Agenda and minutes

To approve as a correct record and sign the Minutes of the meeting held on 28 November 2022.

The Minutes (copies of which had been circulated) of the meeting held on 28 November 2022 were approved as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

Councillors and officers were invited to declare any interests they had in any of the items on the agenda for the meeting.

No declarations of interest were made.

To receive any announcements from the Chair about local community events or issues.

The Chair wished all present a happy New Year. The Chair, on behalf of the Committee thanked all the Heatons and Reddish community groups for their support in helping residents celebrate the Christmas period in a number of different ways.

Councillors and members of the public are invited to raise ‘Neighbourhood Policing’ issues with the local Neighbourhood Policing Team.

It was reported that the Neighbourhood Police Sergeant Daniel Jones (Greater Manchester Police) was unable to attend the meeting, but welcomed any neighbourhood policing questions or issues to be raised.

The Chair informed the Committee that Sergeant Daniel Jones would be attending the next meeting in March 2023 and would respond accordingly.

Members of the public are invited to put questions to the Chair of the Area Committee on any matters within the powers and duties of the Area Committee, subject to the exclusions set out in the Code of Practice (Questions must be submitted prior to the commencement of the meeting on the cards provided. These are available the meeting.  You can also submit via the Council’s website at www.stockport.gov.uk/publicquestions.

Members of the public were invited to put questions to the Chair on any matters in the powers or duties of the Area Committee, subject to the exclusions set out within the Code of Practice.

One public question was submitted where the questioner was not in attendance at the meeting and in accordance with the Code of Practice, the Chief Executive was requested to respond to the questioner in writing.

To receive petitions from members of the public and community groups.

No petitions were submitted.

In accordance with the Code of Practice no organisation has indicated that they wished to address the Area Committee as part of the Open Forum arrangements.

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance (Monitoring Officer) reported that no organisations had indicated that they wished to address the Area Committee as part of the Open Forum arrangements.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from the Friends of Heaton Moor Park for a grant of £757 (£500 from the Heatons North and £257 from the Heatons South ward allocations) towards the cost of grounds maintenance equipment.

A representative of the Friends of Heaton Moor Park attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of grounds maintenance equipment.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application received from the Friends of Heaton Moor Park for a grant of £757 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£500 from Heatons North and £257 from Heatons South ward allocations) towards the cost of grounds maintenance equipment.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Bee Sober CIC for a grant of £244.40 (£47.00 from Heatons North, £56.40 from Heatons South, £70.50 from Reddish North and £70.50 from Reddish South wards allocation) towards the cost of organising walk and talk events, supplying refreshments, and the printing of leaflets and posters to increase awareness to support those in recovery.

(NOTE: This item had been deferred from the last meeting of the Area Committee pending the attendance of the applicant).

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance (Monitoring Officer) submitted an application received on behalf of Bee Sober CIC for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of organising walk and talk events, supplying refreshments, and the printing of leaflets and posters to increase awareness to support those in recovery.

RESOLVED – That consideration of this item be deferred until the next meeting of the Area Committee at which the applicant could attend or alternatively, additional information be circulated.

To consider a report of the Deputy Chief Executive.

The following development applications will be considered by the Area Committee:-

A development application was submitted.

(NOTE: Full details of the decisions including conditions and reasons for granting or refusing planning permission and imposing conditions are given in the schedule of plans. The Corporate Director for Place Management & Regeneration is authorised to determine conditions and reasons and they are not therefore referred to in committee minutes unless the committee makes a specific decision on a condition or reason. In order to reduce printing costs and preserve natural resources, the schedule of plans is not reproduced within these minutes. A copy of the schedule of plans is available on the council’s website at www.stockport.gov.uk/planningdecisions. Copies of the schedule of plans, or any part thereof, may be obtained from the Place Directorate upon payment of the Council’s reasonable charges).

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance (Monitoring Officer) outlined the procedure for public speaking on planning applications.

