PL21/111 PRESENT

Councillors McCulloch, Gardiner, Gray, Lowe, and Morris.

B Allen (Planning and Facilities Officer)

 

PL21/112 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE

Apologies were received from Cllrs Dalzell (health), Houghton (personal business), and Robertson (business).

 

PL21/113 DECLARATIONS OF MEMBERS’ INTERESTS

Cllrs Morris declared a personal interest in application 22/1045T on the grounds of being friends with the applicant.

 

PL21/114 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

A representative for the South Knutsford Residents Group spoke in relation to application 22/0910M stating the group had noted the changes and the application complies with relevant policies of the Knutsford Neighbourhood Plan. The representative went on to note the resident group would not be objecting but suggested that commenting on the 87% increase in floor space should be considered.

A resident spoke in relation to application 22/0701M stating the application presents a sensible use of the space which will add to the attractiveness but the use of a canopy above the existing entrance is not necessary.

 

PL21/115 CONFIRMATION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES

It was RESOLVED to approve the minutes of the meeting held 4th April 2022.

 

PL21/116 PLANNING APPLICATIONS

It was RESOLVED to submit the comments detailed below.

Application

Ref

 Address Application Detail Town Council Comment
22/0910M

 

 Bramley, Legh Road Proposed extensions to dwelling and replacement garage (resubmission of 21/2807M) The council raises no objections, subject to neighbour comments and the Conservation Officer being completely satisfied the development is not detrimental to the Legh Road Conservation Area.
22/0950M

 

 13 Birch House, Lee Close Proposed first floor side extension + pitched roof over existing garage to include front porch roof The council raises no objections, subject to neighbour comments.
22/0504M

 

 168 Grove Park First floor front with single storey front extension, two/single storey rear extension and side alteration and extension The council raises no objections, subject to neighbour comments.
22/0824M

 

 57 Overfields Single storey extension to rear to form accessible facilities for disabled child The council raises no objections, subject to neighbour comments.
22/1097M

 

 5 Rockford Lodge Two storey rear extension and alterations The council raises no objections, subject to neighbour comments.
22/1099M

 

 17 Oakfield Avenue Proposed 2-storey Side + Single-storey Rear Extensions to provide additional living accommodation + Internal and External Alterations. The council raises no objections, subject to neighbour comments and the Planning Officer being satisfied the development will not be detrimental to the adjoining property or the relationships to the neighbouring properties on both sides.
22/0701M

 

 1 Malt Street Relocate existing shop front to northeast facade on the ground floor of existing building, re-purpose unused courtyard into outdoor seating area and alteration & associated works to internal layout of existing shop The council raises no objections.
22/0889M

 

 95 King Street Replacement of Existing Kitchen Extract Ductwork The council requests the following

·The applicant explores alternative options due to the exposed nature of the proposed extraction within the Town Centre Conservation Area

·  A suitably qualified professional confirms the system proposed is appropriate.

·  And, the Planning Officer considers a condition for the extraction unit to be suitably boxed in.

PL21/117 TREE WORKS APPLICATIONS

It was RESOLVED to submit the comments detailed below.

Application

Ref

 Address Application Detail Town Council Comment
 

22/1045T

 

  

 

21 St Johns Road

 Section 211 notice:

There is a large oak tree in the back garden of our property which has grown over the property boundaries There are also two smaller trees in the front garden (a cherry blossom and a magnolia) which have grown into proximity with our house and neighbouring properties. All three trees would benefit from trimming as they will cause damage to properties and are interfering with light

 The council raises no objections to the works subject to the Tree Officer being satisfied the works are appropriate.

Cllr Morris abstained from voting on this resolution.

PL21/118 PLANNING DECISIONS

The latest planning decisions were noted.

 

PL21/119 PLANNING ENFORCEMENT LOG

The planning enforcement log was noted. It was agreed to write to the planning officer of the Fernlea site to confirm the development building line follows the approved drawings.

PL21/120 OUTSTANDING MATTERS LOG

The outstanding matters log was noted.

 

PL21/121 DATE OF NEXT MEETING

The date of the next meeting was noted as Monday 25th April 2022 at 6pm.