Bid to build up to 300 new houses at town farm
The site would be accessed from the A511 and Broom Leys Road
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Hundreds of new homes could be built on the edge of Coalville.
An outline bid for up to 300 homes has been submitted for the Leicestershire town.
Developer Barwood Development Securities Ltd wants to demolish a number of sheds and barns at Broom Leys Farm, off Broom Leys Road.
In its place it would like permission to build up to 300 houses around the retained farmhouse and courtyard, ranging from one to five bedrooms, said the Local Democracy Reporting Service.
The site would be accessed from Stephenson Way and Broom Leys Road, if approved.
Planning dicuments also show two children's parks on adjoining land.
North West Leicestershire District Council will consider the outline planning bid, with a full application to follow if it is approved.
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