Four years in the making for Latimer and three years after winning the competition our Tendring Colchester Borders Garden Community masterplan has been submitted for planning. The proposal emphasises long-term public benefit, infrastructure provision and place stewardship, demonstrating how a housing association can create a purpose-led community - marrying design ambition and viability, while aligning with the principles of the New Towns Taskforce.
A benchmark project for future living, the Garden Community features three distinct, walkable neighbourhoods, shaped around public transit and active travel. The scheme includes up to four primary schools, one secondary school, mobility hubs, health hubs, and a civic common including cultural venues and a modern Guildhall. Across the neighbourhoods, Latimer will deliver 7,750 high-quality homes, at least 30% affordable, which will include homes for affordable rent, social rent and shared ownership.
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