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Apologies for Absence To receive any apologies for absence. Minutes: Apologies for absence were received from Councillors P Edwards and C Thorley. |
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Declarations of Interest/Pre Determination To provide an opportunity for Members and Officers to declare any disclosable pecuniary and non-pecuniary interests and for Members to declare if they have a pre-determination in respect of any item on the agenda. Minutes: It was noted that Members had received correspondence in relation to a number of items on the agenda.
In the interest of openness in relation to applications 13/3575M and 13/3576M, Councillor Mrs J Jackson declared that she was on the Executive Committee of Cheshire Peaks & Plains Tourism Association. The applications had never been discussed by the Committee, but the association did support the tourist economy in the area. In addition she was a member of ‘Make it Macclesfield’ who had been approached by Mottram Hall to support the application. The Group declined to be involved in commenting on any Planning applications.
In the interest of openness in relation to the same applications, Councillor G Walton declared that he was on the Executive Committee of Cheshire Peaks & Plains Tourism Association. The applications had never been discussed by the Committee, but the association did support the tourist economy in the area.
In the interest of openness in relation to application 13/3025N, Councillor J Hammond declared that he was a member of the Cheshire Wildlife Trust who had been a consultee on the application, however he had not made any comments in respect of the application. |
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Minutes of the Previous Meeting To approve the minutes as a correct record. Minutes: RESOLVED
That the minutes be approved as a correct record and signed by the Chairman. |
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Public Speaking A total period of 5 minutes is allocated for each of the planning applications for the Ward Councillors who are not members of the Strategic Planning Board.
A period of 3 minutes is allocated for each of the planning applications for the following individual/groups:
Minutes: RESOLVED
That the public speaking procedure be noted. |
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To consider the above application. Minutes: Consideration was given to the above application.
(Councillor Mrs J Clowes, the neighbouring Ward Councillor, Parish Councillor G Seddon, representing Audlem Parish Council, David Siddorns, representing Audlem Parish Planning Group/Village Design Statement Team and Heather Jones, representing Audlem Medical Practice, an objector attended the meeting and spoke in respect of the application).
RESOLVED
That the Board be minded to refuse the application for the following reasons:-
1. The proposed residential development is unsustainable because it is located within the Open Countryside, where according to Policies NE.2 and RES.5 of the adopted Borough of Crewe and Nantwich Replacement Local Plan there is a presumption against new residential development. Such development would be harmful to its open character and appearance, which in the absence of a need for the development should be protected for its own sake. The Local Planning Authority can demonstrate a 5 year supply of housing land supply in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework. As such the application is also premature to the emerging Development Strategy. Consequently, there are no material circumstances to indicate that permission should be granted contrary to the development plan. 2. In the absence detailed survey information the applicant has failed to demonstrate that the proposal will not result in loss of the best and most versatile agricultural land and given that the Authority can demonstrate a housing land supply in excess of 5 years, the applicant has also failed to demonstrate that there is a need for the development, which could not be accommodated elsewhere. The use of the best and most versatile agricultural land is unsustainable and contrary to Policy NE.12 of the Borough of Crewe and Nantwich Replacement Local Plan 2011 and the provisions of the National Planning Policy Framework. 3. The proposal would involve the removal of an “important” hedgerow as defined in the Hedgerow Regulations 1997. Policy NE5 of the local plan states that the Local Planning authority will protect, conserve and enhance the natural conservation resource where, inter alia, natural futures such as hedgerows are, wherever possible, integrated into landscaping schemes on development sites. In the absence of overriding reasons for allowing the development and the proposal is therefore contrary to Policy NR3 of the adopted Borough of Crewe and Nantwich Replacement Local Plan 2011. 4. Insufficient information has been submitted to demonstrate that, at the proposed density, the scheme would provide for the retention and protection of existing trees of amenity value and therefore the applicant has failed to demonstrate that the proposal complies with Policy NE.5 (Nature Conservation and Habitats) of the Borough of Crewe and Nantwich Replacement Local Plan 2011 and the provisions of the National Planning Policy Framework. 5. On the basis of the information submitted, the applicant has failed to demonstrate that the scheme provides for a sufficiently high quality of design for buildings and public spaces which will function well and add to the overall quality of the area, not just for the short term but over ... view the full minutes text for item 81. |
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To consider the above application. Minutes: Consideration was given to the above application.
