There has been considerable feedback from residents to the public consultation amd a residents group called Rethink The Rutland Vision has been formed.

There is particular concern about the number of homes that could be built in the next 20 years with the possibility of 3,915 in Oakham and a further 1,029 in Uppingham.

Other proposals include a vocational college and a bypass for Uppingham.

The Woodland Trust has also made its feelings clear and said that under no circumstances would it consider the sale or development of any of its land.

Coun Terry King (Con) deputy leader of the council says the Vision is just that and not a firm plan.

He adds that the number of new homes being built in the county is set to fall.

He said: "In the four years ended in March 2007, 983 homes were built. That compares with 680 in the same period in the Vision.

"The Vision is for a slowing down of the rate of build which is also in accord with the regional spatial strategy. We have taken on board what people have to say and they have an opportunity to comment on the Local Development Framework.

"People are right to be concerned but they have a big say on what the final strategy will look like."