Development of housing in Calne halted due to lack of necessary infrastructure; project denied approval.
Wiltshire Council Refuses 100-Home Development in Calne
In a recent decision, Wiltshire Council has refused an application to build up to 100 new homes on land east of Spitfire Road in Calne. The proposed development aimed to provide much-needed housing in Calne in a sustainable location and improve public access.
However, the application faced opposition from Calne Town Council, Calne Without Parish Council, and local residents. The primary concerns revolved around the development's location and its potential impact on local services, traffic congestion, and loss of greenfield.
The town council expressed worries that the development would worsen the existing infrastructure issues in Calne, specifically the lack of additional doctors and dentists. The Public Protection Officer also maintained an objection due to the unaddressed issues.
The case officer report stated that issues of noise, odour, and dust impacts from neighbouring Abberd Fields Farm were not adequately considered and addressed in the development's plans. Furthermore, the development's problems were determined to outweigh its benefits, particularly given the current availability of housing land in Wiltshire.
The application was submitted by Robert Hitchins, a family-owned property company, in 2022. The proposal aimed to create a distinctive development that responds to the local character and environmental context. However, the application was denied due to it being contrary to multiple policies in the Wiltshire Core Strategy.
Unfortunately, the specific reasons for Wiltshire Council's decision were not provided in the available information. For detailed reasons, it would be necessary to consult official Wiltshire Council records or contact them directly for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
It's worth noting that this decision does not seem to affect any new housing plans in Stockton-on-Tees or Guildford Cathedral housing plans, as no such rejections were mentioned in the provided information.
This decision highlights the importance of considering community concerns and environmental factors in development projects. As Wiltshire Council demonstrates sufficient supply of housing land, future developments will need to address these concerns to gain approval.
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