A housing developer has apologised after failing to tell people in two villages near Norwich about a public consultation on plans for 4,000 new homes. 

Taylor Wimpey has announced it will run a second public consultation on the major GT16 project, north of Green Lane West in Rackheath, on land between the industrial estate and Salhouse.

Eastern Daily Press: Almost half of both Rackheath and Salhouse were reportedly not told about the eventsAlmost half of both Rackheath and Salhouse were reportedly not told about the events (Image: Newsquest)

The exact numbers are unknown but it is understood that as much as half of Rackheath and Salhouse did not receive a letter from the company about its consultation events. 

However, a Taylor Wimpey spokesman has confirmed a second round of consultations will take place on January 22 and 26.

"We are sorry that some addresses were missed when leaflets were distributed," they said.

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“After the last consultation events, and following further refinements to the masterplan, Taylor Wimpey will be sharing these with the Rackheath and Salhouse community in January 2024.”

Eastern Daily Press: The proposed layout for the site of almost 4,000 homes between Rackheath Industrial Estate and Salhouse that would stretch north towards WroxhamThe proposed layout for the site of almost 4,000 homes between Rackheath Industrial Estate and Salhouse that would stretch north towards Wroxham (Image: Taylor Wimpey)

GT16, which is yet to receive planning permission but is part of the Greater Norwich Local Plan, would see the development of up to 3,850 homes, land for two primary schools, one secondary school, orchards, allotments, employment land and sports facilities. 

Rackheath and Salhouse parish councils are understood to have piled the pressure on Taylor Wimpey for a second consultation after locals raised the issue. 

Eastern Daily Press: Cllr Fran WhymarkCllr Fran Whymark (Image: Newsquest)

District councillor Fran Whymark said: "Whoever Taylor Wimpey commissioned to flyer the villages did a very poor job.

"About half of each village was covered.

"This meant that a large number of people were unaware and therefore unable to participate.

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"This is the reason they will be having a further consultation.

"Hopefully this will cover both villages and give everyone who wants to comment the opportunity to do so.

Eastern Daily Press: Taylor Wimpey is one of the UK's biggest housebuilding firmsTaylor Wimpey is one of the UK's biggest housebuilding firms (Image: PA Wire)

"Everyone should have the opportunity to give their views on the proposed development. I hope that all residents are made aware this time and people feel able to give their views this time.”

Taylor Whimpey has also made the exhibition boards available on the section of its website dedicated to the proposed development.