Issue - meetings

Proposal Description: Item 9: (Retrospective & Updated Description) For the erection of Stable block containing 6 stables, tack room and small hay barn. 

The application was introduced. Members were referred to the Update Sheet which set out in full details of amended plans submitted by the applicant on 10 April 2024 and a revision to the wording of Condition 1 to reflect the amended plan.

During public participation, David Le Riche spoke in objection to the application and Paula Johnston spoke in support of the application and answered Members’ questions thereon.

Councillor Cook spoke as Ward Member. In summary, Councillor Cook raised the following points:

·       Not a supporter of retrospective planning applications. However, on this occasion, although not an easy decision, she wished to speak in support of the application.

·       Made reference to one particular objection on the planning portal making excellent reference to the policies of the local plan. Emphasised that the parking of a kebab van had been subject to the concerns of residents and it was suggested the area should only be for parking of visiting owners of their horses and conveyancing boxes, caravans or other cars.

·       Visited the application site twice and referenced comments made regarding other livery yards down the track which did not form part of this application.

·       Colden Common Parish Council had raised no objection or comment to the application.

·       The application was a modest one storey high stable block. 35 native trees had been planted, with a further 20 to be planted in due course.

·       Considered that a Biodiversity Net Gain report should have been submitted in this respect.

The Committee proceeded to ask questions and debate the application.

RESOLVED:

The committee agreed to grant permission for the reasons and subject to the conditions and informatives set out in the Report and the Update Sheet.