Children's home could be given go ahead

The home, which would be based along Amos Lane in the Wednesfield area of the city.

Objections have been received by the council along with a petition with 38 signatures.

Objections suggest that the home would cause an "Increase in anti-social behaviour and an increase in noise."

There was also concern raised over "the occupiers of the property and the impact on elderly residents living nearby."

According to the appraisal of the application, ahead of the meeting to discuss it on Tuesday (MAY 23) : "The nature and scale of the use proposed is suited to this large detached house, set in an ample curtilage. The number of children proposed would be comparable to the number that could be expected to live in a five-bedroomed family home."

It is understood that the council will look to limit the number of children in the home to four.

The statement continues: "Children’s care homes are regulated by OFSTED and so will need to meet their normal standards regarding management, security and safety."

The appraisal concludes that: "The property is detached and sufficiently separate from the nearest house to not give rise to any undue disturbance to neighbours.

"Subject to conditions the proposal would be acceptable and in accordance with the development plan."

The conditions likely to be put in place include confirming the number and age of children, creating an agreed car parking layout and ensuring that cycle parking and a bin store is put in place.