Client: Consortium of Land Owners The Coalville Urban Extension is a large-scale development set to deliver 3,500 homes, revitalising the area through sustainable planning. Spread across 440 acres, the project will create two new communities, complete with schools, healthcare centres, and local shops. The design prioritises green infrastructure, with 74 hectares dedicated to parks, walking, and cycling paths. This development will also integrate environmental improvements by transforming a disused colliery spoil tip and enhancing local wildlife habitats. Services we provided Water Engineering & Flood Risk Civil & Infrastructure Engineering Environmental & Sustainability Consulting Geotechnical & Ground Engineering Ground Investigation & Land Quality Transport Planning & Traffic Engineering Our Role BWB was commissioned by a consortium of housing developers and landowners to provide strategic transport and highways consultancy, contributing to the development of a comprehensive masterplan and development brief. Our involvement began with the creation of an access and accessibility strategy, including a public transport strategy and risk assessment of potential off-site highway impacts. Utilising materials Our engineering team developed innovative solutions to utilise onsite materials for earthworks, creating clean capping layers while reducing the environmental impact and eliminating the need for extensive off-site disposal. Furthermore, we engaged extensively with the Environment Agency and local authorities to secure approvals for Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) and to ensure the project adhered to environmental regulations. Sustainable travel As the project advanced, BWB assumed responsibility for delivering a Transport Assessment and Travel Plan as part of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) planning application for a 2,700-home scheme on part of the site. Our involvement ensures that the project meets high standards of accessibility and sustainability, supporting long-term community development. Challenging location BWB faced several challenges due to the site’s historical use as a colliery spoil repository. Managing the earthworks to re-engineer the land for development without compromising flood storage was a key concern. Additionally, overcoming the legacy of incomplete designs from previous consultants required meticulous planning and stakeholder engagement.