Controversial plans for commercial units and car sales business in Glasshoughton approved

Wakefield Council’s planning and highways committee gave the project the go-ahead three months after the scheme was turned down.

The development includes nine commercial units and two buildings to be used for car sales.

In March, a member of the committee described the scheme as “morally not right” because of the potential impact it could have for nearby residents.

The scheme has divided opinion among residents living near to the site on Colorado Way.

Petitions both against and in support of the scheme have been submitted.

Concerns include the new businesses would lead to an increase in noise and loss and privacy for people in nearby homes on Merefield Way, Canon Street and South View.