Desirable Somerset Town Faces Threat of Becoming a Commuter Spillover Wednesday, June 4, 2025 wellington somerset housing development infrastructure flooding community planning commuter realestate Residents of Wellington, Somerset, are raising alarms over the rapid pace of new housing developments that threaten to overwhelm their town and transform it into a commuter spillover zone. Once celebrated for its unique charm … Read More
Over 300 Homes Approved Near Blackdown Hills Beauty Spot After Council Withdraws Defense Tuesday, June 3, 2025 development somerset blackdownhills housing planning appeal infrastructure flooding transport education More than 300 new homes are set to be constructed on the outskirts of the Blackdown Hills following a successful appeal by Gladman Developments. The Congleton-based developer submitted outline plans last October for 315 homes … Read More
Flood Alerts Issued for Somerset Coastline Amid Heavy Rainfall Tuesday, May 27, 2025 flood somerset coastline tidal environmentagency clevedon porlock severnestuary hightide flooding Flood alerts have been issued across parts of Somerset, highlighting increased flood risks due to recent heavy rainfall combined with high tidal activity. Coastal communities are being urged to stay vigilant over the next 24 … Read More
Former Somerset Primary School Site Approved for New Homes and Offices Thursday, May 22, 2025 somerset bridgwater redevelopment housing affordablehomes planning environment flooding canal infrastructure The former Somerset Bridge Primary School site in Bridgwater is set to be transformed into a new development comprising homes and office space, following a recent approval by Somerset Council’s planning committee north. … Read More
Fight launched to stop 190 homes being built in flood zone Thursday, May 22, 2025 flooding planning development housing yatton floodzone localplan northsomerset appeal persimmon North Somerset Council has taken its fight to the High Court in a bid to overturn a planning inspector’s decision allowing the construction of 190 homes on flood-prone land in Yatton. The contested site lies within flood zone … Read More
Somerset Village to Expand with 350 New Homes Amid Flooding and Traffic Concerns Wednesday, May 21, 2025 williton somerset housing development flooding traffic renewableenergy planning lovellhomes a39 A major housing development is underway in the Somerset village of Williton, with plans approved for 350 new homes despite ongoing concerns about flooding, traffic congestion, and renewable energy use. The Wyndham Estate … Read More