Community members in Brandville Gardens, represented by the Ville & Leafe Residents Association, have expressed outrage over a proposed housing development on protected sports ground land. An FOI request uncovered emails showing the council took substantial fees from developer Stonebond for pre-application advice. Despite recognizing conflicts with local policies, the council continued to guide the developer, prioritizing housing targets over preserving green space, leading to public protests and significant community pushback, as demonstrated by a petition with over 3,000 signatures.
Emails retrieved through a Freedom of Information request revealed that the council has been proactively guiding developer Stonebond through the planning system despite community concerns.
Campaigners from the Ville & Leafe Residents Association have voiced concerns over the loss of green space, arguing that the council is prioritizing housing targets over local needs.
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