Canal Corridor North application called-in for public inquiry
The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Hazel Blears, has decided that Lancaster City Council’s resolution to grant planning permission for the Canal Corridor North planning application will be tested at a public inquiry.
The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Hazel Blears, has decided that Lancaster City Council’s resolution to grant planning permission for the Canal Corridor North planning application will be tested at a public inquiry.
No date has yet been set for the inquiry, although it is likely to take place later in 2009.
The inquiry will be a chance for all parties to make their case in front of an inspector who, after hearing the evidence, will make a recommendation to the Secretary of State as to whether the development should be given permission.
Coun Roger Dennison, chair of the council’s planning committee, said: “Lancaster City Council’s planning committee supported the application on the grounds that the development will help to further the regeneration of the district.
“What is important now is that the inquiry is held at an early date so the issues can be discussed, and a final decision issued, as soon as possible.”
Date Updated: 19/03/09