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The Daily Brief · Cornwall Political Watch

Tuesday, 14 July 2026 · 6 items

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Council-owned developer deems affordable homes unviable on 'eyesore' site as car parks drop cash for £80,000 saving

A council-owned developer has said promised affordable housing on an 'eyesore' site is not financially viable, according to Cornwall Live. Separately, a South West council has removed cash payments from most car parks to save £80,000, while the Sustainable Growth and Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee met with no detailed summary yet published.

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Council's own developer says promises of affordable homes on 'eyesore' site 'not viable' - Cornwall Live

The council's own developer has said promises of affordable homes on the "eyesore" site are "not viable.

Why it matters: Raises questions over whether affordable housing commitments tied to the site will be delivered

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