The appeal is allowed and planning permission is granted for the erection of up to 45 dwellings (Class C3), public open space including woodland/amenity area and improvements to existing allotments, balancing pond and associated earthworks at Land off Leys Lane, Meriden, West Midlands in accordance with the terms of the application, Ref 2011/1500, dated 15 September 2011, subject to the conditions in the attached schedule.