Planning Committee
Responds to the planning applications within Macclesfield as a statutory consultee.
Macclesfield Town Council
Planning Committee Agenda 6th November 2020
Due to the Coronavirus Covid-19 restrictions and in line with the Local Authorities and Police and Crime Panels (Coronavirus) (Flexibility of Local Authority and Police and Crime Panel Meetings) (England and Wales) Regulations 2020 this meeting will be held remotely, broadcast on youtube.com and can be viewed on the Macclesfield Town Council youtube.com channel.
Agenda for the meeting on 6th November 2020 at 10am
1. Apologies for Absence
2. Declarations of Interest
The meeting will be adjourned to invite public comments and questions. Following which the meeting will be reconvened.
NOTE:
If you would like to speak during public session, please email clerk@macclesfield-tc.gov.uk by 12 noon on 04/11/20. Every practicable effort will be made to try and arrange your inclusion.
If you would like to submit a written statement, please submit your statement for inclusion and circulation to the committee to clerk@macclesfield-tc.gov.uk by 12 noon on 04/11/20.
3. Minutes of the Planning Committee Meeting held on 16th October 2020
Action: To consider the draft minutes as a true record of the meeting
4. Matters Arising from the Minutes
Action: To consider any matters arising from the minutes
5. Observations on Planning Applications
The planning authority has been informed of the date of this meeting and any delays in responses as they relate to all applications with response closing dates before the date of this meeting.
Application No: 20/4065M
Proposal: Erection of apartment block containing 12no. 2 bedroom and 24no.1 bedroom apartments with associated external works, car parking and landscaping
Location: Land at Moss Lane, Macclesfield
Application No: 19/3097M
Proposal: Reserved Matters application for the erection of 134no. dwellings, vehicular access, roads and footways, hard and soft landscaping, drainage and other associated works following outline approval 17/4277M
Location: Land Between Chelford Road And Whirley Road, Henbury
Application No: 19/1068M
Proposal: The demolition of existing buildings and the residential redevelopment of The King’s School Cumberland Street site to provide a mixture of conversion and new build dwellings and ‘Later Living’ apartments, with associated access, car parking, open space, landscaping and infrastructure
Location: Kings School, Cumberland Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 1DA
Application No: 20/4724M
Proposal: New single storey building and canopy for A3 use
Location: Craven House, Churchill Way, Macclesfield, SK11 6AY
Application No: 20/4423M
Proposal: Change of use from a bar (Sui Generis) to Class E
Location: 91-95, Mill Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6NN
Application No: 20/4486M
Proposal: Two storey side extension, single storey rear extension
Location: 33, Arlington Drive, Macclesfield, SK11 8QL
Application No: 20/4357M
Proposal: Change of use and alterations to form one 3-bedroom flat and a House in multiple occupation with 9 bedrooms.
Location: Barnfield House 22, Catherine Street, Macclesfield, SK11 6ET
Application No: 20/4525M
Proposal: Demolition of existing conservatory and construction of single storey rear and side extension with associated external works.
Location: 1, Fernlea Drive, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 8PQ
Application No: 20/4555M
Proposal: Proposed Two Storey & Single Storey Side Extension
Location: 22, Grangelands, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4A
Application No: 20/4240M
Proposal: Conversion of 7 bedroom HMO into 4 apartments
Location: 90, Great King Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire
Application No: 20/4571M
Proposal: Rear extension, new porch and external works.
Location: 55, Victoria Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 3JA
Application No: 20/3877M
Proposal: Demolition of former pumping station and construction of two new dwellings
Location: Pump House, Chelford Road, Macclesfield, SK10 3LQ
Application No: 20/4631M
Proposal: Proposed rear extension and rendering to the existing dwelling.
Location: 3 , Butley Close, Macclesfield, SK10 2HL
Application No: 20/4027M
Proposal: Part single & two rear extension to form dining/kitchen/living with bedroom over together with internal alterations & ancilliary works.
Location: 126, Blakelow Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7EF
Application No: 20/4577M
Proposal: Demolition of existing conservatory & proposed single storey rear extension
Location: 43, New Hall Street, Macclesfield, SK10 3AB
Application No: 20/4640M
Proposal: Proposed single storey front extension to create a new porch. Proposed two storey rear / side extension to create improved kitchen and bedroom areas – replacing an existing single storey element.
