The most significant planning applications submitted in Buckinghamshire including Hollywood-backed film complex
Here are some of the biggest planning applications in Bucks this year.
In late November Marlow Film Studios was given the green light following a government review.
The plans were initially rejected by Buckinghamshire Council, amid concerns about developing on protected green belt land.
But after developer Dido Property Limited lodged an appeal, the government confirmed in October 2024 that the case would be reviewed.
That review has now concluded, with the secretary of state for housing, communities and local government, Steve Reed, granting approval for the scheme. His decision follows a detailed public inquiry held in Wycombe.
Robert Laycock, CEO of Marlow Studios: said “We are very pleased with the decision by the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government to approve our planning application for Marlow Studios.
“The determination is a real vote of confidence in the UK and in its creative industries. This is a meaningful decision for anyone who believes in the UK’s future, our nation’s creative genius, and our unmatched capability to inspire the world.”
Acclaimed directors, James Cameron and Sam Mendes, were among the A-listers who supported the scheme.
In August plans for up to 390 homes on the edge of Princes Risborough, were up for discussion at Buckinghamshire Council. The hybrid application, submitted by Bloor Homes and local landowners, seeks outline planning permission for the development on land between Longwick Road and Mill Lane. The site forms part of the town’s major expansion area, earmarked in the Wycombe District Local Plan for around 2,500 new homes. Planning officers have recommended the scheme for approval, subject to a legal agreement and conditions.
In November again, plans for a 1,000-home development plan were made by developers for Burnham.
The proposal for Hitcham Farm land west of Lent Rise Road, Burnham, has been shared with the community in a pre-application consultation.
Developers, Croudace Homes, have shared their ‘vision’ for the area, saying it would ‘create a sustainable new neighbourhood of up to 1,000 new homes alongside new countryside open space for the whole community to enjoy’.
In October Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust submitted plans to redevelop Wycombe hospital. The proposal is to build a new hospital building on car park B at the hospital site.
The proposed building would replace and re-provide these key services in the new purpose-built facility. The proposed development would house an NHS Cardiac and Stroke Receiving Unit, along with cath labs, operating theatres, intensive care, cardiac wards, endoscopy, and diagnostic services, supported by upgraded infrastructure.
The trust says the new high-quality, sustainable building will help secure Wycombe Hospital’s long-term future by bringing together acute and community services under one roof.
Several older buildings deemed unfit for purpose would be replaced by this facility designed to improve efficiency, safety, and patient care.
In February plans to demolish a shopping centre and build 303 flats were approved by a council despite concerns over parking and straining local health services.
Dandara Living’s application to redevelop Chilterns Shopping Centre in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, was unanimously voted through by Buckinghamshire Council.