Following the success of the first public exhibitions and webinar concerning initial proposals for a new mixed-use development at the Swan Centre and Bull Hill, The Leret Partnership is inviting the residents to upcoming events in Fetcham, Ashtead, and Bookham to continue the feedback process to help shape the plans further.The Leret Partnership, a joint venture between Kier Property and Mole Valley District Council, held events in Leatherhead over two weeks between 11th and 20th July 2024 to listen to the public’s views on its emerging proposals to develop new high-quality homes alongside a range of new commercial facilities, local shops and green spaces, as part of the wider Transform Leatherhead programme.&nbsp;In total there were 584 visits to the public exhibitions, with 399 feedback forms completed in person or online to date. There were 46 individual registrations to attend the webinar, with a total of 30 viewers watching live.Demographic data among responders showed a healthy balance of age groups and genders, and the vast majority of those filling out surveys were local residents of Leatherhead. The information contained within the responses has given The Leret Partnership’s project team an important steer as they adapt the proposals to better reflect the needs and desires of local residents. This feedback will be taken into consideration as the plans continue to evolve, before a further round of pre-application consultation in due course.&nbsp;The upcoming drop-in events in Fetcham, Ashtead, and Bookham will be taking place between 5:30pm and 7:30pm at the following dates and locations:&nbsp;<table border="1" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="605"><tbody><tr><td valign="top">Date</td><td valign="top">Venue</td></tr><tr><td valign="top">Monday 19 August&nbsp;</td><td valign="top">St Mary’s Church Fetcham, 10A The Ridgeway, Fetcham, Leatherhead KT22 9AZ</td></tr><tr><td valign="top">Thursday 5 September</td><td valign="top">Ashtead Peace Memorial Hall (Ralli Room), Woodfield Lane, Ashtead KT21 2BE</td></tr><tr><td valign="top">Wednesday 11 September</td><td valign="top">The Old Barn Hall Bookham (Main Hall), 55 Church Road, Great Bookham, Leatherhead KT23 3PQ</td></tr></tbody></table>&nbsp;These events offer local residents in these villages an opportunity to find out more about the proposals and have their say. The project team wants to hear what these nearby communities think about these initial proposals.The proposals aim to:<ul><li>Develop high-quality new housing that is multi-generational and accessible to all.</li><li>Bring new multi-use buildings and places to Leatherhead, better serving the local community and reinforcing connections across the town through high quality design and redesigned public open space.</li><li>Enhance the retail offer and increase footfall to Leatherhead town centre, improving the public realm.</li></ul>The consultation process will close at midnight on Monday 16 September 2024.&nbsp;Leigh Thomas, Group managing director, Kier Property said: “We’re proud of our ambitions to revitalise Leatherhead’s town centre, and the events so far have given us much food for thought as we adapt our plans according to the needs of the local community. It was important to us to ensure turnout was as high as possible, and reflected the demographic profile of the community, which was a success on both counts.&nbsp;“We look forward to further understanding what people want to see from the new developments in the next set of events.”Cllr Keira Vyvyan-Robinson, Cabinet Member for Property and Projects, Mole Valley District Council, said:&nbsp;“It’s great to see so many people engaging with our consultation. We’ve been actively seeking views from residents, businesses and key stakeholders who will be directly affected by the development. Additionally, we would like to hear from people in the surrounding areas to understand if our proposals appeal to them and whether they might visit Leatherhead more often or even consider moving here.“To further involve the wider community, we’ve decided to add three additional sessions to our public engagement on The Leret Partnership consultation. Two of these events are scheduled for September, ensuring that everyone with an interest has an opportunity to find a suitable date.” &nbsp;For anyone unable to attend the events, the project website&nbsp;theleretpartnership.co.uk has information about the project, including a recording of the webinar, and consultation along with a range of options for submitting feedback.&nbsp;The deadline for submission of comments to this consultation is 23:59 on&nbsp;Monday 16 September 2024. Any feedback submitted after this date may not be considered.&nbsp;For more information about this consultation, how to reach the event venues, or for any further questions people can contact the project team directly by calling 0800 915 3598 or send an email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@theleretpartnership.co.uk">info@theleretpartnership.co.uk</a>. &nbsp;www.transformleatherhead.com

