Agenda and minutes

To approve as a correct record and sign the Minutes of the meeting held on 27 January 2022.

The Minutes (copies of which had been circulated) of the meeting held on 27 January 2022 were approved as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

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

The following interests were declared:-

Personal Interest

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

No announcements were made.

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

Sergeant Matt Delaney (Greater Manchester Police) attended the meeting to answer questions from Councillors and members of the public in relation to Neighbourhood Policing issues within the area represented by the Bramhall & Cheadle Hulme South Area Committee.

The following comments were made/issues raised:-

·         Members requested that speeding be focused on further in Cheadle Hulme and Bramhall as this was often the focus of local residents. In response, it was commented that the local policing team were focusing on this and working on projects, such as speed-gun training for residents, that would help to tackle this issue.

·         Members commented that camera vans to tackle speeding had been effective previously when used on roads such as Ack Lane, and requested that the use of such vehicles was bid for by the local police team whenever possible.

·         Members welcomed the news that 8 Special Constables had been appointed to support the local neighbourhood policing team.

·         The issue of parking on double-yellow lines and road crossings in the centre of Bramhall was raised. While Members noted that this was an issue for the Council’s parking enforcement officers, it was requested that the local policing team helped to educate any road-users who engaged in such behaviours.

·         Members requested that an event be held, as had been done previously, where members of the public could install anti-theft vehicle number plate screws in order to tackle a recent increase in the theft of number plates.

RESOLVED – That Sergeant Matt Delaney be thanked for his attendance.

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 Chair of the Area Committee on any matters within the powers and duties of the Area Committee.

Four public questions were submitted as follows:-

·      Relating to the TRO proposals for Kew Drive, and whether Councillors would consider an FOI document relating to the ambiguity of the current TRO (Traffic Regulation Order) prior to making a final decision on any related proposals.

In response it was commented that members were always happy to receive and consider any additional information that is brought to their attention on any item. It was noted that should the proposals under Item 9 on the agenda for the meeting (Minute Item 5) be approved, there would be no change to the existing TRO on Kew Drive.

·         Relating to the TRO proposals for Kew Drive, and whether there was a reason that residents’ queries and concerns had not yet been addressed.

In response, members expressed their support for the residents of Kew Drive, and noted that they were aware of the issues and the strong feeling of the local residents. However, it was noted that it had been difficult to reach a satisfactory solution to the problem, given the concern that a solution on Kew Drive may simply move parking issues on to surrounding roads.

·      Relating to the TRO proposals for Kew Drive, and whether Members would commit to seeing residents’ photos of the local road safety issues prior to making a final decision on any related proposals.

In response it was reiterated that members were happy to receive and consider any additional information that is brought to their attention by local residents in relation to this issue.

·         Relating to the TRO proposals for Kew Drive, and whether members would consider pausing making any decision today, in order to consider other options for the road.

In response, it was commented that members did not wish to pre-empt any discussion or decision on Item 9 on the agenda (Minute Item 5), however expressed support for the consideration of further options for Kew Drive, to ensure that a satisfactory solution could be reached for local residents.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details a number of objections to proposed Traffic Regulation Orders for Conway Road, Henley Avenue, Kew Drive, Ruthin Avenue, Rhos Avenue, Mostyn Avenue, Bray Close, Llanberis Road, Brecon Avenue and Turves Road, Stockport, and sets out the response of officers to the issues raised in the objections.

The Area Committee is recommended to approve the Order as advertised subject to the proposed amendment set out in the report to retain the existing Traffic Regulation Order on Kew Drive.

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 a number of objections to proposed Traffic Regulation Orders (TRO) for Conway Road, Henley Avenue, Kew Drive, Ruthin Avenue, Rhos Avenue, Mostyn Avenue, Bray Close, Llanberis Road, Brecon Avenue and Turves Road, Stockport, and sets out the response of officers to the issues raised in the objections.

The following comments were made/issues raised:-

·         Members sought clarity on whether the proposals would impact on the current TRO imposed on Kew Drive. In response, it was stated that the proposed changes to the TRO had been removed from the amended report and, as such, no changes would be made to the TRO on Kew Drive.

·         In light of residents’ concerns in relation to the imposition of further measures, it was suggested that this item should be deferred pending the submission of further evidence in relation to parking from local residents, so that the information provided could be considered in a public forum at the next meeting of the Area Committee.

