Several people have objected to a developer’s request to build 43 homes on land that has been removed from green belt.

Homes England and Cala Homes Chiltern want to build the properties in Molyneaux Avenue, Bovingdon, near The Mount Prison.

Since the application was submitted on September 6, it has received 15 objections.

Watford Observer: Artists impression of the proposed development at Molyneaux Avenue.Artists impression of the proposed development at Molyneaux Avenue. (Image: Cala Homes Chiltern)

In response, Jim Brunt, land director at Cala Homes Chiltern, said: “We believe that our carefully considered proposals for new homes at Molyneaux Avenue, a site which has been allocated for housing development by Dacorum Borough Council, would help address the local housing need.”

Several people are anxious about what they described as the “overdevelopment” of Bovingdon.

Their concerns come after another planning application was submitted requesting a total of 186 homes to be built in Green Lane, Bovingdon.

One person said that “no consideration” has been given to additional services and amenities in the village.

Another added that “no thought has been given to the difficulties in traffic moving through Bovingdon high street at present and the lack of parking”.

Concerns regarding traffic permeated throughout the objections.

One person said: “Increased traffic congestion will not only affect the quality of life for villagers but also pose safety risks.

“Emergency services, in particular, may struggle to navigate through these congested roads.”

Parking issues were brought up several times by people objecting to the Molyneaux Avenue development.

Watford Observer: Artists impression of the proposed development at Molyneaux Avenue. Artists impression of the proposed development at Molyneaux Avenue. (Image: Cala Homes Chiltern)

One person suggested: “There is not enough allocated parking for the projected number of residents.”

In addition, the proximity of the development to peoples’ homes was raised by one person who said: “The new dwellings will be extremely close to our border as well as have a direct view into our bedroom and living room windows, therefore violating the privacy we have in our home.”

Despite the objections, two people have taken neutral stances on the plans.

One person recommended: “Houses should have space to store 3 x wheeled bins and a curb side caddie.”

Mr Brunt added: “Forty per cent of the new homes would be affordable, and our plans include generous areas of open space and a play area, providing new recreational areas for existing and future residents to enjoy.”