Summary
Plans to build 153 new homes in Maids Moreton have been approved, but the local sewage system is already full and not set to be upgraded soon. This situation puts new housing developments in question, as building new homes could lead to more pollution in the nearby river. This problem is not unique to Maids Moreton but is happening in various parts of England where existing sewage systems cannot handle more waste.
Key Facts
- Maids Moreton, a village in southern England, is set to expand by 153 new homes.
- The local sewage system has been over capacity for years.
- There is no immediate plan to upgrade the sewage system.
- New homes may either remain empty or, if occupied, could worsen river pollution.
- A similar sewage issue in Oxford delayed the construction of 18,000 homes.
- The Environment Agency can object to new developments due to sewage problems.
- Anglian Water admitted the local sewage plant has no capacity for new houses.
- Legislative and infrastructure challenges impact housing development decisions.
