Decision details

Purpose of report: To advise Members on the results of a feasibility study requested by Members of Planning Committee following the refusal of an application to redevelop the former Terrys site by developers, Grantside.

Members are asked to: Consider various measures designed to promote sustainable transport by future users of the site, and to indicate whether they wish these to be incorporated into the latest design brief for the site. They will also be asked to consider the practicalities and possible benefits of constructing a new Link Road to protect Bishopthorpe.

RESOLVED: (i)         That the contents of the report be noted and that Officers be instructed to cease any further work on this proposal.

REASON:      To ensure that the Council’s position is consistent with its obligations under the provisions of Highway and Planning legislation and in its implementation of existing policies.

                        (ii)        That Officers be requested to address local traffic issues by further developing options aimed at improving public transport, cycling and pedestrian facilities in the vicinity of the former Terry’s factory site.

REASON:      In order to address some of the issues identified in the Council motion.

                        (iii)       That the Executive’s decisions on this item be reported to the next Full Council meeting.

REASON:      Because the proposal originated through a Council notice of motion.