Conversion and extension of existing dwelling into five apartments with associated parking and landscaping.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission subject to conditions and the applicant entering into a Section 106 agreement in relation to the provision and maintenance of formal recreation and children’s play space and facilities.

Officer Contact: Jeni Regan on 0161 474 3531 or email: jeni.regan@stockport.gov.uk.

In respect of plan no. DC/085842 for a conversion and extension of existing dwelling into five apartments with associated parking and landscaping at 17 Victoria Grove, Heaton Chapel,

a representative of the applicant spoke in support of the application.

It was then

RESOLVED - That planning permission be granted.

To consider a report of the Assistant Director – Legal and Democratic Governance.

The report summarises recent appeal decisions; lists current planning appeals and dates for local enquiries; informal hearings for planning appeals, and enforcement action within the Heatons and Reddish Area Committee area.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: Vicki Bates on 0161 474 3219, vicki.bates@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance (Monitoring Officer) submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) summarising recent appeal decisions; listing current planning appeals and dates for local enquiries; informal hearings for planning appeals, and enforcement action within the Heatons and Reddish area.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details a proposal to approve permanent measures relating to the Active Neighbourhood scheme in the Heatons.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Highways, Parks and Leisure Services gives approval to the legal advertisement of the package of traffic regulation orders and associated measures detailed in Appendix A of the report, and subject to the receipt of no objections within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders to be funded from the Active Neighbourhoods programme.

Officer contact: Nick Whelan on 0161 474 4907 or email: nick.whelan@stockport.gov.uk.

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) detailing a proposal to approve permanent measures relating to the Active Neighbourhood scheme in the Heatons.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         Members welcomed the introduction of the one way system on Ash Grove.

·         It was noted that no objections to the speed calming measures had been received from the public.

·         Concern was raised that there was not enough funding to deliver everything from the trial and the issue of problem drivers may still remain despite the new 20 MPH limits put in place.

RESOLVED – That the Cabinet Member for Highways, Parks and Leisure Services be recommended to give approval to the legal advertisement of the package of Traffic Regulation Orders and associated measures detailed in Appendix A of the report, and subject to the receipt of no objections within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders to be funded from the Active Neighbourhoods programme.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details the findings of a consultation on proposals to introduce a residents permit parking scheme on David Street, Reddish; and to seek approval for the advertising/introduction of a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) to that effect.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the legal advertising of the following traffic regulation order and, subject to the receipt of no objections, the subsequent making of the orders:-

Proposed (TRO), Residents permit holders parking only at all times

David Street, Reddish 

South side - From its interception with the east kerb line of Bedford Street in an easterly direction to its cul-de-sac end at the emergency entrance to St. Joseph’s Primary School.

North side – From its interception with the east kerb line of the unadopted/private street in an easterly direction to its cul-de-sac end at the emergency entrance to St. Joseph’s Primary School.

Officer contact: Noel Nhengu by email on noel.nhengu@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) detailing the findings of a consultation on proposals to introduce a residents permit parking scheme on David Street, Reddish and seeking approval for the advertising/introduction of a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) to that effect.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         It was noted that the scheme had received a lot of support and residents had been in contact with Members to express this support.

·         It was queried, if there were no objections, what was the envisaged timescale for the residents permit parking scheme to be introduced.

·         In response it was confirmed three months.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the legal advertising of the following Traffic Regulation Order and, subject to the receipt of no objections within 21 days of the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the order:-

Proposed (TRO), Residents permit holders parking only at all times

David Street, Reddish

South side - From its interception with the east kerb line of Bedford Street in an easterly direction to its cul-de-sac end at the emergency entrance to St. Joseph’s Primary School.

North side – From its interception with the east kerb line of the unadopted/private street in an easterly direction to its cul-de-sac end at the emergency entrance to St. Joseph’s Primary School.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details the findings of a consultation exercise for the Road Safety around Schools scheme around All Saints Church of England Primary School and to seek approval for the introduction of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) and associated signage; implementation of dropped kerbs with tactile paving; provision of bollards and new school warning signs.

