A developer has appealed against a decision to refuse controversial plans to build 49 homes in a Suffolk market town.

East Suffolk Council had rejected Leaper Land Promotion's proposals for Victoria Mill Road in Framlingham after hearing that the number of homes did not accord with the town's Neighbourhood Plan, which allocated 'approximately 30 dwellings' for the area.

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However, in December, the council approved revised plans for 35 homes, despite concerns about a loss of green space and road changes.

But the builder of custom-made and self-build homes has now appealed against the original refusal, much to the chagrin of the town council, which has been opposed to Leaper Land's plans.

Simon Garrett, the council's chair of planning, had previously told the EADT about his concerns that the development would result in the loss of land designated as an Asset of Community Value (ACV).

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Prior to the approval of the 35 homes, there had been concerns about the loss of 57 square metres of grass verge designated ACV, which is awarded by councils to land or buildings that further the social wellbeing of the community.

This loss will be caused by the straightening and widening of Victoria Mill Road - safety work which must be done before any housing can be started. 

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Last week, Mr Garrett said: "The applicants have appealed against the rejection of the first one, so it is going to appeal.

"The town council will put a submission with the application form saying we don't think the appeal should be granted."

The town council has been considering launching a legal appeal against the approval of the 35 homes, although the costs- which could be up to £40,000- could prove prohibitive.

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