Plans to build 45 homes in Peel have sparked objections from residents who say the infrastructure in the town has not kept pace with the growingpopulation.

George and Leanne Harker have lived in Close Corlett for two years and their home backs on to the proposed site in fields off Oak Road.

Mr Harker said: ’ The town has undergone huge development during the 10 years I have been here and it has been fantastic to witness its surge in popularity.

’What has been difficult to witness however, is the lack of infrastructure and investment that has been put in place by local authorities and government to sustain this growth.’

He cites schools, parking and sewerage as the main issues.

’Our local primary school has exceeded its maximum capacity according to education chiefs, local businesses in the failing shopping high street are being forced to close as residents opt to shop elsewhere due to the lack of choice and suitable parking,’ he said.

’Not to mention the town’s inherent sewage treatment problem, that sees untreated and unscreened sewage being pumped out into the bay on a daily basis, causing damage to our environment and the local residents who swim and play on the beach.’

Mr Harker said the development would have a ’huge impact’ on Close Corlett.

He says the loss of 35 mature trees would result in a loss of natural privacy and says the trees are an important part of the landscape.

’The trees are visible from a number of angles around the town and are an example of the natural beauty that Peel has to offer,’ he said.

Ian Brand, of Close Quane, lodged an objection on the grounds that the new development could exacerbate water logging.

Trevor and Allison Cowin, of Poortown Road, claim felling 35 mature trees is contrary to the Strategic Plan.

They also questioned why the developer had not determined how foul water would be discharged before submitting the bid (17/00992/B).