A controversial bid to build 66 flats in Rickmansworth has been withdrawn. 

The controversial application for 66 flats in Wharf Lane was considered by Three Rivers District Council’s planning committee last month and a decision was expected on Thursday.

Last month, a member of the planning committee said he is “horrified about the potential destruction” of a Rickmansworth community.

Previous plans suggested there would be 19 one bedroom flats, 43 two bedroom flats and four three-bedroom flats built on the former gasworks site.

But Three Rivers District Council has confirmed the application has been withdrawn and will not be considered at the planning committee hearing this Thursday.