Page 5 - Countesthorpe Herald August 2023

MUCH NEEDED NEW
HOUSING APPROVED
Outline planning permission has been granted for a new 885 home development just north of the A47 in Kirby Muxloe. The application, from L and Q Estates, was approved by Blaby District Council Planning Committee members.
As well as the homes the scheme provides for a new primary school, landscaping and public open space. There is the potential for a coffee shop with community use. The 44 hectare site has been allocated for housing in the Blaby District Local Plan since 2019 and is mainly agricultural land bordering the existing sports clubs on Hinckley Road as well as Kirby Muxloe Golf Club.
All vehicle access will be from a proposed roundabout on the A47 with pedestrian and cycle only access onto the A47 opposite Beggars Lane.
It is expected that 25% of the housing provided will be affordable within a mix of sizes, from one bed to four beds and bungalows.
Future planning applications which will outline the finer details of the scheme will also need to be reviewed by the Council. Councillor Ben Taylor said: “While I understand the concerns from residents in respect to this development, we must consider our housing land supply and those areas marked as a prime location for housing within our local plan. I’m pleased to see the planning committee last night approve this application and to see the scheme come to fruition. The scheme will offer opportunities for a new community to grow and thrive and provide valuable affordable housing.”
RAINBOW SHOP NEWS
As you can see from the joint notice by the Rainbow Shop and St Andrew’s church
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there is to be a Fish and Chip Supper with Bingo and a Raffle in August to raise funds for the two causes and it promises to be a very enjoyable evening so take my advice and pop in to buy your tickets asap. Remember the shop is open for refreshments Monday to Saturday 10 to 12 and Monday to Thursday 2 til 4 with a wide range of good as new clothing books jigsaws bric a brac cards and a range of whole food goods –so there must be something for every single one of the Herald readers!
FISH, CHIPS & MUSHY PEAS FRIDAY AUGUST 11th 6.00pm
THE BRIDGE BINGO and RAFFLE
Raising funds for St Andrew’s Church And The Rainbow Shop
Hot drinks will be available Bring other drinks with you.
Tickets at £10 available from The Rainbow Shop
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