Derelict school site next to Hob Moor
Revised layout drawings have been lodged with the Council for the 56 home development proposed for the school site on Windsor Garth.
A large number of objections to the development have been lodged including these from by the Friends of Hob Moor and the local Residents Association
Layout plan Nov 2013. Click to access
The main objections expressed relate to the density of the development which would adversely impact on local public services.
Several residents have expressed concerns about drainage from the site which could damage the Hob Moor nature reserve.
The absence of any play facilities has been mentioned by many. (According to the Council children will be expected to walk to the facilities on Chesney’s Field – but that is on the other side of a busy road).
Layout plan Sept 2013 click to access
It has emerged that the developers want to remove the – perfectly serviceable – metal railings which surround the site and replace them with a wooden fence. Metal railings are much more durable and effective than wooden fences.
It looks like it will be a few more weeks before this application reaches the planning committee.