Proposals to build a 15-acre ecological and recreational green space along with 150 'energy efficient' homes on a golf course have been recommended for approval.
In September, Northstone - a company owned by property giant Peel L&P - submitted a third bid to build homes at Horwich Golf Club.
Horwich Town Council voted down the plans at a meeting in October but the final decision will be made by Bolton Council’s Planning Committee on Thursday (December 10)
The most recent planning application, for 150 homes, follow rejected proposals to build 300 houses at the site in 2019. Peel was then rebuffed for a second time earlier this year after reducing the number of planned homes to 276.
A third of the homes are set to be classed as 'affordable' and Northstone claims that the plans will 'provide a wide range of environmental, health and social benefits for the community'.
Jonathan England, Development Director at Northstone, said: "Northstone has listened to the feedback of the local community and developed a scheme which can deliver real benefits for Horwich in the long term.
"The level of support for Northstone’s proposals is encouraging and reflects our bespoke approach to this site, which includes a new community green space at a time when access to green spaces has become a greater priority for many for health and wellbeing.
"We hope Bolton Council recognise the efforts made by Northstone to deliver a scheme which gives back to the community and addresses local housing needs."
Northstone described the proposed homes as "thoughtful and modern" and said that they will use "smart energy-saving technology" to help residents save money on their energy bills.
The streets will also be pedestrian-led, with a view to helping reduce traffic speeds.
The developers revealed that current ideas for the 'green space' include: areas for social initiatives such as community orchards, new recreational routes, seating areas, spaces for community events, and a children’s woodland play area.
A final decision on the plans will be made on Thursday.
