North Kesteven District Council to consider 386-homes plan for Metheringham

JCO Developments wants to build the new homes, along with internal roads, off Sleaford Road and Dunston Road.

In documents submitted to the council, the applicant said the plans will “create a sustainable and well-designed extension to the village”.

They promoted the use of sustainable drainage systems and adequate parking.

A total of 25 per cent of the homes would be classed as ‘affordable’.

They said the development could bring an extra £8milllion spending power. from new residents

A play area will also be included at the centre of the site.

“The application would meet the underpinning aims and objectives of [planning policies] when considered in the round, particularly the government’s commitment to bring about a step-change in the delivery of housing,” said the developer.

“There are understood to be no significant adverse impacts which arise from the application that would significantly and demonstrably outweigh [the] benefits of additional market and affordable housing.”