is currently under licence from the EA. I would envisage a future housing development on this site being problematic unless significant ground engineering/preparation is considered given both the depths of fill and landfill gas issues. 

EA- This area is co-terminus with the Claxton Quarry municipal waste landfill site operated by Cleveland County Council Cleveland Waste Management Ltd. and latterly by Hartlepool Borough Council. Waste was deposited between around 1960 and 1993 for the deposit of hazardous and mixed municipal wastes (Co-disposal). Due to this, and the generation of significant levels of landfill gas on this site (monitored by Hartlepool Borough Council), it is considered that this site is unsuitable for residential development.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment will be required, due to the size of this site it will have a impact on the surrounding highway network, HA will need to be consulted. Will need construction of major new access to connect A179 with A689 through Various sites on the western fringe. Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
No local infrastructure extensive offsite reinforcements required  - site investigation report to UKWIR standard required

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site cannot be achieved until the current landfill is removed and/or levelled. HBC resolution to dispose would be needed.

EA has stated that this land is unsuitable for residential development due to contamination and potential for land fill gas.


Site Description:
Agricultural land on the village fringe sloping down to Greatham Beck

East:
High Street from A689 to Greatham village, Public House and residential rear gardens

South:
Stockton Road from A689 to Greatham village, Public House and residential rear gardens

Topography Details:
Relatively steep slope (west to east) going down to the Greatham Beck river channel and flat floodplain

Surface Water Details:
Standing water on the flat floodplain near to the river channel

HBC Heritage Comments:
Part of the Greatham Conservation Area. Contains a locally listed pill box and adjoins two further locally listed buildings.
This site is located within the Greatham Conservation Area, a designated heritage asset.  .  Further information on the significance of the character of the conservation area can be found in the Greatham Conservation Area Appraisal.  In addition this site forms the setting of 29 High Street, a locally listed building.  The significance of these sites is outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.

Consideration should be given to the character and appearance of the conservation area and the impact on the setting of the heritage assets.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Part of the Greatham Conservation Area. Contains a locally listed pill box and adjoins two further locally listed buildings. On outskirts of medieval settlement at Greatham.  Major impact on setting of village that retains many original features.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for residential development on the upper slopes however the western half of the site will be subject to significant flood risk.

Vehicular Access From:
From the High Street or from Stockton Road

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
From the High Street or from Stockton Road

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment will be required, due to the size of this site it will have an impact on the surrounding highway network, HA will need to be consulted.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable for residential development on the upper slopes however the western half of the site will be subject to significant flood risk. There are further issues with regard to the potential impact upon the Greatham Conservation area and the Locally Listed buildings on and adjoining the site.


Site Description:
Rural fringe site which is currently used an industrial garden nursery business. The site has current buildings and industrial greenhouses.

HBC Enginners Comments:
On all new housing development above one unit, it will be a requirement to incorporate SuDS into all sites. The Council would then have a responsibility to approve, adopt and maintain these SuDS features including any associated underground pipework etc. Therefore for each of SHLAA sites, SuDS will be a requirement for surface water drainage. 

The site lies in drainage ‘catchments’ that drain into Main River. Please note that whilst detailed drainage design is required, the discharge of any storm drainage into Main River would fall on the Environment Agency to regulate. Having said this, I would envisaged that flows/discharge rates for these development sites will be restricted Greenfield runoff rates; however these can be designed and I don’t envisage any problem areas.

HBC Public Protection Comments:
Public Protection - This site is located close to the 42" pipe mill and to the areas of Queens Meadow that could possibly used for B2 uses. Noise from the neighbouring industrial uses will probably make arers of this site unsuitable for residential development.

Infrastrcuture Details:
Large areas of hard standing, utility buildings and industrial greenhouses for growing plants

HBC Heritage Comments:
This site is located just outside the boundary of Greatham Conservation Area, a designated heritage asset.  Further information on the significance of the character of the conservation area can be found in the Greatham Conservation Area Appraisal.  Consideration should be given to the setting of the character and appearance of the asset in any development of the site.