Location: 5, Barnside Way, Macclesfield, SK10 2TZ
Application No: 20/3584M
Proposal: Erection of a two-storey side and single storey rear extension
Location: 11, Juniper Rise, Macclesfield, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4XT
Application No: 20/4651M
Proposal: Conversion of existing diving shop (A1 Use) to an office (B1 Use) and 4no residential apartments (C3 Use).
Location: 51-53, Park Lane, Macclesfield, SK11 6TX
Application No: 20/4693M
Proposal: The proposed development consists of the demolition of a 1960s prefabricated building to make way for a new 10 space surface car park.
Location: Jocelyn Solly House Parkside Hospital, Victoria Road, Macclesfield, SK10 3JE
Application No: 20/4733M
Proposal: Consent to retain items built in contravention of planning approval 18/3665M.
Location: The Picturedrome, 102-104 Chestergate, Macclesfield, SK11 6DU
Application No: 20/4773M
Proposal: single storey side and rear extension
Location: 11, Keswick Avenue, Macclesfield, SK11 8PN
6. Conservation Area Review
Action: To consider the report.
7. Town Character Assessment
Action: To note any updates.
8. Fence Avenue Site – Public Open Space and Canal Bridge
Action: To consider the report.
9. Planning Consultations
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has issued three consultations on reform of the planning system.
9.1 Transparency and Competition
Action: To approve the Planning Consultation Working Group consultation response from the meeting held 30/10/20.
10. Correspondence
None.
11. Member Items
None.
12. Date/Time and Place of Next Meeting
The date of the next meeting of the Planning Committee is 10am on 27th November 2020.
The format/venue to be confirmed subject to C-19 restrictions and related regulations.
Macclesfield Town Council
Planning Committee Minutes 6th November 2020
Due to the Coronavirus Covid-19 restrictions and in line with the Local Authorities and Police and Crime Panels (Coronavirus) (Flexibility of Local Authority and Police and Crime Panel Meetings) (England and Wales) Regulations 2020 this meeting was held remotely, broadcast on youtube.com and can be viewed on the Macclesfield Town Council youtube.com channel.
Minutes of the meeting held on 6th November 2020 at 10am
In attendance:
- Cllr Mike Hutchison
- Cllr Janet Jackson MBE
- Cllr David Edwardes
- Cllr Lloyd Roberts
- Cllr Fiona Wilson
1. Apologies for Absence
None
2. Declarations of Interest
Cllr Edwardes declared a non-pecuniary interest in application 19/1068M as he is a King’s school governor.
Cllr Roberts declared a non-pecuniary interest in application 19/1068M as he runs a business near the development site.
The meeting was adjourned for written representations from the public and public speakers.
A written statement from Lee Wadsworth on 20/4065M was read out:
I am writing on behalf of my household about the above planning application. This application is of great concern to us. I shall address our points individually.
- Increase in traffic – We use moss lane to get to our places of work. The traffic is already extremely congested and it can take an age just to get out of Buckingham rise itself. We already have enough increased traffic from Henshaws and the new property development. This proposed development with the new inhabitants will increase traffic enormously. It is such a lot of people living in such a small space with all the extra cars they will be using. All this extra traffic will reduce air quality and increase pollution.
- Habitat -Many of us on Whitfield Drive have purchased our properties in recent times. I am sure it would have affected mine and their decisions to buy property with proposed developments going on. Part of the beauty of living here is the tranquillity and green space it provides. Access to the footpath and green space to walk our dogs etc. This development will limit this experience and affect beautiful habitat we have grown to love.
- Wildlife- I am also fully aware that this land is known to be marshland and is prone to flooding. I worry for neighbours at the bottom of Whitfield Drive whose properties would be vulnerable to subsidence. It really is not suitable for building development and is home to diverse wildlife and wildlife habitat. Who would take responsibility for this? I am sure a building company would really not consider the affect it would have on our local wildlife and residents.
- Privacy – Is it really fair to grant planning permission when residents in the locale will have their properties overlooked by a three-storey development? I feel for them with regard to their privacy and the effect of over-populating such a small area in terms of noise and the potential of extra refuse. Also it is really not in keeping with the surrounding developments. Whitfield Drive and Buckingham Rise are large spacious residential properties which is part of their appeal for families. Also we have a many elderly people living in this area. We have all invested time and money in our properties and have a developed a strong community bond.
