More plans released for 3,000 homes and two new schools

Further details have been released about two new garden communities in Calderdale, which would together have capacity to provide around 3,000 homes.

Woodhouse Garden Community in Rastrick and Thornhills Garden Community in Brighouse are a major part of delivering the Local Plan that was adopted in March 2023.

As well as the homes, they would also feature two primary schools and a range of community facilities – including public open spaces, cafes, community halls and shops.

People in Calderdale are now invited to have their say on documents to support the delivery of these developments.

Woodhouse Garden Community

Leader of Calderdale Council, Councillor Jane Scullion, said: “We want our garden communities to have a strong sense of place, but also complement their surroundings, protecting local heritage and with plentiful green open space.

“They will also include homes for all and great community facilities, all easily and safely accessible by cycling or walking.

“These planning documents set out how our garden communities need to be designed and built to achieve these ambitions and support the council’s priorities for thriving towns and places, reduced inequalities and climate action.

“They have been put together following extensive research, but we want to hear from local people to help shape the final documents.”

Documents are available to view at   http://calderdale.gov.uk/spds