by Don Mort, local democracy reporter
Plans for a 20 metre-high mobile phone mast in Pudsey have been withdrawn after the location was deemed unsuitable.
Telecoms firm Cornerstone sought consent from the council for a 5G installation on Bradford Road.
The mast, complete with antennas, a transmission dish and equipment cabinets, would have been fixed at the junction with Peckover Drive, near Morrisons and Lala’s restaurant.
Concerns were raised that the installation was too close to nearby homes after ward councillors were consulted.
Calverley and Farsley ward councillors had objected.
Councillor Andrew Carter (Cons) said the mast would be “highly visually intrusive”.
Now Cornerstone, which supplies equipment to mobile firms including Vodafone, has withdrawn its planning application and is seeking an alternative site.
A spokesperson for the company said: “Cornerstone always aims to work closely with local communities and planning authorities.
“Cornerstone proposed a mobile phone base station site in Pudsey but further investigation has shown that the proposed location does not comply with our build requirements.
The company said that an upgrade was needed for an existing telecoms mast on the corner of Sunnybank Lane and Bradford Road.
The new base station would have helped meet 4G and 5G requirements in the area.
The spokesperson added: “Cornerstone are committed to providing digital connectivity to Pudsey and will review our options locally.”
Councillor Peter Carlill (Lab, Calverley & Farsley) welcomed the decision to withdraw the application. He added: “Many thanks to residents for raising their concerns regarding overshadowing and other issues.
“The company say they are looking to find a new location for consideration, so we will provide an update when they get in touch.”
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