TV Archaeology Comments:
On outskirts of medieval settlement at Greatham.  Major impact on setting of village that retains many original features.  Heritage assets will require further assessment in the form of a desk based assessment and field evaluation (NPPF 128).

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable assuming the existing nursery growing buildings can be cleared.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Current hard standing, utility buildings and industrial greenhouses for growing plants

Contamination Details:
Potential land contamination issues, but no major constraints likely. Again, subject to PRA. Detailed drainage design would be required.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site can be developed in the 1st 5 years as there are no issues expect for the current buildings and hard standing on the site.


North:
Village road (The Drive) and the adjacent Ashfield Nurseries site

East:
Agricultural with the boundaries consisting of hedgerows and mature trees

West:
Residential rear gardens and mature trees

Surface Water Details:
Some standing water in the northern boundary of the site

Trees & Planting Details:
Hedgerows and trees on the site boundaries

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
No issues except for the current village envelope policy in the 2006 Local Plan, as the site is outside the development limits.


Site Description:
Small elongated agricultural field used for grazing within the village area. The site is steep sloped with a deep depression in the middle.

South:
Steep slope rising up to residential and children's play provision

West:
Steep slope rising up to residential and school

Topography Details:
Significant issues with regard to the site being a depressed bowl with steep sides; probably a 2-3m drop to the centre of the site. It is possible the site has been excavated as the surrounding land is all the same level

HBC Heritage Comments:
Adjoins 2 locally listed buildings and the Greatham Conservation Area
This site is located to the east of the Greatham Conservation Area, a designated heritage asset.  Further information on the significance of the character of the conservation area can be found in the Greatham Conservation Area Appraisal.  It provides the setting for two locally listed buildings, Meadowcroft and Fairfield, on Egerton Terrace.  The significance of these sites is outlined briefly in the document ‘Locally Listed Buildings in Hartlepool, 2012’.  Consideration should be given to the impact on the setting of these assets in any development of the site.

TV Archaeology Comments:
Adjoins 2 locally listed buildings and the Greatham Conservation Area.  Already evaluated archaeologically.  No constraint

Emergency Planning Comments:
The area is within the Public information zone for COnocoPhillips Tankfarm.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
There is an issue with regard to the steep slopes on the site with the depression in the centre. There could be a requirement to in-fill the site to raise the level to the surrounding area prior to development taking place.

Vehicular Access From:
From Station Lane but there are issues with regard to the change in levels from the road to the site.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
From Station Lane but there are issues with regard to the change in levels from the road to the site.

Sewer Services From:
Surrounding residential area

The site is within 200 metres of a Sewage Treatment Works which by the nature of their function can produce odours which lead to customer complaints. Any development upon this site which the council chooses to permit through the planning process should be supported by a full odour assessment. NWL’s response to the planning application would be dependent upon the outcome of the odour assessment.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site can be developer in the 1st 5 years assuming the issues regarding the site levels can be overcome.


Site Description:
Green open space in a village setting including a children's play infrastructure provision.

East:
Residential rear gardens (2m close boarded wooden fence)

South:
Station Lane road going to open countryside

Infrastrcuture Details:
Children's play area in the north corner of the site

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
The site is suitable.

The issue is with regard to the current planning policy concerning the existing use as informal open space with children's play provision.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
From Hill View and Saltaire Terrace onto Station Lane

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site can be developed in the 1st 5 years assuming the children's play provision can be retained (with development just on the southern part of the site) or moved to allow development of the whole site. HBC resolution to dispose agreed.


HBC Public Protection Comments:
Public Protection - Traffic noise from A689 is an issue on this site and some areas of the site would require noise attenuation measures.

Infrastrcuture Details:
Main gas pipe runs across north east part of site. Major overhead powerlines run n/w to s/e through site

HBC Ecological Details:
Water courses on site would need a buffer

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Although within 1km of an allocated employment site, the employment site is not developed and is only allocated. Nearest primary school is Wolviston, nearest secondary school is in Billingham. This would be an islolated development and not suitable in the plan period.

