A 2,500-home development plan for land on Prince William's Duchy of Cornwall estate in Kent is set to be given the green light.
The large estate, known as South East Faversham, has been met with backlash from residents, with protests being held against the proposals.
Swale Borough Council held a planning committee meeting this week, giving approval to the scheme, which will see thousands of homes built in the next 20 years.
Shops, sports pitches, healthcare facilities and a primary school will also be built, as well as accessible routes in and around the town.
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An extensive report explained the strengths of the plan, stating: "The scheme performs well in respect of providing affordable homes, in addition to directing development to sustainable locations and securing well-designed places."
It noted that there will be "significant" harm to the area, but it would not "outweigh the benefits".
Once approved, phase one will be given the go-ahead and see 261 homes, a water recycling centre, commercial units and a slip road to the A2.
The estate has been talked about for several years, even when King Charles was head of the Duchy.
Several residents have objected to the future king's plans
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Protesters took to the streets over the Prince of Wales's plans, with a series of Stop the Duchy campaigners.
The individuals gathered on Faversham High Street in February, demanding that the propositions be dropped.
The protesters carried banners reading "Hedgehogs Not Houses" and "Feed Your People, Not Your Pockets!"
The estate director for the Duchy, Ben Murphy, said developers have spent six years working with people in the area.
Plans had been in the works when Charles was the Duchy
| GETTYHe said: "We understand how important quality green spaces are to the community and are committed to preserving settlement gaps between Boughton, Dunkirk and Faversham to maintain the area's rural character.
"Half of the neighbourhood will be dedicated to green space, featuring parks, meadows, woodlands, and allotments.
"If approved, South East Faversham will provide much-needed homes, including affordable housing for vulnerable families in urgent need."
Down in Somerset, councillors have given the go-ahead to a major housing development on the Duchy of Cornwall estate, with 620 new homes set to be constructed.
The Duchy of Cornwall has seen two of his proposals approved in recent months
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The scheme, a joint venture between the Duchy and developer C G Fry and Son Ltd, will also deliver a new primary school for Shepton Mallet.
Beyond the residential properties and educational facilities, the approved plans incorporate a care home and nursery on the site.
Somerset Council members voted to approve the development after ensuring appropriate measures were in place to address river pollution concerns in the area.
The approval follows an earlier decision by Somerset Council in September 2025, with councillors asked to re-endorse the application with updated conditions regarding phosphate levels in local watercourses.
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