The Area Committee is recommended to given approval to the legal advertisement of the traffic regulation orders detailed in Appendix A to the report and, subject to the receipt of no objections within 21 days of the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders and associated signage; implementation of dropped kerbs with tactile paving; provision of bollards and new school warning signs to be funded form the Road Safety Around Schools Programme budget.

Officer contact: Caroline Aylmer-Shanks on 0161-474-4840 or email: c.aylmer-shanks@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) detailing the findings of a consultation exercise for the Road Safety around Schools scheme around All Saints Church of England Primary School and seeking approval for the introduction of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) and associated signage; implementation of dropped kerbs with tactile paving; provision of bollards and new school warning signs.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         Members expressed support for the measures and commented that they had received complaints about traffic in the area prior to the measures being proposed.

·         It was queried when the new crossing on Manchester Road would be operational.

·         Clarification was sought on what measures were in place to address the issue of motorists who were in violation of the measures and if the police would be involved to monitor the orders.

·         In response it was confirmed that enforcement officers visit every school six times per year which was twice per term. However, if there was a particular issue, they would visit to monitor the orders more frequently. In relation to any moving orders, this was a police matter which the police traffic officers would deal with. It was reported that the service delivered Road Safety training within the schools and tried to encourage walking and cycling where possible.

·         It was noted that the Traffic Regulation Order on Churchill Street introduce no loading areas which enabled enforcement officers to issue immediate fines where the order was contravened.

·         It was commented that there was a need to balance the measures with the parking needs of residents.

·         Members commented on the importance of road safety at schools for the safety of children.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the legal advertisement of the following Traffic Regulation Orders and, subject to the receipt of no objections within 21 days of the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders and associated signage; implementation of dropped kerbs with tactile paving; provision of bollards and new school warning signs to be funded form the Road Safety Around Schools Programme budget:-

NO WAITING AT ANY TIME

Extent Lloyd Street (Eastern Side)

From a point 18m north of the intersection of the northern kerbline of Colin Road to a point 8m south of the intersection of the southern kerbline of Colin Road.

Colin Road (Both Sides)

From the intersection of the eastern kerbline of Lloyd Street for a distance of 8m in an easterly direction.

Lloyd Street (Eastern Side)

From a point 4m north of the intersection of the northern kerbline of Bardsley Street to a point 6m south of the intersection of the southern kerbline of Bardsley Street.

Bardsley Street (Northern Side)

From the intersection of the eastern kerbline of Lloyd Street for a distance of 13.5m in an easterly direction.

Bardsley Street (Northern Side)

From the intersection of the eastern kerbline of Lloyd Street for a distance of 15m in an easterly direction.

Lloyd Street (Eastern Side)

From a point 6m north of the intersection of the northern kerbline of Samuel Street to a point 6m south of the intersection of the southern kerbline of Samuel Street.

Samuel Street (Both Sides)

From the intersection of the eastern kerbline of Lloyd Street for a distance of 13.5m in an easterly direction.

Lloyd Street (Eastern Side)

From a point 2.5m north of the intersection of the northern kerbline of Samuel Street to a point 6m south of the intersection of the southern kerbline of Samuel Street.

Farmer Street (Both Sides)

From the intersection of the eastern kerbline of Lloyd Street for a distance of 6m in an easterly direction.

NO WAITING AND NO LOADING MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8AM – 5PM

Churchill Street

From a point 1m north of the projected intersection of the northern building line of number 66 on the eastern kerbline, around the turning head to a point 6.5m south of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 10.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details the locations of council-owned parking spaces within the Heatons North, Heatons South, Reddish North and Reddish South wards where it is planned to install Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure.

The Area Committee is recommended to comment on and note the report.

Officer contact: Mark Glynn on 0161 474 3700 or email: mark.glynn@stockport.gov.uk or Sue Stevenson on 0161 474 4351 or email: sue.stevenson@stockport.gov.uk.

