Villagers tell of concerns over 80-homes plan

A VILLAGE could get 80 new homes if a plan goes ahead, but residents have raised concerns.

- By HUNNI HAYNES

Martin Grant Land Limited wants to build up to 80 homes on land at Pendrick Close, in Coton, about two miles west of Cambridge.

The plan, submitted by Stantec, on behalf of Martin Grant Land Limited, also proposes a new public open space and a play area.

The applicant wants to build the homes to help ‘‘meet the needs of the residents which would also be of benefit to existing local residents’’.

If approved, the development is expected to create more than 200 jobs, including apprenticeship opportunities.

The application said: ‘‘Future residents would also contribute towards local spending to the benefit of business in Cambridge.