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Bradford Council Rejects Mosque Plans Over Noise, Parking Issues

3/28/2026

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Bradford Council denied plans to convert a madrassa on Woodhall Avenue into a mosque, citing parking and noise concerns.
The madrassa has operated since 2012 under a condition restricting use to educational purposes.
Mohammed Kashif Ali sought permission for a mosque for 50 worshippers, backed by a petition of nearly 200 signatures; councillors were uncomfortable altering the conditions.

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Bradford Council denied plans to convert a madrassa on Woodhall Avenue into a mosque, citing parking and noise concerns.
The madrassa has operated since 2012 under a condition restricting use to educational purposes.
Mohammed Kashif Ali sought permission for a mosque for 50 worshippers, backed by a petition of nearly 200 signatures; councillors were uncomfortable altering the conditions.