A controversial new housing development in Radlett which received more than 2,400 public objections has been refused.
A total of 195 homes were earmarked for land south of Shenley Hill. Of these, 50 per cent would be affordable. The plans also included expanding Newberries Primary School and building a new medical centre.
However, the plans were rejected by Hertsmere Borough Council’s (HBC) Planning Committee on Thursday, June 26, despite an officer’s report recommending the plans for approval.
The decision was met with delight by many residents who had voiced their concerns about the plans, with 2,467 public objections to the proposed development and just two in support.
A number of the objections centred around concerns about the site being green belt land, increased pressure on local infrastructure, the location for the proposed medical centre being unsuitable, and a lack of amendments from an original application which was also rejected.
Aldenham East councillor Lucy Selby shared her joy at the decision to reject the plans.
Speaking to Radlett News, she said: “I am delighted that the latest planning application for Shenley Hill was refused by the Planning Committee. This will be a huge sigh of relief for local residents, who have been clear from day one that this development was the wrong scheme in the wrong place. Thank you to all 2,500 residents who opposed it.
“I was proud to the community advocate and will continue to fight to ensure that the voices of residents are heard.”
To view the plans, visit HBC’s planning portal and search reference 24/1211/OUT.
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