Plans for 50 new homes in Wiltshire village go to appeal

In February, Wiltshire Council denied Rowde LVA LLP planning permission to build a large development on the outskirts of the village, near Devizes.

The plans for land west of Sand’s Lane would also see the construction of a new community building, car park, and public open space.

The developer has since lodged an appeal that will be decided after written representations from both sides, which must be in by Tuesday, October 8, are considered.

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The plans are for the edge of Rowde (Image: Google) During the initial planning process, villagers and parish councillors raised concerns about the impact of the development on the area.

In particular, concerns about potential flooding, the size of the development, and the impact on traffic in the area were highlighted.

Many believe that infrastructure in that part of the village, particularly the rural roads, would not be able to cope with an influx of housing.

But the developers insist the new estate would solve “a significant unmet affordable housing need in the area” and that any adverse consequences of the scheme would be outweighed by the “significant benefits” this would bring.