Exactly where up to 65 new homes could be built in Cambridgeshire

The potential development would see up to 65 new homes, public open space and recreational facilities built

A developer is hoping to build up to 65 homes in a Cambridgeshire village. Gladman Developments plans to submit a planning application for the development of land off Balsham Road in Linton.

A formal planning application has not yet been submitted. Outline planning permission will be sought for the development for approximately 65 new homes, public open space, and recreational facilities.

Of the new homes, 40 per cent would be offered as affordable housing, according to the developer. The development would also see an introduction of new habitats on site through wildlife planting, new trees, and hedgerows.

Gladman Developments says that local businesses would benefit from the additional custom that the development would generate. The proposal would provide on site job opportunities for around 20 people through construction, as well as 26 support jobs in associated industries.

This new development idea comes after similar recent proposals for the village including to build up to 75 homes on land off Back Road. These two roads are just a two-minute drive away from one another.

This outline planning permission, sought by Gladman Developments, for up to 75 homes on land off Back Road, has faced backlash from people living near to the proposed site. Concerns were raised about the “long term harm” the new homes could have on “road safety, local services, and the existing community”.

Another planning application recently submitted by Endurance Estates would see up to 100 new homes built on land south of Horseheath Road if approved. Horseheath Road is just over 11 minutes away from Balsham Road on foot.

Gladman said: “The delivery of housing on Land off Balsham Road, Linton responds to the acute need for housing within South Cambridgeshire. The delivery of up to 65 homes would help the council meet this need.”