Agenda and minutes

To approve as a correct record and sign the Minutes of the meeting held on 25 January 2024.

The Minutes (copies of which had been circulated) of the meeting held on 25 January 2024 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.

No declarations of interest were made.

No urgent decisions were reported.

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

The Chair on behalf of the Area Committee informed residents of the following:-

·         It was announced that a market was scheduled to take place in Cheadle Hulme precinct on Saturday, 16 March 2024.

·         It was reported that Manchester Rugby Club had launched a crowdfunding campaign to support the cost of providing facilities for young girls to play rugby. Residents were encouraged to contact councillors, or the club, for more information.

·         It was announced that Bramhall Day was scheduled to be held in Bramhall Village Square on Saturday, 9 March 2024.

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

It was reported that a representative of Greater Manchester Police was unable to attend the meeting due to operational commitments. It was noted that a written update had been circulated to members in advance of the meeting. The Chair informed the Committee that neighbourhood policing representatives would be invited to attend the next meeting of the Area Committee in April 2024, however welcomed any neighbourhood policing questions or issues to be raised.

Members highlighted the importance of communication with the neighbourhood policing team and requested that a representative of Greater Manchester Police attend the next meeting of the Area Committee.

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.

Three public questions were submitted as follows:-

·         Relating to the use of glyphosate pesticide in areas of Bramhall and requested that the council rethink the management of grass verges for the benefit of flowering plants and wildlife.

In response, Members expressed their support for the proposal and stated that Members and officers would work alongside local organisations to implement the proposals. It was hoped that a successful implementation could lead to the changes being adopted in the wider area.

·         Regarding the re-instatement of a noticeboard on Ravenoak Road.

In response, it was advised that officers were in the process of procuring a new noticeboard.

·         Requesting an update in relation to the feasibility study on Bramley Close.

In response, it was advised that further data gathering had been required by officers, which has caused delays to the study as extra consultation was required. Members hoped that an update would be brought to the next meeting of the Area Committee.

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 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 Housebound Too Scooting for a grant of £100 (£50 from Bramhall North, £50 from Cheadle Hulme South) towards the cost of arranging a social gathering and fundraiser day to promote mental well-being and to raise the profile of the organisation.

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance submitted an application received on behalf of Housebound Too Scooting for a grant of £100 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£50 from Bramhall North and £50 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of arranging a social gathering and fundraiser day to promote mental well-being and to raise the profile of the organisation.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Housebound Too Scooting for a grant of £100 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£50 from Bramhall North and £50 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of arranging a social gathering and fundraiser day to promote mental well-being and to raise the profile of the organisation.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from The Cheadle Hulme Afternoon Townswomen’s Guild for a grant of £1000 (£200 from Bramhall South & Woodford, £800 from Cheadle Hulme South) towards rent costs and hiring speakers, to enhance welfare and social integration amongst women in the local community.

A representative of The Cheadle Hulme Afternoon Townswomen’s Guild attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant of £1000 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£200 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £800 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards rent costs and hiring speakers, to enhance welfare and social integration amongst women in the local community.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from The Cheadle Hulme Afternoon Townswomen’s Guild for a grant of £700 from the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget (£200 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £500 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards rent costs and hiring speakers, to enhance welfare and social integration amongst women in the local community.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Tigers Basketball Club for a grant of £300 (£100 from Bramhall North, £50 from Bramhall South & Woodford, £150 from Cheadle Hulme South) towards the cost of purchasing basketball kits, training equipment and court hire.

A representative of Tigers Basketball Club attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant of £300 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£100 from Bramhall North, £50 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £150 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of purchasing basketball kits, training equipment and court hire.

RESOLVED - That approval be given to an application from Tigers Basketball Club for a grant of £200 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£100 from Bramhall North, £50 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £50 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of purchasing basketball kits, training equipment and court hire.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Samaritans of Stockport & District for a grant of £142.86 (£47.62 from Bramhall North, £47.62 from Bramhall South & Woodford, £47.62 from Cheadle Hulme South) towards the cost of advertisement and promotion, upgrading infrastructure and the purchase of publicity materials.

A representative of the Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance submitted an application received on behalf of Samaritans of Stockport & District for a grant of £142.86 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£47.62 from Bramhall North, £47.62 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £47.62 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of advertisement and promotion, upgrading infrastructure and the purchase of publicity materials.

RESOLVED - That approval be given to an application from Samaritans of Stockport & District for a grant of £142.86 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£47.62 from Bramhall North, £47.62 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £47.62 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of advertisement and promotion, upgrading infrastructure and the purchase of publicity materials.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Stockport Armed Forces Community Organisation (SAFCO) for a grant of £300 (£100 from Bramhall North, £100 from Bramhall South & Woodford, £100 from Cheadle Hulme South) towards the cost of delivering an event to celebrate Armed Forces Day in the town centre.

