THE £7.5 million realignment of a major road in High Wycombe to make way for 700 homes will go ahead after the government agreed to fund it.

Abbey Barn Lane will be realigned and there will be junction reconfiguration in a bid to “support the local plan” and the building of hundreds of new homes.

The announcement comes as planning documents for the Abbey Barn North redevelopment reveal more details about the proposals.

Developers are planning to create a new roundabout at the junction with Kingsmead Road and Abbey Barn Lane.

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Another £12 million bid to improve access for the Princes Risborough expansion area has also been accepted, meaning Wycombe District Council will get a total of £19.5 million for the two projects.

Both projects form part of the new Wycombe District Local Plan, which outlines and helps enable opportunities for new homes, jobs and opportunities for the local community.

The Local Plan is expected to be given the green light by councillors at a special meeting on August 19.

The money will be awarded by The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) in order to deliver “necessary infrastructure” before development goes ahead in a bid to reduce the risk of traffic on congested or unsuitable roads.

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Cllr David Johncock, cabinet member for planning, said: “This is excellent news and follows months of detailed scrutiny by Homes England. It demonstrates the commitment by both the government and Wycombe District Council to unlocking the early delivery of much-needed housing in the area and our commitment to getting the right infrastructure in place straightaway.

“We will now work with Homes England to enter into a formal agreement governing the use of these funds, and will do the detailed work required to bring forward these schemes.

“In doing so we will continue to consult residents who may be affected by these proposals.”