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Somerset Council approves 525 new homes in Crewkerne

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 16
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What happened

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Somerset Council approved plans for 525 new homes in Crewkerne. This is part of the Wool Gardens site, which will eventually comprise 635 homes, a care home, and commercial space. Construction on 110 homes at the site is now largely complete.

From somersetcountygazette.co.uk

Why it matters

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The council's approval allows Taylor Wimpey to move forward with construction on the remaining homes. The site also includes plans for a new local centre and a spine road that will provide a relief route around the town centre.

From somersetcountygazette.co.uk

Who's involved

  • Somerset CouncilLocal authority that granted planning approval for the housing project
  • Taylor WimpeyHousebuilding company constructing the Wool Gardens development
  • CrewkerneTown in Somerset where the new housing development is taking place

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Taylor WimpeySpeculative

    Taylor Wimpey could boost project revenue by allowing construction of 525 additional homes.

  • CrewkerneSpeculative

    Crewkerne might see increased demand for local services due to the new housing supply.

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