Agenda and minutes

To approve as a correct record and sign the Minutes of the meeting held on 4 August 2014.

The Minutes (copies of which had been circulated) of the meeting held on 4 August 2014 were approved as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

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

The following interests were declared:-

Personal and Prejudicial Interests

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

No announcements were made.

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 submit questions to 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.

Three public questions were submitted relating to (i) proposed amendments to the Definitive Map and Statement for Stockport in respect of the footpath at Healdwood Road, Woodley; (ii) why the footway on Oxford Drive had only been partially resurfaced; and (iii) parking enforcement outside Werneth and Harrytown High Schools.

The question relating to parking enforcement outside Werneth and Harrytown High Schools was answered at the meeting.

RESOLVED – (1) That the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration be requested to submit a report to the next meeting of the Area Committee in relation to any proposed amendments to the Definitive Map and Statement for Stockport regarding the footpath at Healdwood Road, Woodley.

(2) That, in respect of the question relating to the footway on Oxford Drive, Woodley, in accordance with the Code of Practice, the Democratic Services Manager be requested to respond to the questioner in writing within seven days.

The Public Realm Inspector will attend the meeting to provide an update on matters raised at the last committee meetings. Councillors and Members of the public are invited to raise issues affecting local environmental quality.

Alan Whitfield (Public Realm Inspector) attended the meeting to report on current issues and to answer questions from Councillors and members of the public in relation to environmental and highways issues within the area represented by the Werneth Area Committee.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         The Council had investigated an incident of fly-tipping on Welkin Road, Bredbury from which evidence of the dumped material’s origin had been recovered.  The business was contacted and had provided details of the company which had been contracted to remove the material.

·         A further investigation into an incident of fly-tipping on land at Bredbury Green Civic Hall, off Agecroft Road, Bredbury was ongoing and evidence had been retrieved.

·         Clarification was requested on the phasing of the works associated with the grant made by central government in June 2014 for pothole repairs.

RESOLVED – That Alan Whitfield be thanked for his attendance.

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

Greave Primary School

To report on the receipt of a petition signed by 118 signatories requesting improvements to the traffic calming measures outside Greave Primary School (to include school flashing warning signs and road markings between the junction of Oxford Drive and the entrance to Greave Primary School) and for zebra crossings to be installed (i) inbetween the junction of Oxford Drive and the school entrance; and (ii) inbetween the Foresters Arms and the junction of Cowlishaw Brow.

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager reported on the receipt of a petition signed by 118 signatories requesting improvements to the traffic calming measures outside Greave Primary School, Woodley.

RESOLVED – That the petition be referred to the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration for investigation.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration

The report provides details of the proposed Town Centre Access Package and consultation process.

The Area Committee is recommended to comment on the on the individual schemes proposed as part of the package.

Officer Contact: Sue Stevenson on 0161 474 4351 or email: sue.stevenson@stockport.gov.uk

Sue Stevenson (Investing in Growth Manager, Stockport Council) attended the meeting to present a report providing details of the proposed ‘Town Centre Access Package’ and outlined the consultation process that would be followed.

The package of proposals that affected the area represented by the Werneth Area Committee included:-

·         The upgrade of a crossing on Stockport Road West to allow pedestrian and cycle use including footway widening to allow provision of off road cycle route between Osborne Street and Elm Tree Road, Bredbury.

·         A new pedestrian and cycle path proposed to link Vernon Park to Stockport Road West and an off-road route proposed along New Bridge Lane.

·         A new pedestrian and cycle path proposed in Woodbank Park linking the park to Dark Lane, Bredbury which would include a new pedestrian/ cycle river crossing over the River Goyt.

·         Surface improvements to the route between Dark Lane and Clapgate, Bredbury.

The following comments were made/ issues raised:-

·         The proposed cycleway on Stockport Road West consisted of two very short lengths of designated cycleway which did not contribute to a wider cycleway scheme and it was questioned whether this would provide any significant contribution to road safety or the ability of cyclists to effectively and safely negotiate this junction.

·         The proposed cycleway alongside the River Goyt would require significant earthworks to ensure that it provided a surface suitable for cycling in the light of the topography of that area and the cost and logistics associated with this would need to be closely evaluated.

·         Concern was expressed by the operators of Middle Farm, Bredbury as to the effect of the proposed new bridge and cycleway on the safe and efficient operation of their business.

·         It was commented that there was already a bridge crossing the River Goyt in this area which, with suitable amendments to the proposed cycleway route, could avoid the additional expense of constructing a further crossing.

RESOLVED – That the comments expressed by the Area Committee and members of the public be taken into consideration as part of the consultation on the Town Centre Access Package proposals.

To consider any applications for Area Flexibility Funding or to receive feedback from organisations who have received funding.

There were no applications to consider.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration.

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

Development applications were 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 and 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 Democratic Services Manager outlined the procedure approved by the Council for public speaking on planning applications.

One and Two Storey Side Extension.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission.

