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THE COMPANY planning a new supermarket and housing development on Portland has issued an apology to residents who are in the dark over the latest proposals.

Developers Chelverton Deeley Freed intended to deliver a leaflet outlining the scheme to every household on the island but distribution problems meant many residents have still not seen the plans.

Chelverton claims to have commissioned a company of recognised experts' to distribute the leaflets and the developers are promising to make amends after it literally failed to deliver.

Chelverton says it is eager to hear from as many Portland residents as possible regarding the plans for a food store and 36 homes at Bottom Combe quarry in Easton.

The developers intend to incorporate the feedback into their final plans before submitting a planning application to Weymouth and Portland Borough Council later this year.

Chelverton director Paddy Fox said: "Over the last year, communication with local residents has been vital in helping us develop our plans and put together a scheme which is welcomed by the community.

"So it's unfortunate that not everyone has had a chance to have their say this time, despite our decision to use nationally recognised experts in distribution.

"We want to put that right, and would urge residents who haven't seen our plans to get in touch."

People wishing to obtain a copy of the leaflet can call 01225 444419, email dan.bram well@btinternet.com or write to Bramwell Associates, Kelston Park, Bath, BA1 9AE.

The leaflet illustrates how the scheme has been adapted from the original proposals, particularly in relation to traffic, pedestrian movement, landscaping, the use of local materials and environmentally friendly features.

Chelverton has also apologised over an error in the leaflet marking a footpath linking the development with Delhi Lane as public rather than private.

Earlier this month Chelverton hosted a two-day exhibition of the plans and the company claims to have had very positive feedback on the scheme.

12:27pm Friday 18th July 2008

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