Design Buy Build Issue 17 2015 | Page 22

Yard House Mews Development Detailed consideration has been given to access requirements and what is generally feasible for the site in its context. The development will comply with the Building Regulations, with easy flat access and appropriate services on the ground floor. Block D ground floor unit closest to the parking area will be fully DDA compliant, whilst doors width and door furniture will be suitable for all members of the community. The nature of the vehicle accesses ensures that all current and future users will have equal and convenient access to buildings and communal spaces. By reason of location the site is well situated to make use of alternative forms of transport accessible to pedestrians and has an excellent PTAL rating. It is within easy walking distance of Croydon town centre with its wide range of shops, services, leisure facilities as well as a wide range of employment opportunities. It is also very close to a mainline railway station as well as numerous bus services, whilst a primary school lies a very short distance from the site. Cycle parking is provided to the LPA standards, with both communal secure cycle storage and private spaces available. 022 Architects/ Landscape: DIZarchitects Tel: +44 (0)208 9987576 Email: [email protected] Web: www.dizarchitects.com Structural Engineers: RJC Structural Design Tel: 01636 636777 Email: [email protected] Web: www.rjcstructural.co.uk Energy Consultants: FES Group Tel: 0207 0969186/ 01904 674890 Email: [email protected] Web: www.consultfes.co.uk