(Parish Councillor Heather Jones, representing Audlem Parish Council, Stephen Amies, representing Heathfield Road Residents’ Association, David Latchford, an objector and Mr Frank Hockenhull, the applicant attended the meeting and spoke in respect of the application).
RESOLVED
That the application be refused for the following reasons:-
The proposed residential development is unsustainable because it is located within the Open Countryside, contrary to Policy NE.2 (Open Countryside) and the principles of the National Planning Policy Framework and create harm to interests of acknowledged importance. The Local Planning Authority can demonstrate a 5 year supply of housing land supply in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework. As such the application is also contrary to the emerging Development Strategy. Consequently, there are no material circumstances to indicate that permission should be granted contrary to the development plan.
1. The proposed access to plots 19 and 20, on Mill Lane is not suitable for further development. The proposal would therefore have a significant adverse impact on highway safety. The development would therefore be contrary to Policy BE.3 (Access and Parking) of the Borough of Crewe and Nantwich Replacement Local Plan 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
2. Insufficient information has been submitted with the application relating to bats in order to assess adequately the impact of the development having regard to the issue of protected species. In the absence of this information, it has not been possible to demonstrate that the proposal would comply with Development Plan policies, the NPPF and other material considerations.
3. The proposal fails to make adequate provision for infrastructure requirements and community facilities, in the form of medical provision, the need for which arises directly as a consequence of the development, contrary to policy BE 5 of the adopted Borough of Crewe and Nantwich Replacement Local Plan. It is therefore socially unsustainable contrary to the provisions of the National Planning Policy Framework.
In the event of any changes being needed to the wording of the Committee’s decision (such as to delete, vary or add conditions/informatives/planning obligations or reasons for approval/refusal) prior to the decision being issued, the Planning and Place Shaping Manager has delegated authority to do so in consultation with the Chairman of the Strategic Planning Board, provided that the changes do not exceed the substantive nature of the Committee’s decision.
Should this application be the subject of an appeal, authority be delegated to the Planning and Place Shaping Manager in consultation with the Chairman of the Strategic Planning Board to enter into a planning agreement in accordance with the S106 Town and Country Planning Act to secure the Heads of Terms for a S106 Agreement.
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To consider the above application. Minutes: Consideration was given to the above application.
(Barry Herrod, representing the applicant attended the meeting and was questioned by the Board).
RESOLVED
That for the reasons set out in the report and in oral update to Board the application be approved subject to the following conditions:-
1. Time limit 2. Details in Accordance with Outline Approval 3. Plan References 4. Phasing in accordance with approved details 5. Facing materials (bricks/render/tiles/doors/garages) in accordance with approved details 6. Surface materials (pedestrian & vehicle areas) in accordance with approved details 7. Boundary treatments in accordance with approved details 8. Landscape scheme (for the housing estate and domestic gardens) in accordance with approved details 9. POS area in accordance with approved details 10. Landscaping implementation (incl. protection) to an agreed timescale 11. Tree protection (for the housing estate) in strict accordance with the Tree Retention, Removal and Protection Plan 12. Construction Specification/Method Statement (footpath adjacent to Oak T4 serving Plots 88-94). 13. Bins stores in accordance with approved details 14. Footpaths links in accordance with approved details 15. Access in accordance with approved details (req. Section 38 agreement under the Highways Act 1980). In the event of any changes being needed to the wording of the Boards’ decision (such as to delete, vary or add addition conditions / informatives / planning obligations or reasons for approval / refusal) prior to the decision being issued, the Planning and Place Shaping Manager, in consultation with the Chairman of the Strategic Planning Board is delegated the authority to do so, provided that he does not exceed the substantive nature of the Board’s decision. |
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To consider the above application. Minutes: Consideration was given to the above application.
