Planning permission granted for redevelopment of Tintagel Close in Keynsham
We've been granted planning permission to demolish Tintagel Close in Keynsham and replace the existing 1960s-built block with 45 affordable, modern homes.
Tintagel Close, Keynsham
Tintagel Close in Keynsham is a block of 44 three-bedroom maisonettes built in the 1960s. Curo is proposing to demolish and redevelop the estate to provide 45 modern and energy-efficient affordable homes for social rent and shared ownership in a well-designed scheme that is integrated and connected with the wider neighbourhood.
What will the new scheme look like?
The new homes at Tintagel Close will be very different from what is currently there. Take a look at our most up to date site layout following consultation in October 2023 below to get an idea of what the new scheme will look like.
What's changed?
There have been some changes since we last met with residents to share our plans, following a review process with the Council. The changes are outline below.
The main changes to the previous plan are:
- Slightly denser scheme, with more terraced houses.
- Fewer buildings behind Queens Road Church.
- One access road instead of two, which will be offered for adoption.
- Fewer homes with integrated parking (9 instead of 17).
- 4 two-bed flats over garages instead of 2.
- Some underground water storage crates as part of the surface water drainage, to be maintained by Curo.
The key aspects that remain the same:
- A total of 45 properties, replacing the 44 at Tintagel Close.
- All 1-bed flats will have private entrances, so no shared indoor areas.
- Major improvements to the public open spaces, including drainage basins as part of the surface water system.
- Each home will have its own allocated parking space, with some houses having rear access to garages beneath the flats over garages.
- Electric vehicle charging points will be provided for each home, so no shared management is needed.
- Houses will have air source heat pumps, and the flats will have a combined heat pump/electric panel system.
The new homes will be mostly houses rather than flats. We will have 18x1-bedroom homes arranged in blocks of three to avoid large blocks like the old Tintagel Close buildings, while the rest of the homes will be houses, ranging from one to four bedrooms. 35 homes will be available through the Council’s lettings system, HomeChoice, for subsidised social rent – typically 40% below the market rate – while 10 homes will be sold through Shared Ownership.
Shared Ownership is a part-rent, part-buy scheme in which the deposit is far less than a buyer would need to purchase a home on the open market. This typically supports younger buyers to take their first step on the housing ladder. People interested in Shared Ownership can register their interest and check their eligibility at https://www.curo-sales.co.uk/shared-ownership/buying-options/.
Parking
All of the new homes will have parking, with 21 having carports designed to reduce on-street parking. Some homes will also have electric vehicle charging points.
Green space
We want to use this as an opportunity to improve the whole neighbourhood, not just Tintagel Close. We're proposing some landscape improvements and to build some more accessible community open spaces as part of the redevelopment. We want to enhance the public space so it provides a pleasant, welcoming environment for everyone.
Our proposals include:
- Courtyards with greenery and convenient parking, perfect for gathering and pedestrian-friendly access.
- A well-landscaped arrival area, creating a focal point for residents and visitors alike.
- New community space, integrated with the Queens Road Centre.
- A landscaped space behind the development leading onto Kelston Road Park
Why redevelop Tintagel Close?
We've been working with residents at Tintagel Close since 2018 to understand the work and investment that would be needed to upgrade these homes and make sure they're fit for the future.
Initially, we believed that it would be possible to refurbish the building while residents remained in their homes. However, following more detailed surveys, as well as new government legislation on fire and building safety and energy efficiency, we have re-evaluated the project.
Having carefully considered all the facts, including feedback from residents at Tintagel Close, our Board decided to approve the recommendation to demolish the building and redevelop the site.
We believe the demolition and redevelopment of Tintagel Close is the most viable solution through which we can provide sustainable homes for the long term. We want to create a safe and attractive neighbourhood that fits in with existing homes and can improve the wider area and benefit the local community.
Our redevelopment proposals will be guided by what local residents tell us and our overall objective to provide a modern, integrated estate with new affordable housing (social rent and shared ownership) for the local community.
To achieve this, we need to consider building both on the existing footprint of Tintagel Close, as well as on some of the nearby grassed areas (see image below). This would enable us to provide much-needed high-quality affordable homes for people with different needs while ensuring we deliver the best possible scheme design.
What happens next?
Your feedback will help us to finalise our proposals for the site before submitting our planning application later in the year, when you’ll be able to comment on the specifics of the project, including the design of the homes, development layout and other details such as parking arrangements.
We will keep local residents up to date with our progress, including via this web page.
Community newsletters
Click on the links below to view our community updates about the proposed redevelopment of the Tintagel Close estate.
Tintagel Close News
Tintagel Close to be redeveloped by Curo
Housing association Curo has announced its intention to demolish and redevelop a block of 44 maisonettes at Tintagel Close in Keynsham, following a prolonged period of consultation with residents of the estate.
Curo celebrates local community heroes
Two Bath residents, including a six-year old with a passion for keeping his community looking great, have been crowned Curo’s 2019 Community Heroes at the housing association’s annual Residents’ Conference held on 17 and 18 September.
Drums and BBQ bring Keynsham community together
On Friday 28 June residents of Tintagel Close in Keynsham enjoyed a community barbecue and drumming evening. Residents took the lead on organising this event which was designed to bring the community together and would involve children and adults.
Tintagel Close residents come together for community clear-up
People living in Tintagel Close in Keynsham got together to show their appreciation for their neighbourhood by taking part in a community clear-up.