Plans to build 14 new homes on Burncross Road in Chapeltown have been objected to by
past and present residents.

Over 35 letters of objection have been submitted, with residents citing worries about
increased traffic, pressure on local schools and healthcare services and the loss of green
space.

The developers have said they aim to “unlock the physical, social, and economic potentials
of the site” by offering sustainable housing.

However, some community members are apprehensive about the potential impact on the
area’s character.

Liora Hale, 28, who grew up in Chapeltown and now lives in Sheffield, said: “I’ve always had
a deep appreciation for the green spaces in this area, they play a crucial role in maintaining
the community’s quality of life.

“Replacing these areas with housing could have significant environmental consequences
that we may not fully understand until it’s too late.”

Miss Hale emphasised the need for careful planning: “Development needs to be balanced
with preserving nature, especially when it comes to maintaining green spaces that contribute
to the area’s character.”

The proposal includes constructing five bungalows, four semi-detached houses, and five
detached homes next to a busy surgery.

Harland Winslow, 49, who holds a degree in environmental science and has relatives in
Chapeltown, said the addition of nearly a dozen new homes could worsen existing traffic
issues.

“Traffic congestion is already a problem around here, particularly during peak times. Adding
more housing will likely increase traffic and make the situation worse.”

Mr. Winslow also warned about the strain on local infrastructure. “We’re seeing schools and
healthcare services already stretched to their limits. More housing without expanding these
services could lead to serious problems down the line.”

The area’s former MP, Miriam Cates, has also voiced objections over the loss of biodiversity
and the lack of affordable housing in the proposal.

Sheffield City Council is due to discuss the planning application.