52 new homes approved in Sherburn despite GP capacity concerns

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 14:02 · Archive

North Yorkshire Council approved outline plans for up to 52 homes in Sherburn near Malton despite warnings the local GP surgery cannot accommodate additional patients.

North Yorkshire Council's Thirsk and Malton area planning committee approved outline plans for up to 52 homes on approximately 3.2 hectares of land adjacent to The Pastures, south of the A64 in Sherburn, near Malton. The scheme is proposed by Cromsdale Estates and William Edward Cundall. Of the homes, 35 per cent would be affordable, equivalent to 18 properties if the maximum number is built.

The Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board warned that Sherburn and Rillington Practice, less than half a mile from the site, does not have sufficient capacity to accommodate the additional population. It estimated the development would generate around 125 residents and requested a developer contribution of £61,368 towards improving healthcare facilities. The ICB said it would not object if the contribution was secured.

Sherburn Parish Council raised concerns about pressure on the village school, medical services and shops, as well as lack of facilities for children and teenagers. Of 53 representations received by the council, 40 objected to the scheme and 13 supported it. A petition opposing the development was also submitted. The committee chair admitted councillors were in an 'unenviable position' because of Government housing targets.

52 new homes approved in Sherburn despite GP capacity concerns — Image: Darlington & Stockton Times

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52 new homes approved in North Yorkshire despite GP surgery capacity warningNorth Yorkshire Council approves outline plans for 52 homes in Sherburn near Malton, despite GP surgery capacity, infrastructure and local opposition concerns.Darlington & Stockton Times · 24 Oct, 05:00
52 new homes approved in North Yorkshire despite GP surgery capacity warningNorth Yorkshire Council approves outline plans for 52 homes in Sherburn near Malton, despite GP surgery capacity, infrastructure and local opposition concerns.The Northern Echo · 24 Oct, 05:00

In this story: North Yorkshire Council · Sherburn · Malton · Cromsdale Estates · William Edward Cundall · Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board · Sherburn and Rillington Practice · Sherburn Parish Council

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