Nothing Says “I Flood” Like More Balancing Ponds

Warminster councillors have been left unimpressed by plans for balancing ponds as part of proposed development at New Farm off Westbury Road. An updated report on the presence of phosphorus on the site went before the Planning Advisory Committee on Monday evening. Councillors reiterated their objection to the proposed erection of up to 205 dwellings, a community hub, public open space, access, infrastructure and associated works. Councillor Stacie Allensby spoke for the committee when she suggested that the very presence of balancing ponds in the plans are a strong indication that the site was prone to flooding.