Farmland on edge of Cambs town could be used for new housing development

The housing construction company is looking to submit a planning application soon

A housing construction company is looking to submit a planning application to use farmland on the edge a Cambridgeshire town for a new housing development. Bellway Strategic Land wants to use Dexter’s Farm, which can be found along the A1198 just outside Godmanchester, to create a residential development of up to 260 new homes.

Bellway’s proposal says the area would feature up to 260 new homes with around 80 of them being affordable to help people “get onto the housing ladder”. In its proposal, Bellway said: “In the East of England, Huntingdonshire has the fifth highest number of people on the housing waiting list register and therefore has some of the most acute need in terms of affordable housing.”

Huntingdonshire District Council has identified the area as a potential site for new homes. The site has been described as “well-located” with a primary school close by, local facilities including a Co-op food store, and good transport links.

As well as homes, the site will also features green spaces including habitats for wildlife and play areas for children. A new roundabout would be created on the A1198 and the 30mph speed limit will be extended to slow traffic around the area.

Bellway ran a public consultation period from Friday, February 13, until Friday, February 27, to allow residents to share their opinions on the possible new development. The company is planning to submit its application by the end of spring.

Residents will then be notified by Huntingdonshire District Council and will have the opportunity to provide feedback on the plans.

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