A housing project on the horizon for Sandys would set “a dangerous precedent for trailer-park style housing” on the island, an objection to the proposal claimed.

Images and details about the modular housing scheme were published online after papers were submitted to the Department of Planning by the Bermuda Housing Corporation.

A total of nine prototype units, a break from the traditional look of Bermudian housing, would be set up at the Boaz Island site on Malabar Road, intended to test the viability of modular homes to address the island’s housing woes.

The planning file included a range of objections, which lacked objector details.

One said: “I object to this application because it sets a dangerous precedent for trailer-park style housing in Bermuda.

“Once approved, similar developments may follow, permanently altering the character of residential neighbourhoods.

“Bermuda deserves long‑term, dignified housing solutions — not temporary structures that diminish community standards.”

Documents included as part of the planning application noted that one of the nine proposed capsule homes was to be erected within a setback, urging a “minor relaxation” of requirements.

The document said: “Capsule ‘D’, which is the affected structure, is set back 11ft, 6in from the recreational boundary. The reduced setback is limited and applies only to this single capsule.

“The location of Capsule ‘D’ has been carefully considered and is driven by the practical necessity of maintaining adequate separation from the driveway and designated parking areas, ensuring safe vehicular access, circulation and the site’s functionality.

“Relocating the capsule to achieve full compliance with the recreational setback would compromise access and parking arrangements, detrimental to the overall site layout and operation.”

The application said that mature foliage in the area would offer privacy and screening, minimising the unit’s visual impact.

It also noted that the neighbouring property has a permanent structure located 3ft from the boundary, demonstrating an established pattern of development and reduced setbacks.

Objections also noted that Boaz Island was already densely populated.

Another letter argued that the Government should focus on making use of its derelict buildings to provide permanent housing, adding: “It is unclear why these existing structures are being ignored in favour of temporary modular units.

“Renovation would be more sustainable, cost‑effective and respectful to surrounding communities.”

Another objector said that the Government should prioritise longstanding issues faced by Boaz Island residents, adding: “It is inappropriate to add new burdens to a community that has not been properly maintained.”

Zane DeSilva, the Minister of Housing and Municipalities, said last week that the Government sought to create “262 homes within the next 18 months”, and the modular units for the pilot were expected to be on the island within a matter of weeks.

However, with the exception of the Boaz Island pilot project, the rapid housing envisaged was “100 per cent precast, at the moment”.