The Southern Planning Committee of Shropshire Council was scheduled to discuss a significant outline application for a large residential and commercial development at Tasley, Bridgnorth. The committee was also due to review a schedule of appeals and appeal decisions.

Proposed Residential and Commercial Development Land, Tasley, Bridgnorth (25/01722/OUT)

The meeting's agenda included a detailed outline application for a substantial development at Tasley, Bridgnorth. The proposal, submitted by Bloor Homes Limited and Taylor Wimpey UK Limited, encompasses up to 1,500 residential dwellings, including specialist housing for older people. It also includes approximately 14.6 hectares of land for employment uses (Use Classes E, B2, and B8a), a mixed-use local centre of up to 1,500 square metres, and a primary school. The plans also detail a country park, other open spaces, sports pitches, and associated infrastructure, including access roads and landscaping.

The report pack indicated that the application was subject to Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, with a full Environmental Statement and an addendum submitted. The vision for the development, referred to as Tasley Garden Village, aims to create a new neighbourhood based on Garden Village principles, respecting local vernacular and utilising the site's attributes. The report outlined the principles of Garden Villages as defined by the Town and Country Planning Association (TCPA), emphasising holistic planning, small scale, healthy communities, vibrant social life, high-quality materials, affordable homes close to employment, provision of day-to-day services within walking distance, and long-term stewardship.

The proposed development's access strategy was detailed, including three principal vehicular access points: two from the A458 and one from the B4364. These accesses were designed in conjunction with a proposed reduction in speed limits along these roads. The report also detailed plans for internal roads, pedestrian and cycle routes, and the potential for a mobility hub.

Numerous community representations were summarised, including objections from Tasley Parish Council and Bridgnorth Town Council, citing concerns about the scale of development, impact on infrastructure, highways, and the rural character of the area. Support comments highlighted the need for housing, particularly affordable housing, and the benefits of new community facilities, open spaces, and employment land.

The report presented a comprehensive appraisal of the main issues, including the principle of development, access and movement, environmental considerations (socio-economics, landscape, ecology, cultural heritage, water resources, air quality, noise, soils, and cumulative impacts), and other matters such as design principles and developer contributions. The report noted that the Council's inability to demonstrate a five-year housing land supply engaged the presumption in favour of sustainable development, often referred to as the 'tilted balance'. The officer recommendation was for approval of outline planning permission, with delegated powers to officers to finalise conditions and secure developer contributions, including a Section 106 agreement.

Schedule of Appeals and Appeal Decisions

The committee was also scheduled to review a schedule of appeals and appeal decisions. This included details of appeals against previous planning decisions made by the council. The report pack provided information on several appeals, including:

• 25/02789/PIP for Permission in Principle for the construction of between two and four dwellings at Proposed Residential Development Land West Of The Chestnuts, Cruckton, Shrewsbury, which was dismissed on 22 January 2026.
• 25/00645/OUT for an outline application for a single self-build dwelling to include access at Proposed Residential Development To The East Of Woodlands Close, Broseley, which was dismissed on 10 February 2026.
• 25/02077/FUL for the proposed erection of a new dormer bungalow and new vehicular access at Proposed Dwelling To The North Of Hazler Crescent, Church Stretton.
• 25/03571/FUL for the demolition of existing bungalow and erection of two storey replacement dwelling at The New Bungalow, Quatford, Bridgnorth.

The report pack indicated that decisions had been made on some of these appeals, while others were still pending.

The meeting was also scheduled to receive apologies for absence, confirm the minutes of the previous meeting held on 27 January 2026, and allow for public question time. Members were reminded of their obligations regarding disclosable pecuniary interests. The date of the next meeting was also to be noted.