A “MAJOR DEVELOPMENT” at a part of the Bannockburn battle site has been refused by Stirling councillors last week.
The proposals sought planning permission in principle of up to 250 homes at land between the Bannock Burn, New Line Road and west of Glasgow Road.
Planning officers had recommended the proposals were rejected by the council. Among the 13 points listed as reason for refusal were concerns that the development would not respect the surrounding important landmark or view of the Bannockburn Monument. The development was also proposed for a green belt area.
Planning and Regulation Panel convener Alasdair MacPherson said: “The unanimous rejection of these plans by councillors represents our recognition of the national importance of the historic Bannockburn battleground and this green belt area – the council fully agreed with planning officers that the proposals were completely inappropriate for such an important site in Stirling’s history and future.”
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