Frequently asked questions

Q:Who is Grainger?
Q:Where is Newlands?
Q:How big is Newlands?
Q:How many new homes are planned at Newlands?
Q:Why is the masterplan being redesigned?
Q:Apart from new homes what will be included in the plans?
Q:What is being done to encourage biodiversity?
Q:How much affordable housing will be provided?
Q:When will the planning application be submitted?
Q:Will there be further opportunities to see the plans and give our views?
Q:If this all goes ahead, when will building work commence?
Q:How will you discourage people from using their cars?
Q:What have you done to get the views of local people?
Q:How many people were invited to the exhibition?
Q:What benefits will Newlands bring to the area?
Q:Who will decide whether or not this goes ahead?
Q:Where will the access points be?
Q:How much employment will be created?
Q:What will happen to the cemetery?
Q:What is SUDS?
Q:There are listed buildings on the site. What will happen to these?
Q:We have read about the vision for the site. Has this changed now the development has been re-designed?

A:Grainger was formed in 1912 and the company is now the UKs largest listed residential landlord. Grainger now focuses on developing large scale, residential led mixed use sites through working effectively with partners such as local authorities, communities and other relevant stakeholders.