Cornwall housing scheme gets green light

Planning has been granted for development of more than 300 homes north of Falmouth.

The Church Commissioners for England has secured a resolution to grant planning permission for its 315 home scheme on a 33.1-acre site.

Matthew Naylor, team lead, strategic land at the Church Commissioners, said: “Our proposals support the Cornwall Local Plan’s vision for the sensitive growth of Falmouth and are in line with the Archbishop’s Commissions’ vision for sustainable, safe, stable, social and satisfying homes and communities,” said “Located near the Penryn River harbour, the new community will support a mix of existing retail and community uses alongside a network of accessible green space.

“The planning permission will bring forward one of Cornwall Council’s strategic allocations, contributing to the vision for growth set out in the Cornwall Local Plan. In line with this plan, a full 35 per cent of the homes will be affordable.”