A PLANNED development of 53 new homes in Skipton is being recommended for approval this week.

Skipton Properties proposed development off Airedale Avenue is due to be decided by the Skipton and Ripon planning committee of North Yorkshire Council at its meeting tomorrow (Tuesday) in Skipton.

The application, which includes off-street parking and associated infrastructure, is being recommended for approval subject to a legal agreement securing affordable housing provision.

The meeting, at the Craven office of North Yorkshire Council, Belle Vue Square, Broughton Road, is due to start at 1pm tomorrow (Tuesday).