Restrictive Uses Details:
main gas pipe runs across north east corner of site

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment will be required, due to the size of this site it will have an impact on the surrounding highway network, HA will need to be consulted. Poor public transport links.

Water Services From:
Outside of Hartlepool Water's Area of Supply

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Given its isolated nature it is not considered this site is achievable in the plan period. Put in the 15+ catergory.


Site Description:
Farm land, all arable, hedging along field boundaries, Newton Bewley village to north of the site.

Character of Area:
Rural farmland area detached from Hartlepool's main urban area.

North:
Rural Area and Newton Bewley Village and A689

West:
Roundabout on A689 then Wolviston Village

HBC Public Protection Comments:
2 rows of large pylons.
Public Protection Traffic noise from A689 is an issue on this site and some areas of the site would require noise attenuation measures.

Infrastrcuture Details:
Pylons on site. High Pressure Gas Pipe, Main Gas Pipe and Ethylene Pipe

Trees & Planting Details:
Trees and Hedgerows mainly along field boundaries

HBC Heritage Comments:
To the north west of this site is a grade II listed building, the setting of this designated heritage asset may be impacted by development on this site and should, therefore be taken into consideration.

HBC Ecological Details:
No evidence although potential sites for water voles. Water course through site and Cowbridge Wood on southern boundary would require a buffer. EA - Our records show that there could be great crested newts situated within sites 1, 43, 44, 100, 101 and 108.
EA- Our records show that there could be water vole located within sites 75, 90, 94, 95, 96, 100, 101, 105, 106 and 108.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Not suitable as one large site. It is detached from Hartlepool and Billingham so unless services and facilities could be built in the site then car use is highly likely and its likely that a high proportion of residents would not interact with the rest of Hartlepool, they would be likely to shop in the neighbouring borough. Would need to consult Stockton BC as any developemnt would be reliant on services in Billingham.

Possible to add more housing to Newton Village but its not encouraged as there would inevitable be an intensification of an access or additional access points onto the A689. Difficult, significant cost required for access points or to bypass the village
A689 and Seal Sands Road are busy.

Restrictive Uses Details:
Pylons. High Pressure Gas Pipe, Main Gas Pipe and Ethylene Pipe run through site.

Contamination Details:
No evidence of contamination

At the western end of this site is a small historically landfilled (CLE152) area operated by David Stott Enterprises Limited between 1987 and 1991 for the deposit of construction wastes. 
It is possible that landfill gas generation from this waste may impact upon residential development on this site. A suitable ground investigation and landfill gas survey should be carried out on and around this area, prior to any development.

Vehicular Access From:
Different points at present but significant infrastructure works would be needed for a new site.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
East / South east cycle and pedestrian route adjacent to site.

Local Highway Details:
A689 to north and Seal Sands Road to south.

HBC Highway Comments:
transport Assessment will be required, due to the size of this site it will have an impact on the surrounding highway network, HA will need to be consulted. Poor public transport links.

Sewer Services From:
Unlikely

Both a Water Main and Public Sewer crosses the site and Northumbrian Water Ltd (NWL) would require it to be diverted or placed within a suitable easement.  The site is within 200 metres of a Sewage Treatment Works which by the nature of their function can produce odours which lead to customer complaints. Any development upon this site which the council chooses to permit through the planning process should be supported by a full odour assessment. NWL’s response to the planning application would be dependent upon the outcome of the odour assessment. The site is also near to a Sewage Pumping Station (SPS), therefore in accordance with Sewers for Adoption 7th Edition, habitable buildings should be no closer than 15 metres to the SPS

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Although not considered suitable there are no physical reasons which would preclude the site in coming forward.


Site Description:
rural area, farmstead in middle, stables

HBC Ecological Details:
Potential for SPA birds on large areas of permanent grassland needs investigating.  Water course on southern boundary would need a buffer

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
An isolated site with no services near by, car use is essential. Road needs full upgrade. Southern Parts of the site are also in flood zone 3. Not a suitable site.