New dates announced to help shape Leatherhead’s future following success of Swan Centre and Bull Hill consultations

<div>The Leret Partnership would like to hear your views on proposals for new mixed-use development at the Swan Centre and Bull Hill.The Leret Partnership, a joint venture between Kier Property and Mole Valley District Council, is seeking feedback on proposals to develop new high-quality homes alongside a range of new commercial facilities, local shops and green spaces, as part of the wider Transform Leatherhead programme.&nbsp;This was due to launch on Thursday 23 May 2024, but was delayed due to the announcement of a general election.The consultation, which is now running from Monday 08 July to Monday 16 September 2024, is an opportunity for local residents to find out more about the proposals and have their say. The project team wants to hear what the community thinks about these initial proposals, ahead of submitting an outline planning application to Mole Valley District Council.&nbsp;Work has already begun to develop a masterplan for the two sites. The proposals aim to:<ul style="list-style-type: disc;margin-left:undefined;"><li>Develop high-quality new housing that is multi-generational and accessible to all.</li><li>Bring new multi-use buildings and places to Leatherhead, better serving the local community and reinforcing connections across the town through high quality design and redesigned public open space.</li><li>Enhance the retail offer and increase footfall to Leatherhead town centre, improving the public realm.</li></ul>Leigh Thomas, Group managing director, Kier Property said: &ldquo;This is an exciting opportunity for Leatherhead that will help revitalise the town centre, through the provision of new homes and commercial space which will generate new jobs whilst looking to improving connectivity through the town and access to green spaces. Through this consultation process, we&rsquo;re keen to understand what people want to see from new developments and consider that as we refine and develop our proposals.&nbsp;&ldquo;We&rsquo;d encourage people to get involved and provide their comments and opinions &ndash; your views matter.&rdquo;Cllr Keira Vyvyan-Robinson, Cabinet Member for Property and Projects, Mole Valley District Council, said:&nbsp;&ldquo;I am delighted that residents, businesses and visitors to Leatherhead will have the opportunity to have their say on the proposals for the Swan Centre and Bull Hill, bringing to life these two key Transform Leatherhead projects.&ldquo;As well as providing much needed new homes, we aim to create a lively and vibrant town centre for all to enjoy. I would encourage everyone with an interest in Leatherhead to take part in this consultation to help shape the future of our town.&rdquo;As part of the consultation, the Leret Partnership is holding both in-person events and an online webinar. People are invited to come along, to find out more about the proposals and ask the project team questions.During our in-person events the Partnership will be supporting Leatherhead food bank, part of Good Company - a local charity that works to prevent and alleviate poverty. Donations of food will be accepted at the four in-person events across July.&nbsp;Come along to one of our drop-in consultation events and meet the team<ul id="isPasted"><li>Thursday 11 July 2024,&nbsp;4pm to 7pm at <a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-outlook-id="5a5d923e-fcbf-4f3a-b8c3-2bc23e67247e" href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/7KGZfyfndZmRTcCx6">The Jam Place, Hamilton House, Regent&rsquo;s Park, 299 Kingston Rd, Leatherhead KT22 7FP</a></li><li>Saturday 13 July 2024,&nbsp;9.30am to 1pm at <a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-outlook-id="11357013-cc71-45df-b7c4-6ff0995ecad6" href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/AhYc6HW3EXdNUCeq9">The Swan Centre (Unit 3, formerly Clinton Cards), Leatherhead, KT22 8AH</a></li><li>Tuesday 16 July 2024,&nbsp;10am to 2pm at <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/AhYc6HW3EXdNUCeq9">The Swan Centre (Unit 3, formerly Clinton Cards), Leatherhead, KT22 8AH.</a></li><li>Tuesday 16 July 2024,&nbsp;6pm to 7pm via <a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83110221556">Online event on Zoom</a></li><li>Saturday 20 July 2024,&nbsp;9.30am to 1.30pm at <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/7KGZfyfndZmRTcCx6">The Jam Place, Hamilton House, Regent&rsquo;s Park, 299 Kingston Rd, Leatherhead KT22 7FP.</a></li></ul>For anyone unable to attend the events, the project website theleretpartnership.co.uk has information about the project and consultation along with a range of options for submitting feedback.The deadline for submission of comments to this consultation is 23:59 on&nbsp;Monday 16 September 2024. Any feedback submitted after this date may not be considered.&nbsp;For more information about this consultation, how to reach the event venues, or for any further questions people can contact the project team directly by calling 0800 915 3598 or send an email to <a href="mailto:info@theleretpartnership.co.uk">info@theleretpartnership.co.uk</a> www.transformleatherhead.comENDSNotes to EditorsFor all media enquiries, please contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@theleretpartnership.co.uk">info@theleretpartnership.co.uk</a>More information about the food bank can be found here - <a href="https://epsomewell.foodbank.org.uk/give-help/donate-food/">https://epsomewell.foodbank.org.uk/give-help/donate-food/</a>.About Kier&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Kier is a leading UK infrastructure services, construction and property group.&nbsp;&nbsp;Our purpose is to sustainably deliver infrastructure which is vital to the UK, and we are committed to leaving lasting legacies through our work.&nbsp;We provide specialist design and build capabilities and the knowledge, skills and intellectual capital of our people to ensure we are able to project manage and integrate all aspects of a project.You can find out more about Kier on our website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kier.co.uk">www.kier.co.uk</a></div>

