The planning application to develop the derelict site at the corner of North Road and The Avenue has at last been approved by B&NES Council, with some conditions currently being investigated. 26 new houses will be built, plus some office spaces. There will be a new road onto North Road and pedestrian facilities. This follows much consultation by the owner with the Parish Council and the village during 2018. The development will be called ‘Upper Conygre’ after the name of the coal mine on … [Read more...]
Rethink needed for development plan to 2036
The requirement for BANES Council to locate 700 new homes in rural areas, including Timsbury, has been called into question by the rejection of the West of England Joint Spatial Plan (JSP). Independent inspectors appointed by the Government to examine the JSP, that visualises development until 2036, have expressed significant concerns and have cancelled further review meetings planned for the Autumn. The inspectors consider that the problems identified are not ones which could be addressed … [Read more...]