01/05/2026
✔️PLANNING PERMISSION SUCCESS ✔️
Outline planning permission has been secured for up to 52 residential dwellings on the former Sherwood Hall School playing fields in Mansfield, on behalf of .
Vacant for over 14 years, the site presented a number of sensitivities, including its historic playing field designation, proximity to neighbouring homes and schools, access constraints, and concerns around loss of open space.
Aspbury Planning & Heritage was appointed to lead the application and develop a robust, evidence-led case for redevelopment. A proactive strategy was key. Early engagement with the local planning authority and highways officers helped shape access and technical requirements, while a comprehensive public consultation ensured local concerns were understood and addressed. Over 1,100 nearby households were consulted, alongside ward councillors, with feedback directly influencing the scheme.
The team coordinated a detailed technical evidence base covering highways, drainage, flood risk, ecology, biodiversity net gain, and environmental impacts. A critical element was demonstrating that the playing fields were genuinely surplus, supported by evidence of alternative sports provision nearby.
The approved outline scheme includes a mix of homes, affordable housing, new public open space, and sustainable drainage solutions, alongside pedestrian and cycle connections. Importantly, it establishes the principle of development while safeguarding detailed design for future stages.
This approval not only unlocks a long-unused site in a sustainable location, but also provides a clear pathway to delivery. It reflects a balanced approach to planning policy, technical considerations, and community engagement—ultimately turning a constrained site into a valuable residential opportunity.
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