I join with many residents in Stanley, who have raised their concerns about the inclusion of a site to the south of Rooks Nest Lane, Stanley, within a plan by Accord Housing, which proposes up to 500 new homes – should this be given the green light by Wakefield City Council.

Residents are correct in saying that a building project of this scale would have profound impacts for those living in the vicinity. Whilst there is always a need for housing, building on the greenbelt is not welcomed by residents and the burden that a development of this size and scale will place on local infrastructure is immense.

If you’d like to ensure that the Planning Department at Wakefield Council and Accord Housing understand the strength of public feeling against the inclusion of this site, please complete the petition below.

The full Local Plan Hearing Statement for this project can be found at:

https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/Documents/planning/planning-policy/local-plan/2036/hearing-statements/HS23.18-avant-homes-spawforths.pdf