PLANNING chiefs at Warrington have given the go-ahead for a controversial development opposed by nearby residents even though it will remove an eyesore building.
Members of the borough council’s development control committee have approved proposals for 10 two-storey dwellings in Church Lane, Culcheth.
The site involved is currently occupied by buildings formerly used as Culcheth Youth Base which are now unoccupied and in a state of disrepair.
Nearby residents complained bitterly about noise and general disturbance caused by the youth club when it was in operation.
But some also objected to the proposed new development because parking and traffic issues, high density building on a small site and a loss of privacy.
Culcheth and Glazebury Parish Council also opposed the scheme.
Outline planning consent was granted two years ago but detailed permission has now been approved.
The committee was told finance generated by the original scheme had been used to help fund a replacement youth facility at the new Culcheth High School, giving social and community benefits.
As well as improving the character of the area with the removal of the existing, unsightly buildings, the proposal would not give rise to significant crime or safety concerns nor have any great impact on the living conditions of nearby residents.
PLANNING chiefs at Warrington have given the go-ahead for a
controversial development opposed by nearby residents even though it
will remove an eyesore building.
Homes plan to go ahead
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