The site of proposed housing in Apse Heath. Picture credits: google Maps and, inset, Andrew White Planning Consultancy. HOUSING in Apse Heath has been refused by the Isle of Wight Council after the local councillor pleaded with the committee to refuse the greenfield development. Applicant Connie Bentley wanted to build seven houses behind existing homes on Ventnor Road, forming a new cul-de-sac on land that is currently used as a paddock for horses. Following strong objections from the community, including the Island s MP, ward councillor Cllr Clare Mosdell called the decision into the Isle of Wight Council s planning committee to make the final decision as council officers recommended the development receive conditional approval.