Planning chiefs back proposals to build flats on ‘attractive focal point’ despite opposition from locals
01.03.2022 - 10:51
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Planning chiefs have backed a proposal to build flats on an ‘attractive focal point’ despite public objections over the loss of trees and green space.
The scheme would see a pair of two-storey blocks built on a half acre site between Broad Street, Yates Street And Chapel Street, in the Rhodes area of Middleton.
The application, from Rochdale Boroughwide Housing, would bring eight two-bed apartments to the area, served by an access road off Broad Street.
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These 'walk up homes' - each having their own front door, without any internal communal area or stairs - would be available for 'affordable rent'
But the plans have proven controversial locally, with 27 objections being lodged with Rochdale council by members of the public. Middleton South councillor Peter Williams has ‘called up the application’ due to resident’s concerns over the loss of green space and mature trees as well as increased road traffic.
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However council officers say it is ‘acceptable in principle’ and have advised the planning committee to approve the scheme later this week.
The recommendation to councillors reads: “The proposed development of eight flats would be acceptable in principle