Residents fear farmland homes are ‘inevitable’
PLANS SUBMITTED FOR 60 NEW HOUSES IN BRAMCOTE
RESIDENTS living near a farmland earmarked for a 60-home development have given their views on the plans.
Under the proposals, the homes would be built on farmland off Coventry Lane in Bramcote, with access off Sidings Lane.
The development would be a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom houses.
The buildings at the site will be demolished if the project designed by Keepmoat Homes gets the go-ahead.
Jim Hart, 58, said: “I think it’s as good a place as any.
“It’s quite out of the way, really. At the end of the day people need somewhere to live, don’t they? And I can see why that would be a good location to build on.”
Meanwhile Gary Rowe, 71, who was walking along nearby Longden Close, told the Post: “The problem is there isn’t going to be any green space left at this rate. It’s not just here – it’s happening everywhere. I would prefer the houses not to be built, but I suppose it’s out of the way. It’s inevitable, so there’s no point moaning about it.”
Another Bramcote resident, who wished to remain anonymous, said: “Sixty houses seems like quite a lot. “My main worry would be about traffic. That road is very busy and you get cars speeding up and down there. I think that could get worse if you add lots of houses.”
The application states: “In general the proposal meets high architectural standards and enables the creation of pleasant and recognisable streets. “Newly created open space and connections are created alongside retained and enhanced boundary planting. “Throughout the proposals, pedestrian movement is simple and well defined, all areas of the development are accessible on foot and connections are made to the wider area. Streets are defined by landscaping, materials and building positions to ensure natural surveillance and activity throughout.
“The proposal is a well-considered development in a sustainable location. “The proposal also ensures future development of the remainder of the allocation is protected.” The application will be considered by Broxtowe Borough Council’s planning committee.
It’s quite out of the way really. At the end of the day people need somewhere to live, don’t they? Jim Hart