McDonald's, Stanningley: Plans for new drive-thru Leeds takeaway restaurant shared as public consultation launched

A consultation has been launched to get the public’s views on the US company’s plans for a new site on Town Street in the centre of Stanningley.

McDonald’s says that the creation of a new drive-thru restaurant would create approximately 80 new jobs, in a range of full and part-time positions.

It is a previously developed site, once home to the North Sea Chinese Restaurant and the Old Roundabout Public House. Most recently the site has been used for a metal recycling business.

A spokesperson said: “The site is an ideal location for a new drive-thru restaurant. It is located in an existing town centre commercial area, and would complement the other businesses in Stanningley.

“Subject to planning approval, our proposals would provide a local restaurant in a convenient location for the people of Stanningley and the surrounding area.”

The company says that it has long had plans to expand into the area, saying that there is “well-established demand” for a McDonald’s in Stanningley.

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The proposals include:

• A new sustainably constructed McDonald’s drive-thru restaurant, incorporating indoor and outdoor seating for customers.
• 37 new parking spaces (including 2 accessible spaces) and 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Point spaces.
• Cycle parking spaces.
• Landscaping and new tree planting.
• Recycling and waste facilities across the site to encourage disposal of waste.
• 24/7 operating hours.

McDonald’s is asking for the public’s views ahead of submitting a planning application to Leeds City Council.