Winchester Council approves plans for 88 student flats
A controversial scheme for 88 self-contained student units in Winchester has been approved.
The plans which have caused anger in Sparkford Road and Erskine Road close to the University of Winchester main campus have now been approved by Winchester City Council despite objections from residents.
Both residents and councillors have had concerns that the five story block of flats would cause parking issues, attract anti-social behaviour and have a detrimental impact on the character of the area …