The proposed development of up to 300 residential dwellings with access and associated works has been dismissed. The main issues in the appeal are as follows:
▪ the proposed development’s effects on the character and appearance of the area, with particular regard to Horwich’s landscape setting;
▪ the effects on the setting of the Wallsuches Conservation Area;
▪ the effects on the local highway network and traffic congestion;
▪ whether the development would be premature in relation to any emerging plans or policies;
▪ and whether the development would be capable of contributing to the Borough’s housing supply within a reasonable timescale.
Land Off Victoria Road, Bond Close And Mayfair, Horwich, Lancs