Residents Frustrated with Bristol Development Site's Disruption and Dust

Strategic Insights -

Residents living next door to Bristol's Fosseway School site say their lives are being severely disrupted by the ongoing construction project, with complaints filed to Bristol City Council, Goram Homes, and Vistry regarding clouds of dust, noise, and disorderly traffic. The site is part of a larger development that will see up to 200 new homes built, with 130 being constructed in the first stage. The development includes affordable housing options, but residents express disappointment with the current state of the project.

Key Takeaways:

  • Up to 200 new homes are being built on the Fosseway School site, with 130 in the first stage, including 65 affordable homes for social rent.
  • The residents of Wells Road have lodged complaints about dust, noise, and traffic disruptions, citing health concerns due to uncontrolled dust and lack of cleaning facilities.
  • Goram Homes stated that Vistry is doing everything possible to minimize the impact, but residents argue this is not sufficient.
  • Residents have shared photographic and video evidence of the issues, including uncontrolled dust, and have contacted local councillors, the MP, and council officials.
  • A council officer acknowledged the problem, stating that the situation was unacceptable, but a formal response from the council and Goram Homes is awaited.
  • The exceptional dry conditions in the spring and summer of 2025 have added to the challenges of minimizing the project's impact, according to a Goram Homes spokesperson.

Statistics:

  • 200 new homes are being built on the Fosseway School site.
  • 130 homes are being constructed in the first stage.
  • 65 of the first-stage homes will be affordable and available for social rent.
  • 130 homes will be built in the first stage.
  • Half of the first-stage homes will be classed as 'affordable'.

Sources:

  • Goram Homes:

"Vistry is doing everything they can to minimize the impact on the residents."

  • Bristol Post:

"The Post has contacted Goram Homes and Bristol City Council and a formal response is awaited."

  • Council Officer's Email:

"I agree that this is unacceptable."