Plans submitted for 112 new homes in Brampton, Cumbria

The proposals for the site, which is allocated for housing within the Local Plan, feature semi-detached and detached properties ranging from 2 to 5-bedrooms, that the company say have been ‘specifically designed’ to meet the needs of the local housing market.

33 homes will be delivered as a mix of intermediate and affordable rent properties at the site which is to be built on land at Greenfield Lane north of Garth House in Brampton.

Artists impression of how the new homes may look (Image: Charles Church) Built to new building regulations, the new homes will be zero carbon ready and benefit from improved energy efficiency, helping reduce energy bills for homeowners.

All homes will come fitted with electric vehicle chargers, PV panels and air-source heat pumps.

Despite the plans, some objections have been raised by local residents who say that Brampton already has enough housing.

“There is no need for more houses in Brampton,” reads one objection in the council's planning portal.

“The schools are full. Greenfield Lane is very busy all the time, more traffic will cause chaos and traffic jams. The field has right of way for walkers. Many people use that field to walk their dogs.

“We need green spaces more than more houses. This has not been thought through properly.”

Another objection said that Brampton does not have enough facilities such as GP surgeries or dentists to cope with additional housing.

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Andrew Laing, land director from Charles Church, said: “We’re delighted to be working with Cumberland Council and local stakeholders to deliver much needed new housing.

“The proposed development would provide a range of high-quality, energy efficient homes for local buyers in Cumbria and we look forward to continuing our work with Cumberland Council as we progress the application through the planning system.”