Water Services From:
Infrastructure reinforcement required and extensive offsite mains

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
The site is available now, however its is totally unsuitable. The upgarde of the road would have high costs as well as  sustainability mitigation. Put in 15+ catergory.


Site Description:
Undulating farm fields. Red Gap farm adjacent, has access over land. Adjacent to Special Landscape Area

Infrastrcuture Details:
single track road from A689 would need major upgrade. Access through woodland may also be possible

Trees & Planting Details:
not on site bounded by woodland and tree hedge line

HBC Ecological Details:
Special Landscape Area. Greatham Beck on western boundary would need a buffer

Natural England Comments:
Avoiding harm to the character of nationally protected landscapes - National Parks, the Broads
and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - and locally valued landscapes.
Impacts of new housing upon landscape may be positive or negative, direct or indirect, short or long
term and reversible or irreversible. Cumulative impacts may also occur as a result of the combined
effects of more than one housing development.
The assessment of potential housing sites should be informed by the landscape character approach.
The National Character Area (NCA) profiles will provide useful information. These update the national
framework of Joint Character Areas and Countryside Character Areas that are used to inform LCAs.
Further information is available at NCAs
Landscape Character Assessments (LCAs) identify the different landscape elements which give a
place its unique character and can help inform the location and design of new development. Further
information on LCAs is at Landscape Character Assessment.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Site could be developed (existing farm buildings being converted at present) but access to site may be difficult and costly and would likely have an impact on the adjacent Special Landscape Area.

HBC Highway Comments:
Transport Assessment will be required, due to the size of the site it will have a major impact on the surrounding highway network, HA will need to be consulted. Poor public transport links.

Sewer Services From:
existing properties use septic tank

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Could be developed  if the exiting access is upgraded to a suitable standard but there will be significant costs (could be connected into the proposed Wynyard housing site). However due to its poor suitability put in the 15+.


Site Description:
Flat site with a gradient going slightly to the south. Within the Special Landscape Area

Infrastrcuture Details:
access along track from A689 and woods would need major upgrade

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Site not suitable due to location within Special Landscape Area which should be protected. Also very poor in proximity to services and is detached from the existing urban area.

Sewer Services From:
not mains, existing properties use septic tank.

No conflict

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Site could be developed but isolated and in the Special Landcape area. Access would need to be ungraded to a suitable standard but there will be significant costs (could be connected into the proposed Wynyard housing site). However due to its poor suitability put in the 15+.


TV Archaeology Comments:
The site contains the remains of an Iron Age settlement.  A planning condition for suitable mitigation would be a likely response to any suitable proposal (NPPF 141).

HBC Ecological Details:
Surrounding woodland would need a buffer

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Site would appear suitable for an extension to the currently developing housing site to the south. However the suitability of the site overall is poor considering proximity to services.

Local Highway Details:
But if developed will have to access via the A689 which is a very busy dual carriageway

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Is available now but it would appear achievable from year 6 onwards as there are lots properties to be developed on the permitted site to the south.


Site Description:
Mature woodland on site of ancient woodland. Local Wildlife site and also special landscape area

Surface Water Details:
Newton Hanzard Beck along northern boundary

Trees & Planting Details:
Mature woodland on site of ancient woodland. Local Wildlife site. Special landscape area.

TV Archaeology Comments:
The site contains the remains of a post medieval estate.  A planning condition for suitable mitigation would be a likely response to any suitable proposal (NPPF 141).

HBC Ecological Details:
Mature woodland on site of ancient woodland. Local Wildlife site and special landscape area.

