Welcome
to nortonlees.org.uk, a non-profit-making website designed to promote the interests of local residents and to promote the Norton Lees Residents Association (NoLRA). We want to include information about all aspects of the estate, so please get in touch if you've got something to contribute.
if you have bright ideas or (even better) some expertise, please get in touch!
New houses planned for the estate
Sheffield Development Framework is preparing a new citywide development plan, and are identifying more potential housing sites across the city. Over the coming weeks, we are asking for your views on suggested sites in your area. Among the new sites that are beng discussed are
- A disused playing field off Hemsworth Road, which is owned by Hallam University
- The Co-op dairy depot at Hemsworth Road
- Open fields next to the Water Tower at Norton Lane
The consultation period is from January 16 – February 27 and you can pick up a questionnaire as well as speak with Council officers face to face at drop-in sessions taking place at:
Mundella School, Mundella Place, S8 8SJ on Monday, February 6 3 - 7
Norton Free School – discuss proposals for new houses!
You can also view this new document on our website, see the link on this page. or at all Sheffield branch libraries, the Central Library and First Point offices. If you need further information on this consultation you can call the Planning Service on (0114) 205 3075 or send an e-mail to sdf@sheffield.gov.uk. Their web site is www.sheffield.gov.uk/sdfconsult
Hi-tec car thieves in the area
A resident on Warminster Crescent had their cars broken into on
2 consecutive nights. It appears the thieves have some kind of device
which can open cars electronically. The device simply bypassed alarm
systems and deactivated the central locking. The police have been informed
and they say this is not the first time this has happened in the
area.
Watch your cars ;(
There have been two recent incidents of a group of 4 youths attacking cars at night near the Newfield school area, sometimes damaging the same car twice within 3 weeks. Try to keep your ears and eyes open and don't hesitate to contact the police if you see anything.
Volunteers needed!
We've had a few committee members drop out due to moving, work pressures etc. So, we're seeking new volunteers to bring some enthusiasm to our committee. If you'd like to attend a meeting to see what we get up to, or have any queries please contact Nick. Sadly, until this happens, NoLRA is likely to remain in hibernation.