New Burbage estate will get 72 homes

NEW homes will be built off Lutterworth Road in Burbage, with developers promising dwellings of a distinctly 1930s feel.

Councillors approved reserved matters for the scheme which will feature 72 properties ranging from one bedroom to four bedrooms and containing 14 affordable homes.

Outline planning permission for up to 80 homes was granted in January 2016 before an appeal was due to be heard.

Developer Davidsons initially had a submission turned down but later argued the borough at that time could not demonstrate a five-year housing supply.

To avoid going to appeal the second application was granted.

Now competitor Redrow has followed through with a blueprint to progress the project on former agricultural fields at the back of existing houses.

The firm’s submission stated: “The aim of the proposal is to provide a new high quality residential development that respects and enhances its existing landscape and built context.”

The estate will access from Lutterworth Road and a new crossing and extra footpath are planned.

In an attempt to disperse the road noise from the neighbouring M69 a densely wooded embankment has been established between the site and the motorway.

Redrow said: “A range of plot sizes are proposed, from detached houses to semi-detached and terraced. The scale of the site will be two storeys, with feature dwellings in key locations, these have been positioned in prominent corner locations aiding legibility and wayfinding through the site.

“The proposed properties will have a distinct 1930s architectural style, reflecting the quality workmanship of that era.”

The plans for the 3.4 hectare plot were vigorously opposed by residents and the parish council when initially submitted.