Plans for new fast food site set for approval

McDonald's wants to open a new restaurant in Stanningley, Leeds (stock image)

Plans for a fast food drive-thru look set to be approved despite objections from people living nearby.

A council plans panel is expected to discuss an application from McDonald's to build a new restaurant in Stanningley, Leeds, which has seen 57 objections and 56 letters of support submitted.

Planning officers have recommended that the scheme is approved.

A report to be considered by councillors at a meeting on 23 October said jobs would be created if went ahead, but outlined that fears had been raised over anti-social behaviour.

Supporters said the scheme would regenerate a derelict site near Town Street and bring investment to the community.

Those objecting raised concerns over traffic congestion and the impact on public health from a fast food outlet.

Labour councillors Tom Hinchcliffe, Adele Rae and Kevin Ritchie all lodged formal objections, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Service.

But the report said: "Taking all factors into consideration, officers have concluded that the benefits outweigh the concerns and, as such, the application is recommended for approval."

About 70 jobs would be created if the restaurant, which under the proposals would open from 06:00 to 23:00, was allowed to go ahead.

Any approval would also be subject to conditions, including electric vehicle charging points and cycle parking being installed.

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