Jonathan Sutton

Plans for 250 homes on greenbelt-designated land in Burntwood are recommended for approval despite extensive objections. Planning officers classify the area as grey belt, cite unmet housing needs and inadequate local housing supply, and conclude the proposal meets national policy. The scheme would deliver 43 percent affordable housing, new routes, open spaces and allotments, with limited impact on heritage assets. Burntwood Town Council objects over lack of supporting infrastructure, and the county flood authority cites an inadequate drainage strategy. A large petition is excluded from consideration due to missing required details. Planning officers maintain benefits outweigh harms, and the planning committee will decide the application on 20 July.