Doncaster Council rejects plans for park homes on flood-prone land in Thorne
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Doncaster Council rejects plans for park homes on flood-prone land in Thorne

27 Aug 2026 · Originally published 26 Aug 2026 7/10 Original headline: Plans for park homes on field ‘highly vulnerable’ to flooding thrown out
Councillors have refused a proposal to build 31 lodges on a field in Thorne after the Environment Agency identified the site as being at high risk of flooding. The decision prioritises safety over development, ensuring that new residential homes are not placed in areas where water levels pose a significant threat.
Source: Yorkshire Post South Yorkshire
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