The 'Chalk Pit'. Image: Ian Capper via geograph.org
Plans to redevelop the 'Chalk Pit' site on College Road in Epsom have been met by a fierce backlash from residents in the area after they were submitted last month.
A petition titled 'Stop the Epsom Mineral Waste Recycling Plant Planning Permission' set up by opponents of the proposals has so far gained over 2,200 signatures, with groups including Epsom Civil Society and Ewell Downs Residents Association speaking out.
Residents opposing the proposals have voiced concerns about noise and air pollution, and about a type of 'silica' dust they fear might be produced by new development and work on the site.