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) detailing the locations of council-owned parking spaces within the Heatons North, Heatons South, Reddish North and Reddish South wards where it was planned to install Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         It was queried how enforcement would work to prevent non electric vehicles using the electric vehicle charging spaces.

·         In response it was confirmed that there was a blanket order on the carparks which would cover the charging points in the same way as the disabled bays. It was reported that any car found to be using the charging bays that were either not charging their car or a non electric vehicle would receive a ticket.

·         Supported the locations proposed.

·         It was noted that supply and demand of the electric vehicle charging spaces would need to be managed and residents consulted.

·         Members welcomed the use of the charging points and commented that they would like to see more, however voiced concern over how widely available they were to all residents across the borough.

·         Welcomed the Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure being extended beyond the town centre.

·         It was queried whether there would be a time limit imposed on how long one vehicle could use a charging bay.

·         In response it was confirmed that there would be a time limit imposed and the service was currently investigating the length of time it took for a car to charge which would inform the decision.

·         It was queried whether it would be possible to impose a penalty for a car that left their vehicle charging bay once the vehicle was fully charged.

·         It was requested that information be provided in relation to the existing policy around time limits within car parks and considerations be given to the options of enforcing a time limit particularly around the electric vehicle charging bays.

·         It was commented that whilst public sector car parks were central to providing the electrical vehicle charging infrastructure within the borough, private business’ needed to be encouraged to offer their own charging points.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report provides an overview of the proposed implementation of Speed Indicators Devices (SID’s) in the Heatons & Reddish Area.

The Area Committee is recommended to support the SID programme and for the Highway Ward Spokespersons for each ward to be authorised to submit four potential locations where they would like the SIDs to be installed.

Officer Contact: Adam Meadowcroft on 07800 618 430 or email: adam.meadowcroft@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) detailing the proposed implementation of Speed Indicators Devices (SIDs) in the Heatons & Reddish Area.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         It was proposed that two of the locations for Reddish North ward be Longford Road West and Station Road, with the third location to be determined after May.

·         It was queried whether the SIDs captured vehicle registration information where the driver was exceeding the speed limit.

·         In response it was reported that the SIDs display the speed that the vehicle was travelling. It was stated that where a driver was excessively exceeding the speed limit the SID would not display the speed captured as the service did not want to encourage speeding. The SID also provided data in relation to the number of vehicles using the road, the speed they were travelling and the time that the vehicle passed the device used to inform decisions around the area which could be used to improve the issue. 

·         It was queried why the devices were unable to capture the vehicle registration data where the driver was exceeding the speed limit.

·         In response it was stated that the purpose of the device was to encourage responsible driving and for individuals to slow down their speed, not for enforcement purposes as this was a police issue. 

·         It was queried whether the SID would provide proof of a speeding problem required to access additional funding.

·         In response it was confirmed that the difference between the Automated Traffic Counts and the SIDs was that the SIDs were able to detect more accurate and reliable data such as the type of vehicle and direction that it was travelling.

·         It was suggested that the turnaround be shortened to two weeks in order to maximise the use of the device.

·         Welcomed the flexibility of the devices.

·         It was requested that officers provide Members with information around where speed strips could be placed to assist and inform Members decisions around where the SIDs should be placed.

·         It was queried whether the data provided by the SIDs was linked to greater enforcement action from the police where a speeding issue in the area had been identified.

RESOLVED – That the Director of Place Management be authorised to determine the locations for the installation of mobile speed indicator devices within the Heatons North, Heatons South, Reddish North and Reddish South wards (four locations per ward) following consultation with the Highway Ward Spokespersons.

To consider a report of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance.

The report provides an update on progress since the last meeting on decisions taken by the Area Committee and details the current position on area flexibility funding. The report also includes the current position on the highway and traffic management delegated budget.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: Charles Yankiah on 0161 474 3206 or email: charles.yankiah@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance (Monitoring Officer) submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) updating the Area Committee on progress on decisions taken by the Area Committee since the last meeting and the current position on the Area Flexibility and the Delegated budget.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.