These circumstances included environmental and visual improvements, a better quality design and a sustainable form of development, providing a high density scheme on a brownfield site that is accessible by alternative modes of transport. In terms of the openness of the Green Belt, the proposal was considered to have a neutral impact. These material considerations were accorded sufficient weight by the Council to set aside the normal presumption against new housing development in the open countryside. As a result, outline consent was granted, subject to a Section 106 Agreement. We continued to provide advice and negotiation during the drawing up of the S106 Agreement, and liaised with solicitors and Council Officers.