Over 200 New Homes Could Be Built On Notorious Flood Site At Merton Meadow In Hereford

[Hereford Voice]

After years of anticipation, the development plan to transform Hereford's Merton Meadow into more than 200 new homes, along with business spaces, is set to move forward following a significant agreement.

Herefordshire Council has enlisted Buttress Architects, based in Manchester, to manage the project as it progresses to the construction phase, in a deal valued at £767,253.

The Cabinet Member for Economy and Growth on 9 September 2024 made a key decision spend up to £800,000 for the Merton Meadow sites in Hereford.

Reasons for decision:

• Cabinet Member decision dated 9 September 2024 sets out Merton Meadow Flood Alleviation Scheme.
• Brownfield Land Release Fund (BLRF) grant funding has been awarded by government for the Merton Meadow sites in Hereford.
• The project will also unlock significant growth at a key gateway location, creating opportunities for inter-generational inner city living on currently under utilised land. This will enable people to live, work in the city centre, spend time and money in local businesses.
• Address flooding issues, affecting these and surrounding properties.
• Improve biodiversity.
• The project would have the potential unlock up to 210 new dwellings.

Photographs courtesy of Anne Cottringer

 

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The pictures say all that is needed to be said surely? No expensive consultants needed. This is AFTER the multi-million £ Yazor Brook flood prevention scheme, which has clearly proved to be inadequate in the face of changing weather patterns.