Police called to Hythe as work begins on Princes Parade scheme
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Updated: 13:55, 09 March 2021
Police were called to a beauty spot after people gathered to protest over work starting on a new housing development.
Ecology work to clear trees and vegetation has begun along the northern bank of the Royal Military Canal in Hythe in preparation for the divisive Princes Parade scheme.
Work has started on Princes Parade to remove some trees and vegetation, sparking anger among residents. Picture: Save Princes Parade Facebook
When complete, it will include 150 new homes, a leisure centre, a hotel and green spaces along the coastal road.
Amendment to prevent Hythe s Princes Parade development going ahead is rejected
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Further attempts to halt the Princes Parade development in Hythe have failed.
Artist s impression of the proposed leisure centre at the Princes Parade development in Hythe
As part of the proposal, Princes Parade road will be re-located closer to the Royal Military Canal.
Over the years, those against the scheme, including members of the Save Princes Parade (SPP) action group, have fought hard to stop it going ahead.
That battle came to a head at the end of last year when SPP lost their appeal at Judicial Review, having previously called the scheme âunlawfulâ.
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The drive-thru McDonald s restaurant has been rejected. Stock photo
But councillors on Folkestone and Hythe District Council s (FHDC) planning committee voted against the scheme at their meeting last night, held virtually.
Members refused the development based on their concerns about highway safety and sustainability.
Fears were also raised over increased litter, pollution and noise in the area if the new build was erected.
Councillors were also worried about its close proximity to schools and the M20 motorway - which already produces high CO2 emissions.