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Oct 2021
Controversial plans for Goldsborough homes approved
Plans for 36 homes in Goldsborough have been approved despite fears the development will “tear up” the historic village’s conservation area.
Stonebridge Homes was granted final approval by Harrogate Borough Council yesterday at the third time of asking.
The housing company was previously told to rethink its Station Road scheme and hold a meeting with councillors and residents.
This meeting was held in August but it was followed only by complaints that the developers “weren’t willing to shift” on issues including the density and design of the homes.
Speaking at a meeting of the council’s planning committee, councillor Andrew Paraskos, a Conservative who represents Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale, said:
'Conservation area is a sham'
Resident Noel Evans also said the plans appeared to be “set in stone with no bridge for improvements” and that the development would amount to a “public tearing up of the Goldsborough conservation area”.
The conservation area sits adjacent to the site and was introduced in 2008 as an area of architectural and historical interest, including much of the village.
Mr Evans said:
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In its latest proposals, Stonebridge Homes included additional tree planting and information relating to materials.
The developers also argued the plans met national requirements and had received the backing of council officers three times with recommendations of approval.
Becky Lomas, an agent for Stonebridge Homes, told the meeting:
The plans – which include a mix of one to five-bedroom properties – received 39 objections from residents and no letters of support.
The application was approved by councillors on the planning committee with six votes for, three against and one abstention.
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