Planning Committee
Responds to the planning applications within Macclesfield as a statutory consultee.
Macclesfield Town Council
Planning Committee Agenda 18th January 2019
Agenda of the meeting held on 18th January 2019 at 9.30am in Macclesfield Town Hall.
1. Apologies for Absence
2. Declarations of Interest
The meeting will be adjourned to allow for public questions and comments. Following this, the meeting will be reconvened.
3. Minutes of the Planning Committee Meeting Held on 11th December 2018
Action: To consider the draft minutes as a true record of the meeting
4. 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: 18/5189M
Proposal: Proposed new build domestic dwelling within grounds of 231 Peter Street.
Location: 231, PETER STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8ET
Application No: 18/5301M
Proposal: Extensions and Alterations, including Addition of a Mezzanine Storage Area and Continued Use for Storage and Distribution, with Ancillary Offices, Staff Facilities, Workshop and MOT Test Bay
Location: Shoresclough Works, HULLEY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 2LZ
Application No: 18/5724M
Proposal: Provision of a new public toilet facility
Location: EXCHANGE CLOSE, MACCLESFIELD
Application No: 18/6001M
Proposal: Demolition of existing rear single storey outbuilding and replace with two storey extension to form two apartments.
Location: 11, Bridge Street, Macclesfield, SK11 6EG
Application No: 18/6014M
Proposal: Change of use and extension of former magistrates court to form 12 apartments with parking.
Location: MACCLESFIELD LAW COURT, HIBEL ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 2AB
Application No: 18/6076M
Proposal: Refurbishment of external elevations and change of use of basement (former public toilets) to create private gymnasium and laundry.
Location: Craven House, CHURCHILL WAY, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 6AY
Application No: 18/6101M
Proposal: Change of use from scrub land to storage (B8)
Location: Land off Turf Lane, Macclesfield
Application No: 18/6102M
Proposal: AMENDED DESCRIPTION – Part retrospective application for the demolition of the existing workshop and the construction of a new workshop building for the storage of plant and vehicles associated with the existing demolition business and laying of new hardstanding
Location: 1, TURF LANE, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 7TT
Application No: 18/6103M
Proposal: Construction of canopies over waste storage bays
Location: 72, Moss Lane, Macclesfield, SK11 7TT
Application No: 18/6131M
Proposal: Variation of Condition 2 on 17/5127M – Replacement of 5 temporary classrooms with 4 new classrooms and a replacement nursery facility. Provision of an additional toilet block, extension to the existing hall, rework the existing car park to provide additional spaces and improvement to the front entrance with separate pedestrian/vehicle access
Location: Ivy Bank Primary School, VALLEY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 8PB
Application No: 18/6162M
Proposal: New Cold Store
Location: Astrazeneca, Charter Way, Macclesfield, SK10 2NA
Application No: 18/6175M
Proposal: Change of use of two pairs of semi-detached dwellings to two no. houses in multiple occupation (HMO)
Location: 199A – 199D, PETER STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8ES
Application No: 18/6179M
Proposal: Variation of condition 2 & 4 on approval 18/4272M – Single storey rear and side extension.
Location: 105, OXFORD ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 8JG
Application No: 18/6235M
Proposal: Clear existing site and construct a single storey dwelling with three bedrooms,
Location: LAND AT, BLAKELOW GARDENS, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE
Application No: 18/6276M
Proposal: Demolition of single storey outbuilding and construction of new single storey extension to incorporate new ground floor level access shower and sanitary facilities
Location: 21, BOSTOCK ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8ST
Application No: 18/6286M
Proposal: Single storey front extension and canopy roof
Location: 6, FARWOOD CLOSE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 3DS
Application No: 18/6300M
Proposal: Redevelopment of the Site to provide 11 residential dwellings through the demolition of the former Hatton Street Works.
Location: CHESHIRE WINDOWS AND GLASS, ARMITT STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 6SD
Application No: 18/6396M
Proposal: To alter the entrance to Quint offices, changing a large existing glazed opening to a pair of entrance doors (not altering the overall shape of the opening) and partially blocking-up the exiting single door entrance to form a window (To approximately match those adjacent).
