York Council Executive ducks car parking issue

The construction of 8 bungalows on a garage site at Newbury Avenue was approved by the York Council last night  It replaces a scheme for 9 apartments hatched by Labour Councillors when they held office.

The bungalows, which would attract “downsizing” older people, have been criticised by Labour last night as making “inefficient” use of the land.

Unfortunately the Council has so far ducked out of dealing with the knock on effects of developing the garage site.

More cars will now be parked on an estate where road side parking space is already at a premium.

The extra homes – added to the still to be occupied Hob Stones development – will also generate more traffic on the only access route (Kingsway West between Danesfort Avenue and Ascot Way).

No attempt has been made by the Council to address these issues. They are likely to be the major objections to the scheme when it is put before the Planning Committee later in the year.

NB. Although last nights Executive  committee meeting can in theory be viewed “on line” (click) part of the section on Newbury Ave has been muted by officials. So residents may never know what was actually said about the plans!