Plans have been submitted for 49 houses in Kirkheaton.

And it could mean an end to what local residents have termed an “eyesore” in the village.

The Hartley Property Trust Ltd wants to build on the former Huddersfield Fine Worsted mill off Shop Lane.

Many have complained over the years about the site which has been left derelict and fenced off.

The former textile manufacturer closed in 2004 after going into administration. The mill was finally demolished in 2008 and the site has been vacant since.

Huddersfield Fine Worsteds was a leading maker of cloth for business suits and country wear as well as the famous Balmoral tartan.

The company, one of the town’s leading textile names, ceased manufacturing at Kirkheaton Mills in 2004 with the loss of 240 jobs, after it was put into voluntary administration by its parent group.

A sales and marketing operation continues to operate as HFW Huddersfield from offices on Albert Street, Lockwood.

Huddersfield Fine Worsteds supplied some of the world’s greatest fashion houses such as Gucci, Versace and Prada, as well as bespoke Savile Row tailors.

The Hartley Property Trust has now come forward with plans to finally develop the site - with access from Shop Lane and Daw Knowl.

In the planning report the developer says: “The site is well placed to provide development that will contribute positively to maintaining the future sustainability of Kirkheaton via the introduction of residents and employees, including those who would otherwise be forced to look beyond the settlement to live and work.”

The outline plans are open to public comments at Kirklees Council until September 26.