Following a summer of earthworks at Fairham, which saw O’Brien Contractors complete major groundwork ahead of schedule in preparation for winter, work has now started on the next phase of infrastructure works at the development.
Delivered by O’Brien Contractors on behalf of master developer Clowes Developments, in partnership with Homes England, the earthworks are part of a wider £100m infrastructure investment across the 606-acre site.
This upcoming stage represents a pivotal milestone in transforming the site, as it will unlock the newly plateaued plots, enabling the delivery of housing.
The works will be extensive and technically complex including the construction of new carriageways designed to support future traffic flows efficiently and safely, and the installation of comprehensive surface water drainage systems to ensure sustainable management of rainfall and protect the infrastructure from flooding.
They will also see the erection of lighting columns to provide safe, well-lit thoroughfares throughout the development, the construction of bus stops and associated infrastructure to enhance connectivity and encourage sustainable transport options, and the implementation of essential utility services, including water, gas, electricity, and telecoms, forming the backbone for the new residential plots.
Once complete, Fairham will offer 3,000 new homes, over one million sq ft of employment space, and 200 acres of open green space.
Alongside residential and employment zones, plans include a local centre, new education and healthcare facilities, sports and leisure amenities, and a safeguarded route for a future NET tram extension.
