Objections lodged against eco-friendly homes by River Severn in Shrewsbury

Plans have been resubmitted to build "landmark riverside buildings" off Kingsland Road.

But the proposals have attracted widespread opposition, with nearby residents and groups, such as Shrewsbury Town Council, the Ramblers Association and Shrewsbury Friends of the Earth, all objecting.

The plans have been submitted by G C Rickards Ltd.

Plans to build five homes on the site were rejected in 2009, with an appeal against the decision also turned down. In 2011, revised plans for just two homes were refused by councillors despite being recommended for approval by Shropshire Council officers.

A design and access statement in support of the fresh plans, which now include direct access from Kingsland Road, said: "It is our belief that the site fully accords with both national and local planning policy and could provide a landmark for Shropshire and a great example of modern domestic architecture which the town could be proud of."

The scheme would also include provision for 12 parking spaces. But the new scheme has attracted dozens of objections, with concerns cited about the loss of green space and potential problems with highway safety.

Helen Ball, town clerk for Shrewsbury Town Council, said: "This area of land is perceived as part of the green corridor adjacent to the River Severn which sets the scene for the river's engagement with the town centre, the Quarry and the wider town and also contributes greatly to the town's Conservation Area. Taking away part of the green space will greatly reduce the area's amenity value to visitors and detract from the value of the Conservation area."

John Newnham, chairman of the Shrewsbury group of the Ramblers Association, said: "If you allow this end piece to be developed, it will create a precedent to be exploited by other would-be developers."