Plans for 39 new homes in a South Lakes village have been submitted.
Holbeck Homes Ltd wants to build the new estate on land at Cartmel.
The application concerns land south of Haggs Lane and would feature a mixture of semi-detached and detached properties as well as a block of apartments. The properties would be a mixture of one- and two-bedroom.
The project would see 98 parking spaces – including garages – created as well as 12 spaces for bicycle storage.
The design and access statement submitted as part of the application says the majority of properties would feature parking located at the side of the dwellings.
“A small parking court area is provided for the apartment block,” it says.
“However, dwellings are sited to overlook this area, encouraging natural surveillance.”
The statement says: “The landscaping treatment to front gardens will be relatively simple, comprising predominately lawned areas with drives (where included).
“Tree and shrub planting will be proposed to some properties to improve visual interest and create a sense of place within the streetscape.
“New native tree and shrub planting will be proposed across the development site, ensuring that the development integrates into its setting.
“The siting of the public open space, which expands across the southern and south-eastern boundary, creates a green edge while protecting the integrity of the existing woodland area.”
In his response to the proposals, Andy Hutton, crime prevention officer at Cumbria Constabulary, expressed concern about particular elements of the scheme.
He said: “I do not consider the cycle store to be sufficiently constructed to resist attempted theft. Unless properly maintained, the timber will eventually degrade, compromising integrity against forced entry.
“There is no indication of proposed locking devices to the doors. However, the incorporation of steel stands concreted into the floor provides a choice of locking arrangements to owners.
“If cycle owners do not have confidence in the security of this facility, it will not be fully utilised.
“The bin store should also be secured when not in use to prevent bins being exploited as climbing aids or as a source for arson.”
