Plans have been submitted to transform disused land into a new street food venue – described as a “green oasis in the middle of a dense built-up area” – in Bradford.

The proposals would transform the triangular area at the junction of Thornton Road and Listerhills Road into a new site named TriYard.

The stalls would serve a mix of cuisines from around the world and the space would also regularly host food festivals and other outdoor events.

Developers Mi7 Projects Ltd said the venue would be a “cultural meeting point to celebrate Bradford’s rich and diverse food offering”.

The development hopes to support local vendors who are struggling to find a place in the newly reduced market area, while providing a unique social space for students from the nearby university campus.

“Located just a short walk from the city centre, TriYard celebrates Bradford’s rich diversity of street food culture,” the developers said.

The site would be accented with “colorful murals, street art and warm lighting” and would feature local street vendors offering cuisines “ranging from Asian teas to healthy Middle Eastern bites,” according to the site. Local democracy information service.

The proposal also says there will be “an emphasis on the environment, with greener food offerings and a design built around nature.”

“Food stalls, seating and aisles are arranged to create a natural flow on three sides, blending industrial and modern aesthetics with greenery,” he adds.

“Food and beverage kiosks are arranged around landscaped walkways to create a sense of a green oasis in the middle of a dense built-up area.”

Last year, Bradford Council granted temporary planning permission for a street food business based in a “refurbished vintage vehicle” which would be based on the triangular plot of land.

One of the conditions of this approval was that the site had to be cleared within two years of the company’s establishment. A cafe has since been built on the site.

The planning application for the new street food business says: “TriYard is designed to develop a viable use of the vacant site while expanding the food offering in this prime location. »

A decision on the request is expected before the end of the year.