Proposals

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Around 185 new homes, offering a mix of 2, 3, and 4-bedroom properties, including terraced, semi-detached, and detached houses

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Off-street parking for each property, plus designated visitor parking available throughout the development

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A new on-site play area for children and families which is accessible to new and existing residents

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Provision of two new junior football pitches for community use, including a separate car park

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Comprehensive landscaping proposals, including significant tree planting throughout the site, to support biodiversity improvements

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Primary vehicle access via Highfield Road, with a secondary access point from Ashfield Road

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Dedicated pedestrian and cycle routes from Greenfield Road and Burntwood Bank

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Funding towards upgrading the Public Right of Way to the north of the site

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More than 20% of the housing site will be accessible public open green space

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Homes internally designed as accessible or adaptable to meet a range of mobility needs

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All homes equipped with low-carbon heat pumps to meet heating and hot water needs

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Is this site allocated for housing?

Yes. The site is identified for residential development in Wakefield Council’s Adopted Local Plan (2024). The proposed scheme for approximately 185 homes is in line with the level of development allocated for this site within the Local Plan.