Residents are voicing strong opposition to a plan for 19 new homes in a Leicestershire village, citing infrastructure and environmental concerns
Leicestershire: There’s a lot of chatter going on about a plan to build 19 homes in Sharnford. Folks in the village are pretty worried about how this could affect their community.
The proposal is for a small piece of grassland off Butler Close. If it goes through, it would add a mix of market and affordable homes to the area. But many residents are saying, “Not so fast!”
So far, 28 comments have been made about the plan, and almost everyone is against it. They’re concerned about the strain it could put on local services and the environment.
The parish council is really vocal about their worries. They think the village already has issues with drainage and sewerage, and adding more homes could lead to flooding. That’s a big deal for them.
Traffic is another hot topic. The council believes the village doesn’t have enough services as it is, and more people would just make things worse. Plus, the lack of bus services could create safety issues.
Even archaeologists are getting involved! They’ve pointed out that the site might have historical significance, so they want a thorough check before any building starts.
The deadline for public comments has passed, and now everyone is waiting for a decision, which is expected soon. It’s a tense time for the village, and everyone’s hoping for the best.
