212 new homes set for old Phoenix School site
Plans to build 212 new homes on the site of the former Phoenix School in Dawley have been submitted.
As well as new homes, the plans also include community allotments, a new play facility, investment into school places and enhancements to local roads.
The planning application has been submitted on behalf of Telford & Wrekin Council following a public consultation held towards the end of last year.
The scheme includes 87 homes available through Housing Plus (previously known as Wrekin Housing Group), 74 homes for sale through Lovell and 51 privately rented homes through Nuplace Ltd (the Council’s wholly owned housing company).
The scheme would include a range of 1 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes, retirement living apartments and bungalows to meet the needs of local families.
It would provide specialist accessible and adaptable accommodation to support independent living as well as extra school places, improved local roads and investment into playing pitches.
All of the homes would be built to a high sustainable level and to Nationally Described Space Standards, ensuring high quality dwellings and reduced running costs.
The site would also offer play provision, community allotments and access to public transport. There would also be extensive planting and sustainable drainage in place to help rainwater drain naturally and to connect nearby green spaces to help plants and animals thrive.
A decision on the application is expected in summer 2025. If approved, work on site would start later this year.
Pic: Artists impression of development
