Broughton Astley Residents Protest Flooding Risks in Proposed Development

Residents in Broughton Astley express grave concerns over a proposed 550-home development, fearing it could exacerbate flooding and sewage issues. The project, submitted by IM Land, has received dozens of objections, with many citing flooding and traffic as major worries. The development could also include a school expansion and community facility. Local residents and a farmer have shared experiences of sewage overflow and flooding, with one farmer describing seeing sewage wash across his fields. The villages aging sewage system and blocked drains are also contributing to the problem. The council has given a positive screening opinion, requiring an environmental statement before a full application can be made, citing highways, flooding, flood risk, and odor as potential significant environmental effects. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.