Plans revealed for 650 homes either side of A3

Initial plans for an up-to-650-home development on both sides of the A3 have been submitted for consideration.

The proposed development, which would be linked by a bridge, comprises several parcels of land both north and south of the Esher Bypass, including Chippings Farm on Elvedon Road.

According to a report prepared on behalf of applicants Cala Management Limited and Burhill Developments Limited, the proposal also includes commercial space and open space to the north of the A3.

Elmbridge Borough is expected to respond to the plans by the start of September.

The report details three area for the proposed development.

The private Elveden Road runs through the southern parcel, which is bound by the Fairmile pub and Premier Inn hotel, and the Old Common Local Nature.

The Norwood Farm landfill sits within the northern parcel, while the eastern parcel of the site borders Elveden Road.

Any development would be up to a maximum of three storeys to reduce the potential visual impacts, while primary access would be provided via Elveden Road connecting directly to Portsmouth Road.

Should the proposal proceed, construction would begin in July 2028 with the development completed by January 2035.

People can comment on the plans until 28 August.

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