Planning Committee
Responds to the planning applications within Macclesfield as a statutory consultee.
Macclesfield Town Council
Planning Committee Agenda 7th February 2020
Agenda for the meeting to be held on 7th February 2020 at 10am in Macclesfield Town Hall.
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
3. Minutes of the Planning Committee Meeting Held on 17th January 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: 20/0246M
Proposal: Approval of reserved matters, Appearance, Landscaping, Layout & Scale on outline planning app 15/4287M, for partial change of use and partial demolition of existing buildings and structures, including the change of use of Fence House into 27 apartments, and erection of 273 dwellings, landscaping, supporting infrastructure and means of access.
Location: THE KINGS SCHOOL, FENCE AVENUE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 1LT
Application No: 20/0101M
Proposal: Variation of condition 15 relating to tree survey in existing permission 18/5647M; The proposed development consists of 14 new build properties, with a combination of house types including shared ownership houses and affordable rent along with associated external landscape works.
Location: Vacant Land Off Green Street And, CUCKSTOOLPIT HILL, MACCLESFIELD
Application No: 19/1601M
Proposal: Residential development comprising of 14no. 3 & 4 bed family houses arranged within two terrace blocks with associated gardens, parking and garages
Location: Stanley Press Equipment Limited, BANK STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 7BR
Application No: 20/0139M
Proposal: Proposed part loft conversion with new front dormer window and altered parking area
Location: 79, BIRTLES ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 3JG
Application No: 19/5806M
Proposal: 1 Storey orangery 3m x 4.7m
Location: 19, LIVINGSTONE CLOSE, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 3RT
Application No: 19/5859M
Proposal: Proposed internal alterations and change of use of upper 2 floors to create two 2 bedroom apartments
Location: 109-113, MILL STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 6NN
Application No: 20/0230M
Proposal: Change of Use from A1 to A3
Location: 59, MILL STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 6NG
Application No: 20/0034M
Proposal: Small extension to car park and new footpath to improve safety and accessibility of the church site.
Location: HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, 197A HURDSFIELD ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 2PX
Application No: 20/0263M
Proposal: Proposed single storey rear extension.
Location: 8 , Weybridge Drive, Macclesfield, SK10 2UP
Application No: 20/0244M
Proposal: Demolish Exist Conservatory & Erection of Ground floor rear extension to dwelling
Location: 32, CALVELEY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 3NA
Application No: 20/0305M
Proposal: Proposed first floor side elevation extension
Location: 33, WESTBROOK DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 3AQ
Application No: 20/0310M
Proposal: Proposed detached dwelling
Location: Builders storage units and yard between 31 & 33, POOL STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 7NX
Application No: 20/0345M
Proposal: Demolition of conservatory and construction of a single storey dining kitchen extension and accessible WC, second storey rear extension. Adaptations also include a canopy to the front of the property and raised driveway and rear patio to provide level access.
Location: 4, OLDHAMS RISE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 2HG
Application No: 20/0232M
Proposal: Single storey flat roof rear extension to form a family room
Location: 17, CALVELEY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 3NA
Application No: 20/0341M
Proposal: Demolition of outbuildings and erection of part single- and part two-storey rear extension
Location: 90, Crompton Road, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8EB
Application No: 20/0354M
Proposal: Proposed double storey side and rear extension
Location: 53, KNOWSLEY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8AP
Application No: 20/0370M
Proposal: Two-storey rear extension, single-storey rear extension; alterations.
Location: 50, RYLES PARK ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 8AL
Application No: 20/0388M
Proposal: Demolition of existing rear extension & proposed single storey rear extension & general alterations
Location: 94, CROMPTON ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8EB
Application No: 20/0389M
Proposal: Change of Use from A1 Retail to D1 Community Centre
Location: 50, WATERS GREEN, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 6JT
6. Conservation Area Review
Action: To note the update.
7. Town Character Assessment
Action: To note the update.
8. Strategic Planning Update
Action: To note the update.
9. Application No: 19/1068M, Kings School Development
Action: To note the Strategic Planning Board report and recommendations at the meeting held 29 January 2020.
10. Correspondence
10.1 Kings School Fence Avenue Development
Action: To note the correspondence.
10.2 SADPD and Brooks Lane Site In Middlewich For Public Consultation
Action: To note the consultation period.
10.3 Civic Society Representation on 19/5936M Barracks Mill
Action: To note the comments.
10.4 Confirmation of Macclesfield – Kings School Cricket Ground Tree Preservation Order 2019
Action: To note the correspondence.
10.5 19/5210M Visual Representation of Hanging Sign
Action: To note the correspondence.
