More housing on the edge of a Falkirk village would put massive pressure on roads, schools and health services while yet more open space would be lost to the community and to local wildlife, residents have warned.
Three members of the public spoke out against plans by Manor Forrest to build on land at Parkhall Farm, Maddiston, at a special meeting of Falkirk Council 's planning committee held online on Tuesday evening.
The pre-determination hearing gave councillors who will make the final decision a chance to hear the facts about the proposal from both the developer and those opposed to it.