A DEVELOPER has submitted an outline planning application for a 19-hectare site in Overton, which could see 130 new homes built, as well as a country park.

Bargate Homes said the vast country park would take up more than half of this expansive site and will deliver "widespread social and environmental benefits". 

Located west of Sapley Lane, the proposed housing development would see 130 mixed-tenure new homes constructed. 

Bargate said the development would provide opportunities for those looking to downsize, get onto the housing ladder, relocate, or live closer to friends and relatives.

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Forty per cent will be allocated for affordable housing to be delivered by Vivid - the parent company of Bargate Homes.

The 15-hectare country park is proposed to be a 'multifunctional public green space', which would support a range of activities, including natural play areas for young children, and seating areas for relaxing and enjoying views of Overton.

New planting of native trees and shrubs is proposed, as well as the rewilding of areas to promote and enhance local biodiversity.

The site will deliver a biodiversity net gain of over 109.74 per cent, according to the plan. 

Bargate said the homes are designed to be zero carbon ready, in line with the Building Regulation requirements from 2025, featuring air source heat pumps, Solar PV panels and electric vehicle charging points for each dwelling.

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Mark White, managing director of Bargate Homes, said: “We are pleased to have submitted an Outline Planning application for this site in Overton, which could become a very special new development. Located close to our now completed Seven Acres development, our proposals are designed to create a new neighbourhood and green space for the community of Overton. It will provide residents with the opportunity to stay in the area and maintain all important friend and family networks. 

“The new country park would be a fantastic asset for the community of Overton, as it will offer ample space for physical outdoor activities, connections to nature, an uplifting meeting place for residents, as well as educational opportunities for school children.” 

Bargate further said the development site is sustainably located and has been designed in accordance with the ‘20 Minute Neighbourhood’ concept, with essential amenities all within a 20-minute walk, cycle or public transport ride.