Natural England Comments:
Avoiding harm to the character of nationally protected landscapes - National Parks, the Broads
and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - and locally valued landscapes.
Impacts of new housing upon landscape may be positive or negative, direct or indirect, short or long
term and reversible or irreversible. Cumulative impacts may also occur as a result of the combined
effects of more than one housing development.
The assessment of potential housing sites should be informed by the landscape character approach.
The National Character Area (NCA) profiles will provide useful information. These update the national
framework of Joint Character Areas and Countryside Character Areas that are used to inform LCAs.
Further information is available at NCAs
Landscape Character Assessments (LCAs) identify the different landscape elements which give a
place its unique character and can help inform the location and design of new development. Further
information on LCAs is at Landscape Character Assessment.
Avoiding harm to the international, national and locally designated sites of importance for
biodiversity.
International sites include: Special Protection Areas (SPAs); Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) and
Ramsar sites1. National sites include biological Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) and National
Nature Reserves (NNRs) Local sites are Local Wildlife Sites (a variety of other terms are also in use).
The potential impacts of new housing upon such sites may be positive or negative, direct or indirect
and short or long term. Cumulative impacts may also occur as a result of the combined effects of more
than one housing development.
Indirect impacts may be experienced several kilometres distant from new housing e.g. water pollution.
The key to assessing these is to understand the potential impact pathways that may exist between the
development and sensitive sites.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
North East corner has small element which is flood zone 3. Not considered suitable - Local Wildlife Site and special landscape area which should be protected.

Local Highway Details:
Although if developed would have to access via A689 which is a very bust dual carriageway.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Land is available now but not considered achievable without significant detrimental impact on a Local Wildlife Site and special landscape area. Put in 15+ catergory


Site Description:
Arable land with some derelict farm buildings

TV Archaeology Comments:
The site has extensive archaeological remains of the medieval settlement of Newton Hanzard.  The archaeology of the site is well documented.  Any development should include a heritage assessment demonstrating the impact of the development on the medieval settlement and how this will be mitigated (NPPF 128).  Presuming the sensitive remains were designed out of the scheme then a planning condition for suitable mitigation would be a likely response to any proposal (NPPF 141).

HBC Ecological Details:
Bat roosts in derelict buildings and some habitat value from hedges / trees. Surrounding woodland would need a buffer

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Currently permitted employment land. Employment Land Review is currently being refreshed and will be completed in September 2014. Elements of the site may be suitable but this should avoid areas of heritage value.

Local Highway Details:
farm track comes out onto A689 which is very busy dual carriageway.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Could be brought forward relatively early in the programme.


Site Description:
Site was formerly greenfield land including a local wildlife site, but on inspection this has destroyed the wildlife site - west side is mud/construction site, east side has been ploughed.

TV Archaeology Comments:
The site has been subject to previous archaeological field evaluation.  No known archaeological constraint.

HBC Ecological Details:
It is part of a local wildlife site which has been destroyed.

Natural England Comments:
Avoiding harm to the international, national and locally designated sites of importance for
biodiversity.
International sites include: Special Protection Areas (SPAs); Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) and
Ramsar sites1. National sites include biological Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs) and National
Nature Reserves (NNRs) Local sites are Local Wildlife Sites (a variety of other terms are also in use).
The potential impacts of new housing upon such sites may be positive or negative, direct or indirect
and short or long term. Cumulative impacts may also occur as a result of the combined effects of more
than one housing development.
Indirect impacts may be experienced several kilometres distant from new housing e.g. water pollution.
The key to assessing these is to understand the potential impact pathways that may exist between the
development and sensitive sites.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
Has a permission for B1 and B2 as part of a regionally importantly business park. Not considered suitable for housing due to this as it part of the A689 frontage seen as a critical element of the business park development. Employment Land Review is currently being refreshed and will be completed in September 2014.

Local Highway Details:
Adjacent to A689 which is very busy dual carriageway.

Site Achievability First Impression Comments:
Site could be developed relatively early in the programme.


Character of Area:
housing to east, A689 to north, woodland to south, Wynyard woodland walkway to west

Emergency Planning Comments:
The National Grid Pipeline is in this area.

Site Suitability First Impression Comments:
No clear constraints to development. Could be suitable for low density housing.

Vehicular Access From:
would need to be provided from Wynyard housing.

Pedestrian & Cycle Access From:
Wynyard woodland walkway and around the edge

Water Services From:
The majority of this site is outside of Hartlepool Water's Area of Supply

Sewer Services From:
From exsiting Wynyard Housing

No conflict


