Plans unveiled for new residential development in West Yorkshire village

Plans have been unveiled to build a new residential development in Linthwaite, Huddersfield, following a land purchase by housebuilder, SB Homes.

The 1.acre site, which was marketed at £650k and sold in December by Huddersfield estate agent Wm Sykes, already has outline planning permission for 20 dwellings.

Now, SB Homes has submitted a revised proposal for 15 detached and two semi-detached stone-built homes.

The plans, for three and four bedroom properties, have been drawn up by Dewsbury-based architectural practice Martin Walsh Residential.

After securing planning approval, SB Homes will start work on the site in September with completion expected in 2019.

Stephen Byram, SB Homes’ managing director, said: “We’ve worked in partnership with renowned architects Martin Walsh Residential to submit plans which we believe are simultaneously sympathetic to current homeowners in the locality, as well as fulfilling a real need for quality homes in the area.

“We’ve reduced the number of homes on the site which also means that the external areas are spacious.

“Being within easy walking distance to Colne Valley High School, this location is ideal for people looking to move up the property ladder or grow their families. The views are beautiful too — they stretch across to Slaithwaite, Pole Moor and Marsden, and the generous gardens will experience lots of evening sun — a great combination!”

This announcement comes on the back of SB Homes purchasing the former fire station in Marsden, which is set to be rental accommodation aimed at over 50s.

The development has been named Station House by Marsden locals. If it is passed, SB Homes will also call for Linthwaite residents to name their latest development.

Stephen explained: “This is just one example of us involving the community within our developments. We want people to be aware that we are always open to constructive feedback/ideas.

“We can be contacted via telephone, email or by visiting our main office in Marsden if anyone has concerns, queries or suggestions. Our door is always open.”