Plans for 31 new affordable homes in Hartlepool recommended for approval

A proposal for 31 new affordable homes in a new housing development could be set to get the go-ahead. Plans were submitted at the end of last year for the two and three bedroomed homes to be built over two separate plots of land off Lealholm Road in Hartlepool.Applicant Engie Ltd is seeking full planning permission from Hartlepool Borough Council for the scheme in association with housing provider Thirteen, with all of the properties proposed to be affordable housing. Hartlepool Borough Council’s planning committee are to make a decision on the proposal next week, with officers recommending the plans are given the go-ahead.A report from senior planning officer Laura Chambers said the plans would have several benefits for the area.The proposals are to go before the planning committee due to three objections being submitted to the plans from nearby residents. These raised concerns the plans could cause increased anti-social behaviour along with increased traffic pressure and parking problems.