Louth Park Prayer Room Dead And Buried

BY IAN CROUCH

A controversial Muslim prayer room proposed for Louth Park appears to be off the table for good after proceedings were dropped in the Land and Environment Court.

Maitland Council unanimously rejected the proposal last year, prompting legal action from Dr Fazal Moughal, however he's now withdrawn those proceedings.

The Louth Park Residents Group has always argued the development was not appropriate for the area due to potential noise and traffic issues.

Residents Met To Discuss Prayer Room Concerns Last Year. Photo:Maitland Mercury

Louth Park Prayer Room Rejected

BY IAN CROUCH

Maitland Council hasn't wasted any time rejecting a Muslim prayer room at Louth Park.

Councillors spent less than 10 minutes last night considering the development application before rejecting it on planning grounds, mainly because it was going to operate from 5am until 7pm, 7 days a week.

Nearby residents say they're not against a place of worship, however this proposal was in the wrong location.

Concerned Residents Discuss The Proposal At A Public Meeting In December Last Year Photo Courtesy Maitland Mercury