Developers propose 18 new homes in West Sussex, seek approval

Multiple housing developments are currently proposed across the UK, reflecting ongoing efforts to address housing shortages. In West Sussex, Devine Homes seeks planning permission for 18 new homes, including six affordable units, on farmland in Rusper, with a strategy to ensure the development is 'water neutral' (source: Sussex World). Meanwhile, a planning application for a 170-home estate has been submitted by Barratt David Wilson Homes in Fleckney, Leicestershire, featuring a mix of market and affordable homes, emphasizing pedestrian and cycle access (sources: AOL, BBC). Additionally, plans for over 100 homes, including a mix of apartments and houses, have been proposed on farmland in Berkshire, alongside a significant recreational green space (source: BBC). These developments highlight the balance between expanding housing options and preserving agricultural land, sparking varied community responses across the regions.