Plan for hundreds of new homes in Grantham gets go-ahead
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The plans for the site near Grantham feature a number of outdoor public spaces
Plans for 400 new homes in Grantham have been approved by councillors.
The proposals are the second phase of the Rectory Farm urban extension on a site which is currently undeveloped farm land.
The site lies to the north of the A52 Barrowby Road and is bordered to the south by the Nottingham to Peterborough railway line.
South Kesteven District Council said the new development would address a need for more homes in the area.
It comes after the authority gave the go-ahead in December 2020 to the first phase of 448 homes to be developed by Linden Homes alongside Jelson Homes.
The latest scheme, by developer Vistry, includes public open spaces such as outdoor sports fields and children's play areas as well as a community pavilion and outdoor fitness stations.
According to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, the developer said phase two would be a "highly desirable place to live for the 21st Century and beyond".
"The proposals respect the local character but also move the community towards a more sustainable future, through a significant increase in housing choice," they added.
The development (shown in red) was granted unanimous approval by councillors
Approval of the plans included a requirement for financial contributions towards education, healthcare and highway infrastructure.
It was also expected that about 30% of the development would be affordable housing.
Members of the council's planning committee unanimously voted in favour of the plans earlier this week.
One member, Councillor Mark Whittington, did raise concerns about road safety, but he said after the meeting he believed the homes were needed.
"We know we are not building enough houses. I think, for me, the crucial thing is that the quality of the houses being proposed at the moment is very good."
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