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Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Look: 'Secret garden' woodland plot with stream on market in Gwent town for £650k
A 1.9-acre building plot in Brockweir Common, Chepstow, with established woodland and a stream, is on the market for £650,000. Located high on the side of the Wye Valley, the land is described as offering "wide-reaching views" in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The plot, which is south-facing, includes gently sloping grounds and a variety of well-established fruit trees to the front and rear. According to the property listing, around one acre of the site is natural woodland, referred to as a "secret garden" with a stream running through it. The woodland is said to contain native oak, beech, and hazel trees, as well as spring flowers such as snowdrops, daffodils, wood anemones, and wild garlic. (Image: Roscoe Rogers & Knight via Rightmove) The listing states that by late April, the woodland becomes "a sheer carpet of bluebells." A three-bedroom bungalow currently stands on the plot and was "happily lived in until recently," according to the listing. Planning permission has been granted for a substantial four-bedroom house with an additional annexe and a double garage. Read more House with panoramic views over River Usk in Caerleon on the market Six-bedroom family home with three reception rooms on the market for £800,000 Spacious family home in Langstone with hot tub and summerhouse for sale The proposed main dwelling is approximately 2,500 square feet (232 square metres), with the annexe at 300 square feet (28 square metres). The planning permission is said to have no expiry date, and further details can be viewed on the Forest of Dean District Council Planning Portal under reference P1333/18/FUL. Mains water and electricity are connected to the property, and private drainage is in place. (Image: Roscoe Rogers & Knight via Rightmove) The plot is situated close to the village of Brockweir, which is known for its community shop and café with a playground. The village also has Mackenzie Hall, a venue that hosts National Theatre live-stream shows, yoga, and tennis. A community-owned pub is currently undergoing development. St Briavels, nearby, offers a pre-school and a primary school. Brockweir is located between Chepstow and Monmouth, both roughly eight miles away. For those commuting, Bristol Parkway Railway Station is about forty minutes away, with London accessible in approximately one hour and fifteen minutes by train. The property falls under the Forest of Dean District Council. Directions to the site are provided via local roads from Monmouth, passing landmarks such as Bigsweir Bridge and Brockweir Bridge, with further details available in the listing.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Planning application lodged with proposals to build 750 houses in West Lothian town
Calton Planning have submitted the application on behalf of M2 Group A planning application has been submitted that could potentially see 750 new homes built in West Lothian. Calton Planning have submitted the application on behalf of M2 Group for a residential-led development on land off of Greendykes Road in Broxburn adjacent to Greendykes Bing, to be built in two phases. The proposal is for 503 new homes as part of Phase 1 and up to 247 homes as part of Phase 2, a local centre and open space provision including a gateway park. It also includes plans for associated landscaping, parking, active travel, public transport and infrastructure works with detailed design for phase 1. The application will be considered in line with planning regulations, and a formal decision will be made at a later date. The plans and supporting documents can be viewed via the West Lothian Council Planning Portal at:
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Planning permissions for homes in England fall to record low
The number of housing projects granted planning permission in England in 2024 hit a record low, according to new government figures. Just over 30,000 projects - ranging from single homes to large housing developments - got the go ahead, the lowest full-year figure since records started in 1979 and a further fall from 2023. Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has pledged to deliver 1.5 million new homes before the next general election and a rise in planning applications would be one of the first positive signs. Despite the low, experts said there was optimism in the sector because the government had "an intent to build", and that turning around the planning system would take time. Labour's plans include giving councils new powers to seize land and speed up building. The number of decisions on housing, included those rejected, was also at a record low in 2024. The figures cover the number of permissions granted, not the number of individual homes. They include minor projects of fewer than 10 homes and major projects of 10 or more. Data analysed by BBC Verify suggests the number of completed new homes also decreased during the second half of 2024. Every council in England has been given a target for new homes that they should help deliver each year. In some areas, this means more than five times as many new homes as they typically add. You can see the figures for your area in the BBC's housing tracker. Click here to see the BBC interactive Geoff Keal of Planning Portal, which is used by councils for people to apply for planning permission, said there needed to be a "substantial" increase in planning applications being made, to make up for applications that get rejected and those where no development takes place. But he added: "The government has an intent to build and that's really powerful for [developers], knowing they're going to be supported and they're going to remove blockages. "I think there are reasons to be optimistic, for sure." Plan to make it easier for councils to seize land for housing Housing tracker: Find out about new homes in your area Housing market analyst Neal Hudson, of BuiltPlace, said: "It can take longer to turn the planning pipeline around than a container ship, and developers are currently squeezed on both sides by high interest rates and constrained viability." The government said it was bringing forward "pro-growth" measures to fix a "broken" planning system. A spokesman for the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government said: "These figures show the scale of the housing crisis we inherited along with a broken planning system that stunted growth. "That's why we're already bringing forward pro-growth measures to fix this and deliver the 1.5 million new homes we need, including mandatory housing targets through an updated National Planning Policy Framework and our newly introduced landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill that will overhaul planning committees to fast track and streamline decisions. "This is alongside an additional £100m to bolster local resources with increased planning fees to cover costs, and funding to recruit 300 planning officers, making sure councils have the staff and capacity needed to approve homes for local people." What do you want BBC Verify to investigate?
