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Plans to convert
a former Chambers bus depot into 10 homes and a shop have been
approved.
Ryder Estates Ltd's
plan for the Bures St Mary site are made up of a mix of one- and
two-bedroom apartments as well as three, four and five-bedroom
houses. The scheme, on Church Square, also includes a Co-operative
Convenience Store.
The project also
includes 22 parking spaces for residents and visitors as well
as a further 18 for retail use and was approved unanimously -
subject to some legal details being tied up - on Wednesday (August
24) by the Babergh council planning committee.
A representative
of Bures St Mary Parish Council raised concern over the "significantly
underestimated" impact of the loss of some on-street parking
- as well as the safety of the planned junction layout.
An objector - representing
some local residents - also said they were "deeply concerned"
about the loss of parking and echoed the parish council's concerns
over traffic safety.
However, a supporter
of the project said the provision of a new shop would bring "enormous"
benefits to residents.
The Agent, speaking
on behalf of the developer - argued that the scheme would help
improve traffic safety via crossings and would provide new jobs
via the shop.
Published Sept 4th 2022
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