RESOLVED – That consideration of this item be deferred until the next meeting of the Area Committee, pending the submission of further information from local residents relating to parking issues in their areas.

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 Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and 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 Stockport Samaritans for a grant of £1,050 (£150 from this Area Committee) towards the cost of sponsoring two spectator-facing banners on Stockport County’s Edgeley Park grounds for the 2022-23 season in order to raise awareness of the Samaritans suicide prevention work.

A representative of the Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and Monitoring Officer) submitted an application received on behalf of Samaritans of Stockport for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of sponsoring two spectator-facing banners on Stockport County’s Edgeley Park grounds for the 2022-23 season in order to raise awareness of the Samaritans suicide prevention work.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Samaritans of Stockport & District for a grant of £150 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£50 from each ward allocation) towards the cost of sponsoring two spectator-facing banners on Stockport County’s Edgeley Park grounds for the 2022-23 season in order to raise awareness of the Samaritans suicide prevention work.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from I Love Communities Ltd for a grant of £1,500 (£500 from each ward allocation) towards the cost of  Paws and Play which is a dog show in the heart of Bramhall that attracts around 5,000 people (and dogs) from the local area.

Representatives of I Love Communities Ltd attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of Paws and Play which is a dog show in the heart of Bramhall that attracts around 5,000 people (and dogs) from the local area.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from I Love Communities Ltd for a grant of £1,100 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£500 each from Bramhall North and Bramhall South & Woodford ward allocations, £100 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocation) towards the cost of Paws and Play which is a dog show in the heart of Bramhall that attracts around 5,000 people (and dogs) from the local area.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Bramhall North 75 Junior Football Club for a grant of £1,000 (from Bramhall North ward allocation only) towards the cost of a charity event with the Manchester United Foundation called 10XTEN where our junior members will walk or jog 10 laps of Old Trafford Stadium. The Foundation will distribute 50% of the funds raised to Marcus Rashford’s Charity and 50% to Bramhall North 75. The aim is to purchase mobile defibrillators for as many of our teams as possible prioritising teams that do not have access to one at their home pitch.

Representatives of Bramhall North 75 Junior Football Club attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of a charity event with the Manchester United Foundation called 10XTEN where junior members would walk or jog 10 laps of Old Trafford Stadium. The Foundation would distribute 50% of the funds raised to Marcus Rashford’s Charity and 50% to Bramhall North 75. The aim was to purchase mobile defibrillators for as many of our teams as possible, prioritising teams that do not have access to one at their home pitch.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Bramhall North 75 Junior Football Club for a grant of £1,000 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (Bramhall North ward allocation) towards the cost of a charity event with the Manchester United Foundation called 10XTEN where junior members would walk or jog 10 laps of Old Trafford Stadium. The Foundation would distribute 50% of the funds raised to Marcus Rashford’s Charity and 50% to Bramhall North 75. The aim was to purchase mobile defibrillators for as many of our teams as possible prioritising teams that do not have access to one at their home pitch.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Help the Hatters for a grant of £1,000 (£142.83 from this Area Committee) towards the cost of a discounted ticketing scheme to provide discounted Stockport County tickets to disadvantaged children within the community.

A representative of the Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and Monitoring Officer) submitted an application received on behalf of Help the Hatters for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of a discounted ticketing scheme to provide discounted Stockport County tickets to disadvantaged children within the community.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Help the Hatters for a grant of £142.83 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£47.61 from each ward allocation) towards the cost of a discounted ticketing scheme to provide discounted Stockport County tickets to disadvantaged children within the community.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from the Chester’s Croft Residents Association for a grant of £500 (£250 each from Bramhall South & Woodford and Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of procuring and installing a defibrillator at the Chester’s Croft residential park home site.

Representatives of Chester’s Croft Residents Association attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant from the Ward Flexibility Budget towards the cost of procuring and installing a defibrillator at the Chester’s Croft residential park home site.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Chester Croft’s Residents Association for a grant of £500 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£250 each from Bramhall South & Woodford and Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of procuring and installing a defibrillator at the Chester’s Croft residential park home site.

To consider a report of the Corporate Director (Place) & Deputy Chief Executive.

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 & 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 Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and Monitoring Officer) outlined the procedure for public speaking on planning applications.

Erection of new entrance gates and boundary treatment.

The Area Committee is recommended to refuse planning permission.

