Montgomery Town Council Objects to Proposed Housing Development

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The proposed housing development of over 50 homes in Montgomery, Powys, has sparked controversy due to concerns over traffic congestion, infrastructure, and the impact on the town's historic castle. Powis Estates has submitted an outline planning application to Powys County Council, which includes a mixture of two, three, and four-bedroom houses, with 11 of them being affordable homes. However, Montgomery Town Council has formally objected to the proposal, citing inadequately addressed issues such as limited parking, strain on local infrastructure, and potential congestion.

Key Takeaways:

  • The proposed development includes 54 homes, with 11 being affordable, and a mixture of two, three, and four-bedroom houses.
  • Montgomery Town Council has formally objected to the proposal, citing concerns over traffic congestion, limited parking, and strain on local infrastructure.
  • The council is worried about the impact on the setting of Montgomery Castle and views from the castle.
  • Councillor Jeremy Brignell-Thorp has requested the application to be "called in" to be decided by county councillors on the planning committee.
  • The development may exacerbate congestion and accessibility issues, as limited parking in the town is expected to worsen the problem.
  • Local GP surgeries are reportedly already "under pressure," and the primary school does not have room to take more children.
  • Montgomery Town Council believes that adequate infrastructure must be in place to encourage non-car travel and support a more sustainable development approach.
  • Councillor Brignell-Thorp suggests that the development should be accompanied by the link road connecting Forden Road and Station Road, as stipulated in the Local Development Plan.

Statistics:

  • 54 homes are proposed to be built in the development.
  • 11 of the homes will be affordable.
  • 42 homes will be private dwellings.
  • Montgomery Town Council has expressed concern over limited parking in the town, raising fears of exacerbated congestion.
  • The primary school is reportedly full and has no room to take more children.
  • Local GP surgeries are "under pressure" due to increased demand.
  • The proposed development is expected to strain local infrastructure, including roads and public transportation.

Sources:

  • "Objections raised over plans to build over 50 homes in Montgomery", BBC News (exact wording from original text).
  • No additional sources were mentioned in the original text.