Planning Inspectorate orders removal of accommodation in Barratt Homes development
What happened
The Planning Inspectorate ordered local resident Patricia Turner to remove residential accommodation near Brent Road. This action was taken citing flood risk and policies against building in the open countryside. The order relates to plans put forward by Barratt Homes Bristol for a new community south of B3140 Brent Road. Barratt Homes stated it was unable to comment on the implication of the ruling.
Why it matters
The ruling introduces regulatory uncertainty to the large-scale development plans by Barratt Homes in Somerset. The land in question is largely within Flood Zone 3, and the Inspectorate cited flood risk as a reason for the order. This may affect the viability and timeline of future housing projects in the area.
Barratt Homes is seeking planning approval for a large-scale development of 2,000 homes in Somerset, facing opposition.
Who's involved
- Barratt HomesPut forward plans for a new community south of B3140 Brent Road.
- Planning InspectorateIssued the ruling ordering the removal of residential accommodation.
- Patricia TurnerWas ordered by the Planning Inspectorate to remove residential accommodation.
- Somerset CouncilIs the local authority where the development is proposed.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Barratt HomesSpeculative
Barratt Homes might face increased costs or delays in its development pipeline due to regulatory uncertainty.
- Barratt DevelopmentsSpeculative
Barratt Developments could face increased costs or delays in its core development pipeline due to regulatory uncertainty.
- Somerset CouncilSpeculative
Somerset Council might face delays in securing housing supply if major projects are halted or modified.
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The entities involved
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Barratt Homes
British based house building company
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Planning Inspectorate
UK executive agency