A CAMPAIGN to halt a housing development in Hampton-In-Arden is under way.
Villagers have launched the petition against Cityheart’s outline plans to build 130 homes on land off Old Station Road.
The plans say the homes will be a mix of two, three, four and five bedroom homes with provisions for landscaping, parking and open space.
An application for outline planning permission allows for the Council to make a decision on the general principles of how a site can be developed but works should not begin until full planning permission has been given by the authority.
However, residents are trying to halt the application to be halted in its outline stage.
A GoFundMe site set up by Dave Ash says: “As part of the fight against the proposed housing development on Old Station Road, our neighbor Phil has paid £1,920 go get professional advice from a planning consultant – this advice will benefit the entire road (as well as the rest of the village) – accordingly, I am setting this up so that people can show their support and contribute towards those costs.”
After six days the target had almost been met with £1.915 donated.
Planning documents created by Made it Together on behalf of Cityheart states: “The proposal seeks consent for up to 130 dwellings. While the mix and tenure are not fixed at this stage, the illustrative masterplan demonstrates how the site could be arranged to accommodate a variety of house sizes and types (ranging from two bed to five bed properties), fostering a well-balanced community that responds to local housing needs.
“The proposed development focuses on enhancing biodiversity and creating high-quality outdoor spaces for both residents and the wider community.
“Additional tree planting and the use of native species aim to create a diverse and rich habitat where ecology can thrive.
“The proposed landscaping scheme has been designed to minimise visual impact on the surrounding areas while enhancing the relationship between open green spaces and the planned built development.
“The aim is to create high-quality, functional open spaces that promote social cohesion within the community.”
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