By John Baron
Proposals to replace an existing double sided advertising display board on Bradford Road, Stanningley will be decided by an independent planning inspector.
Leeds City Council refused the proposals in January, arguing the digital signage would “introduce an overly stark, incongruous, and obtrusive addition” and produce “undue levels of light pollution” to nearby residents.
But applicant Project Digital UK has appealed against the decision.
They argue that neighbouring properties would not be affected bye the sign, and said: “This determination does not take into consideration the rapid advances made in recent years to LED display technology, as signage of this type has a limited viewing angle so effectively making the signs ‘directional’.”
Posting on social media, Calverley & Farsley Councillor Peter Carlill (Lab) said: “Following objections by myself and others, this planning application was refused by the council due to the impact on residential properties nearby, the impact on the listed building opposite, and reasons of highway and pedestrian safety.
“We have been notified that the applicant has appealed this decision, so this will be reviewed by the government planning inspector.
“All objections already raised on the planning application will be sent to the planning inspector.”
People can make further comments or withdraw previous comments via the online appeals service here or in writing to Planning Inspectorate, Temple Quay House, 2 The Square, Bristol, BS1 6PN by 6 May 2025, quoting reference number APP/N4720/Z/25/3362243.
I fully agree with The Council’s decision against the proposed advertising board being installed in Stanningley. Our major roads up and down the country are already littered with the ugly signs that this business, Project Digital UK, are pushing to sell. Im sure they’ll have a robust legal team behind their appeal but trust the Government Planning Inspector upholds the original sensible decision.