Surrey Village Faces Fears Over 400 New Homes Project Impact

A plan exists to build 400 homes near Alfold. The homes would be south of Dunsfold Road. They will also be west of Loxwood Road. Some villagers worry about this big housing project. They think vital services will struggle.

The developers say Waverley needs more homes. They claim the area lacks enough housing land, and nearly 500 homes might be built quickly. Ninety-nine homes are already being built nearby, and people are objecting to these plans.

One villager said the infrastructure is failing, mentioning sewage spills and low water pressure. They also cited power outages, adding the plan ignores prior community input. This input highlighted the lack of investment.

Another resident wants the council to say no to protect green spaces and wildlife. The resident fears the village will be ruined, noting the nearest train station is nine kilometers away in Witley.

The builders want a new access road and propose paths for walkers and cyclists. The project includes community and commercial spaces, intending to include a community orchard. Thirty percent of homes could be affordable.

The current plans are still preliminary, and developers want different-sized homes. These homes would range from one to four bedrooms, with houses and flats being two and a half stories tall. They have met with council staff several times.

The developers believe in their project quality and say it suits the village character. Their other nearby project shows what they can do as they want homes that help the environment. Measures will reduce water and energy use.

The council’s planning rules are old, says a court, and Waverley needs five years of housing land. They only have one year’s worth right now, and the developers say the council has a housing shortage. The government’s changes will make it worse, and more houses are greatly needed in the area.