Officer contact: Mark Shaw on 07929 869540 or email: Mark.shaw@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC082370 for the erection of new entrance gates and boundary treatment at Dower House, Bramhall,

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

It was then

RESOLVED – That planning permission be granted.

Reserved matters application for the "C2 extra care unit" approved by hybrid permission DC053832, for construction of a 3-storey building containing 87 no. 1 and 2-bedroom extra care apartments, communal facilities and staff facilities; construction of 17 no. 2-bedroom extra care bungalows; and associated landscaping, parking and external enclosures.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee grants planning permission subject to conditions.

Officer contact: Jane Chase on 0161 474 3550 or email: jane.chase@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC082050 for reserved matters application for the "C2 extra care unit" approved by hybrid permission DC053832, for construction of a 3-storey building containing 87 no. 1 and 2-bedroom extra care apartments, communal facilities and staff facilities; construction of 17 no. 2-bedroom extra care bungalows; and associated landscaping, parking and external enclosures at Woodford Aerodrome, Woodford,

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.

Side and front extension, side and rear extension, front extension and external alterations.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee grants planning permission subject to conditions.

Officer contact: Sophie Anderson on 0161 474 3295 or email: sophie.anderson@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC083335 for side and front extension, side and rear extension, front extension and external alterations at 14 Jenny Lane, Woodford, it was

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

To consider a report of the Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and Monitoring Officer).

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 Bramhall & Cheadle Hulme South Area Committee area.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

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

A representative of the Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and 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 Bramhall & Cheadle Hulme South Area.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

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 Bradshaw Hall Primary School and to seek approval for the introduction of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) and associated signage; and implementation of dropped kerbs with tactile paving.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the legal advertising of the Traffic Regulation Orders as set out in Appendix A (and shown on Drawing No. 0305/BHS/005), 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 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 Bradshaw Hall Primary School and to seek approval for the introduction of Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) and associated signage; and implementation of dropped kerbs with tactile paving.

Members noted that two separate schemes of work were ongoing in relation to road safety in this area, and that it would have been useful for these two pieces of work to be combined. Nevertheless, Members were happy to support the proposals.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the legal advertising of the Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) as set out in Appendix A to the report (and shown on drawing No. 0305/BHS/005), and subject to the receipt of no objections within 21 days from the advertisement date, the subsequent making of the orders and associated signage; and implementation of dropped kerbs with tactile paving, to be funded from the Road Safety Around Schools Programme Budget.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details a proposal to the install new signage in relation to Bramall Hall as detailed in the attached drawings.

The Area Committee is recommended to give approval to the proposed signage to be supplied and installed at a cost of £3100 (£1550 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Bramhall North Ward Allocation) with the remainder of the balance to be funded by Bramall Hall).

Officer Contact: Nicola Ryan on 0161 474 4409 or email: nicola.ryan@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and Monitoring Officer) submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing a proposal to the install new signage in relation to Bramall Hall as detailed in the drawings attached to the report.

Members noted that the proposals had been outstanding for a number of years and delayed due to the pandemic and a subsequent decrease in road traffic around Bramall Hall. Members were happy to support the proposals following this delay.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the supply and installation of signage in relation to Bramall (as detailed on the plans appended to the report) at a total cost of £3,100 (£1,550 to be funded from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Bramhall North Ward Allocation) with the remainder of the balance to be funded by Bramall Hall).

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report is to advise committee members of a number of objections received to the proposed introduction of the Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs), associated with the Bramhall Park to A6 walking and cycling scheme.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Economy & Regeneration makes the order as advertised.

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) advising committee members of a number of objections received to the proposed introduction of the Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs), associated with the Bramhall Park to A6 walking and cycling scheme.

The following comments were made/issues raised:-

·      Members expressed concern that a review of the scheme was not due until a year following the implementation of the scheme, and felt uncomfortable in approving any further TROs in the meantime, given the scale of residents’ concerns towards the scheme.

·      Members queries whether the placement of double yellow lines outlined in the report would unduly affect residents.

·      In response, it was stated that Members could recommend an amendment of the double yellow line placements to the Cabinet Member. However, it was suggested that a new report should first be submitted for consideration by the Committee, should an amendment be required.

RESOLVED – That consideration of the item be deferred until a later meeting of the Area Committee, pending the submission of a further report that clarified the location of the proposed double-yellow lines. 

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details an application from Bramhall and Woodford Rotary Club to hold their annual Duck Race and Family Fun Day at Bramhall Park. The proposed date is Sunday 15th May 2022 starting at 11:00 until 17:00, Access required from 7:00 until 18:00.