Location: Oxford House, OXFORD ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8HS
Application No: 18/6402M
Proposal: Two Storey Rear Extension
Location: 98, BOND STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 6QR
Application No: 19/0017M
Proposal: Amendment to planning permission ref: 18/0493M to allow for the acceptance and storage of dry, non hazardous skip and trade wastes within part of new consented building with retention of the consented garages and B1/B8 uses
Location: Moss Lane Garage Services, 150, MOSS LANE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 7XF
Application No: 19/0020M
Proposal: Demolition of existing buildings and erection of dwelling
Location: 56, Blakelow Road, Macclesfield, SK11 7ED
Application No: 19/0064M
Proposal: Proposed detached ancillary outbuilding
Location: 8, IVY LANE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 8NR
Application No: 19/0059M
Proposal: Replacement ground floor rear extension
Location: 23, Bittern Grove, Macclesfield, SK10 3QP
Application No: 19/0076M
Proposal: Erection of single story side return extension to rear of terrace house. Flat roof timber cladding extending across entire rear of property at ground floor level
Location: 14 , High Street, Macclesfield, SK11 8BU
Application No: 19/0082M
Proposal: Replacement detached garage with garden store and greenhouse
Location: 210, PRESTBURY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 3HL
Application No: 19/0086M
Proposal: Demolish existing garage and erection of rear/side ground floor extension to dwelling
Location: 39, DALESFORD CRESCENT, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 3LE
Application No: 19/0130M
Proposal: Demolition of existing conservatory & chimney stacks; alterations; rear single storey extension; front extended eaves; front single storey additions: Window bays & new main entrance extension and fenestration. Note:- Subsequent to approval 18/0763M following re-design of approved design to achieve feasibility and affordability.
Location: 113, GAWSWORTH ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8UQ
5. Planning Policy Consultation Report
Action: To consider the received report and its recommendations. To make recommendation to Council based on the report contents and findings.
6. Correspondence
6.1 Macclesfield Civic Society – comments on recent applications
To note the correspondence.
6.2 Macclesfield Civic Society – comments on LDOs
To note the correspondence.
7. Street Naming
7.1 New street off Moss Chase
Action: To consider a new street name.
8. Traffic Regulations
8.1 Gunco Lane – proposed no waiting at any time
Action: To consider the Notice of Proposal.
8.2 Lowe Street – proposed no waiting at any time
Action: To consider the Notice of Proposal.
9. Community Infrastructure Levy
To note the examiner’s report on Cheshire East Council’s draft CIL schedule.
10. Member Items
None
11. Date/Time and Place of Next Meeting
The next Planning Committee meeting will take place on 1st February 2019, in Macclesfield Town Hall (to be confirmed)
Macclesfield Town Council
Planning Committee Minutes 18th January 2019
Minutes of the meeting held on 18th January 2019 at 9.30am in Macclesfield Town Hall.
In Attendance:
- Cllr Gareth Jones
- Cllr Liz Durham
- Cllr Alift Harewood MBE
- Cllr Beverley Dooley
- Cllr Philip Bolton
1. Apologies for Absence
None
2. Declarations of Interest
Cllr Dooley declared a non-pecuniary interest in 18/5189M and 18/6175M as the planning applications are close to her property.
The meeting was adjourned to allow for comments from members of the public.
Residents of Peter Street commented on application 18/6175M.
Cllr Dooley left the room due to her non-pecuniary interest.
The residents raised concerns on:
- The development overlooking their property;
- Safeguarding issues;
- Lack of parking provision.
The public were thanked for their comments, and the Chair reconvened the meeting.
3. Minutes of the Planning Committee Meeting Held on 11th December 2018
RESOLVED: That the minutes are approved as a true record of the meeting.
4. 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: 18/5189M
Proposal: Proposed new build domestic dwelling within grounds of 231 Peter Street.
Location: 231, PETER STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8ET
No objections but the committee asked that the neighbours’ comments are taken into consideration, particularly with regards to access.
Application No: 18/5301M
Proposal: Extensions and Alterations, including Addition of a Mezzanine Storage Area and Continued Use for Storage and Distribution, with Ancillary Offices, Staff Facilities, Workshop and MOT Test Bay
Location: Shoresclough Works, HULLEY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 2LZ
No comments.
Application No: 18/5724M
Proposal: Provision of a new public toilet facility
Location: EXCHANGE CLOSE, MACCLESFIELD
This application was submitted by Macclesfield Town Council and therefore could not be commented on by the committee.
