Controversial Housing Project Approved for Former Woolley Colliery Site
A controversial housing development is set to transform the former Woolley Colliery coal mine site in Barnsley. Outline plans for 115 homes, including 22 affordable units, have been approved, sparking concerns from locals about traffic, pollution, and the loss of ecological value, particularly for a rare butterfly species that calls the site home.
Wortley Homes, the company behind the project, has agreed to a 30-year plan to ensure the rare butterfly species thrives. The development will also include new access routes, pedestrian and cycle links, and public amenity space. However, local miners have protested, arguing that the project will strip the site of its historic identity.
Authorities have attempted to reassure residents that precautions are being taken to minimize damage. An assessment has shown that traffic generated by the project will marginally increase queuing during peak periods, but Wortley Homes has promised to implement measures to mitigate this impact.
The 115 apartments, split across parts of the Woolley Colliery Mine, are set to bring affordable housing options to the area. Despite concerns, the project has been approved, with Wortley Homes committed to preserving the site's ecological value and addressing traffic issues.
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