More homes are needed, but is the local area growing too quickly?
With the high demand for property in and around Wynyard, it is easy to see why developers are keen to work in the area. Plans that hope to bring 700 homes to the local area are underway, but there are objections to this development.
Over 250 objecting comments have been raised against the outline planning permission application from Cameron Hall Developments and Jomast Developments. The plans include a “community centre, care and medical facilities, open space, golf course improvements and associated works”.
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The developers believe this is the most significant project in the history of Wynyard, and it could bring about substantial benefits to the local area and existing residents. The property companies say it marks the most prominent project since the village was founded and was “a comprehensive and coordinated approach to enhance Wynyard Village”, linking back to the original vision for the area.
However, there are concerns, with Teesside Live publishing a list of complaints, including:
- “Wynyard has grown too big and it needs to be protected from further development”
- “How can Wynyard cope with a conservative estimate of an extra 1,400 vehicles passing through it? Think about the extra pollution and fumes that will bring. There is one school in Wynyard now and it is full already without all of the other developments that are current let alone planned.”
A spokesman for Cameron Hall Developments and Jomast Developments responded by saying; “We understand that some residents have raised concerns about this new proposal and take this very seriously. While it is our aim to deliver additional amenities and new homes to create opportunities for more people to enjoy life on the estate, we want to give reassurance that developing the estate in a considerate and measured way is our absolute priority. The proposal has been very carefully considered. We are aiming to enhance the facilities within the estate for current residents by delivering more high-quality amenities. The volume of homes proposed has been calculated based on the existing density of the estate, focusing on a low-density approach with beautiful landscaping and greenspace in keeping with the rest of the estate. The proposal is currently in outline form and more detailed plans will be formulated through the planning process. As the plans evolve, we will be in a position to consult with all appropriate stakeholders.”
The spokesperson continued by saying they would consult many local groups. “We are committed to giving all interested parties an opportunity to share their views at a series of focus groups as their opinion really matters to us, which we will take on board as part of the next stage of planning. It’s our goal that our aspirations for new amenities for the village align with those of the residents, so throughout the planning process we will meet regularly to allow feedback to be shared. During the planning process, as with any development of this kind, we will also develop thorough strategies around all areas of importance, including ecology, environmental, greenspace and traffic. In terms of Wynyard Golf Club, we are proposing to alter a small element of the course only and our objective is to maintain a fully operational championship golf course at all times.”
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