The event donates 80% of the money raised to a monitored charity and the remaining 20% goes to the Clubs Charity account which goes to other charities and good causes.

The family fun day consists of Market stalls selling food and drink provisions, face painting, animals, inflatables, small fairground rides for children and the sale of alcohol.

The Area Committee is recommended to approve the application subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including a Temporary Events Notice, Health and Safety paperwork, insurances and payment of agreed fees and charges.

Officer contact: Emma Warrington on 0161 474 2314 or email: emma.warrington@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and Monitoring Officer) submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from Bramhall and Woodford Rotary Club to hold their annual Duck Race and Family Fun Day at Bramhall Park. The proposed date is Sunday 15th May 2022 starting at 11:00 until 17:00, Access required from 7:00 until 18:00.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application received from Bramhall and Woodford Rotary Club to hold their annual Duck Race and Family Fun Day at Bramhall Park on Sunday 15th May 2022, subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including a Temporary Events Notice, Health and Safety paperwork, insurances and payment of agreed fees and charges.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details an application from Bramall Hall on behalf of Illyria Theatre Company to hold an Open Air Theatre - Shakespeare A Midsummer Nights Dream on Saturday 9th July at 17:50 until 20:30

The Area Committee is recommended to approve the application subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including Health and Safety paperwork, insurances and payment of agreed fees and charges.

Officer contact: Emma Warrington on 0161 474 2314 or email: emma.warrington@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and Monitoring Officer) submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from Bramall Hall on behalf of Illyria Theatre Company to hold an Open Air Theatre - Shakespeare A Midsummer Nights Dream on Saturday 9th July at 17:50 until 20:30.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application received from Bramall Hall on behalf of Illyria Theatre Company to hold an Open Air Theatre - Shakespeare A Midsummer Nights Dream on Saturday 9th July 2022, subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including Health and Safety paperwork, insurances and payment of agreed fees and charges.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details an application from Bramall Hall on behalf of Heartbreak Productions to hold an Open Air Theatre – Awful Aunty by David Walliams on Sunday 28th August at 17:50 until 20:30, Access will be required from 12:00 until 22:30. Location will be the Croquet Lawn, south side of the Hall in Bramhall Park

The Area Committee is recommended to approve the application subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including Health and Safety paperwork, insurances and payment of agreed fees and charges.

Officer contact: Emma Warrington on 0161 474 2314 or email: emma.warrington@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and Monitoring Officer) submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from Bramall Hall on behalf of Heartbreak Productions to hold an Open Air Theatre – Awful Aunty by David Walliams on Sunday 28th August at 17:50 until 20:30, Access will be required from 12:00 until 22:30. Location will be the Croquet Lawn, south side of the Hall in Bramhall Park.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application received from Bramall Hall on behalf of Heartbreak Productions to hold an Open Air Theatre – Awful Aunty by David Walliams on Sunday 28th August 2022, subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including Health and Safety paperwork, insurances and payment of agreed fees and charges.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details an application from I love communities to hold their annual Paws and Play event in Lumb Lane Park on Monday 2nd May 2022 between 12:00 and 17:00. They plan to be onsite from 8:00 until 19:00.

The Area Committee is recommended to approve the application subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including Health and Safety paperwork, insurances, site plan and payment of agreed fees and charges.

Officer contact: Emma Warrington on 0161 474 2314 or email: emma.warrington@stockport.gov.uk 

A representative of the Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and Monitoring Officer) submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from I Love Communities to hold their annual Paws and Play Event in Lumb Lane Park on Monday 2nd May 2022 between 12:00 and 17:00. They plan to be onsite from 8:00 until 19:00.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application received from I Love Communities to hold their annual Paws and Play Event in Lumb Lane Park on Monday 2nd May 2022, subject to the event organiser obtaining the correct permissions including Health and Safety paperwork, insurances, site plan and payment of agreed fees and charges.

To consider a report of the Strategic Head of Service (Legal & Democratic Governance and Monitoring Officer).

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: Georgia Latham on 0161 474 3229 or email: georgia.latham@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Strategic Head of Service & Monitoring Officer (Legal & Democratic Governance) submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) providing an update on progress since the last meeting on decisions taken by the Area Committee and detailing the current position on area flexibility funding. The report also included the current position on the highway and traffic management delegated budget.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.