- Property value- I am sure such a development will reduce the value of our properties and make it a less desirable place to live which does not seem a fair as many of us have paid £300,00-£450,000 for properties in this area.
- Infrastructure – this is simply no infrastructure to support more cars, more people- there are no shops nearby, no public transport. It just seems a development better suited to somewhere nearer the town centre where there is more amenities to support such a dense population increase.
- Pollution – this proposed development would cause significant amounts of building dust which has the potential to affect the local population who suffer from asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. I note that older people live near this site and I am sure some of them do suffer with such conditions as well as the younger populations of course. Have the developers considered this? Are they going to compensate people whose general health is affected by such pollutants in the air? Brick-dust is a significant cause of silicosis and having these particles and other building dusts in the nearby could cause exacerbations of the local residents pre-existing respiratory conditions.
[I] strongly object to this planning application and hope the council can see that we have very valid reasons for this objection. I hope you can see these too and please reject this development. It really is the wrong development for an area which should be protected in the way Danes Moss is protected. It is simply not vacant land please protect it.
A written statement from residents at Whitfield Drive on 20/4065M was read out:
As residents of Whitfield Drive and situated adjacent to this proposed development we strongly object on the following grounds
Invasion of our privacy
Unsuitable land which is subject to flooding
Natural haven for wild life
Increased volume of traffic on Moss Lane which is already a bottleneck
Increased noise We are already subject to the terrible clattering and banging from Henshaws
Increased fumes Again we are already subjected to terrible smells from HENSHAWS
We fully support the objections made by Mr and Mrs B at <address redacted> and will further support them financially if it is deemed necessary to take this matter further
Cllr Jeuda spoke on 20/4065M:
- Objects to the application,
- The design is out of keeping with the area, on a small site for the size of the development and with too few parking spaces,
- There is no detail on the affordable housing scheme or the units for rent. Affordable housing is needed in Macclesfield but it should be well planned and attractive,
- The traffic on Moss Lane is already unacceptable with HGVs travelling up and down it,
- The area already has a number of residents suffering from respiratory conditions.
Sarah Bracegirdle spoke on 20/4065M:
- Has obejcted to the application,
- The development is a dominant 3 storey block of flats with a flat roof, and out of keeping with the 1-2 storey pitched roof properties in the area,
- Existing properties will have their privay compromised due to the height of the new building,
- The plans do not take this into consideration the marshy land. The building may need raised foundations which would further impact privacy,
- Concerns of subsidence to existing properties as a result of the development,
- An increase of traffic,
- Concerns on ecological factors – the site is habitat to birds and bats.
Lara Elsegood spoke on 20/4065M:
- Objects to the application,
- No detail on how the development fits in with the South Macclesfield Development Area allocation of housing,
- The site is identified as an area of green infrastructure/landscaping with a public footpath and cycle way – development should be carried out in accordance with the Land Use Framework Plan,
- There is insufficient information on an ecological assessment, tree survery and traffic assessment,
Chris Bateson spoke on 20/4065M:
- Objects to the application,
- Moss Lane is already congested with HGVs travelling up and down the road. There is no bus route in the area – development will make traffic worse and there are no plans to relieve the congestion,
- The area has poor air pollution,
- The water pressure is already poor,
- The design, flat roof and brickwork, is not in keeping with the area,
- The 3 storey building will lead to overlooking,
- The site is marshy and a habitat for bats and owls,
- Concerns on flooding in the area,
- Lack of green space,
- Insufficient infrastructure such as school places and health care,
- The development would have a detrimental impact on the area.
Joyce Ward spoke on 20/4065M:
- Opposes the plans,
- The building will invade the privacy of adjacent properties due to its height and the number of windows,
- The landscaping is not adequate,
- The design is out of keeping,
- Forty car parking spaces have been allocated with no plans for where other cars will park, leading to concerns on access for emergency services,
- The water and waste services are already struggling with the existing demand,
- Impact on wildlife in the area such as foxes and badgers,
- Impact on the residents losing sight of the green space.