RESOLVED
That for the reasons set out in the report and in the update to Board the application be approved subject to the following conditions:-
1. A03FP - Commencement of development (3 years) 2. A01AP - Development in accord with approved plans 3. A06EX - Materials as application 4. A02LS - Submission of landscaping scheme 5. A04LS - Landscaping (implementation) 6. A04NC - Details of drainage 7. A22GR - Protection from noise during construction (hours of construction) 8. In accordance with Great Crested newt Impact Assessment 9. Details of location and design of newt pond proposed 10. Details of site access arrangements (including surface materials) and visibility splays 11. Any gates set back a min 7 metres from the highway 12. Noise from fixed plant and machinery 13. Submission of Construction Management Plan to Local Planning Authority In the event of any changes being needed to the wording of the Board’s decision (such as to delete, vary or add addition conditions / informatives / planning obligations or reasons for approval / refusal) prior to the decision being issued, the Planning and Place Shaping Manager in consultation with the Chairman of the Strategic Planning Board is delegated the authority to do so, provided that he does not exceed the substantive nature of the Board’s decision.
(The meeting adjourned for lunch from until 1.25pm until 2.15pm. Councillor P Mason left the meeting and did not return). |
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To consider the above application. Minutes: Consideration was given to the above application.
(Councillor P Findlow, the Ward Councillor, Mrs Thelma Jackson, an objector and Robert Cook, CEO of De Vere Hotels, the applicant attended the meeting and spoke in respect of the application).
RESOLVED
That for the reasons set out in the report and in the oral update to Board the application be approved subject to the following conditions:-
1. A03FP - Commencement of development (3 years) 2. A06EX - Materials as application 3. A04TR - Tree pruning / felling specification 4. Time limit of 4 years from 1st occupation 5. Prior to 1st occupation, submission of a scheme in repsect of the operation of the demountable arm 6. The hours of operation of the marquee shall be limited to 08.00 to 24.00 Monday to Thursday, and 08.00 to 00.30 on Friday to Sunday including Public Holidays, with the exception of New Years Eve, where the hours shall be limited to 08.00 to 01.00. In the event of any changes being needed to the wording of the Board’s decision (such as to delete, vary or add addition conditions / informatives / planning obligations or reasons for approval / refusal) prior to the decision being issued, the Planning and Place Shaping Manager in consultation with the Chairman of the Strategic Planning Board is delegated the authority to do so, provided that he does not exceed the substantive nature of the Board’s decision.
(The meeting adjourned for a short break. During the break the Senior Lawyer felt that further clarification was required regarding the additional condition relating to noise which Members had requested be included as a further condition. After the adjournment it was explained to Members that to simply add a condition relating to noise was unsatisfactory and that further explanation of what the noise condition should be was needed. Members came to an agreement on how the noise condition should be worded and for the avoidance of any doubt the vote was retaken). |
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To consider the above application. Minutes: Consideration was given to the above application.
RESOLVED
That for the reasons set out in the report the application be approved subject to the following conditions:-
1. A07LB - Standard Time Limit 2. A06EX - Materials as application 3. Time limit of 4 years from 1st occupation 4. Prior to 1st occupation, submission of a scheme in repsect of the operation of the demountable arm In the event of any changes being needed to the wording of the Board’s decision (such as to delete, vary or add addition conditions / informatives / planning obligations or reasons for approval / refusal) prior to the decision being issued, the Planning and Place Shaping Manager, in consultation with the Chairman of the Strategic Planning Board is delegated the authority to do so, provided that he does not exceed the substantive nature of the Board’s decision. |
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To consider the above application. Minutes: Consideration was given to the above application.