A representative of Stockport Armed Forces Community Organisation (SAFCO) attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant of £300 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£100 from Bramhall North, £100 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £100 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of delivering an event to celebrate Armed Forces Day in the town centre.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Stockport Armed Forces Community Organisation (SAFCO) for a grant of £282.13 from the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget (£100 from Bramhall North, £100 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £82.13 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of delivering an event to celebrate Armed Forces Day in the town centre.

To consider an application for Ward Flexibility Funding received from Friends of Bramall Hall & Park for a grant of £1000 (£350 from Bramhall North, £350 from Bramhall South & Woodford, £300 from Cheadle Hulme South) towards the training and fastening of trees, for a community orchard.

A representative of Friends of Bramall Hall & Park attended the meeting and submitted an application for a grant of £1000 from the Ward Flexibility Budget (£350 from Bramhall North, £350 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £300 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of training and fastening of trees for a community orchard.

RESOLVED - That approval be given to an application from Friends of Bramall Hall & Park for a grant of £1,000 from the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget (£350 from Bramhall North, £350 from Bramhall South & Woodford and £300 from Cheadle Hulme South ward allocations) towards the cost of training and fastening of trees for a community orchard, subject to the Cabinet Member for Finance & Resources giving approval to a virement from the Ward Discretionary Budget to the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget.

To consider a report of the 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 Director for Place Management 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. 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.

Construction of a restaurant (Use Class E/Sui Generis) with associated internal access, car parking, servicing, hard and soft landscaping, and other associated works.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee grants planning permission subject to conditions and Section 106 agreement to secure biodiversity offsetting contributions.

Officer contact: Osian Perks by email: osian.perks@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC/088368 for the construction of a restaurant (Use Class E/Sui Generis) with associated internal access, car parking, servicing, hard and soft landscaping, and other associated works at Land North of Stanley Green Retail Park, Cheadle Hulme, Stockport

a member of public spoke against the application; and

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

It was then

RESOLVED – (1) (5 for, 2 abstentions) That the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to refuse planning permission in light of the Area Committee’s concerns in relation to the public health risk given the proximity of the school to the site, as well as anti-social behaviour, planned parking capacity, and traffic management concerns.

(2) (5 for, 2 abstentions) That the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to undertake a site visit in light of the Area Committee’s concerns in relation to traffic management around the site at peak times, and to review the safety of the walking route from the nearby school to the site.

At 8:40pm it was

RESOLVED - That the meeting be adjourned.

The meeting reconvened at 8:48pm.

Proposed installation of 1no. new BT Street Hub, incorporating 2no. digital 75" LCD advert screens, plus the removal of 2no. associated BT kiosks.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission.

Officer contact: Dominic Harvey on 0161 474 3544 or email: dominic.harvey@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC/086006 for the proposed installation of 1no. new BT Street Hub, incorporating 2no. digital 75" LCD advert screens, plus the removal of 2no. associated BT kiosks at pavement O/S 15 Woodford Road, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 1JN, it was

RESOLVED – That planning permission be granted.

2no. digital 75" LCD display screens, one on each side of the Street Hub unit.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission.

Officer contact: Dominic Harvey on 0161 474 3544 or email: dominic.harvey@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC/086007 for 2no. digital 75" LCD display screens, one on each side of the Street Hub unit at pavement O/S 15 Woodford Road, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 1JN, it was

RESOLVED - That planning permission be granted.

Demolition of single-storey conservatory and construction of two-storey rear and side extensions and balcony to the rear with elevational alterations (Re-submission of DC/089930).

The Area Committee is recommended to grant 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. DC/090550 for the proposed demolition of single-storey conservatory and construction of two-storey rear and side extensions and balcony to the rear with elevational alterations (re-submission of DC/089930) at 32 Eskdale Avenue, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 1DU, it was

RESOLVED – That planning permission be granted.

Erection of two dwellings with landscaping and associated works.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee grants planning permission subject to conditions and a Section 106 agreement.

Officer contact: Osian Perks by email: osian.perks@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC/088501 for the proposed erection of two dwellings with landscaping and associated works at land adjacent to Hall Moss Lane, Woodford, Stockport, SK7 1RB, it was

RESOLVED – That the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to grant planning permission, subject to conditions and the satisfactory completion of a Section 106 Agreement.

Extension to existing veranda and installation of new bicycle store.