A written statement from Susan Whitman on 19/1068M was read out:
I object to these new plans for the “Historic site” upon the following grounds:
1. Lack of affordable properties
2. Obliteration of the War Memorial Cricket Pavilion
3. Design of the dwellings. In no way do they complement the existing buildings. Hillcrest has demonstrated in other projects that it can readily build in pastiche styles, e.g. Riverside Place, Knutsford. This site requires sensitive treatment, and not buildings which are alien, and which could be seen in any location. The rear aspect, on Coare Street, is redolent of the Victoria Park flats. Macclesfield deserves better.
A written statement from Rosey Green on 19/1068M was read out:
I continue to strongly oppose the demolition of WWI memorial cricket pavilion.
It is not enough to transfer names to a plaque etcetera. The building IS the memorial. And part of our local history.
The War Memorials Trust has assessed this curtilage listed building as of ‘medium’ significance and important because examples of utilitarian memorials like this are increasingly rare. The developer wrongly assessed it as ‘minor’.
Last year, following criticism, the developer created an artist’s illustration of a ‘Memorial Garden’ for the site. However, this does NOT appear on the firm’s revised ‘Masterplan’.
When asked why not, the firm said it was still their intent to create the garden and the planning officer knew as such i.e. they did not feel it necessary to restate as was in the earlier plans!
Are the people of Macclesfield, when invited to comment, expected to be psychic?!?
For the record, this is what the King’s School said ahead of its 1999 refurbishment of the building:
The Association has embarked on its long-cherished project, the restoration and modernisation of the old fiction library/cricket pavilion on the Front Field. Many may not know that the Association built the Pavilion in the 1930s as a lasting tribute and memorial to those old boys who sacrificed their lives in the First World War. Sadly, it has fallen into disrepair. The Association is currently busy fund-raising to cover the estimated £75,000 cost, although well over £30,000 has already been pledged and it is hoped that the work can begin in the near future, possibly by Easter. Once the work is completed, the school will have a modern pavilion which can also be used as a classroom, study and meeting room. It will also once again be a fitting memorial to the fallen old boys.
Lastly, at this time of year, perhaps you’d be kind enough to read this:
Jack Harrison was born in 1889 on 42 Cumberland Street – virtually opposite the ‘Grammar School’ gates. He was an all-round athletic star and became captain of the school’s cricket team in his final year – one of the county’s finest bowlers!
In 1916, Jack enlisted in the 7th Cheshires. He was commissioned into the Machine Gun Corps and posted to the 31st Division.
By February 1918, months after being slightly wounded, he was given leave to see his wife who was pregnant with their second child.
Within a few weeks, however, Jack was sent back.
Less than a fortnight later he was killed.
Jack was 28 years old.
—- In a cruel twist of fate, Jack’s brother lost his life too, in WWII —–
James Meecham spoke on 19/1068M:
- The development does not meet the affordable housing target set by Cheshire East Council,
- Lack of parking provison – spaces fall short of the Cheshire East Council standard notably for the school block and the later living apartments. No alternative for parking other than the congested side streets.
The speakers were thanked and the meeting reconvened.
3. Minutes of the Planning Committee Meeting Held on 16th October 2020
RESOLVED: That the minutes are approved as a true record of the meeting.
4. Matters Arising from the Minutes
None.
5. Observations on Planning Applications
The planning authority has been informed of the date of this meeting and any delays in responses as they relate to all applications with response closing dates before the date of this meeting.
Application No: 20/4065M
Proposal: Erection of apartment block containing 12no. 2 bedroom and 24no.1 bedroom apartments with associated external works, car parking and landscaping
Location: Land at Moss Lane, Macclesfield
At the meeting on 16/10/20, the committee raised no objections on this planning application. Subsequent to that date, additional information on the proposed development became available on the Cheshire East Council planning portal in the form of consultation reports and comments.
RESOLVED: That in light of additional information on the proposed development, the committee objects to this application on the grounds of:
- An increase in the volume of traffic, contributing to an increase in pollution and exacerbating parking issues in the area,
- Overdevelopment, with the design out of keeping with properties in the area,
- Concerns over drainage, flood risk and insufficient water pressure of the supply to the building and to nearby properties who are already experiencing poor water pressure,
- Loss of open space and wildlife habitat,
- Overlooking and loss of privacy to neighbouring properties,
- An adverse impact on nature conservation.
