We believe that Somerset needs no new settlements; rather, that housing growth should be through organic development.
We object to the proposed Taylor Wimpey new town in the Blackdown Vale east of the M5 a settlement the size of Wellington with all the strain on Taunton's facilities that it will bring. Taunton should not be divided by the M5. It should remain the boundary for the town.
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
July 26, 2026
Reached 250 supporters
July 26, 2026
Reached 100 supporters
July 25, 2026
161 Comments
Destruction of pristine countryside, if anyone walked this area they would be in complete astonishment that someone would want to destroy it, absolutely disgusting proposal.
SSSI and AONB must be protected to a 2km radius. This means the building must not and cannot happen. Housing growth should be organic and no more than 10% in the first 5 years and no more than 20% over the full life of the project.
As someone who grew up in the area it it heartbreaking to see so much land being built on.
The destruction of the local villages and surrounding countryside that the proposed development will have is massive and benefits only the developers. Unwanted , unnecessary and heartbreaking.
This is just one step too far. Musgrove A&E is bursting at the seams, doctors surgeries, schools, reservoirs, sewer systems roads need all to be updated before any new houses are built. The wildlife and natural spaces that will be destroyed is terrible. You are going to ruin this whole area and affect people’s quality of life even more, not just for Taunton but surrounding towns too.
I live in Blackdown Hils
Too much traffic in this area already with the M5 closed frequently, which results in all other roads congested.
Sign Petition
We never post to your account. Social sign-in is used only to verify your signature.
Add a comment?
Your signature will be added via . Tell others why you're signing — it's optional.
By signing, you accept iPetitions Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Share Petition
Don't stop at signing, share the petition link with friends to multiply our impact
Copy link or share directly
Decision Makers:
Bill Revans
We believe that Somerset needs no new settlements; rather, that housing growth should be through organic development.
We object to the proposed Taylor Wimpey new town in the Blackdown Vale east of the M5 a settlement the size of Wellington with all the strain on Taunton's facilities that it will bring. Taunton should not be divided by the M5. It should remain the boundary for the town.
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
July 26, 2026
Reached 250 supporters
July 26, 2026
Reached 100 supporters
July 25, 2026
161 Comments
A RIDICULOUS size development for a town that has already reached or surpassed saturation point. Devastating a beautiful landscape and agricultural productive land. No infrastructure, lack of reservoirs, and a motorway that cannot cope........it seems to be closed on a daily basis!
Destruction of pristine countryside, if anyone walked this area they would be in complete astonishment that someone would want to destroy it, absolutely disgusting proposal.
SSSI and AONB must be protected to a 2km radius. This means the building must not and cannot happen. Housing growth should be organic and no more than 10% in the first 5 years and no more than 20% over the full life of the project.
As someone who grew up in the area it it heartbreaking to see so much land being built on.
The destruction of the local villages and surrounding countryside that the proposed development will have is massive and benefits only the developers. Unwanted , unnecessary and heartbreaking.
This is just one step too far. Musgrove A&E is bursting at the seams, doctors surgeries, schools, reservoirs, sewer systems roads need all to be updated before any new houses are built. The wildlife and natural spaces that will be destroyed is terrible. You are going to ruin this whole area and affect people’s quality of life even more, not just for Taunton but surrounding towns too.
I live in Blackdown Hils
Too much traffic in this area already with the M5 closed frequently, which results in all other roads congested.
Help this petition grow
Share it with friends to help reach 750 signatures.
Sign Petition
We never post to your account. Social sign-in is used only to verify your signature.
Add a comment?
Your signature will be added via .
Tell others why you're signing — it's optional.
Signing with Google or Facebook verifies your signature instantly — no email needed.
By signing, you accept iPetitions Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Share Petition
Don't stop at signing, share the petition link with friends to multiply our impact
Petitions like this
Other petitions you might want to support
Scan to share
Anyone who scans this can sign the petition.
A RIDICULOUS size development for a town that has already reached or surpassed saturation point. Devastating a beautiful landscape and agricultural productive land. No infrastructure, lack of reservoirs, and a motorway that cannot cope........it seems to be closed on a daily basis!