Halton tipped to approve 94 homes
Summary
Halton Council is expected to consider an outline application for 94 homes at Hilltop Farm, Preston-on-the-Hill, on land that has been removed from the Green Belt and allocated for housing. Officers have recommended approval, with no statutory consultee objections, although local opposition has been recorded and conditions are expected to address housing mix and biodiversity net gain.
Why it matters
The case highlights how allocated former Green Belt land can progress through outline planning, with implications for site appraisal, planning risk and development viability. Surveyors may also note the emphasis on reserved matters conditions for housing mix, access and biodiversity net gain compliance.
Key points
- Outline consent sought for 94 homes on an 8.2-acre site at Hilltop Farm, Preston-on-the-Hill
- Site was previously an off-road motorcycle centre and is now vacant
- Officers recommend approval; no statutory consultees have objected
- Housing mix includes market-sale and affordable units, with final mix to be secured by condition
- A 10% biodiversity net gain uplift is expected to be delivered via off-site credits and condition
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