Northern Trust receives EIA verdict
Summary
West Lancashire Council has confirmed that an environmental impact assessment will be required for Northern Trust’s proposed outline residential scheme for 360 homes in Aughton. The site lies within the Green Belt on land described as a mix of grade one agricultural land and urban classification, and the proposal is at screening stage with no detailed plans yet submitted.
Why it matters
The decision signals that the scheme will face a more detailed environmental assessment before it can progress, which is relevant to surveyors advising on planning risk and site constraints. The Green Belt location and agricultural land classification are likely to be material considerations in residential development appraisals and planning strategy.
Key points
- West Lancashire Council has required an EIA for the proposed 360-home scheme.
- The site is in the Green Belt and includes grade one agricultural land.
- The proposal is for outline consent on land north of New Lane and east of Black Moss Lane.
- The site was previously part of an emerging local plan allocation, but the plan was withdrawn in 2019.
- A separate 122-home scheme in Aughton was approved earlier this year.
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