 Villagers fear a repeat of problems at Cottenham |
A controversial planning application for a travellers' site near Ely is expected to be given the go-ahead by councillors on Wednesday. East Cambs District Council has been recommended to approve the application for two caravans at Little Downham.
The council has received a 1,500-strong petition and more than 150 letters opposing the application.
Planners say need for the accommodation has been proven and impact on the countryside would be minimal.
A report says local people claim the proposal would result in a similar situation to that at Cottenham in South Cambridgeshire where villagers are fighting to curb a growing site.
The report says there are also concerns the development would ruin the character of the Fen landscape.
However planning officers say, on balance, because of a lack of available sites and the circumstances of the applicant, they are recommending approval.
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