AT PRESENT the residents of Kilnhill Wood consist of deer, badgers, red squirrels and a few species of bat.
But under a plan to be considered this month, they could soon be sharing their woodland habitat with human neighbours.
The Forestry Commission Scotland wants to establish an environmentally friendly community that would showcase modern green principles within the ancient tradition of living and working in a forest.
But the proposal to set up the demonstration site in the 123-acre Kilnhill Wood, near Nairn, is seen as unrealistic and unviable by many in the area.
An opposition group, Friends of Kilnhill Wood, has been established and 300 people have signed a petition against the scheme.
The plan due to come before Highland Council envisages 32 timber-built homes, some of which will be affordable housing, as well as holiday homes and possibly rural businesses.
The community will use wind and solar energy and there will be an emphasis on recycling, home working and reduced car dependence.
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