Housebuilder gets green light for new Mansfield scheme

Housebuilder gets green light for new Mansfield schemePersimmon Homes has been the green light to build 84 new homes in Mansfield.The development – off Broomhill Lane – will be delivered by Persimmon Homes Nottingham, bringing vacant land affected by fly tipping and anti-social behaviour into residential use.Some 10% of properties will be affordable homes, split between rent, discount market sale and first homes.Persimmon will pay around £900,000 in Section 106 contributions that will include funding for improvements to Berry Hill Park’s biodiversity, junction improvements across Mansfield, free bus passes to residents on site, healthcare, secondary and post-16 education and a contribution towards a new recycling centre.Carl Oxley, land director at Persimmon Homes Nottingham, said: “We’re delighted to have received committee approval for our development at Broomhill Lane and I want to thank Mansfield District Council for their support. Not only will the development deliver 84 quality new homes, it will also create local jobs as part of the construction and generate a significant investment in the local economy.“We’re committed to creating vibrant, successful communities and supporting more local families in getting their dream homes. We’re looking forward to our new community taking shape over the course of 2023.”