Our proposal retains and rejuvenates the historic chapel, ensuring its continued use, while redeveloping the remainder of the site to create two new high-quality, flexible commercial office buildings. The scheme is designed to reflect the characteristics of the Botley neighbourhood and overcome previous planning refusal for a residential scheme.

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The development will feature a sheltered private courtyard at the centre and a landscaped green boundary that enhances the street scene. Building1, towards the north of the site on West Way, will combine the existing chapel with a new rear extension, delivering 317m² of commercial space. Building 2, to the south of the site, will provide 699m² of additional space.

Both buildings will use materials in keeping with the local context, including red brick, clay-tiled roofs, and stone detailing. Their positioning has been carefully considered to align with adjacent terraced housing, improve the streetscape, and create a focal point facing into the courtyard. Window locations and sizes will control solar gain and heat loss, directing views towards the courtyard and away from less attractive outlooks.

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The proposed scheme is targeting a carbon reduction greater than 40% over Building Regulation Part L requirements (EPC A), alongside sustainable water management, improved site ecology, support for active travel with EV charging, secure cycle storage, and end-of-trip facilities. The design also prioritises well-being, social value, and a tranquil green environment away from the bustle of nearby streets.

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