York Minster development plans get public approval

Plans to develop the area surrounding the York Minster

Plans to develop the area surrounding the York Miinster have a majority vote in favour from the local public.

The proposal to develop the area won by a landslide 83% to 17% with representatives from The Minster suggesting this will have a positive impact on planning applications within the area.

The plans will include the creation of new facilities such as a new discovery and learning centre, a new public square, improved green spaces as well as museum.

It is hoped that these plans will have a positive effect on residents who work within the minster as well as have a positive impact in shaping The Minster in future.