Genesis proposes 95-home Cumbrian scheme
The Penrith-based developer wants to build 95 properties on 12.5 acres north-west of Frizington Road in Cleator Moor.
Planning consultancy SRE Associates applied to Copeland Council on Genesis Homes’ behalf, and AFL Architects designed the houses for the scheme.
Westwood Landscape Design is the landscape architect for the project.
A market housing mix of four two-bed, 26 three-bed, and 53 four-bed houses would be offered.
According to a design and access statement, a range of bespoke site-specific house types have been created to meet demand.
The remaining 12 properties would be affordable, split between affordable rent and shared ownership.
Four bungalows and a mixture of detached and semi-detached properties would be on offer. Car parking would be provided for up to 238 vehicles.
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The site in question is currently underused agricultural land, earmarked by the Copeland Local Plan as suitable for residential development.
Genesis Homes is hoping to begin work on-site by early 2026, subject to the scheme winning planning permission.
John Blue, land and sales director, Genesis Homes, said: “We understand the demand for high-quality housing in the area and are committed to providing homes that are not only modern and energy-efficient but also make a positive contribution to the local community.
“Our development will provide a mix of open market and affordable homes, helping to address housing needs while complementing the character of the town.”
Envirotech, Coast Consulting Engineers, Egg, and RG Parkins are on the scheme’s project team.
To view the planning application, use the reference number 4/25/2110/0F1 on Copeland Council’s planning portal.
