By Jamie Waller, Local Democracy Reporter
A Kirkby in Ashfield housing estate has been given the green light despite residents objecting since it was first proposed four years ago.
The plan for land off Laburnum Avenue was first submitted in 2020, and has finally received the council’s approval.
It would see the construction of 38 homes, however some residents have shared concerns it would be “overcrowded” and overlook nearby houses.
The plans have been revised over the development process, but there were still complaints during the latest round of consultation.
A South View resident described the application as “Overcrowded planning of 38 proposed houses on a small plot of land, blocking out natural light of the houses in south view, and overlooking them, taking away privacy.
“There is already an over demand for GP services and the local feeder schools are oversubscribed. The development will create extra pressure on these services without extra funding.”
Leicester-based developer Nasims Ltd has scaled the application back from initial plans for 48 homes.
However, complaints have remained about how closely the development would border neighbouring streets.
One resident living adjacent to the site said he was “totally astounded that despite making numerous objections, [one house] is still positioned directly on our fence line and directly opposite our kitchen window.”
Concerns were also raised about creating an access on Mill Lane, which would be used by an estimated 80 vehicles.
One resident from the Stables said: “As per our previous objections, we feel the proposed access to the site is on a fast stretch of Mill Lane. Just past a sharp bend, this road is a rat run with many accidents over the years.
“Obviously this development will increase traffic levels on the lane and it will also involve the loss of the mature trees on the proposed site which will be a shame.”
Ashfield District Council has published the decision to approve the application on its website this week.
