Chapter 2. Evidence and Analysis PRINCIPAL CONSTRAINTS

The site suffers four main constraints, which would influence the design of any redevelopment proposal as well as its viability. The main issue is the poor condition of some buildings and the presence of asbestos within. This would condition any demolition or repurpose work. The quarry stepped topography and ecological sensitivities also condition which areas can be developed and how.

The Cement Works is only accessed from the A283 Road via two left-in and left-out accesses, which provides safe access for only a limited number of vehicles/hour without causing congestion. There is no access to the upper quarry, which is isolated and not subjected to surveillance, which has led to trespassing episodes. Public rights of way circumvent the site; however, this is impenetrable by the public at the moment.