Planning Archives - Backwell Parish Council

Help us build a safer Backwell – Have you experienced flooding?

Backwell Parish Council is working hard to ensure our village remains safe and prepared for the future. One of the growing issues we’re tackling is surface water flooding, particularly from rainfall running off Backwell Hill. To address this properly, we need your help. Although official records list only one flooding incident on Farleigh Road since 2012, we believe this doesn’t reflect the true picture. We understand that several properties may have been affected over the years, and it’s vital that these incidents are recognised so we can take the right action. Have you experienced flooding at your property on Farleigh Road? If so, please take a few minutes to complete our quick Flood Report Survey. Your response will help us: Accurately record flooding incidents Strengthen our case for future improvement works Better protect homes and residents across the village 👉 [Click here to complete the survey]

Help us build a safer Backwell – Have you experienced flooding?public@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-12-03T14:37:05+00:00

Update – Farleigh Fields Site

Farleigh Fields Site Persimmon Homes have notified Backwell Parish Council that their contractor will be completing all signage works in Backwell on Thursday 28th and Friday 29th August 2025. This will see a change from 40mph to 30mph along the road from Farleigh through to the site. In addition, the lighting columns on the main road in front of the site will be installed and connected on Thursday 18th and Friday 19th September 2025.

Update – Farleigh Fields Sitepublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-08-28T09:14:21+00:00

Rodney Road / Taylor Wimpey Site – Update from Backwell Parish Council

Taylor Wimpey (TW) and Rodney Road (RR) development for 60 houses. Statement from Backwell Parish Council (BPC) - 20th August 2025 BPC thanks residents and users of the Playing fields for their forbearance during this difficult first phase of the Rodney Road (RR) build. A great deal of work is going on behind the scenes to make this situation more manageable for residents as well as having the site access ready before the new school term. North Somerset Council (NSC) have visited the site on several occasions and are liaising with Taylor Wimpey (TW). NSC have explained to us that there has been no breach of the planning regulations. NSC Enforcement are focused on the continued monitoring, community liaison and delivery of RR. We await an update in relation to temporary Highways and parking restrictions on RR, arrangements are currently under discussion at NSC. From Thursday 21st August 2025 improvement [...]

Rodney Road / Taylor Wimpey Site – Update from Backwell Parish Councilpublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-08-21T10:32:12+00:00

Rodney Road / Taylor Wimpey Site – Update from Backwell Parish Council

Taylor Wimpey and Rodney Road development for 60 houses. Statement from Backwell Parish Council (BPC) - 11th August 2025 BPC strongly opposed Taylor Wimpey's (TW) housing development near Rodney Road in Backwell, but North Somerset Council (NSC) approved the project. After finalising conditions, building work will begin soon, with enabling works currently in progress. As volunteers and residents, BPC understands the sadness in losing these beloved fields but once land has consent, a pragmatic approach is required to secure a safe and smooth build. BPC has engaged with NSC and Taylor Wimpey to finalise a Construction Ecology Management Plan and Construction Traffic Management Plan, both have recently been approved. Whilst a consultee, BPC has limited influence as NSC is the awarding authority responsible for planning decision making. Taylor Wimpey (TW) have been proactive and supportive of our local groups, having met with West Leigh Infants School, Backwell Playing fields Committee [...]

Rodney Road / Taylor Wimpey Site – Update from Backwell Parish Councilpublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-08-11T13:51:52+00:00

Important Update – Farleigh Fields Site

Farleigh Fields Site Persimmon Homes have notified Backwell Parish Council of further top soil shift scheduled from Tuesday 12th August until Friday 15th August 2025. As such, there will be several lorries coming and going throughout those four days. The contractor being used is B&A and the location is WSM. Local residents will be informed by the site team.

Important Update – Farleigh Fields Sitepublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-08-11T13:07:45+00:00

Rodney Road / Taylor Wimpey Site – Update from Backwell Parish Council

Following residents’ concerns over the last few days, Backwell Parish Council (BPC) contacted both Taylor Wimpey (TW) and North Somerset Council (NSC) to request further information. Here’s the update we’ve received: Grass Cutting The land was previously under a grazing licence with a local farmer. Prior to completion taking place, TW were advised that the landowner/tenant wished to cut the grass one last time. This took place last week and unfortunately, it appears a tree was damaged during the cut. TW does not anticipate any further grass cutting until the new access from Rodney Road is in place. Site Access & Works TW held a site meeting recently to assess enabling works, including fencing and an archaeological survey. Access was made via the gate next to West Leigh Infants School – the same entrance used by the farmer, and a permitted right of way to access the land. As of [...]

Rodney Road / Taylor Wimpey Site – Update from Backwell Parish Councilpublic@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-07-09T12:01:06+00:00

Mac Mic Strategic Land Public Exhibition – Land North of Farleigh Road (East Backwell)

Mac Mic Strategic Land Public Exhibition – Land North of Farleigh Road (East Backwell) Thursday 17th July 2025 11:30am – 8:30pm Backwell Parish Hall Mac Mic Strategic Land is holding a public exhibition to present proposals for around 450 new homes, public open space, new facilities, and infrastructure on land north of Farleigh Road (East Backwell). This site is being considered for development in the latest draft of North Somerset Council’s new Local Plan. Backwell Parish Council has been informed of these intentions by Mac Mic Strategic Land and understands that invitation letters will be sent to residents shortly. We want to be clear: Backwell Parish Council opposes development in East Backwell and is committed to safeguarding the area. BPC has made this position clear to Mac Mic Strategic Land. The exhibition is part of an early-stage pre-proposal consultation – not a formal opportunity to object, but an important chance [...]

Mac Mic Strategic Land Public Exhibition – Land North of Farleigh Road (East Backwell)public@backwell-pc.gov.uk2025-07-02T14:30:14+00:00