Why did Stanton Cross Developments want to delay building shops?

The developer sought to postpone shop construction until 2,000 homes were sold, citing difficulties in attracting retailers to the current trigger point of 1,200 homes.

Did residents support the delay for Stanton Cross amenities?

No, residents strongly objected to the delay, with over 300 submissions opposing the developer's request.

What was the council's decision on Stanton Cross amenities?

North Northamptonshire Council's planning committee unanimously rejected the developer's request to delay building the local centre and shops.

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Residents win fight over Stanton Cross amenities

14 Dec

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Summary

Developer sought delay on local shops for housing estate.
Over 1,300 homes occupied since construction began.
Council unanimously rejected developer's request.

Residents win fight over Stanton Cross amenities

North Northamptonshire Council has rejected a developer's plea to delay the construction of essential local amenities at the Stanton Cross housing estate. The development, which began in May 2018, has seen over 1,300 homes occupied. A legally binding agreement stipulated that local shops and a centre should be provided once the 1,200th home was sold.

Stanton Cross Developments requested an extension, aiming to postpone building the shops until 2,000 homes were sold. This move faced significant opposition, including over 300 objections from residents and formal opposition from Wellingborough Town Council and the local residents' association. Residents voiced concerns that such delays were already prompting people to move away from the estate.

Planners at North Northamptonshire Council unanimously turned down the developer's request. The committee acknowledged the developer's stated difficulty in securing a retailer for the proposed unit, but the strong objections from the community and local bodies led to the decision. The ruling means the promised amenities must proceed as per the original agreement.