Blaby Council’s Big Housing Plan Faces Infrastructure Scrutiny

Blaby District Council is poised to approve a bold Local Plan aiming to build 659 homes annually and transform vast swathes of land into hubs for housing, offices, and schools — including massive developments west of Stoney Stanton and at Whetstone Pastures. But councilor Paul Hartshorn is sounding the alarm: without serious upgrades to public transport, this growth could just mean more traffic, not thriving communities. He’s demanding infrastructure that gives people real alternatives to driving. The council counters that the plan is vital for tackling homelessness and fueling the economy. With a June 30th decision looming, public feedback will follow — a make-or-break moment for the district’s future. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f8c027b0e743b808