Councilors will review plans for homes in Altham and Accrington, facing resident objections on noise and traffic.

Kara Manley wants to change a house in Altham. It’s on Pendle View, Burnley Road. The plan involves turning the house into a care home where two children would live with one staff member.
Ashan Arif seeks to convert a house in Accrington. It is on Willows Lane, and he wishes to make it a home for one child whose age would be between eight and seventeen.
Seven residents object to the Accrington plan. They cite potential noise and disruptive residents, and mention more traffic and parking issues. Neighbors think it clashes with the area. People worry about parking, noise, and child safety, which also concerns the Altham Parish Council.
A report says the Altham home will house two children. Staff will work in shifts, with overnight stays. Social Services needs this kind of family setting, and minimal impact to neighbors is expected if careful operation will ensure this.
Sixteen neighbors oppose the Accrington proposal. A petition has 45 signatures. They fear antisocial behavior and noise, and also worry about parking and traffic.
The report states this Accrington home gives care, where one child will get help after difficult events. Social Services doesn’t see a need for this home, although the applicant claims a need exists. Minimal impact on neighbors should occur, but the highway authority wants an extra parking space.