Full planning permission has been granted for a new residential scheme on land in South Ribble’s Green Belt.

The sustainable development will see nine large, detached homes built on former farmland in Leyland after zero objections to the proposals were received.

The plans show four types of modern architecture homes designed to provide a high-quality living environment.

The scheme is said to be sensitive to its location and the natural environment, with plans that include features such as bat boxes and EV charging points.

The development is expected to complete within the next two years with Acland Bracewell – the Tarleton-based real estate consultancy behind the scheme – set to enter into discussions with housebuilders.

Robert Rawlinson at Acland Bracewell said: “This is an exciting scheme that delivers attractive, high quality new homes in a sustainable location and endorses cycling and walking to local amenities.

“All elements of the site have been subject to fastidious consideration, from the impact on the environment to the effect on the wider community and the landscape.”

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Robert added: “There are a lot of challenges to overcome when submitting a residential application on Green Belt land, but with specialist planning expertise, and sensitive architectural design, there can be a realistic prospect of success.

“We support the government’s vision of building beautiful places and delivering new homes in sustainable locations, using quality design that helps shape and enhance local communities. We genuinely feel this scheme achieves that ambition.”

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