The committee also commented on:
- The delay and haphazardness in Cheshire East Council’s providing notice of the application to neighbours of the planning application,
- A Cheshire East Council housing officer report stating there is no clarity on how the affordable housing scheme would be achieved and the split of affordable/social/rental units,
- That clarity is needed on the South Macclesfield Development Area, as outlined in the Local Plan Strategy, in terms of providing green infrastructure and landscaping.
Application No: 19/3097M
Proposal: Reserved Matters application for the erection of 134no. dwellings, vehicular access, roads and footways, hard and soft landscaping, drainage and other associated works following outline approval 17/4277M
Location: Land Between Chelford Road And Whirley Road, Henbury
RESOLVED: That as per the meeting on 01/05/20, the committee objects to this application on the grounds of:
- Lack of pedestrian paths and cycleways in the development,
- Increased congestion on already congested roads,
- The removal of mature woodland and hedgerows,
- Risk to flooding in the area following the development,
- The removal of peat from the site contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework and Cheshire East’s Local Plan Strategy.
The committee seeks that items 1. – 5. listed above are addressed in planning conditions.
The committee also wished to re-iterate their objection to this application in the meeting held on 19th July 2019 with the following points:
- The site is within close proximity of the Broken Cross Air Quality Management Area (AQMA) and the development will lead to increased traffic volumes and therefore further exacerbate the poor air quality of that AQMA, contrary to the Cheshire East Air Quality Management Strategy;
- Lack of cycle and pedestrian routes within the development and between the development and town centre, contrary to the LPS Policy SC3;
- Increase of traffic on already congested highways with particular pressure on the development’s access and egress junction;
- Increased pressure on public services, e.g. buses, that have already been subject to cuts;
- High density of housing in the development reducing the availability of open spaces to support health and wellbeing contrary to the LPS Policy SC3;
- The density of the development is in excess of the site allocation within the Cheshire East Local Plan (LPS18), which indicates around 150 houses for the entire site, whilst this partial development of the site indicates around 250 residences will be delivered at this development density
- Increased pressure on primary care facilities;
- Increased pressure on availability of primary school places;
- Lack of evidence that there is capacity in local secondary schools;
- Removal of trees and hedges that will result in the loss of wildlife habitat;
- Concerns on the risk of flooding in the development area once the hard standing has been completed;
- The application does not clearly meet the Local Plan policy requirements of LPS18 1., 2., 3. & 5.
Application No: 19/1068M
Proposal: The demolition of existing buildings and the residential redevelopment of The King’s School Cumberland Street site to provide a mixture of conversion and new build dwellings and ‘Later Living’ apartments, with associated access, car parking, open space, landscaping and infrastructure
Location: Kings School, Cumberland Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 1DA
RESOLVED: That the committee objects to this application on the grounds of:
- Loss of natural light to existing properties,
- Direct overlooking from habitable rooms,
- Loss of privacy to existing properties in direct conflict with Local Plan Policy SE1 4 i – Ensuring appropriate level of privacy for new and existing residential properties,
- Not meeting distance standards between habitable rooms as per supporting information under SADPD Policy HOU 11,
- Insufficient quantity of affordable housing, set at less than 5% for the site against the Local Planning Authority target of 30%,
- Insufficient onsite parking provision,
- Lack of contingency plan for the protection of the war memorial pavilion.
The committee also commented that the War Memorial Heritage Trust does not support the loss of the pavilion war memorial and recommends an alternative site is investigated.
At this point in the meeting (11.22am), the Chair suggested a five minute break which was agreed by all committee members.
Application No: 20/4724M
Proposal: New single storey building and canopy for A3 use
Location: Craven House, Churchill Way, Macclesfield, SK11 6AY
The committee raised no objections subject to the hours of opening being agreed.
Application No: 20/4423M
Proposal: Change of use from a bar (Sui Generis) to Class E
Location: 91-95, Mill Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 6NN
The committee support this application and commented that Use Class E provides more scope for businesses and the town centre to recover.
Application No: 20/4486M
Proposal: Two storey side extension, single storey rear extension
Location: 33, Arlington Drive, Macclesfield, SK11 8QL
No objections.
Application No: 20/4357M
Proposal: Change of use and alterations to form one 3-bedroom flat and a House in multiple occupation with 9 bedrooms.
