Plan for 17 homes at Bishops Frome approved

Planning permission for the erection of 17 homes at Frome Valle Haulage Depot, Bishops Frome, has been approved by members of the northern area planning sub-committee at their meeting on Wednesday, November 14.

The 17 homes will comprise four two-bedroomed units, five three-bedroomed units and eight four-bedroomed units. Five of the homes will be affordable and 34 car parking spaces will be provided.

Three residents objected to the proposed development concerned at over-development of the site, overlooking and road safety concerns.

Bishops Frome Parish Council felt 17 units was too many for the site which is allocated for 15 units in the local plan. They were also concerned about road safety and the lack of a play area for children.

Conditions were imposed and a section 106 agreement will have to be signed by the developer.