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May 2022
An 18th-century corn mill in Nidderdale is to be converted into housing after complaints that the historic building once used as a shop and restaurant has deteriorated into a “mess”.
The proposals for Darley Mill include the conversion of nine homes and the construction of 11 new properties at the Grade-II listed site.
Harrogate Borough Council’s planning committee approved the plans at a meeting on Tuesday when a local councillor said many villagers wanted to see the site redeveloped “as soon as possible”.
Cllr Sue Welch, chair of Darley and Menwith Parish Council, said:
Cllr Welch said although the parish council viewed the mill conversion as “essential,” it could not support the construction of new homes at the site.
In response, Richard Irving, an agent for the developers YorPlace said the new builds were needed in order to make the development financially feasible – a view which was supported by an independent valuer.
Mr Irving also said the development would be carried out to the “highest quality”.
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