Taylor Wimpey seeks Stockport success
Summary
Taylor Wimpey is seeking outline consent for 160 homes in Hazel Grove, Stockport, on land currently designated Green Belt and in agricultural use. The proposal is being considered by the local area committee amid significant public opposition, with officers noting the borough’s weak housing land supply and unmet housing need as key planning factors.
Why it matters
For residential property surveyors, the case highlights how Green Belt policy, housing land supply and local plan departures can influence residential development prospects and site value. It also illustrates the planning risks and consultation pressures that can affect land assembly, development appraisal and due diligence.
Key points
- Outline consent is sought for 160 homes on Jacksons Lane, Hazel Grove
- The site is designated Green Belt and currently in agricultural use
- Around half of the homes would be affordable
- Stockport’s housing land supply is reported at 1.77 years and the council fell short in the Housing Delivery Test
- The scheme has attracted around 130 objections and a petition signed by 2,300 people
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