Eight-Year Planning Battle Ends with Approval for 112 New Homes in Taunton
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
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A protracted planning saga spanning over eight years has finally concluded with the approval of 112 new homes in Taunton, Somerset. Gladman Developments, based in Congleton, first submitted proposals in November 2017 to develop land adjacent to Pyrland Farm off Cheddon Road, on the northern outskirts of Taunton.
Originally, the developer sought permission for 180 homes, but the plans were rejected by the Taunton Deane Borough Council’s planning committee in July 2019.