Location: Barnfield House 22, Catherine Street, Macclesfield, SK11 6ET
RESOLVED: That the committee objects to this application on the grounds of over intensification of the property
Additionally, the committee sought that the design is reviewed to allow for more shared living space.
At this point in the meeting (11:46am), the committee agreed to continue beyond two hours to conclude the items on the agenda.
Application No: 20/4525M
Proposal: Demolition of existing conservatory and construction of single storey rear and side extension with associated external works.
Location: 1, Fernlea Drive, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 8PQ
No objections.
Application No: 20/4555M
Proposal: Proposed Two Storey & Single Storey Side Extension
Location: 22, Grangelands, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4A
No objections.
Application No: 20/4240M
Proposal: Conversion of 7 bedroom HMO into 4 apartments
Location: 90, Great King Street, Macclesfield, Cheshire
The committee support this application, noting the Conservation Officer’s report on the strict use of materials.
Application No: 20/4571M
Proposal: Rear extension, new porch and external works.
Location: 55, Victoria Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 3JA
The committee support this application subject to the Conservation Officer’s report.
Application No: 20/3877M
Proposal: Demolition of former pumping station and construction of two new dwellings
Location: Pump House, Chelford Road, Macclesfield, SK10 3LQ
The committee raised no objections although noted the lack of landscaping and small amenity space.
Application No: 20/4631M
Proposal: Proposed rear extension and rendering to the existing dwelling.
Location: 3 , Butley Close, Macclesfield, SK10 2HL
No objections.
Application No: 20/4027M
Proposal: Part single & two rear extension to form dining/kitchen/living with bedroom over together with internal alterations & ancilliary works.
Location: 126, Blakelow Road, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 7EF
No objections.
Application No: 20/4577M
Proposal: Demolition of existing conservatory & proposed single storey rear extension
Location: 43, New Hall Street, Macclesfield, SK10 3AB
No objections.
Application No: 20/4640M
Proposal: Proposed single storey front extension to create a new porch. Proposed two storey rear / side extension to create improved kitchen and bedroom areas – replacing an existing single storey element.
Location: 5, Barnside Way, Macclesfield, SK10 2TZ
No objections.
Application No: 20/3584M
Proposal: Erection of a two-storey side and single storey rear extension
Location: 11, Juniper Rise, Macclesfield, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4XT
No objections.
Application No: 20/4651M
Proposal: Conversion of existing diving shop (A1 Use) to an office (B1 Use) and 4no residential apartments (C3 Use).
Location: 51-53, Park Lane, Macclesfield, SK11 6TX
No objections.
Application No: 20/4693M
Proposal: The proposed development consists of the demolition of a 1960s prefabricated building to make way for a new 10 space surface car park.
Location: Jocelyn Solly House Parkside Hospital, Victoria Road, Macclesfield, SK10 3JE
No objections.
Application No: 20/4733M
Proposal: Consent to retain items built in contravention of planning approval 18/3665M.
Location: The Picturedrome, 102-104 Chestergate, Macclesfield, SK11 6DU
The committee raised no objections subject to reports from the Environmental Health Officer and the Conservation Officer.
Application No: 20/4773M
Proposal: single storey side and rear extension
Location: 11 , Keswick Avenue, Macclesfield, SK11 8PN
No objections.
6. Conservation Area Review
Cllr Jackson MBE and Cllr Wilson were nominated to be present for the opening of the received Conservation Area Review ITTs. A date will be set prior to the next planning committee meeting.
7. Town Character Assessment
RESOLVED: That a Working Group is established to progress the development of a town character assessment.
8. Fence Avenue Site – Public Open Space and Canal Bridge
RESOLVED: That meetings are scheduled with the relevant stakeholders to progress the potential for tree planting at the Fence Avenue site public open space and the opening of the nearby the canal bridge.
9. Planning Consultations
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has issued three consultations on reform of the planning system.
9.1 Transparency and Competition
RESOLVED: That the committee approves the Planning Consultation Working Group consultation response from the meeting held on 30/10/20.
10. Correspondence
None.
11. Member Items
None.
12. Date/Time and Place of Next Meeting
The date of the next meeting of the Planning Committee is 10am on 27th November 2020.
The format/venue to be confirmed subject to C-19 restrictions and related regulations.
Meeting closed at 12:20pm.
Chair: Cllr Mike Hutchison
Clerk: Harriet Worrell