BBC News
20-03-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Planning permission for homes in England falls to record low
The number of housing projects granted planning permission in England in 2024 hit a record low, according to new government over 30,000 projects - ranging from single homes to large housing developments - got the go ahead, the lowest full-year figure since records started in 1979 and a further fall from Prime Minister Angela Rayner has pledged to deliver 1.5 million new homes before the next general election and a rise in planning applications would be one of the first positive the low, experts said there was optimism in the sector because the government had "an intent to build", and that turning around the planning system would take time. Labour's plans include giving councils new powers to seize land and speed up number of decisions on housing, included those rejected, was also at a record low in figures cover the number of permissions granted, not the number of individual homes. They include minor projects of fewer than 10 homes and major projects of 10 or more. Data analysed by BBC Verify suggests the number of completed new homes also decreased during the second half of council in England has been given a target for new homes that they should help deliver each year. In some areas, this means more than five times as many new homes as they typically can see the figures for your area in the BBC's housing tracker. Geoff Keal of Planning Portal, which is used by councils for people to apply for planning permission, said there needed to be a "substantial" increase in planning applications being made, to make up for applications that get rejected and those where no development takes he added: "The government has an intent to build and that's really powerful for [developers], knowing they're going to be supported and they're going to remove blockages."I think there are reasons to be optimistic, for sure." Plan to make it easier for councils to seize land for housingHousing tracker: Find out about new homes in your area Housing market analyst Neal Hudson, of BuiltPlace, said: "It can take longer to turn the planning pipeline around than a container ship, and developers are currently squeezed on both sides by high interest rates and constrained viability."The government said it was bringing forward "pro-growth" measures to fix a "broken" planning system.A spokesman for the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government said: "These figures show the scale of the housing crisis we inherited along with a broken planning system that stunted growth."That's why we're already bringing forward pro-growth measures to fix this and deliver the 1.5 million new homes we need, including mandatory housing targets through an updated National Planning Policy Framework and our newly introduced landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill that will overhaul planning committees to fast track and streamline decisions."This is alongside an additional £100m to bolster local resources with increased planning fees to cover costs, and funding to recruit 300 planning officers, making sure councils have the staff and capacity needed to approve homes for local people." What do you want BBC Verify to investigate?
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Yahoo
Everything you need to know about plans to transform Hamsterley Forest
It's been four months since Forestry England submitted plans to transform County Durham's largest forest - here's a reminder of everything you need to know. Plans are still under consideration by Durham County Council who will either give the green light or block the proposals. Hundreds of objections and opinions have so far been registered regarding what the plans could bring. By the end of September 2024, public consultations were held within the local community - leading tourist board Visit County Durham describing the development as a possible "game changer" as locals branded it a "crackpot idea". Here's a reminder of everything you need to know about the development. Some of the future £32.6m plans for the 5,000-acre forest include a net zero visitor centre, a bunkhouse, camping area, 70 cabins and a GoApe activity centre. In the 200-page document, which is available to view on the Durham County Council Planning Portal, Forestry England has included further information on traffic issues, jobs, and more. Documents detail that car access is set to be confined for Forest Holidays customers only, as well as intent for the cabins to be accessed from the public highway, using Bedburn Road from the A68. A strict 10mph speed limit is also set to be enforced by "trained" staff. Non-seasonal, all-year quality jobs paying above the living wage are also set to be created, with the estimated number currently standing at 135. Plans were submitted to Durham County Council in November after discussions first began to develop the site back in 2021. No date has yet been given for a decision on the plans - but they will be considered by Durham County Council in due course. What do local residents think? Those living in the forest as well as in the nearby village Hamsterley have issued a multitude of concerns relating to transport, nature, access and more as many argue it would "destroy" the forest. In December, The Northern Echo spoke to villagers and residents of The Grove who emphasised they will "continue to fight" the plans. (Image: NORTHERN ECHO) Hundreds of objections have been submitted on the council's planning portal - from local residents to major organisations. As previosuly reported by The Northern Echo, The Environment Agency are one such body who raised five "concerns" as well as how Forestry England "may overcome them". The agency argued that some plans are incompatible with a flood zone, have an inadequate flood risk assessment, a drainage system poses an "unacceptable risk of pollution", there are risks to water quality, and there is "inadequate evidence" that protected and priority species have been considered. In another objection, The Woodland Trust made reference to the "ancient woodland" of Windy Bank Wood, where they argue that "a veteran oak tree and a veteran Scots pine" would be impacted. The also argued proposals do "not comply with national planning policy" and there is "no wholly exceptional reason" why the development should be near ancient woodland. They wrote: "Ancient woodland and veteran trees are irreplaceable habitats. As such, they should be protected from any form of development that will result in their loss or deterioration. "The Trust objects to this proposal on account of loss and deterioration of irreplaceable habitat. This application contravenes national planning policy designed to protect ancient woodland and in its present form should be considered for refusal." It is also understood that the following parish councils have, in a joined effort, objected to the plans: Evenwood and Barony Parish Council Etherley Parish Council Woodland Parish Council Winston Parish Council Lynesack and Softley Parish Council South Bedburn Parish Council Hamsterley Parish Council Eggleston Parish Council Marwood Parish Councils Stainton and Streatlam Parish Council Stanwick St. John's and Carlton Parish Council A spokesperson said: "As with any project of this nature, a range of views is anticipated, and we are carefully working through all consultee enquiries. "We acknowledge the objections and where consultees have set out what we need to provide to satisfy their requirements, we are currently collating this information. Recommended: The Woodland Trust objects to Hamsterley Forest plans Forestry England plans would 'destroy' Hamsterley Forest "This will take time and will be submitted to the planning authority for their consideration, therefore there is no defined timeline yet for planning committee. "The planning process is iterative and the requirement to submit supplementary information at various stages, to support informed decision-making and address any questions raised by statutory consultees is to be expected. "We remain committed to the project which has been designed with the forest's long-term future in mind, balancing the needs of visitors, wildlife, and the local community ensuring the forest evolves in a way which responds to the demands of local, regional and national needs."
