An artist’s rendering of a potential new home development in Dereham. (Image via Newsquest) More:

Market Town Landlord Slams ‘Broken’ Temporary Accommodation System Access would be via the current door on Norwich Road, opposite to the Malthouse, with a total of 182 parking spaces.

A connecting pathway would connect the development, dubbed Maltings Grove, to the southern end of the road that serves the Old Tannery and Malt House Cottages.

Part of the plans include improving access to the site from Norwich Road and installing pathways.

The dwellings will be built on ground south of Norwich Road. (Image via Newsquest) More:

Breckland businesses receive high food hygiene ratings. The ideas also include a play area made of lumber and other natural materials “to complement the woodland setting”.

The area south of Norwich Road is a brownfield site that was previously industrial.

The proposed care home would include three floors, 77 en-suite beds, and accompanying communal facilities.

The ideas include a variety of bungalows and family residences. (Image via Newsquest) It would be situated in the north-east corner of the land, parallel to the existing Malthouse Cottages and Old Tannery.

According to a design and access statement, “future detailed applications can help ensure the Maltings development becomes a distinctive and well-integrated part of Dereham”.

The route off Norwich route will also be improved if the plans are approved. (Image via Newsquest) The property owners also stated:

“We want our development to be a social neighbourhood that fosters a sense of community and provides opportunities for people to meet and enjoy the landscaped setting.”

During a May consultation on the developer’s plans, some homeowners expressed concerns about site access and increased traffic. The application is now being reviewed by planners.

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