Plans for a controversial 1,200-home settlement outside Newton Abbot in Devon have been given the green light by secretary of state Robert Jenrick, despite concerns raised over the impact of the development on nearby conservation areas.

The plans, drawn up by PCL Planning on behalf of the landowners, envisage the homes at Wolborough Barton be provided alongside a primary school, 12,560 m of employment floorspace, two care homes and other community facilities.

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