David Wilson Homes Proposes Large Housing Development in Steeton

The development, which has already attracted 60 objections, would see the construction of 151 homes, including 36 affordable units, on a site between Steeton Cricket Club and a rail line. The area lies within a floodplain, but the developers plan to set aside this land for green space. If approved, the development would be the largest in the area, and would require the developers to prove "exceptional circumstances" as to why planning rules should be ignored.

Key Takeaways:

• The proposed development would consist of 151 homes, including 36 affordable units, and would be the largest in the area.
• The site lies within a floodplain, but the developers plan to set aside this land for green space.
• The development would require the developers to prove "exceptional circumstances" as to why planning rules should be ignored.
• The application states that the site is ideally located to deliver new homes for the benefit of the community and that the proposal has a specific emphasis on delivering high quality public space and biodiversity improvements.
• The proposal would generate an integrated development that supports local services, contributes to local character, and provide new natural space and habitats.
• The developers acknowledge the importance of sustainable development that meets the needs of current and future generations.

Statistics:

• 151 homes would be constructed on the site, including 36 affordable units.
• 60 objections have already been raised against the proposal.
• The site lies within a floodplain.
• The development would require the developers to prove "exceptional circumstances" as to why planning rules should be ignored.

Sources:

• [David Wilson Homes planning application for the Steeton site]
• [Image caption: Steeton Site, JPIMedia]