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Alsagers Bank homes face traffic fury
3 Jan
Summary
- Five to nine homes proposed on green belt land.
- Residents cite increased traffic and road safety.
- Council officer deems location sustainable for housing.
A proposal to construct between five and nine homes on green belt land in Alsagers Bank is poised for approval in principle, despite strong objections from local residents. The plan, submitted by Mohammed Saleem, targets land off High Street, but has ignited worries about exacerbating traffic congestion and compromising road safety. Eighteen residents have formally objected, highlighting the village's existing struggles with on-road parking and peak-time traffic.
Despite resident concerns about a dangerous bend and the need for safety bollards, a planning officer from Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council views the site as a sustainable and accessible location. The officer's report to the planning committee suggests that issues such as road safety fall outside the scope of a permission in principle (PIP) application. The report recommends approval, emphasizing the contribution to the borough's housing needs.
If granted permission in principle, a subsequent application will be required to finalize technical details. This future submission must outline the exact number of homes, the site's layout, and proposed access routes. The planning committee is scheduled to make its decision on Tuesday.
