Gilmorton housing development gets go ahead

National real estate developer Richborough Estates has secured planning consent for the delivery of “much-needed” new family homes in the village of Gilmorton.Situated north of Kimcote Road, opposite Gilmorton cricket ground, the scheme was approved by Harborough District Council’s Planning Committee earlier this month.The development will deliver 43 homes of varying sizes, from one bedroom bungalows to five bedroom family homes, including 14 affordable dwellings. In addition to much-needed high-quality housing, the new development will also deliver extensive areas of landscaped public open space, together with a designated play area and recreational space.Prior to submitting the application, extensive consultation was held with the council, key stakeholders, and local community groups.Chartered surveyors and development consultants Wells McFarlane has been appointed to manage the sale of the site on behalf of Richborough Estates.