A property developer is aiming for outline planning permission to build up to seven new homes near Shefford.

The scheme for a site near to Shefford Road in Meppershall include up to seven houses with private gardens.

A planning application has been lodged with Central Bedfordshire Council, with a planning statement insisting the proposed development would not harm those already living nearby.

"It is not considered that the residential development of the site would be out of keeping with the character and appearance of this part of the village," read the statement.

"The development of the site would result in noticeable change in terms of the character and appearance of this part of Shefford Road, but the site is set within an overtly residential context, and it is not considered that its development for residential would cause any demonstrable harm to the immediate setting or character and appearance of the area."

To view the application in full - and make your voice heard by April 24, visit centralbedfordshire.gov.uk and search for reference CB/24/00887/OUT in the planning portal.