Regular readers will know about my frustrations with Persimmons the developers of Daisy Hill. Local opposition to this Greenfield site being developed was clear and unequivocal. Despite this opposition Labour Leeds City Council - led by Labour Councillors on the Plans Panel - capitulated to this Developer and granted planning permission on this site.
Persimmons have been poor neighbours and have plagued local residents by failing to comply with their planning obligations often behaving in a significantly anti-social way. Residents have been shouted at when they have politely asked for vehicles to be moved that are blocking their drives, residents have been sworn at by contractors working on the site and other issues - such as noise and mud on the roads - are often met with indifference.
All this week I have been inundated with calls about the road closure that Persimmons need to put in services to the new estate. They were advised to consult with local residents and inform them weeks in advance of the closure. Persimmons decided it was enough to bung a quick note through a handful of addresses leaving most people unaware. As a result of this poor attitude the Road Closure Order - which they need to legally close the road - has been rescinded and Persimmons will not be able to close Daisy Hill next week. Indeed this will set them back several weeks because they can't be bothered to take advice and believe they can get away with anything!
This is a good news for local residents and a Victory for the People who have grown significantly more irritated at Persimmons ability to avoid being held accountable for their poor behaviour. This time it hasn't worked and they will pay a financial price for poor behaviour which will result in a delay to their works.
I already have Planning Enforcement and the Police investigating Persimmons poor attitude. A victory such as this one helps restore faith that on occasions the good guys can win!
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