RESOLVED
That for the reasons set out in the report and in the oral update to Board the application be approved subject to completion of a Section 106 Agreement comprising the following Heads of Terms:-
· Financial contribution of £17,728 to CEC for bus stops in the vicinity. · Financial contribution of £17,728 to Stockport MBC for bus stops in the vicinity. · Financial contribution of £65,372 to CEC for improvements to provision for pedestrians and cyclists in the vicinity · Financial contribution of £65,372 to CEC towards public transport improvements · Financial contribution of £200,548 to Stockport MBC towards junction improvements in the Borough of Stockport.
And subject to the following conditions:-
1. A03FP - Commencement of development (3 years) 2. A01AP - Development in accord with approved plans 3. AEX41 - Materials to be as stated within the application 4. ALSA1 - Submission of landscaping scheme 5. ALS21 - Implementation of landscaping scheme 6. ALS61 - Landscaping - details of boundary treatment to be submitted 7. Approved access provided prior to cccupation 8. Access - visibility splays 9. No Gates to be erected across approved access 10. Pedestrian routes to be provided into the site 11. service vehicle car parking to be provided prior to occupation 12. Car parking to be provided for all buildings within the site 13. Cycle stores to be provided 14. Short-stay / visitor cycle parking 15. Parking of 20 motorcycles 16. Access drive surfaces 17. Pedestrian visibility splays 18. Surface water drainage system 19. Shower and drying facilities to be provided 20. Public transport to be provided 21. External lighting details to be approved 22. Phasing for car parking and travel planning 23. Interim Travel Plan to be submitted 24. No occupation before Interim Travel Plan 25. Detailed Travel Plan to be submitted 26. Revised Detailed Travel Plan every 2 years 27. Building to be occupied under terms of travel plan 28. Badger survey to be submitted 29. Breeding birds survey to be submitted.
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To consider the above application. Minutes: This application was withdrawn prior to the meeting. |
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To consider the above application. Minutes: Consideration was given to the above application.
(Parish Councillor Hovey, representing Haslington Parish Council and Paul Darwin, representing the applicant attended the meeting and spoke in respect of the application).
RESOLVED
That the application be deferred for further discussions with Officers and the developer regarding the layout of the application site to ensure further consideration be given to the location of the affordable housing and whether there was a justifiable need for alleyways to be included within the design.
(This decision was contrary to the Officers recommendation of approval). |
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Exclusion of the Press and Public To consider passing a resolution under Section 100(A)(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 to exclude the public and press from the meeting for the following item(s) of business on the grounds that it involves the likely disclosure of exempt information in accordance with paragraph 5, pursuant to part 1 of Schedule 12 (A) of the Act. Minutes: Pursuant to Section 100B (2) of the Local Government Act 1972, the report relating to the remaining item on the agenda had been withheld from public circulation and deposit on the grounds that the matters may be determined with the public and press excluded.
It was moved and seconded, pursuant to Section 100A (4) of the Local Government Act 1972 that the public and press be excluded from the remaining item of the Board’s business on the grounds that the item involved the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in Paragraph 5 of Part 1 of Schedule 12A to the Local Government Act 1972, as amended, and that the public interest would not be served in publishing the information, and it was:-
RESOLVED
That the press and public be excluded from the remainder of the meeting for the reasons given. |
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Update following the refusal of planning application 12/4146C, Land off Dunnocksfold Road, Alsager To consider the above report. Minutes: Consideration was given to the above report.
RESOLVED
That the Council contends the appeal on the following basis:-
The proposal would involve the removal of an “important” hedgerow as defined in the Hedgerow Regulations 1997. Policy NR3 of the adopted Congleton Borough Local Plan First Review, states that proposals for development that would result in the loss or damage to important hedgerows will only be allowed if there are overriding reasons for allowing the development. For the reasons stated in reason for refusal 1, in this case there are not considered to be any overriding reasons for allowing the development and the proposal is therefore contrary to Policy NR3 of the adopted Congleton Borough Local Plan First Review. |