Plans revealed for 44 homes in Elmswell despite opposition from the parish council
A development on a seven acre site in Elmswell featuring 44 homes is set to be given the go ahead later this month despite opposition from the parish council.
The original decision on the plans, close to Warren Lane, was put off by councillors at Mid Suffolk District Council in December, with more information required as to what effect they would have on expansion of the Lawn Farm Quarry.
Outline planning permission for the plans, submitted by J D and RJ Baker Farms Ltd and including a mix of apartments, bungalows and houses, of which 15 are affordable, was granted for 38 homes in 2018 including six more dwellings.
The planning and design statement for the project, prepared by Ashenden Architecture, says: “The proposals will provide much-needed new housing, including affordable housing, which will enable a positive impact upon the character and appearance of the surrounding built form of the village.
Elmswell Parish Council has raised concerns with the project, amid fears they could lead to linking with other developments as well as the site’s proximity to the quarry.
The plans, to be presented to the development control committee, is for the delegation of planning permission to be given to the chief planning officer.