CPRE Leicestershire

CPRE Leicestershire has submitted a formal objection to planning application 26/0361/OUT, which proposes the construction of 120 homes and a retail unit on greenfield land north of Leicester Road, Sharnford. The proposed development would be built outside the village's agreed settlement boundary on designated open countryside. We believe it conflicts with local planning policy and would have a significant impact on the character of Sharnford and its surrounding landscape. Our objection...

CPRE Leicestershire has recently submitted objections to a number of significant planning applications across the county. While each proposal is different, many raise concerns around countryside loss, biodiversity impacts, infrastructure pressure and the importance of plan-led development. 📍 Sharnford Proposal: 120 homes and a retail unit Location: Land north of Leicester Road Key concerns: Development in open countryside Similar proposal previously dismissed on appeal Conflict with the...

We are pleased to inform you that the June 2026 newsletter is now available. It shares a snapshot of what’s been happening across CPRE Leicestershire over the past couple of months – and what’s coming next. You can read the full newsletter here and catch up on the latest from the team.