Developer submits plans for 21 new homes near town centre
A developer has submitted plans to build 21 properties near Batley town centre “under offer” despite a previous approval for only 19 homes.
Initially earmarked for only 19 homes, residents in Batley could soon be welcoming 21 new families to the land off Heaton Grange, which has been sitting empty since at least 2008.
According to Rightmove, the 2.17-acre plot of land was initially granted a Freehold Residential Development Opportunity with Full Planning Permission for 19 Houses.
Yet, planning applications submitted to Kirklees Council on July 13, 2026, by developers – Jack Lunn Ltd – show that three more houses have been proposed for the site, despite the seller’s marketing agency accepting an initial price of “Under Offer”.
The planning applications propose 14 two-bedroom and 7 three-bedroom homes, all with their own driveways.
The properties are intended to be a mix of detached and semi-detached houses, though it is unclear whether they will be for Market Housing or part of the Affordable Home Ownership scheme.
The public consultation period ends on August 7, with locals able to have their say on the build until then.