Plans for 151 canalside homes approved in West Yorkshire

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 06:32 · Archive

A proposal to build 151 canalside homes in West Yorkshire has been approved by councillors.

Councillors in West Yorkshire have approved plans to build 151 homes beside a canal, despite opposition from narrowboat residents and campaigners. Those objecting to the development have raised concerns about the environmental impact of the scheme.

Narrowboat residents warned councillors about the loss of wildlife habitats during the approval process. Campaigners claim that natural habitat on the site will be 'destroyed' by the development.

How it is being reported

• Boat residents raise fears for wildlife as canal homes approved in West YorkshireNarrowboat residents warned councillors about the loss of wildlife habitats as plans to build 151 canalside homes were approved.Yorkshire Post · 19 Oct, 12:51
• 'You should be ashamed': Narrowboat residents furious as plans for 151 canalside homes get green lightCampaigners claim that natural habitat on the site will be ‘destroyed’Yorkshire Evening Post · 19 Oct, 11:30

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