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Homes on Hold Over Hidden History | Leicester News
Sixty-seven new homes in Markfield are on hold after the council halted plans citing “unacceptable” archaeological risks—despite planning officers’ approval. The site, previously rejected in 2022 for insufficient heritage checks, now faces renewed scrutiny as locals demand answers: why weren’t investigations done sooner? Developers tout sustainability, but council members insist concrete evidence of what lies beneath must be proven before any construction begins. With a unanimous vote to defer, the project’s future hangs in the balance—reminding us that preserving history often demands…
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