Money finally agreed to allow relief road and M5 Junction changes
The plan aims to ease congestion in Cullompton and improve air quality
Work can now begin on Cullompton’s new relief road - after a funding agreement between Mid Devon District Council and Homes England
It aims to 'ease town centre congestion, improve air quality and encourage a more vibrant town centre, while supporting the planned growth of the town'.
A spokesperson for the project said: "While planning permission was secured for the road back in January 2021, work could not begin until the total funding for the multi-million pound infrastructure project was secured.
"Early enabling works for the road, however, have already begun, with the seeding of a replacement cricket square taking place in late 2024 and further land acquisitions now progressing.
"While the road represents a major investment, the relief road is just the beginning of a broader infrastructure overhaul for Cullompton. The Council is also progressing with plans to upgrade Junction 28 of the M5 to accommodate increased capacity and is committed to re-opening Cullompton Railway Station as part of a wider project to improve train services in the sub-region."
Pauline Schaffer, Director Infrastructure Funding at Homes England, added: "Funding from the Housing Infrastructure Fund will enable construction of the Cullompton relief road, easing town centre congestion and unlocking much needed new homes.
"This marks a significant milestone for the scheme, and an excellent example of how Homes England supports local authority partners like Mid Devon District Council to make delivery happen."
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