‘Once-in-a-Generation’ Plans for 620 Somerset Homes Secure Second Approval Friday, January 9, 2026 somerset sheptonmallet housing development planning phosphates community infrastructure affordablehousing education Plans for a transformative development of 620 homes in Shepton Mallet, Somerset, have gained local council approval for the second time. This large-scale project by C. G. Fry and Son, in partnership with the Duchy of Cornwall … Read More
35 Homes Approved in Growing Somerset Village Following Supreme Court Ruling Saturday, January 3, 2026 martock somerset housing planning development phosphates mitigation construction supremecourt affordablehousing A major milestone has been reached for housing development in Martock, Somerset, as plans for 35 new homes have finally received approval following a pivotal Supreme Court decision. This ruling clears the way for construction … Read More
35 Homes Approved for Construction in Growing Somerset Village Following Supreme Court Decision Saturday, January 3, 2026 somerset martock housing development planning supremecourt phosphates construction affordablehousing environment A major boost for housing in the Somerset village of Martock has come after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of proceeding with new developments without additional environmental mitigation. This ruling clears the way for 35 … Read More
New Campsite Proposal Near M5 Faces Planning Hurdles Thursday, December 25, 2025 campsite planning appeal m5 taunton somerset development environment phosphates biodiversity The future of a proposed campsite near the M5 motorway between Taunton and Trull remains uncertain as the Planning Inspectorate prepares to decide on a new appeal slated for early next year. Anthony Ormerod initially sought … Read More
New Campsite Appeal Near M5 Advances Amid Environmental Concerns Thursday, December 25, 2025 campsite planning appeal somerset environment phosphates biodiversity development taunton m5 A decision is expected in early 2026 regarding the approval of a new campsite located between Taunton and the M5 motorway. The proposed development sits on Dipford Road in Trull parish, roughly halfway between the village … Read More
The 20 Largest Housing Developments Approved in Somerset for 2025 Friday, December 19, 2025 somerset housing development planning construction infrastructure phosphates appeals localplan communities Over the past year, Somerset has approved more than 3,600 new homes across its 20 largest development sites. Despite longstanding challenges—including pandemic disruptions, financial viability concerns, and environmental … Read More