A residential development proposal for a prominent entrance point into a Queensbury settlement has received conditional approval following a substantial reduction in its scope.
Bradford Council has sanctioned the reclassification of Green Belt land situated along Scarlet Heights in Queensbury as grey belt territory, permitting the site to be considered for construction purposes.
The original application, submitted by Trevor Bendrien, proposed the erection of eight dwellings on the land positioned between house numbers 27 and 45.
However, following formal objections from council planning officers, the scheme was scaled back to four properties.
The local authority has issued a permission in principle decision, acknowledging that the location is appropriate for residential use while requiring a detailed planning submission to be lodged and approved prior to commencement of any building work.
Nine separate representations were lodged opposing the scheme.
Issues raised encompassed the diminution of scenic outlooks and concerns regarding excessive development density within the neighbourhood.
In justifying the grey belt designation, council officers observed that the parcel lies alongside established residential properties and transport infrastructure, with public transport facilities situated within a short walking distance of less than 50 metres.
Additionally, the amenities and commercial services of Queensbury centre were noted as readily accessible.
Officers concluded that when viewed against the broader context of the district, the removal of this parcel from Green Belt protection would not constitute a material encroachment upon the integrity of the Green Belt framework.