Plans for new houses near seaside town rejected

Plans to build 19 new homes near Filey have been rejected over concerns about poor design and an absence of affordable housing.

David Pinder Contractors wanted to build the houses alongside the railway line in Hunmanby, but did not include any provision of affordable housing.

​The developer argued that the development would be unviable if affordable housing, NHS, education, and open space contributions were required.

A report by North Yorkshire Council planning officers said: "The applicant's refusal to provide affordable housing and contributions towards healthcare and open space are considered to be three separate reasons for refusal."

If the plan had been approved a healthcare contribution of £11,755 would have been required as well as £44,000 towards parks and gardens, children's play and amenity open space.

The report added that there was "a relatively high need" for affordable housing in the area.

Planners said the proposed development's proximity to a railway line also raised "significant concerns regarding quality of spaces, noise pollution, and visual impact on the health and well-being" of future residents.

Planning officers concluded that the reasons for refusal could not be overcome by negotiation or through planning conditions.

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