Victory: Village Resists 40-Year Developer Battle over Farleigh Fields Sunday, April 21, 2024 victory development farleigh fields backwell north somerset planning resistance affordable housing eco-conscious flood risks After four decades of resistance, developers have finally secured approval to build 90 homes on the picturesque Farleigh Fields in Backwell, North Somerset. The long-awaited permission was granted by planning officers at … Read More
Bath Ballroom Showdown: Defeat for Major Housing Plans Sunday, April 14, 2024 bath housing development campaigners council planning community environment controversy heritage In a dramatic decision, the Bath and North East Somerset Council’s planning committee voted to refuse planning permission for a controversial housing development in the fields on the southern edge of the city. The proposed … Read More
Exciting Planning Developments Unveiled in Bath and North Somerset Sunday, March 31, 2024 planning pub student pods restoration bath north somerset amenities historic townhouse In a week filled with notable planning applications, exciting developments are on the horizon in Bath and North East Somerset and North Somerset. From rejuvenating a country pub to introducing innovative student study … Read More
New Retirement Flats and Downsized Supermarket Planned for Somerset Coastal Town Wednesday, March 13, 2024 retirement flats supermarket downsizing coastal development somerset convenience council planning In a bid to downsize its operations and introduce retirement living options, the Co-operative Group Ltd. has partnered with McCarthy and Stone Retirement Lifestyles Ltd. to propose the development of 35 flats in a Somerset … Read More
Impact of 1,700 New Homes on Frome's Community Raises Concerns Tuesday, March 12, 2024 frome community development housing concerns impact residents environment planning objection Concerns have arisen in Frome over plans for the construction of over 1,700 new homes, with fears that the proposed development may have a detrimental impact on the local community and heighten the risk of flooding in the … Read More
Feedback sought on revised plans for 1,700 new Frome homes Wednesday, March 6, 2024 frome homes community development infrastructure environment planning decision feedback residents Frome residents are being encouraged to share their input on updated proposals for over 1,700 new residences at the southern periphery of their town. Initial plans for the Selwood Garden Community (SGC) were presented in … Read More