The old gas works in Harrogate has been a topic for discussion for over 20 years. The 7.8-acre land is owned by Tesco and over the years they have applied for planning permission to develop a large superstore. Several proposals have been submitted with two being successful, but thankfully Tesco never went ahead with the build.

A new proposal is now with Harrogate Borough Council.

We believe that this new application should be rejected in full due to the time that has passed the abundance of wildlife now thriving on this land, and the certain destruction of their habitats. The site is home to and/or feeding ground to the following wildlife, Roe deer, Badgers, Fox's, newts, frogs and toads, Squirrels hedgehogs owls red cats bullfinch cuckoos, kingfisher's, etc, that's just to name a few!

Most of these animals are in danger and some are protected by law, such as The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.

The destruction of trees and vegetation is also alarming. The proposed site will result in the destruction of this wildlife and habitat and be replaced by concrete, steel, and tarmac. All this is in the name of progress, prosperity, and profit.

Just look around you! All the new homes being built are reducing the green space around our area., we need to protect the animals and vegetation where possible.

 We do not need another supermarket in this area, in a five-mile radius from this site there are 14 food stores including Aldo, Asda, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Co-op, and express shops. We do understand the need to support the new home being built, BUT this is not the right location!

Please sign this petition and share it far and wide to protect this valuable space and homes to so many beautiful creatures. Thank you from the residents of Electric Ave and beyond for helping us save this land.