11. Member Items
11.1 Update From Cllr Wilson on 19/1068M Kings School Development
Following the Strategic Planning Board meeting held on 29 January 2020.
12. Date/Time and Place of Next Meeting
The next Planning Committee meeting will take place on 28th February 2020 10am, in Macclesfield Town Hall (to be confirmed).
Macclesfield Town Council
Planning Committee Supplementary Agenda 7th February 2020
Supplementary Agenda for the meeting to be held on 7th February 2020 at 10am in Macclesfield Town Hall.
1. 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: 20/0264M
Proposal: Change of use from existing office building to two apartments
Location: 166, BUXTON ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 1NG
Application No: 19/5608M
Proposal: Lift shaft to accommodate disabled lift
Location: 7, CHURCHSIDE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 1HG
Application No: 19/5609M
Proposal: Listed building consent for Lift shaft to accommodate disabled lift
Location: 7, CHURCHSIDE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 1HG
Application No: 20/0405M
Proposal: Proposed demolition of existing conservatory, and erection of single-storey rear extension
Location: 12, HARVEST ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 2LH
Macclesfield Town Council
Planning Committee Minutes 7th February 2020
Minutes of the meeting held on 7th February 2020 at 10am in Macclesfield Town Hall.
In attendance:
- Cllr Alift Harewood MBE
- Cllr Janet Jackson MBE
- Cllr David Edwardes
- Cllr Fiona Wilson
1. Apologies for Absence
Cllr Lloyd Roberts
2. Declarations of Interest
Cllr Jackson MBE declared a non-pecuniary interest in application 20/0246M as a former pupil of the school.
Cllr Wilson declared a non-pecuniary interest in application 20/0246M as a former pupil of the school.
There were no members of the public attending the meeting.
3. Minutes of the Planning Committee Meeting Held on 17th January 2020
RESOLVED: That the minutes are approved as a true record of the meeting
4. Matters Arising From the Minutes
Cllr Harewood MBE clarified that the number of apartments planned for application 19/5426M is 8 as stipulated and has not been reduced to 6.
Cllr Harewood MBE noted that she has had further contact from residents in relation to application 19/5838M.
The committee sought clarification on the assignment of classifications to planning applications where there are multiple apartments/occupancy, with particular reference to applications 19/5426M and 19/5838M where the number of apartments exceeds the limit set by C3.
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: 20/0246M
Proposal: Approval of reserved matters, Appearance, Landscaping, Layout & Scale on outline planning app 15/4287M, for partial change of use and partial demolition of existing buildings and structures, including the change of use of Fence House into 27 apartments, and erection of 273 dwellings, landscaping, supporting infrastructure and means of access.
Location: THE KINGS SCHOOL, FENCE AVENUE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 1LT
The committee commented that they are pleased to note the following inclusions in the application:
- The proportion and distribution of affordable housing in the development;
- The sympathetic design and use of materials;
- Environmental improvements;
- The installation of EV charging points.
The committee sought clarification of the installation of a sprinkler system in the apartment block.
Application No: 20/0101M
Proposal: Variation of condition 15 relating to tree survey in existing permission 18/5647M; The proposed development consists of 14 new build properties, with a combination of house types including shared ownership houses and affordable rent along with associated external landscape works.
Location: Vacant Land Off Green Street And, CUCKSTOOLPIT HILL, MACCLESFIELD
The committee support the Arboriculture and Forestry consultation response for a revised Arboricultural Impact Assessment.
Application No: 19/1601M
Proposal: Residential development comprising of 14no. 3 & 4 bed family houses arranged within two terrace blocks with associated gardens, parking and garages
Location: Stanley Press Equipment Limited, BANK STREET,
MACCLESFIELD, SK11 7BR
RESOLVED: That the committee objects to this application on the grounds of:
- No affordable housing provision;
- The site is at a medium risk from surface water flooding;
- Insufficient parking provision for the development.
The committee sought that a condition is applied to the application such that development cannot proceed until a flood survey and management plan is completed.
The committee also noted that EV charging points are not included in the design.
Application No: 20/0139M
Proposal: Proposed part loft conversion with new front dormer window and altered parking area
Location: 79, BIRTLES ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 3JG
No objections.
Application No: 19/5806M
Proposal: 1 Storey orangery 3m x 4.7m
Location: 19, LIVINGSTONE CLOSE, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 3RT
No objections.
Application No: 19/5859M
Proposal: Proposed internal alterations and change of use of upper 2 floors to create two 2 bedroom apartments
Location: 109-113, MILL STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 6NN
The committee raised no objections subject to:
- The inclusion of noise mitigation measures as the development is in an area with an established night-time economy;
- Hours of construction are set to limit the disruption to existing residents.
