Plans revealed to create 2,500 jobs in Leicestershire

Where the new development will be built

Major plans have been lodged to create 2,750 new homes, community facilities and business space near Lutterworth.

The 550-acre development on land east of the town – including around 1,000 affordable homes, over 100 hectares of green space and two new primary schools – would generate 2,500 jobs.

Leicestershire County Council is behind the proposal and has now submitted a planning application to Harborough District Council.

Deputy council leader, Byron Rhodes, said: “New homes are in demand. And our focus is on creating quality, affordable houses that will help people get on or move up the property ladder.

“Clearly, it’s important they’re located in the right place – and the plan could ease pressure for further development in other, less suitable parts of Harborough.

“Almost one thousand people attended an exhibition last autumn. Their feedback has helped to shape the final proposal and we remain committed to clear and ongoing engagement. The drop-in event is a great opportunity to find out more and talk to officers and I’d encourage residents to go along and have their say through the planning process.”

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