Help shape the future of the Swan Centre and Bull Hill - consultation launches on proposals for redevelopment in Leatherhead

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The Leret Partnership is working with a Design South East (DSE) Design Review Panel as part of developing its proposals for The Swan Centre and Bull Hill. 

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<h1>Design Review Panel</h1>The Leret Partnership is working with a Design South East (DSE) Design Review Panel as part of developing its proposals for The Swan Centre and Bull Hill. &nbsp;<h2>What is DSE?</h2>DSE is an independent, not-for-profit organisation which provides expert design guidance to local authorities and developers across south-east England. &nbsp;<h2>What is a Design Review Panel?</h2>Set up by DSE, this is a group of experts in design who look at building proposals at an early stage in the design process and give feedback. The Design Review Panel for the Leret Partnership is different and unique as it includes at our request a range of local stakeholders so that they too have an opportunity to give feedback on the proposals as they evolve. &nbsp;

<h2 id="isPasted">Who is on the Leret Partnership Panel?</h2>The DSE formed a professional panel, led by the renowned architectural firm Allies &amp; Morrison. Alongside six independent design professionals, there are five key stakeholder groups taking part:<ul type="disc"><li>The Leatherhead Business Improvement District Steering Group, brings insights from the group of businesses looking at the potential for establishing a business improvement district in Leatherhead town centre.</li><li>The Leatherhead &amp; District Countryside Protection Society, offers expertise on environmental and countryside preservation.</li><li>The Leatherhead Residents Association, provides a voice for residents and their everyday concerns.</li><li>The Leatherhead Community Hub operating at North Leatherhead Community Centre, ensures community-centric perspectives are considered.</li><li>The Leatherhead Youth Project, advocates for the interests and viewpoints of the younger population in Leatherhead.</li></ul><h2>What has happened to date?</h2>We have had two workshops with the panel and plan to have another one later this year. The Leret Partnership design team presented their emerging proposals for discussion and feedback. Everyone who attended has shared their thoughts, ideas, and recommendations to help us improve the emerging proposals for Bull Hill and the Swan Centre.&nbsp;

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<h1 id="isPasted">Have your say</h1>Have your say on the proposals for the Swan Centre and Bull Hill

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<h1>Read the proposals for the Swan Centre, Bull Hill, and improving connections</h1><h2>Click here to read about:</h2><h3><a href="https://theleretpartnership.commonplace.is/proposals/proposals-for-the-swan-centre/step2">Swan Centre</a></h3><h3><a href="https://theleretpartnership.commonplace.is/proposals/proposals-for-the-swan-centre/step3">Bull Hill</a></h3><h3><a href="https://theleretpartnership.commonplace.is/proposals/proposals-for-the-swan-centre/step4">Improving connections</a></h3>Or click the &quot;Next&quot; button below to read through each section.

