The problem of affordable housing has been regularly raised in our village. Perhaps we should look again at any possibilities that may be available.
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The last scheme was for houses on the old allotments beyond Peartree Farm, but that fell because it could not be supported within the Local Development Framework at the time. If something similar was submitted now, it would probably get permission under the current (2031) LDF. Meanwhile, of course, I believe that a small part of the farm buildings there have now been sold for (perhaps) four speculative houses. What do others think about these things?
We would need to ask fir a housing needs survey to be carried out. Last time it showed a need for only a few houses. But more importantly if a need is found where should they be sited.
Definitely a tricky problem and needs broad thinking.