PROJECT BACKGROUND
Since 2017, the Trust have been talking with the council and community to explain the benefits of Land North East of Redbourn, address concerns and show how the development could contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future for the village.
Eight years on, the housing crisis remains acute, and we believe this site is still the best location in the village to provide new homes and opportunities for people to live and participate in village life.
With the district facing growing housing demand and the Government’s introduction of a ‘Grey Belt’ policy to support the delivery of new homes, we believe now is the right time to bring forward our plans and prepare an Outline Planning Application.
WHAT IS GREY BELT
The Labour Government introduced the concept of Grey Belt land in 2024 as part of its plan to deliver 1.5 million new homes over the next five years. Grey Belt is land within the Green Belt that has either been previously developed or does not contribute to the core purpose of the Green Belt.
Any development on Grey Belt land must meet certain requirements:
- At least 50% of new homes must be affordable.
- Developments must improve existing green spaces or create new publicly accessible green spaces.
- New development must support necessary local services, such as schools, healthcare facilities, and other essential infrastructure
Limnere, a development by Lands Improvement
Land North East of Redbourn
