A NEW housing development could be coming to the edge of Kingskerswell.

The application, submitted by The Fair Family Trust, seeks outline planning permission for the phased development of eight dwellings on land at Fluder Hill, pictured, to the south-east of the village.

The proposals include up to five custom-built ‘Compact Homes’ - small, purposefully designed residential spaces that maximise every square meter to provide all the essential functions of a traditional house - two of which would be provided as affordable properties, alongside three additional self-build plots.

Teignbridge Council are expected to make a decision on 26/01679/OUT by December 28.

Outline planning permission seeks to establish whether a site can be used for a specific type and scale of development, without approving the final look of the buildings.

The proposed site is bordered by residential properties to the north, south and west and hedgerow to the east.

According to the planning documents submitted with the application, the site is not within any conservation area and there are no listed buildings nearby. There are also no Tree Preservation Orders covering trees on the site.

The planning statement submitted in support of the application highlights the potential economic benefits of the scheme, both during construction and once the homes are occupied.

It states: ‘Economic benefits will arise during the construction phase where the development of each property will create opportunities for local builders, tradesmen and builders’ merchants, which also has the potential to create local employment and training opportunities’.

The statement adds that future residents would support local businesses and make a contribution to the economy of Kingskerswell.

To view the documents in full, and to comment on the application, visit Teignbridge Council’s planning portal and enter ‘26/01679/OUT’ into the search-box.