Proposal to build 170 homes on village edge

The development, if approved, would be built on land off Long Grey, pictured, and Garner Way

Developers have submitted plans to build 170 homes on the edge of Fleckney.

David Wilson Homes wants to construct the properties on a 18.6 acre (7.5 hectares) area of farmland to the north of the village.

Planning officers at Harborough District Council are considering the scheme for a site off Long Grey and Garner Way.

Documents lodged with the authority said the company proposed 40% of the homes would be affordable properties.

They also said the new estate would include areas of green space, including allotments.

A decision on the planning application is expected to be made later this year.

Another planning application has been submitted for a further 170 homes on an adjacent field, off Leicester Road, which officers are considering.