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Planning application submitted for new homes and cemetery extension in Holt

Phoenix Strategic Land has submitted an outline planning application to North Norfolk District Council for a proposed development of up to 49 new homes and a cemetery extension on land west of Cley Road, Holt.

The proposals include a mix of two to five-bedroom homes, including a self-build plot, alongside affordable housing in line with local planning policy. They also provide for a 0.7-hectare extension to Holt's existing cemetery, incorporating a new 30-space public car park, public open space, landscaping and associated infrastructure.

The application follows a public consultation held earlier this year, giving local residents, businesses and stakeholders the opportunity to review the proposals and provide feedback before they were submitted.

A key feature of the scheme is the proposed extension to Holt's existing cemetery, helping to provide additional burial capacity for the town while creating improved visitor parking. Subject to planning permission being granted, the cemetery land would be transferred to Holt Town Council.

The proposals also include extensive public open space, structural landscaping, sustainable drainage and ecological enhancements, while delivering at least 10% Biodiversity Net Gain. Homes would be designed in accordance with the Future Homes Standard to improve energy efficiency, with features such as bird and bat boxes and hedgehog highways integrated throughout the development. Financial contributions secured through Section 106 agreements would also support local infrastructure and community facilities.

Daryl Kirkland, Joint Managing Director and Strategic Land Director at Phoenix Strategic Land, said: “We're pleased to have reached this important milestone with the submission of our planning application for Holt.

"We'd like to thank everyone who took the time to engage with our consultation and share their views. Community engagement is an important part of our approach, giving local residents and stakeholders the opportunity to learn more about our proposals and provide feedback as they progress through the planning process.

"We believe the proposals would deliver much-needed new homes while also providing lasting community benefits through the cemetery extension, new public open space and environmental enhancements. We now look forward to working with North Norfolk District Council as the application progresses."

The application will now be considered by North Norfolk District Council as part of the statutory planning process. Residents and consultees will have the opportunity to comment during the consultation period before the application is determined by the Council.

 

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