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Improve accessibility and the variety of retail and leisure facilities to introduce a wider range of uses to better serve the needs of the community.We want the proposed enhancement of the Swan Centre to act as a catalyst to revitalise the town centre shopping and leisure experience to position Leatherhead as a destination town.&nbsp;Our aims:<ul><li>Create a new leisure core at the heart of the Swan Centre to include restaurants, bars and cafes</li><li>New retail and leisure uses to meet future growth</li><li>The delivery of public realm improvements including new shop fronts, paving, planting, street furniture and lighting</li><li>Provide a new and improved arrival space to the shopping centre from the high street</li><li>Further works to improve the accessibility, circulation and user experience within the existing car park</li></ul>&nbsp;We aim to carry out the works while minimising disruption to the Swan Centre and the high street to keep shops open and active while the changes are made.

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<h3>Swan Centre Features:</h3><ul id="isPasted"><li>Four new restaurant and caf&eacute; units as part of a new leisure core connecting the high street.</li><li>New four screen cinema with feature bar and restaurant.</li><li>14 revitalised retail units with new shopfront and public realm improvements.</li><li>Creation of a new central square for markets and events.</li></ul>

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<h2>Our proposals for Bull Hill</h2>Our vision for Bull Hill is to regenerate the site to provide a new neighbourhood in the town centre for people of all ages to live, work and play in line with Mole Valley District Council&rsquo;s Local Plan 2020-2037.&nbsp;Project aims:<ul><li>New homes, including a wide range of apartments and townhouses and a mixture of open market and affordable homes for purchase and rent</li><li>New transport hub providing car, bike and motorcycle parking facilities for residential, office and public use</li><li>New market leading sustainable office space to appeal to new and existing employers within the town</li><li>A new landmark hotel</li><li>Enhance the quality of the open space for both people and wildlife</li><li>New ground floor space for retail, leisure and community facilities</li></ul>&nbsp;We propose to create high quality green spaces across the development for local people to enjoy, including an improved playground, seating, potential water features, improved ecology, walkways and cycle routes through the development.

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<h3>Landscape elements - key</h3><ol id="isPasted"><li>Station Plaza</li><li>Rain gardens</li><li>Feature shared surface</li><li>Laybys</li><li>Green halo</li><li>Retained feature trees</li><li>Sustainable Urban Drainage System (SUDS) pond</li><li>Play area</li><li>Park</li><li>Bull Hill Plaza</li><li>Riverine cascading rain garden</li><li>Shared surface</li></ol><h3>&nbsp;</h3>

<h3>Our landscape proposals include:</h3><ul class="decimal_type" id="isPasted"><li>Creation of direct, safe and green pedestrian and cycle links across the site to connect the train station and the high street</li><li>Creation of a central green with pond, lawns and a new play area</li><li>Creation of safe public realm that is overlooked by new homes</li><li>New planting to create habitats for nature</li><li>Planting of circa. 80 new native trees</li><li>Creation of a &lsquo;Green Halo&rsquo; around the perimeter of the site with new native street trees to enhance the streetscape</li><li>Creation of new plazas with &lsquo;al fresco&rsquo; activity</li><li>Series of water features including swale/rain gardens and a pond to manage surface water drainage on site</li></ul>

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<h2>Improving Connections</h2>The masterplan creates a new pedestrian route across Bull Hill to improve the connection between the station and the high street as well as retaining trees to line walkways and open spaces.Delivering high quality placemaking and connected green space for everyone to enjoyOur proposals for the Swan Centre and Bull Hill will include open spaces and aim to preserve and enhance the landscape and natural environment. This will include options to improve the public realm such as walkways, cycleways and pedestrian routes.

