Plans for 250 new homes outside Surrey village submitted
The plans would turn existing farmland in the north west of Godstone into a new neighbourhood
Up to 250 new homes could be built on the edge of Godstone, under plans that would see farmland turned into a brand-new neighbourhood.
The proposal, submitted by Storey Property Developments, targets 12.8 hectares of agricultural grassland on the north-western edge of the village, near existing homes off Tylers Close and Fosterdown, and close to the fire station.
If approved, the development would bring a mix of housing, green space and new walking and cycling routes to the area. Nearly half of the homes would be classed as affordable, with a blend of social rent, affordable rent and shared or affordable ownership. In total, the plans include 127 market homes, 92 affordable or social rent homes, and 31 affordable homes for ownership.
At this stage, the application is outline only, meaning the developer is asking Tandridge District Council to agree to the principle of building on the land. The finer details — such as the exact layout, appearance and house designs — would be decided later if councillors give the green light.
Planning documents describe the vision as creating a “high-quality, sustainable and attractive” neighbourhood that fits in with Godstone and supports the district’s housing needs. The developer says the scheme would be designed to reflect the village’s existing character, while also moving towards a more environmentally friendly future.
Alongside the homes, the plans include large areas of public open space, new footpaths, play areas for children and landscaped green corridors. These would link into existing public rights of way nearby, including routes towards the North Downs Way and National Cycle Network.
Developers say the site’s edges would be softened with landscaping and lower-density housing, creating a gentler transition between the new homes and the surrounding countryside. Existing trees and hedgerows would largely be kept, with new tree planting expected to increase overall tree cover over time.
A landscape and visual impact assessment acknowledges that developing a greenfield site will inevitably change the area. However, it concludes that while there may be moderate visual impacts in the early years, these would reduce significantly as planting matures. In the longer term, many views are expected to have only negligible visual impact.
The land currently has no public access, apart from a nearby footpath, but the scheme would open up new routes across the site for walkers and cyclists. Sustainable drainage features, such as ponds and basins, are also planned to help manage surface water and boost wildlife habitats.
Storey Property Developments says good design is central to the proposal, arguing that “well-designed places create better communities and help make development acceptable.”
The plans will now be considered by Tandridge District Council, where residents will have the chance to comment before a decision is made.