Officer contact: Michael Crossley on 0161 474 3549 or email: michael.crossley@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. 56123 for a one and two storey side extension at 1 Heys Farm Cottages, Romiley,

a member of the public spoke against the application; and

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

It was then

RESOLVED - That the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to undertake a site visit to assess the impact of the proposed development on the character of the area.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration.

The report details a proposal to resurface part of Barrack Hill Close, Bredbury.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the part resurfacing of Barrack Hill Close, Bredbury at a cost of £9,500 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Highway Maintenance and Traffic Management Delegated Budget.

Officer contact: Chris Pollitt on 0161 474 2419 or email: chris.pollitt@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) detailing a proposal to resurface part of Barrack Hill Close, Bredbury

RESOLVED - That approval be given to the part-resurfacing of Barrack Hill Close, Bredbury at an approximate cost of £9,500 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Highway Maintenance and Traffic Management Delegated Budget (Bredbury Green & Romiley ward allocation).

Detached dwelling.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission.

Officer contact: Mark Burgess on 0161 474 3659 or email: mark.burgess@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. 55625 for a detached dwelling at 1 Station Road, Woodley,

the applicant’s agent spoke in support of the application.

It was then

RESOLVED – That the Corporate Director for Place Management & Regeneration be authorised to determine the application subject to the applicant entering into an agreement with regards to the phasing of the highways works associated with the development such that no development shall take place until such a time that those works had been completed.

Proposed single storey side extension and two storey rear extension.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission.

Officer contact: Michael Crossley on 0161 474 3549 or email: michael.crossley@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. 55649 for a single storey side extension and two storey rear extension at Low Bank Cottage, Pinfold Lane, Romiley,

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

It was then

RESOLVED – That the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to grant planning permission.

Demolition of existing school buildings and erection of new three storey teaching block, replacement all-weather pitch with flood lighting, extension and refurbishment of Sports Hall and associated parking, landscaping, fencing, external lighting and hardsurfacing.

That the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to grant planning permission.

Officer contact: Mark Burgess on 0161 474 3659 or email: mark.burgess@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. 55772 for the demolition of existing school buildings and erection of new three storey teaching block, replacement all-weather pitch with flood lighting, extension and refurbishment of Sports Hall and associated parking, landscaping, fencing, external lighting and hardsurfacing at Werneth High School, Harrytown, Bredbury,

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

It was then

RESOLVED – That the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to grant planning permission.

To consider a report of the Deputy Chief Executive.

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 Werneth Area Committee area.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: Joy Morton on 0161 474 3217 or email: joy.morton@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Corporate Director for Place Management & Regeneration submitted a report of the Deputy Chief Executive (copies of which had been circulated) listing any outstanding or recently determined planning appeals and enforcements within the area represented by the Werneth Area Committee.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a joint report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration and the Deputy Chief Executive.

The report details a number of objections received to a proposed Traffic Regulation Order in respect of Prohibition of Waiting at Bankfield Road, Woodley.

The Area Committee is recommended to make the Order as advertised.

Officer contact: Graham Price on 0161 474 4893 or email: graham.price@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a joint report of the Corporate Director for Place Management and Regeneration and the Deputy Chief Executive (copies of which had been circulated) detailing a number of objections received to a proposed Traffic Regulation Order in respect of Prohibition of Waiting at Bankfield Road, Woodley

RESOLVED – That, nothwithstanding the objections received, the Order be made as advertised.

To consider a report of the Democratic Services Manager.

The report requests the Area Committee to nominate Councillors to lay wreaths at Remembrance Day Services at Bredbury War Memorial and Romiley War Memorial on 10 November 2013.

The Area Committee is requested to nominate Councillors.

Officer contact: Damian Eaton on 474 3207 or email: damian.eaton@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) requesting the Area Committee to appoint Councillors to lay wreaths at Remembrance Day Services at Bredbury War Memorial and Romiley War Memorial on Sunday, 9 November 2014.

RESOLVED – That the following Councillors be appointed to lay wreaths on Sunday, 9 November 2014:-

This item has been placed on the agenda at the request of Councillor Syd Lloyd.

The Chair report that this item had been placed on the agenda at the request of Councillor Lloyd.

Councillor Lloyd reported that there had recently been a road traffic accident involving a pupil from Harrytown Catholic High School and that the school had requested the Council to consider additional measures to reduce the speed of traffic in the vicinity of the school.

RESOLVED – That the Corporate Director for Place Management & Regeneration be requested to convene a meeting with the Bredbury Green & Romiley ward spokespersons to discuss potential solutions to the problems being experienced on Harrytown and Bredbury Green, Bredbury.

There are currently no vacancies to consider.

The Democratic Services Manager submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) of the Corporate Director for People requesting the Area Committee to provide nominations for governor vacancies at Greave Primary School and Harrytown Catholic High School.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Democratic Services Manager.

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: Damian Eaton on 0161 474 3207 or email: damian.eaton@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Democratic Services Manager 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 budget.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.