Permission to build in Cornish hamlet refused

Cornish council refuse planning permission for new homes in hamlet

Reasons for refusal include environmental concerns and impact on local infrastructure

Planning permission for 12 new homes in the hamlet of Trewhiddle, Cornwall, has been refused by Cornwall Council.

The plans, submitted by Cornwall Housing, included a mix of affordable and private homes, and were designed to meet the needs of local people.

However, the council's planning committee voted to refuse the application, citing concerns about the environmental impact of the development and the impact on local infrastructure.

Environmental concerns

The council's planning committee raised concerns about the potential impact of the development on the local environment.

The site is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), and the council was concerned that the development would harm the landscape and wildlife.

The committee also raised concerns about the potential impact of the development on water quality in the area.

Impact on local infrastructure

The council's planning committee also raised concerns about the impact of the development on local infrastructure.

The site is located in a small hamlet, and the council was concerned that the development would put a strain on local services, such as schools and healthcare.

The committee also raised concerns about the impact of the development on traffic in the area.

Local reaction

The decision to refuse planning permission for the development has been met with mixed reaction from local residents.

Some residents have welcomed the decision, saying that the development would have harmed the environment and put a strain on local services.

Other residents have expressed disappointment at the decision, saying that the development would have provided much-needed affordable housing for local people.

Next steps

Cornwall Housing has said that it is disappointed with the council's decision and is considering its options.

The company could appeal the decision to the Planning Inspectorate, or it could submit a revised planning application.

The council's decision is a blow to Cornwall Housing, which has been trying to build more affordable homes in the county.

The company has said that it is committed to working with the council to find a way to deliver affordable homes for local people.