Despite baseless rumours circulating in the community lately that the planning application on the former colliery spoil heap in Hesleden had already been given the go ahead, I’ve just received confirmation from the planning department that the application will be put before the County Planning Committee on Monday 11 September 2023 at 9.30am for a decision.
Stacey and I will make arrangements with the parish council clerk and proposed community speakers to meet up next week to discuss the most effective way to address the committee and oppose the planning application.
I’ll update on progress in due course.
Full details of the application can be found on the DCC website: https://democracy.durham.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=318&MId=15086