MP Morris Voices Concerns Over Easington Village Housing Development

Grahame Morris protested plans for 56 homes. Many Easington Village residents also objected. The homes would be built near Petweel Cottage. This location is on Sunderland Road. Durham County Council will discuss it soon. The planning committee meets on February 11. The planning department suggests approval anyway.

Believe Housing would manage the new homes. These homes include bungalows and two, three, and four-bed houses. Morris wants protected green spaces to stay that way, and he doesn’t want more development on them. He suggests using other sites for housing.

Morris thinks council collaboration is lacking, and he wants partnership with social housing groups. He mentioned Believe Housing’s exceptional ability to transform old industrial sites into homes. These high-quality homes improve areas. He prefers this to building on green spaces.

Local councillors and residents share his concerns. They sent 36 letters of objection. Residents feel the village roads are already too busy, and they think more homes will worsen traffic. They also worry about ruining the village’s historic charm.

The new homes could help with local housing demand. The applicant says the homes meet many needs, including homes for older folks and young families. They offer affordable options for those struggling. Affordable options include rent-to-buy and shared ownership.

Believe Housing identified this need. The council is aware of rising housing demand. The applicant calls the plan well-designed and urges approval of needed affordable homes. Horden has a council plan for its housing issues.

They want to change Horden’s Numbered Streets. The plan addresses empty homes and landlords. They will support people’s housing needs. They plan to build new houses and fix others. They’ll also improve routes to nearby areas.