Rochdale council leaders have recommended the latest version of the region’s long-term development masterplan for approval.The unanimous decision was made by cabinet members last night (Thursday).An extraordinary meeting of the full council is now due to vote on the controversial Greater Manchester Spatial Framework (GMSF) next week.The much-delayed blueprint sets out where homes and businesses can be built over the coming 17 years, including a number of highly contentious green belt sites.Among the more controversial proposals for Rochdale are 500 homes in Littleborough; 250 new properties at Crimble Mill in Heywood; and 450 houses in Bamford and Norden.The council has a huge Labour majority and the plan is expected to pass - unlike in.
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