Application No: 18/6001M
Proposal: Demolition of existing rear single storey outbuilding and replace with two storey extension to form two apartments.
Location: 11, Bridge Street, Macclesfield, SK11 6EG
The committee raised no objections but requested that serious consideration is given to:
- Health and wellbeing of residents as per LPS Policy SC3;
- Sufficient parking for residents;
- Impact on Macclesfield services (e.g. GPs) and infrastructure;
- Availability and provision of public transport.
Additionally, the committee insisted that Cheshire East Council seeks to invest in infrastructure improvements and secure sufficient parking provision for new developments.
Application No: 18/6014M
Proposal: Change of use and extension of former magistrates court to form 12 apartments with parking.
Location: MACCLESFIELD LAW COURT, HIBEL ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 2AB
No objections but the committee requested that the Civic Society comments are taken into consideration.
Application No: 18/6076M
Proposal: Refurbishment of external elevations and change of use of basement (former public toilets) to create private gymnasium and laundry.
Location: Craven House, CHURCHILL WAY, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 6AY
No objections.
Application No: 18/6101M
Proposal: Change of use from scrub land to storage (B8)
Location: Land off Turf Lane, Macclesfield
The committee raised no objections but requested:
- A clear definition on the use of the land;
- A clear definition on what is meant by storage.
Additionally, the committee raised concerns on:
- Health and wellbeing of residents as per LPS Policy SC3;
- Hours of operation;
- Air quality;
- Adequate fencing around the land.
Application No: 18/6102M
Proposal: AMENDED DESCRIPTION – Part retrospective application for the demolition of the existing workshop and the construction of a new workshop building for the storage of plant and vehicles associated with the existing demolition business and laying of new hardstanding
Location: 1, TURF LANE, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 7TT
The committee raised no objections but requested:
- A clear definition of the use of the land;
- A clear definition on what is meant by storage.
Additionally, the committee raised concerns on:
- Health and wellbeing of residents as per LPS Policy SC3;
- Hours of operation;
- Air quality;
- Adequate fencing around the land.
Application No: 18/6103M
Proposal: Construction of canopies over waste storage bays
Location: 72, Moss Lane, Macclesfield, SK11 7TT
As this application was not available on the Cheshire East planning webpages, the committee asked that the date for submitting comments is extended.
Application No: 18/6131M
Proposal: Variation of Condition 2 on 17/5127M – Replacement of 5 temporary classrooms with 4 new classrooms and a replacement nursery facility. Provision of an additional toilet block, extension to the existing hall, rework the existing car park to provide additional spaces and improvement to the front entrance with separate pedestrian/vehicle access
Location: Ivy Bank Primary School, VALLEY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 8PB
No objections.
Application No: 18/6162M
Proposal: New Cold Store
Location: Astrazeneca, Charter Way, Macclesfield, SK10 2NA
No objections.
Application No: 18/6175M
Proposal: Change of use of two pairs of semi-detached dwellings to two no. houses in multiple occupation (HMO)
Location: 199A – 199D, PETER STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8ES
RESOLVED:
i. That the committee objects to this application on the grounds of:
a. Loss of privacy to neighbouring properties;
b. Overdevelopment in the area;
c. The development is not in keeping with the area;
d. Insufficient parking provision for residents.
ii. That the committee requests Cllr Janet Jackson, in her capacity as a Cheshire East Councillor, will seek to call in the application at the CEC Northern Planning Committee.
In addition, the committee asked that serious consideration is given to the neighbours’ comments, and request that the Planning Officers make a site visit.
Application No: 18/6179M
Proposal: Variation of condition 2 & 4 on approval 18/4272M – Single storey rear and side extension.
Location: 105, OXFORD ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 8JG
RESOLVED: That the committee objects to this application on the grounds that the original conditions are adhered to.
Application No: 18/6235M
Proposal: Clear existing site and construct a single storey dwelling with three bedrooms,
Location: LAND AT, BLAKELOW GARDENS, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE
RESOLVED: That the committee objects to this application on the grounds of:
- Overdevelopment in the area;
- Deviation from the original planning application.
Additionally, the committee raised concerns that building works has started prior to permission being granted.
