To receive apologies for absence.

Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Roger Hughes and Paul Wynn.

To confirm the Minutes of the meeting of the North Planning Committee held on 6^th September 2016, attached, marked 2.

Contact:          Emily Marshall on 01743 257717

RESOLVED:

That the Minutes of the meeting of the North Planning Committee held on 6^th September 2016 be approved as a correct record and signed by the Chairman.

To receive any public questions or petitions from the public, notice of which has been given in accordance with Procedure Rule 14.  The deadline for this meeting is 29^th September 2016.

There were no public questions or petitions received.

Members are reminded that they must not participate in the discussion or voting on any matter in which they have a Disclosable Pecuniary Interest and should leave the room prior to the commencement of the debate.

Members were reminded that they must not participate in the discussion or voting on any matter in which they had a Disclosable Pecuniary Interest and should leave the room prior to the commencement of the debate.

Councillor John Cadwallader declared his interest in relation to planning applications 16/01821/FUL, Land at O.S. 7882 and 7968, Adderley Road, Market Drayton and 16/01822/OUT, Land at O.S. 7882 and 7968, Adderley Road, Market Drayton, due to a perception of bias. Councillor Cadwallader stated that he would make a statement and then withdraw from the meeting.

Erection of two agricultural buildings, feed bins and hardstanding for pig rearing enterprise to include new highway access.

The Technical Specialist Planning Officer introduced the application for the erection of two agricultural buildings, feed bins and hardstanding for a pig rearing enterprise to include new highway access and confirmed that the Committee had undertaken a site visit that morning to assess the impact of the proposed development on neighbouring properties and the surrounding area. Members’ attention was drawn to the information contained within the Schedule of Additional letters.

Mr Hugh Lufton, on behalf of local residents spoke against the proposal in accordance with Shropshire Council’s Scheme for Public Speaking at Planning Committees.

Councillor Roy Tydeman, on behalf of Adderley Parish Council spoke against the proposal in accordance with Shropshire Council’s Scheme for Public Speaking at Planning Committees.

The Chairman read out a statement from the Local Ward Councillor, Councillor Paul Wynn, who was unable to attend the meeting.

Mr Tom Stockings, local resident spoke in support of the proposal in accordance with Shropshire Council’s Scheme for Public Speaking at Planning Committees.          

Mr Ben Wharfe, Agent on behalf of the applicant spoke in support of the proposal in accordance with Shropshire Council’s Scheme for Public Speaking at Planning Committees.

Mr Mark Wootton, Area Highways Development Control Manager (North) stated that the proposed access met the required standard for visibility splays in both the north and south direction and the removal of the hedgerow would improve the visibility further. He added that a vehicle, when turning into the site was visible to other vehicles and there was no reason to refuse the application on highway grounds.

Councillor John Cadwallader addressed the Committee and then left the room in accordance with his declaration of interest at minute 39. During his statement a number of points were raised including the following:

·         The removal of the hedgerow would have a severe visual impact on the area;

·         The soil in the area was clay and produced a large run off;

·         The land was low lying and prone to flooding;

·         The newt survey was not accessible on the website;

·         Questioned why deliveries were permitted until 11pm: and

·         He stated that there had been a number of accidents on this road and questioned when the traffic survey was undertaken.

In response to queries raised by Councillor John Cadwallader it was confirmed that the drainage issues were addressed by Condition 8 and no issues had been raised following the newt survey. It was added that Public Protection had confirmed that up to11pm was a suitable time to for deliveries and the traffic survey took place during the week commencing Monday 14^th December 2015.

In response to questions from Members, the Public Protection Officer (Professional) explained that any odour would be well below any impact level and it was confirmed by the Technical Specialist Planning Officer that the Landscaping as detailed at Condition 9 would be completed prior to occupancy.

Having considered the submitted plans and listened to the comments made by all of the speakers, Members unanimously expressed their support for the proposal but felt that  ...  view the full minutes text for item 40.

Outline planning permission for a temporary agricultural workers dwelling with all matters reserved (Amended Description).

The Technical Specialist Planning Officer introduced the outline application for a temporary agricultural workers dwelling with all matters reserved and confirmed that the Committee had undertaken a site visit that morning to assess the impact of the proposed development on neighbouring properties and the surrounding area.

Councillor John Cadwallader addressed the Committee and then left the room in accordance with his declaration of interest at minute 39. During his statement a number of points were raised including the following:

·         The date of the temporary permission should run from the opening of the pig rearing enterprise;

·         The hedgerow should be protected; and

·         Condition 11 should be limited to a person working at the enterprise.

The Technical Specialist Planning Officer confirmed that protection of the hedgerow was included within Condition 7 and it was noted that the timescale of the temporary permission should allow the opportunity for the enterprise to be viable. 

Having considered the submitted plans and listened to the comments made by all of the speakers, Members unanimously expressed their support for the proposal but felt that delegated authority should be given to the Head of Planning to finalise the wording of Condition 1 in relation the occupancy and removal of the dwelling should the business fail.

RESOLVED:

That delegated authority be given to the Head of Planning Services to grant planning permission subject to:

• The conditions set out in Appendix 1; and

•The rewording of Condition 1 to state the timescale in relation to occupancy and removal of the dwelling.

RESOLVED:

That the Schedule of Appeals and Appeal Decisions for the Northern area as at 4^th October 2016 be noted.

To note that the next meeting of the North Planning Committee will be held at

2.00 pm on Tuesday 1^st November 2016 in the Shrewsbury Room, Shirehall, Shrewsbury.

RESOLVED:

It was noted that the next meeting of the North Planning Committee would be held at 2.00 p.m. on Tuesday 1^st November 2016, in the Shrewsbury/Oswestry Room, Shirehall, Shrewsbury.