An application to build on a former gasworks site has been approved unanimously.
Hertsmere's planning committee approved the application to build one four and five storey building and a one four, five and six storey residential blocks in Station Road, Borehamwood.
During the meeting tonight at Hertsmere Borough Council's council offices, in Borehamwood, it was revealed that out of the 78 flats only 15 per cent of the flats proposed in this application will be affordable housing.
Developers consulted more than 200 neighbours and only four objected. These objections were addressed.
Cllr Turner said: "I think that of the significant number of residents being consulted only 4 objected and these have all been addressed."
The number of affordable homes was an issue for some of the members of the planning committee.
Cllr Kelly said: "Although I am disappointed with the level of affordable housing I will be supporting this application.
"The application will remove the unsightly look of the gasworks site. It looks like a good development and high quality."
The application to develop the site was unanimously approved by Hertsmere Borough Council's planning committee.
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