Application No: 20/0230M
Proposal: Change of Use from A1 to A3
Location: 59, MILL STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 6NG
No objections.
Application No: 20/0034M
Proposal: Small extension to car park and new footpath to improve safety and accessibility of the church site.
Location: HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, 197A HURDSFIELD ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 2PX
No objections.
Application No: 20/0263M
Proposal: Proposed single storey rear extension.
Location: 8 , Weybridge Drive, Macclesfield, SK10 2UP
No objections.
Application No: 20/0244M
Proposal: Demolish Exist Conservatory & Erection of Ground floor rear extension to dwelling
Location: 32, CALVELEY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 3NA
No objections.
Application No: 20/0305M
Proposal: Proposed first floor side elevation extension
Location: 33, WESTBROOK DRIVE, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 3AQ
No objections.
Application No: 20/0310M
Proposal: Proposed detached dwelling
Location: Builders storage units and yard between 31 & 33, POOL STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 7NX
The committee raised no objections subject to the use of materials are in keeping with the area.
The committee also noted that the development may require a contamination assessment report and remedial action.
Application No: 20/0345M
Proposal: Demolition of conservatory and construction of a single storey dining kitchen extension and accessible WC, second storey rear extension. Adaptations also include a canopy to the front of the property and raised driveway and rear patio to provide level access.
Location: 4, OLDHAMS RISE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 2HG
No objections.
Application No: 20/0232M
Proposal: Single storey flat roof rear extension to form a family room
Location: 17, CALVELEY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 3NA
No objections.
Application No: 20/0341M
Proposal: Demolition of outbuildings and erection of part single- and part two-storey rear extension
Location: 90, Crompton Road, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8EB
No objections.
Application No: 20/0354M
Proposal: Proposed double storey side and rear extension
Location: 53, KNOWSLEY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8AP
No objections.
Application No: 20/0370M
Proposal: Two-storey rear extension, single-storey rear extension; alterations.
Location: 50, RYLES PARK ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 8AL
No objections.
Application No: 20/0388M
Proposal: Demolition of existing rear extension & proposed single storey rear extension & general alterations
Location: 94, CROMPTON ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8EB
No objections.
Application No: 20/0389M
Proposal: Change of Use from A1 Retail to D1 Community Centre
Location: 50, WATERS GREEN, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 6JT
No objections.
Application No: 20/0264M
Proposal: Change of use from existing office building to two apartments
Location: 166, BUXTON ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 1NG
No objections.
Application No: 19/5608M
Proposal: Lift shaft to accommodate disabled lift
Location: 7, CHURCHSIDE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 1HG
No objections.
Application No: 19/5609M
Proposal: Listed building consent for Lift shaft to accommodate disabled lift
Location: 7, CHURCHSIDE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 1HG
The committee noted that this application will be under the direction of the Conservation Officer.
Application No: 20/0405M
Proposal: Proposed demolition of existing conservatory, and erection of single-storey rear extension
Location: 12, HARVEST ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 2LH
No objections.
6. Conservation Area Review
The committee wish to meet with the Cheshire East Council Portfolio holder to discuss and agree a way forward.
7. Town Character Assessment
The committee wish to meet with the Cheshire East Council Portfolio holder to discuss and agree a way forward.
8. Strategic Planning Update
The committee sought to inquire on the feasibility of an Article 4 Direction in Macclesfield.
9. Application No: 19/1068M, Kings School Development
The report was noted.
10. Correspondence
10.1 Kings School Fence Avenue Development
The correspondence was noted and commented on under observations for application 20/0246M.
10.2 SADPD and Brooks Lane Site In Middlewich For Public Consultation
The correspondence was noted.
10.3 Civic Society Representation on 19/5936M Barracks Mill
The correspondence was noted.
10.4 Confirmation of Macclesfield – Kings School Cricket Ground Tree Preservation Order 2019
The correspondence was noted.
10.5 19/5210M Visual Representation of Hanging Sign
The correspondence was noted, with the committee preferring design option 1.
11. Member Items
Cllr Wilson gave an update on application 19/1068M, Kings School development, which was considered at the Cheshire East Council Strategic Planning Board (SPB) on 29/01/20. Concerns raised at the meeting included the reduction of affordable housing, loss of green space, loss of the memorial pavilion and loss of privacy to existing residents. A decision for the application has been deferred by the SPB.
12. Date/Time and Place of Next Meeting
The next Planning Committee meeting will take place on 28th February 2020 10am, in Macclesfield Town Hall (to be confirmed).
Meeting closed at 11.40
Chair Cllr Alift Harewood MBE
Clerk Harriet Worrell