A housing developer had claimed that the proposed site was 'brownfield' but councillors thought otherwise.
Councillors have backed a decision to refuse planning permission for a housing development outside Monkton.
However, planners pushed back on the claim, pointing out the Adamton Mill had been across the road from the proposed housing. They reiterated the argument around the historic use for corn mills, stating: “The current site is a brownfield site with existing structures both partially exposed and larger areas of structure concealed by heavy overgrowth, the development is therefore rehabilitating a brownfield former working site.”
They added: “The proximity of the development to such development and sources of employment would encourage shorter commutes, greener transport initiative and better work life balance for prospective homeowners/workers.”
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