Severus Hills housing proposal set to be refused planning permission

It looks like residents are set to win their battle to prevent the development of a key site near Lindsey Avenue.

Yorkshire Housing want to build 43 affordable homes next to the landmark water tower.

Severus Hills comprises a 1.66 hectare partially wooded site occupying a prominent hill top location to the north west of the City Centre. It was formerly occupied by a, partially below ground, reservoir.

The site is a notified SINC (Site of Interest for Nature Conservation) on the basis of providing a calcareous grassland habitat.

Now planning officials are recommending that the application be refused. 159 letters of objections had been received by the Council.

Officials conclude that the development would “by virtue of its overbearing nature would give rise to substantial harm to the residential amenity of adjacent properties within Howe Hill Close”

The planning meeting is taking place on Thursday

 

What’s on in York; Christmas Lunch at Goddards on Tadcaster Road

Something a little different this Christmas?

Goddards on Tadcaster Road

Take a seat in the former Terry family dining room that overlooks the Arts and Crafts garden and enjoy a special two or three course lunch.

Friday to Sunday

17th Nov to 17th Dec

Booking essential

Menu

To start:

  • Onion soup with gluten free cheese scone crouton.
  • Mackerel and beet salad.
  • Smoked salmon and herb mousse.

Main course:

  • Conisbee turkey and trimmings with seasonal vegetables.
  • Beef, onion and red wine pie with season vegetables.
  • Polenta and squash salad with goat’s cheese and orange dressing.

To finish:

  • Classic Christmas pudding.
  • Ginger and caramel cheesecake.
  • Poached pears in honey and orange.

Three courses £24.95

Two courses £19.95

More details and booking Call 01904 771956