The provided diagrams illustrate the current industrial area in Norbiton town and the proposed future development of the site.
Overall, the comparison between the two maps highlights a significant transformation in the Norbiton area, with the industrial landscape making way for extensive urban development.
Initially, the existing industrial site comprises a single road leading to a factory, surrounded by farmland on one side and a river meandering around the town on the other. In contrast, the future development plan involves the demolition of all 8 factories to make room for 7 residential areas, including housing estates on two sides of the factory. Notably, a playground is set to be established to the southeast of the residential zones. Furthermore, the river’s course will be slightly altered to accommodate these changes, with a house replacing the farmland to the north of the river, while the farm will be relocated to the northeast of the town.
Moreover, the planned development includes the introduction of essential facilities such as shops, a hospital, a playground, and the main school building. Infrastructure improvements involve the construction of new roads encircling the factory, with a connecting bridge to facilitate access to the city center. Additionally, new pavements are slated for development to the north-west, and an extra thoroughfare will be created to provide access to recreational spaces. Lastly, enhanced pedestrian pathways, including a viaduct over the watercourse, will be integrated into the northern part of the town.