As reported here by the Ipswich Star, after an appeal by Persimmon (which was heard by the Planning Inspectorate over 4 days in August), on 15 October 2017 the appeal decision was announced rejecting Persimmon’s appeal for 300 new homes at Longstrops by Bell Lane. Planning Inspector, Paul Clark, said the development “would not be in a sustainable location because it is distant from opportunities to undertake day-to-day activities,” and added that growth patterns needed to be managed to ensure best development of infrastructure such as transport and public services, which the application did not provide.

As further reported here by the Ipswich Star, Martin Davidson, land director for Persimmon Homes Anglia, was reported to say: “We are obviously disappointed with the outcome of the public inquiry, and will need to review the decision with our consultants and counsel before deciding what next steps to take”.

Should Persimmon decide in the future to launch another application for any of the land at Longstrops on the border of Kesgrave, KAGE will again do what it can to raise awareness of the issues arising from any major expansion of Kesgrave, particularly without any investment in the surrounding infrastructure.