Bargate has submitted a planning application for up to 100 homes in the Dorset village of Burton, near Christchurch.
Located north of Salisbury Road, the housebuilder intends to deliver a mix of one- and two-storey dwellings on the 28.57-acre site with 50% of the homes designated affordable.
Bargate was selected as the preferred development partner for the site by the landowner and their advisers in 2025. The housebuilder appointed masterplanning specialists Mosaic and planning consultancy tor&co to develop the design parameters for the development.
Luke Vallins, head of planning at Bargate, said: “Due to the special nature of this site, we have put forward development parameters for up to 100 homes, rather than submit a fixed masterplan. Particular attention has been placed on maximising the number of homes that benefit from the attractive easterly views over the adjoining rural edge.
“Whichever development layout is selected, green space will always remain a key feature of this site. Our initial proposals focus the new housing on the southern field, while the western parcel, known as Winkton Fields, will continue to function as playing fields. The eastern parcel is also proposed as a significant area of green space.
“Lodging these plans for Burton supports our continued westward expansion and compliments existing Bargate developments at Hordle and Pennington. This site offers a rare opportunity to respond to Burton’s housing needs and put forward an exemplary scheme, including all the design detailing the Bargate brand has become synonymous with over the past two decades. We look forward to continuing to work with BCP Council officers, elected members, stakeholders and local people as this important planning application progresses.”
