Dozens of homes planned for agricultural land

Up to 70 homes could be built on the land in Barton-under-Needwood

Dozens of homes could be built on agricultural land after plans for the development were submitted to a council.

The scheme would see up to 70 houses built on 4.5 hectares (11 acres) of land north of The Green in Barton-under-Needwood near Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire.

A planning application lodged with East Staffordshire Borough Council said existing agricultural buildings would be demolished as part of the project.

A statement with the application from Providence Land Ltd said the proposal would be "a high-quality development".

They said the site was also near key local amenities such as shops, a library, a pharmacy and schools.

Residents who wish to comment on the application can do so until 13 July.

This news was gathered by the Local Democracy Reporting Service which covers councils and other public service organisations.