950 Homes & School Plan for Scraptoft: Public Consultation Open

0:00It's March 25th. I'm Corey with The Story. This is Lester News today, driven by AI. Developers Davidson's and Jelsen Homes have submitted an outline application to Harborough District Council for 950 Homes and a primary. School on farmlands south of covert lane and scrapped off east of Lester. The site spans about 46 hectares, roughly the size of more than 64 football pitches. The plans call for a mix of market and affordable housing, including 70 later living apartments, smaller options for first time buyers and families, and larger 3, 4, and 5 bedroom homes. A two-form entry primary school is also included, along with a central green wedge featuring wildflowers, wetland areas, and an equipped play space. Pedestrian and cycle routes will connect homes through the green area and nearby countryside, while two vehicle access points on covert lane aim to manage, traffic flow. Various parking setups, like side driveways and landscape courts, are part of the design

1:02to fit the neighborhood. These proposals surfaced last year at a well-attended public event, where residents raise worries about increased traffic, effects on wildlife, loss, of green land, and potential flooding. Consultation stays open until April 18th, with a council decision due by June 11th. With Greenlit, the project could deliver needed homes while weaving in green spaces for the community.