Plans for up to 80 homes in Burbage

A planning application has been submitted for a new housing estate in Burbage.

Residents have until Thursday 16th April 2020 to comment on the plans for the land in Sketchley Old Village. 

The application has been submitted to Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council by Persimmon Homes North Midlands and relates to land behind Spinney Road, Manor Close and Sketchley Old Village. 

Image: Taken from the application to Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council. 

The plans would see access created off Cardinal Drive in Burbage, near to the Hansom Cab off Rugby Road. 

The planning application states, "The site is located outside the current development limits of Burbage. However, it is considered to be a good location for new housing given the number of local facilities in the surrounding area, and its proximity to surrounding settlements."

"The site is enclosed by residential areas to the north and east. By incorporating appropriate landscaping along the western and southern edge – and retaining and strengthening existing planting – the site constitutes a logical extension to Burbage, thereby improving the quality and choice of housing in the local area."

The applicant states that approximately 80 dwellings could be built on the site with a mix of of "mid-market, starter, and affordable housing".

The proposed development comprises of 2 and 2.5 storey dwellings.

Image: Taken from the application to Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council. 

You can see the detailed planning application on Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council's website here. 

Local residents have until 16th April 2020 to submit their comments on the application with a decision expected in June 2020.