green belt

Example Sentences

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"Yes, it says Adlington is a credible location for development, but it doesn't change the fact it's still green belt, the infrastructure's not here, and the local services aren't here to support any sort of major development," added Gleave.

From BBC

Other reforms include giving a "default yes" to planning applications near railway stations, including on green belt land, and a requirement that new builds include nature-friendly features, such as installing swift bricks, to support wildlife.

From BBC

Reed said he expected the government to "just meet" its target once the impact of planning reforms take hold, including new targets and some building on former green belt land.

From BBC

Like Eden Savoian, an 11-year-old Yoshukai green belt whose trophies and breaking boards burned in her dad’s house.

From Los Angeles Times

An MP has said she is "deeply disappointed and angered" by the government's decision to approve building film studios on green belt land.

From BBC