Exclusive by Alan Quick

THE people of Crediton, Sandford and the area are invited to attend a public event to consider plans for around 300 homes, including affordable housing, a new home for Crediton Rugby Club, community open space and possibly a new primary school.

Gleeson Developments is proposing to build what it describes as “much-needed new market and affordable homes on land north of Crediton in Sandford Parish, known as Creedy Bridge”.

The land is north of Old Tiverton Road, Crediton, on land known locally as Creedy Bridge, previously known as Pedlarspool.

The proposed development of new homes would enable Gleeson to set aside land for a new home for Crediton Rugby Club, allowing them to expand and enhance the club’s sporting facilities.

The draft proposals could also include provision for up to five gypsy and traveller pitches, an extra-care facility or a new primary school.

The site has been identified by Mid Devon District Council as a sustainable location for the delivery of much-needed new homes, which are required to support local population growth and job creation in coming years.

Oliver Taylor of Gleeson Developments Ltd said: “We’re inviting the local community to have their say on the development proposals, before we finalise the plans and submit a planning application to Mid Devon District Council.

“We will be hosting a public event at Crediton Rugby Club on Thursday, February 25 between 2pm and 7.30pm, where local people will have the opportunity to view, comment on and ask questions relating to the development proposal.

“In addition, you will have the opportunity to view and comment on the plans on our website – plans will be made available online the day after the event.

“If you have any questions or have any comments at this stage please get in contact with us by visiting the Contact us page and completing the feedback form on the website, where there are more details: www.creedybridge.com .”

Oliver said that the plan is mixed use, adding that three proposal options will be on view.

“The consultation is at a very early stage before being fixed and we want the public views to help us shape the way the scheme is finalised before any plan is submitted in coming months.”

He added that a technical team will be at the Rugby Club to answer questions about highways, drainage and other issues.

“Please come and talk with us and engage with us”, he added.