A petition opposing Hallam Land's proposed development of 570 homes on the north eastern edge of Clapham has gained over 630 signatures. The planned site, located between High Street, The Slade, Green Lane, and The Baulk, includes repurposing Church Farm Barns for residential or commercial use. Residents express concerns about increased traffic congestion, particularly around Sainsbury's roundabout and Highbury Grove, which is expected to be used as a secondary access route.
Petition organiser Damaris Terea and local residents also worry about the impact on the village's rural character, environment, biodiversity, drainage, and existing amenities such as schools and road networks. They urge thorough assessments before any decisions are made and encourage individuals to submit their own objections once the planning application is formally submitted later this year.
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