Developer loses bid to build 110 homes on Barwell green space

A government planning inspector said the scheme would 'demonstrably outweigh' any benefits.

BBC NewsHarrow Estates wanted to construct the homes on land east of The Common in Barwell.

But a planning inspector said the adverse effects of the scheme would "demonstrably outweigh" any benefits. The council said the land provides a "green lung" upon the edge of Barwell and it was "an important contribution towards the quality of life for residents".

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