Melton Council Approves Housing Deal, Skips Warehouse Projects

0:00Melton Burrell Council's cabinet pushed forward with business this week, holding their first meeting since their leader Pip Allnad got arrested last, month on suspicion of sexual assault. Acting leader counselor Margaret Glancy took the chair, and they zeroed in on helping Lester City Council with its housing shortage, approving a deal without mentioning the drama. Lester originally faced a shortfall of 18,700 homes, but after the government ditched the urban uplift rule, that dropped. Every time, still leaving them over 10,000 shore by 2046. Neighboring districts like Melton are stepping up, with Melton adding 19 new homes a year on top of their usual 369. Counselors reacted positively, giving the agreement a unanimous thumbs up. Glancy called it a win for Melton, saying it lets them skip landhungry warehouse projects that don't fit their vibe and focus on growth that boosts. The local economy and communities instead. Meanwhile, bigger spots like Charnwood are taking on heavier loads, adding 141 homes

1:02yearly to their 992 target. The deal also flags 9,000 square meters of warehouse space needed countywide, but Melton dodges that bullet entirely. With this locked in, Melton's full council meets April 21st to pick a new leader, keeping the momentum going on housing plans across. Lester Shire I'm Corey with the story, and you've been listening to Lester News today. AI-powered local news.