Plans for the Staplegrove urban extension—a significant housing and commercial development on Taunton’s north-western edge—are moving forward, with an anticipated 60 weeks of major roadworks required to support the …
Plans have been submitted to construct an extensive ‘solar factory’ across a vast area of Wiltshire countryside. Lime Down Solar Park Limited proposes a 500 megawatt solar farm north of the M4 near Malmesbury, promising …
Bath is considering new regulations to prevent the conversion of “family homes” into houses in multiple occupation (HMOs). HMOs are shared houses where unrelated adults—such as students, professionals, and low-income …
Plans for more than 150 new homes are moving forward near the site of Somerset’s ambitious £4 billion ‘gigafactory.’ Agratas is rapidly developing the cutting-edge manufacturing facility within the Gravity enterprise zone, …
Somerset councillors have unanimously approved plans for 18 new homes near the well-known Old Oak Farm wedding venue in Curry Rivel, despite community concerns over the capacity of local sewage systems. West of England …
The government’s approval of Bath Rugby’s new stadium at the Recreation Ground marks a pivotal moment for the historic city of Bath. Secretary of State Steve Reed’s decision not to call in the plans has cleared the final …
Construction could begin on the first phase of a new ring road around Somerset’s ambitious £4 billion gigafactory project before Christmas, pending planning approval. Agratas is developing the large-scale gigafactory within …
A hangar at Wroughton airfield, which previously housed a 550-metre indoor go-karting track known as Swindon Karting, is now proposed to return to its original use as a warehouse and storage facility. Operated by Steven Coen …
Bath and North East Somerset Council’s planning committee has voted to block a major solar farm proposal, despite the council’s declaration of a climate emergency. The planned 28.2-hectare solar farm near the village of …
Bath and North East Somerset Council’s planning committee has rejected a proposal for a major solar farm, despite the council’s ongoing commitment to addressing the climate emergency. The proposed solar farm, spanning 28.2 …
Bath Rugby’s ambitious plan to build a new stadium in the heart of Bath has received a significant boost after the Government declined to call in the planning application, allowing the local council to proceed with granting …
The future of speedway and other sports at Abbey Stadium in north Swindon is under threat, as Gaming International, the stadium’s owner, has submitted planning applications that could transform the site beyond recognition. …
Plans for nearly 80 new homes on the edge of a cherished Somerset beauty spot have been approved following a successful appeal by Gladman Developments. Originally, the developer sought permission in 2020 to build up to 90 …
Wiltshire Council has approved plans to build 180 new homes on farmland near Trowbridge, despite strong local opposition and concerns from councillors. Barratt Homes submitted the application to develop the site at Maxcroft …
Plans to build a large-scale solar park spanning 114 hectares—equivalent to around 160 football pitches—near Chippenham will be reviewed by a planning inspector after Wiltshire Council denied consent. In December 2023, Exagen …