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3. Approximate acreage of land to be acquired—
Acres.
Eastbury and Upney 108.7
Greatfields and Lodge Lane 59.5
4. Average number of houses per acre 10
5. Approximate localities in which land is to be acquired.
The Eastbury, Upney Farm, and Lodge Lane Estates adjoin
the eastern boundary of the developed portion of the district.
Greatfields is south of the developed portion of the district
and adjoins the Council's existing Housing Estate.
6. Time within which it is proposed that the scheme (or if the
scheme is to be carried out by instalments, each part of
the scheme) is to be carried into effect:—
Part of Scheme. Approximate Date for Completion.
Eastbury Estate July, 1921.
Upney Farm Estate July, 1922.
7. Particulars of any measure necessary, as part of the scheme,
for the preservation of existing erections of architectural,
historic or artistic interest, or for the preservation of the
natural amenities of the locality.
Eastbury House, an Elizabethan mansion, has already been
acquired by the National Trust. The lay-out of the estate has
been planned with a view to leaving an open space round it.
8. Any other provisions (including provisions for joint action
with any other Local Authority).
9. Is it anticipated that the scheme may subsequently require
to be amended? If so, any relevant considerations should
be stated.
It is probable that sites for schools and other buildings will
be required on the Eastbury and Upney Farm Estates. The layout
of the former estate may require amendment.