Plans have been submitted to create a new ten-pitch site on land near Kellington, between Selby and Knottingley. The application, submitted to North Yorkshire Council, seeks permission to change the use of land off Upper Common Lane. The location of the proposed traveller site near Kellington. “The lack of alternative accommodation, specifically the lack of a five-year supply of deliverable pitches, provides a significant material consideration.” Planning consultants also say the location is suitable because of its existing residential use and proximity to the neighbouring traveller site.