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A historic 14.1-acre site in Yate, once a WW2 aircraft factory and later home to Hotpoint dryers, is set to be transformed into 190 new homes—with half affordable—plus commercial space and a public car park, all for over £10 million. The council, which bought the land in 2021 after 142 jobs vanished when the factory closed, is eager to cash in on the deal, though they’ve struggled with upkeep and break-ins since. The chosen developer plans walking paths, a green space, and even preservation of a WWII bunker, blending heritage with modern living. Final approval is expected next week—marking a major shift for a site steeped in industrial legacy.

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