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Babergh District Councillors have approved the finishing touches to their Council’s draft Local Plan – in readiness for the public inquiry due to start in September.
At the full Council meeting yesterday (July 12th), Councillors reaffirmed their support for the Chilton Woods development which, if approved, will combine housing (including 200 affordable homes), new businesses and community and recreation facilities. The final submission incorporates a number of minor alterations, including improvements to the Belle Vue junction.
At the same time, full Council agreed to a number of minor changes to other parts of the Plan such as the removal of two housing sites at Brantham and Sudbury. All of these changes will be publicised and objectors to the changes will be given the chance to have a say at the inquiry if they so wish.
“This Local Plan faithfully reflects Babergh’s objectives to create a sustainable and healthy local economy, and maximise the supply of low cost affordable houses in the area and to enhance the environment. We are confident that it is a good plan which can help support the local economy and improve opportunities for employment and affordable homes” commented Neil Greig, Babergh’s Head of Planning Policy & Economic Development.
The Local Plan Inquiry begins on September 14th and is likely to last for 3 months.
More information on the Local Plan. |