Approval for 10-home terrace close to train station

A plan for the construction of 10 homes closes to Moses Gate train station was given the green light by the council.

The applicant, DOI Construction, applied for planning permission for a site on Lorne Street on October 30 last year.

The plan for the construction of 10 homes includes a pair of semi-detached properties and two terraces of four properties. All of them are two storeys with parking spaces at the front and outdoor spaces at the rear.

Previously the council said the site on Lorne Street was suitable for a total of eight homes but the application by DOI Construction said a total of 10 homes was in accordance with all of the relevant policies as well.

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The application said: "The proposed development is in accordance with the policies of the Bolton Core Strategy and Allocations Plan and also accords with government guidance as detailed within the National Planning Policy Framework.

"Consequently, having regard to the development plan and all material considerations, there is a compelling case for planning permission to be granted without delay, in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development of the National Planning Policy Framework."

On June 10, the plan was given the green light by the council after a consultation.

There were no comments from residents or their representatives at the town hall.

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A report said: "The site is a short walking distance from bus services along Lorne Street and Manchester Road and from Moses Gate Train Station operating to Bolton and Horwich and other areas of the borough. Therefore it is considered that it is well-located in terms of access to jobs, shops and services.

"Overall it is considered that the proposal would make efficient use of the land within the urban area and that the proposal would contribute to the supply of housing in a sustainable location. The principle of residential development is considered to be acceptable and compliant with the development plan."

This article was written by Jack Tooth. To contact him, email jack.tooth@newsquest.co.uk or follow @JTRTooth on Twitter.