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Artist impression of proposed entrance to the Swan Centre and view along the high street

View of existing entrance to the Swan Centre and view along the high street

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Community Impact

<h1>Community Impact</h1>Learn more about the sustainability impact and socio-economic benefits of the proposals.<h2>Sustainability</h2>Our sustainability vision focuses on maximising social and economic value, through sustainable design, to create a well-connected scheme integrating nature into the landscape, increasing enjoyment for people and support to wildlife.This also includes the delivery of Leatherhead&rsquo;s first net zero carbon office building which will target key sustainability requirements such as BREEAM Excellent, EPC &lsquo;A&rsquo; rating, NABER&rsquo;s 5 star enabled and a Green Lease designed to Cat B.<ul><li>Net zero carbon - all buildings and homes will be &lsquo;net-zero ready&rsquo;, future proofing against climate change by utilising a low carbon, all-electric servicing strategy</li><li>Fabric first approach - with buildings designed for high performance and efficiency reducing energy demand to reduce carbon and protecting homeowners and occupants against high energy bills</li><li>On-site renewable energy generation - we will aim to maximise opportunities for generating renewable energy</li><li>Fossil fuel free - the whole project will be powered using electricity with no on-site gas or carbon emitting generation</li><li>Electric vehicles - provision of electric vehicle charging points will be provided across the two areas</li><li>Biodiversity - targeting 20% biodiversity net gain including provision of a new wildlife pond, over 80 new trees and green roofs throughout to enhance local biodiversity and wildlife populations</li><li>Re-use - to minimise the carbon footprint of the redevelopment at the Swan Centre, the strategy focuses on reusing and improving the existing structure as much as possible, not demolishing and rebuilding</li><li>Sustainable travel - promote public transport and active travel including the delivery of a new transport and cycle hub</li></ul>

<h2>Economic Benefits&nbsp;</h2><ul><li id="isPasted">Approx &pound;15,000&nbsp;per new home, Community Infrastructure Levy contribution fund towards improvements to transport, educational and medical facilities Regeneration&nbsp;of two key sites in the town centre</li><li>Approx 450 new homes&nbsp;for the benefit of the local community</li><li>Over &pound;20m&nbsp;of new infrastructure delivered on site including a new park, transport hub and connectivity improvements&nbsp;</li><li>Approx 1,000&nbsp;construction and supply chain jobs&nbsp;annually over the construction period, with 50% targeted at SMEs</li><li>Affordable housing for rent, shared ownership and to purchase.</li><li>Approx &pound;1.1m&nbsp;per annum additional business rates revenue benefitting the public purse</li><li>Approx &pound;5.3m&nbsp;local spending by construction workforce in total</li><li>Approx 10,000&nbsp;sq ft of new accessible community facilities&nbsp;</li><li>Additional &pound;26m&nbsp;spend created in Leatherhead per annum</li><li>Over 1,000 full time jobs&nbsp;created on site, across Mole Valley and the local area</li></ul>&nbsp;All figures are indicative only and are subject to change.&nbsp;

<h3>Social value</h3><ul id="isPasted"><li>Through Kier&rsquo;s sustainability framework &lsquo;Building for a Sustainable World&rsquo;, we are committed to delivering leading social impact that positively contributes to meeting the needs of the community.</li><li>Estimated total social value offer targeting &pound;250m+ benefiting Mole Valley district and the wider region</li><li>Establish a community design review panel including community members</li><li>Skills and community benefits plan - a rolling 3-year employment working with construction partners to create jobs, apprenticeships and develop skills, including &lsquo;green&rsquo; construction skills</li><li>Support local education and youth groups through:</li><li>A rolling plan of engaging with secondary schools and youth groups to support with career opportunities and routes into the development and construction industry</li><li>Deliver Kierriculum - an education resource for 4 - 18 year olds, connecting lessons to different parts of the development and construction industry</li><li>A workshop with a primary school to design a play area</li><li>Support local and regional small and medium-sized enterprises and social enterprises</li><li>Volunteering - continue our engagement with local groups to provide practical support in Leatherhead</li></ul>

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