Taylor Wimpey has advised that planned works are due to be carried out to the rear boundaries of properties numbered 31–61 Webb Road, on Herdwick Gate.

The works involve the replacement of approximately 140 metres of fencing located to the rear of these properties.

The footpath between Webb Road to Bailey Road will also be closed for safety reasons. 

The works are anticipated to remain ongoing for approximately 16–18 weeks, (although the sign says 20 weeks), starting on Monday 18th May, subject to site conditions and operational requirements.

A letter (shown below) has been issued to the directly affected residents, and the relevant Housing Association has also been informed to ensure that tenants are made aware of the proposed works.

Taylor Wimpey Letter #1

Dated 8th May 2026

Upcoming Essential Maintenance Works – Parking Request 

Dear Resident,

We are writing to inform you of upcoming essential maintenance works scheduled to take place within the development.

These works will require access for large vehicles and lorries, which need sufficient space to safely enter, manoeuvre, and carry out the required activities. The works are currently planned to take place on the following road: Webb Road

Works will commence week commencing 18th May 2026

To help ensure the works can proceed safely and without delay, we kindly request that, where possible, residents and visitors refrain from parking on these roads during the above times. Vehicles parked on the roadway may restrict access for the lorries and could result in delays or the temporary suspension of works.

We appreciate that this may cause some inconvenience and thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding while these essential works are carried out.

Please note that access for emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times.

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact Customer Services via email.

End of Taylor Wimpey Letter #1

In addition, a separate letter (shown below) is being hand delivered to residents of Webb Road requesting their co-operation in relation to parking arrangements during the works, as access will be required for delivery vehicles and contractors.

Taylor Wimpey Letter #2

Undated

Dear Resident,

We are writing to update you on the essential maintenance works that is to be completed to your rear garden fence/boundary. 

The works are required to address an issue relating to ground movement (rotational slip) affecting a section of the boundary and will involve the replacement of approximately 140 metres of fencing.

Works are scheduled to commence on: Week Commencing 18th May 2026 and are expected to continue for approximately 16-18 weeks.

For reasons of safety and security, the Works Area will have to be temporarily fenced off this will mean that the gravel footpath from Webb Road to Bailey Road will be out of use of use for the duration of the works. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and assure you that the path will be re-opened as soon as is safely practicable.

You will given notice prior to the day the works are to commence at your specific property.

It is anticipated that the entire extent of the works will take approximately 16 to 18 weeks to complete with the works commencing 

The Works will commence at number 31 Webb Road (plot 81) and working along the line of the fence, to finish on number 55 Webb Road (plot 68), with no more than 4 properties affected at any one time.

The first stage of the works will involve the removal of any plants, shrubs, sheds and any other items from the line of your rear fence, back to a line approximately three metres from the fence.

All items currently in this ‘three-metre zone’ have been photographed during the survey works that have already taken place. However, for the sake of completeness, our contractor will take further photographs immediately prior to any works commencing in your property. The plants and shrubs will be replaced with new, once the works are complete. All other items will be carefully removed and placed in an area of your remaining garden to be agreed with you.

Upon completion of the works, the photographs will be referred to, in order to restore your garden to its current condition.   

Following the removal of all items in the ‘three-metre zone’, a temporary ‘Heras-style’ metal fence will then be erected along the three-metre line. This will be for safety and security reasons whilst the works are carried out.

The existing rear fence will then be removed, and an area of ground, extending approximately one metre back from the fence line, will also be temporarily excavated to allow for the construction of a new retaining wall.

The removed soil will then be reinstated against the new retaining wall and a new close-board fence erected on top of the retaining wall.

Your side boundary fences will then be re-secured to the new rear fence.

The temporary security fence will then be removed and your garden restored as closely as possible to how it is now.

The works to your individual property should take no more than 2 weeks.

Please rest assured that your garden will be kept secure for the duration of the works and we will try to keep the level of disruption to a minimum.

The works are being carried out for Taylor Wimpey by Shines Environmental Company Ltd.

Any questions or concerns regarding the works should be directed in the first instance to Taylor Wimpey Customer Care.

Due to the nature of the works, there will also be increased activity in the immediate area, including the use of heavy goods vehicles to deliver materials. 

As access is limited, we kindly request that, where possible, you avoid parking on the roadway in the vicinity of the works during this period to allow safe access for vehicles and operatives.

While every effort will be made to minimise disruption, you may experience some noise and general disturbance during working hours. We will endeavour to complete the works as efficiently as possible.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation while these essential works are carried out.

End of Taylor Wimpey Letter #2

 

HGHF-RA Committee

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