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Developers lodge plans near Telford for 1,575 homes
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Developers Bloor Homes have submitted plans for 1,575 homes, a primary school, sports facilities, and business land on an 89-hectare site between Shawbirch and Bratton, north of Telford. The scheme forms part of a proposed 2,100-home community and is estimated to bring over £293m in construction investment. A decision on the application is expected by 29 January following a consultation period ending on 3 November.
Wichtige Punkte
- Plans submitted by Bloor Homes for 1,575 homes on an 89-hectare arable farmland site north of Telford.
- The development includes a new primary school, sports facilities, public open spaces, specialist housing for elderly people, and land for businesses.
- The project is estimated to deliver more than £293m of construction investment over 13 years and create hundreds of jobs.
- Almost 39 hectares will be dedicated to green space, sports facilities, play areas, and sustainable drainage, alongside a pledged 10% biodiversity net gain.
- The final number of affordable homes remains subject to infrastructure costs.
- The public consultation runs until 3 November, with a planning decision expected by 29 January.