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Government approves 1,700-home Somerset garden community scheme after public inquiry

By 2026-04-08T12:22:00

Selwood_ Housng- NVB Architects

Housing secretary called in NVB Architects-designed scheme last year over concerns about environmental destruction and local infrastructure provision

The government has approved plans by NVB Architects for a 1,700-home scheme in Somerset following a public inquiry.

The masterplan for Selwood Garden Community (SGC), submitted to Frome Town Council by landowners, was called in by the housing secretary in February 2025 just a day before the Somerset council planning board was due to debate the application.

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