One hundred new houses could be built right behind an existing row of homes, if plans are signed off by Warwick District Council.

IM Land has applied for planning permission for the new estate off Cromwell Lane in Burton Green.

Plans show the houses would be built on green belt land, and half would be designated 'affordable homes'.

"Land east of Cromwell Lane, Burton Green, provides an opportunity to create a vibrant, sustainable and well connected new community on the north-western edge of Burton Green," the application said.

"The proposals are set within an attractive landscape setting which incorporates and enhances existing green infrastructure whilst also providing improved accessibility to the wider area for new and existing residents."

The application includes 'public open space' as well as a play area and community garden.

The houses are planned for land off Cromwell Lane (image via planning application)

In its application, IM Land has argued the land is in fact grey belt, and therefore the plans should be approved.

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The developer has also pointed to the fact the council is unable to demonstrate a five-year housing supply.

As well as the existing houses on Cromwell Lane, the development would also border the major new estate being built off Westwood Heath Road.

"The site is situated in a sustainable location for residential development and is well related to the existing urban edge of Westwood Heath and Burton Green," the application continued.

"The site is well connected to a wide range of amenities, services and employment opportunities in the surrounding area, all of which are accessible by public transport or walking / cycling.

"The site is not subject to any notable physical constraints."

Click here to see the application in full.