A SPECIAL meeting has been organised by Frome Town Council to hear the community’s views on the Selwood Garden Community development.
The meeting, which will be held at Frome Town Hall on Thursday 24th November, from 7pm – 9pm, is in place of November’s scheduled planning committee meeting.
Matthew Kendrick from Grass Roots Planning will present the Selwood Garden Community proposals. This will be followed by presentations/representations from other interested bodies. A Q&A will then be hosted, to allow discussion from the audience and councillors.
Following a public consultation in October 2020, Land Value Alliances (LVA) submitted outline plans in August 2021 for the Selwood Garden Community (SGC) development on the southern edge of Frome. A decision on the initial plans was delayed in April 2022, and subsequent plans have since been submitted for consideration.
Cllr Steve Tanner, chair of the planning committee said, “We always aim to seek a balanced view from residents for all major applications. We have seen the numerous objections on the planning portal and will of course take these into account. We would also like to hear from those who feel the application could be beneficial to the town, either through provision of infrastructure or affordable and market housing, as heard and also seen via comments on social media.
“Please join us, the debate is always safe and inclusive and everyone is welcome to come along, listen and have their say.
“This meeting will inform the planning committee’s recommendation, which will be considered by council in December. There are limited seats, so booking early is advised. We will also be streaming the meeting and attendees can join online.”
Please get in touch with Jane Llewellyn, planning manager at Frome Town Council, if you wish to be present at the meeting.
To book your place visit: www.tickettailor.com/events/frometowncouncil/788684 If you are attending online, a zoom link will be emailed to you.
An additional planning committee meeting will take place on Monday 28th November to discuss other planning applications.