Application No: 18/6276M
Proposal: Demolition of single storey outbuilding and construction of new single storey extension to incorporate new ground floor level access shower and sanitary facilities
Location: 21, BOSTOCK ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8ST
No objections.
Application No: 18/6286M
Proposal: Single storey front extension and canopy roof
Location: 6, FARWOOD CLOSE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK10 3DS
No objections.
Application No: 18/6300M
Proposal: Redevelopment of the Site to provide 11 residential dwellings through the demolition of the former Hatton Street Works.
Location: CHESHIRE WINDOWS AND GLASS, ARMITT STREET, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 6SD
The committee raised no objections but raised concerns on the following:
- Insufficient parking for residents;
- Impact on Macclesfield services (e.g. GPs) and infrastructure;
Additionally, the committee insisted that the parking policy is strictly adhered to in relation to parking provision for new developments.
Application No: 18/6396M
Proposal: To alter the entrance to Quint offices, changing a large existing glazed opening to a pair of entrance doors (not altering the overall shape of the opening) and partially blocking-up the exiting single door entrance to form a window (To approximately match those adjacent).
Location: Oxford House, OXFORD ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8HS
No objections.
Application No: 18/6402M
Proposal: Two Storey Rear Extension
Location: 98, BOND STREET, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 6QR
No objections.
Application No: 19/0017M
Proposal: Amendment to planning permission ref: 18/0493M to allow for the acceptance and storage of dry, non hazardous skip and trade wastes within part of new consented building with retention of the consented garages and B1/B8 uses
Location: Moss Lane Garage Services, 150, MOSS LANE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 7XF
RESOLVED: The committee objects to this application on the grounds of:
- Detrimental Impact on amenity of neighbouring properties;
- Noise pollution;
- Air quality.
Additionally, the committee asked that the neighbours’ comments are taken into consideration.
Application No: 19/0020M
Proposal: Demolition of existing buildings and erection of dwelling
Location: 56, Blakelow Road, Macclesfield, SK11 7ED
No objections.
Application No: 19/0064M
Proposal: Proposed detached ancillary outbuilding
Location: 8, IVY LANE, MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE, SK11 8NR
No objections.
Application No: 19/0059M
Proposal: Replacement ground floor rear extension
Location: 23, Bittern Grove, Macclesfield, SK10 3QP
No objections.
Application No: 19/0076M
Proposal: Erection of single story side return extension to rear of terrace house. Flat roof timber cladding extending across entire rear of property at ground floor level
Location: 14 , High Street, Macclesfield, SK11 8BU
No objections.
Application No: 19/0082M
Proposal: Replacement detached garage with garden store and greenhouse
Location: 210, PRESTBURY ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 3HL
No objections.
Application No: 19/0086M
Proposal: Demolish existing garage and erection of rear/side ground floor extension to dwelling
Location: 39, DALESFORD CRESCENT, MACCLESFIELD, SK10 3LE
No objections.
Application No: 19/0130M
Proposal: Demolition of existing conservatory & chimney stacks; alterations; rear single storey extension; front extended eaves; front single storey additions: Window bays & new main entrance extension and fenestration. Note:- Subsequent to approval 18/0763M following re-design of approved design to achieve feasibility and affordability.
Location: 113, GAWSWORTH ROAD, MACCLESFIELD, SK11 8UQ
No objections.
5. Planning Policy Consultation Report
RESOLVED: That the report and its recommendations are considered at Full Council.
6. Correspondence
6.1 Macclesfield Civic Society – comments on recent applications
The correspondence was noted, and the Civic Society was thanked for their contributions
6.1 Macclesfield Civic Society – comments on LDOs
The correspondence was noted
7. Street Naming
7.1 New street off Moss Chase
RESOLVED: That Wightman Drive was suggested to the developer.
8. Traffic Regulations
8.1 Gunco Lane – proposed no waiting at any time
No objections
8.2 Lowe Street – proposed no waiting at any time
No objections but the committee asked that consideration is given to residents’ parking and the consequences to parking on neighbouring streets.
9. Community Infrastructure Levy
The report was noted.
10. Member Items
None
11. Date/Time and Place of Next Meeting
The next Planning Committee meeting will take place on 8th February 2019, in Macclesfield Town Hall (to be confirmed)
Meeting closed at 10.56am
Chair Cllr Gareth Jones Clerk Harriet Worrell