The application for the Cuerden Strategic Site in South Ribble was made by Lancashire County Council and Maple Grove Developments, part of the Eric Wright Group, in association with Brookhouse Group, and has been passed by South Ribble Borough Council’s Planning Committee.
He also said that in response to concerns about traffic, the plans include consultations with Highways England investment to ease demand for problem areas in South Ribble.
Peter Mullineaux, leader at South Ribble Borough Council, said: “This is a monumental decision for South Ribble – unlocking our biggest employment development site and creating once-in-a-generation economic opportunities for the whole borough.
“As with all decisions, residents are always our priority and we are absolutely committed to working hard with the developer to ensure this site is delivered with their best interests at heart.”
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