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

Officer contact: Dominic Harvey on 0161 474 3544 or email: dominic.harvey@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of plan no. DC/090433 for the extension to existing veranda and installation of new bicycle store at Bramhall Golf Club, Ladythorn Road, Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 2EY,

a representative of the applicant spoke in favour 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 Assistant Director - Legal & 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 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 Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance 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 Committee area.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report provides an update on the activities relating to the delivery of Biodiversity Net Gain through the Planning and Development Management process.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: Melanie Craven on 0161 474 4378 or email melanie.craven@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director Place Making and Planning submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) providing an update on the activities relating to the delivery of Biodiversity Net Gain through the Planning and Management process.

Members welcomed the report and commented that it was the aim of the Administration to achieve 100% biodiversity net gain.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Deputy Chief Executive and Director (Corporate & Support Services).

The report sets out the proposed re-adoption of the council’s Application Validation Checklist (AVC) for the validation of planning applications. As a Local Planning Authority, the council must publish a local list of information requirements for submitted planning applications, pursuant to the National Planning Policy Framework.

The Area Committee is requested to note:-

(1)  That the Planning Application Validation Checklist (Appendix A) is to be consulted upon.

(2)  That following consultation, the Deputy Chief Executive and Director (Corporate & Support Services) would make any refinements, amendments, additions and/or deletions to the list as they consider reasonably necessary in response to any comments received from the consultation, and provided that no significant changes are required and that no significant objections are received, to issue a final Planning Application Validation Checklist based upon the draft attached at Appendix A.

Officer contact: Mark Jordan on 0161 474 3557 or email: mark.jordan@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Deputy Chief Executive and Director (Corporate & Support Services) submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) detailing the proposed re-adoption of the council’s Application Validation Checklist (AVC) for the validation of planning applications.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Deputy Chief Executive.

The planning system in England has undergone a period of significant change over recent years. During this time multiple new types of applications have been introduced and most recently an increased focus is being placed on the importance of making timely decisions.

In light of the changes to the planning system and the increased emphasis placed on the speed and quality of planning decisions it is considered necessary to consider the need to make a number of changes to the scheme of delegation for the determination of planning applications. In parallel it is also considered appropriate to review the Planning Protocol to ensure that it reflects accurately long-standing custom and practice in how we exercise our planning powers.

The Scrutiny Committee is recommended to consider and comment on the proposed amendments in the attached documents.

Officer contact: Emma Curle on 0161 474 3542 or email: emma.curle@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Deputy Chief Executive submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) which set out the proposed changes to the scheme of delegation for the determination of planning applications, alongside a review of the Planning Protocol to ensure that it accurately reflected the long-standing custom and practice in the exercising of planning powers.

The following comments were made/issues raised:

·         It was commented that as Area Committees would be relinquishing their involvement in household planning applications, members would like to see management information statistics on the number and nature of applications received and how they were currently processed.

·         Members highlighted concerns regarding all residents that may be affected by a planning application being sufficiently notified. It was commented that more action could be taken to raise awareness and give residents the opportunity to comment, as the proposed changes would impact the number of objections required to bring an application before the Area Committee.

·         In response, it was commented that the changes related specifically to scheme of delegation, rather than the notification process, however the comments from the Area Committee would be passed to Senior Managers in the team. 

·         Concerns were raised in relation to the increase in the call-in threshold which would require a minimum of two members under the proposed changes, particularly in wards were all members were not from the same political party.

·         It was commented that members could not always provide good planning reasons for the call-up of an application having not had a sufficient level of training. Furthermore, it was highlighted that good planning reasons could take a variety of forms and should not require the member to reference the relevant elements of the policy.

·         In response, it was stated that further and more detailed training for members would be considered.

·         It was commented that any changes should reflect subsidiarity and must always bring decisions as close to residents as possible at the most local level.

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 and to seeks approval for the introduction of a Traffic Regulation Order in the form of Residents Parking Permit Scheme on Moss Lane Bramhall.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways & Transport Services gives approval 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 orders at a cost of £2,050 to be funded from the general traffic budget:-

Revocation of existing Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) Schedule

Residents Permits Holders Only 8am – 7pm

Moss Lane – South Side

From a point 18 metres east of the easterly kerb line of Lees Road for a distance of 71 metres in a north easterly direction.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Order (TRO)

Resident Permit Holders Only (Properties 174 – 198 even side only)

Moss Lane – South Side

From a point 18 metres east of the easterly kerb line of Lees Road for a distance of 71 metres in a north easterly direction.

Officer contact: Diane Knight on 07929777412 or email: diane.knight@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 and sought Cabinet Member approval for the introduction of a Traffic Regulation Order in the form of Residents Parking Permit Scheme on Moss Lane Bramhall.

RESOLVED – That the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways & Transport Services be recommended to give approval 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 orders at a cost of £2,050 to be funded from the general traffic budget:

Revocation of existing Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) Schedule

Residents Permits Holders Only 8am – 7pm

Moss Lane – South Side

From a point 18 metres east of the easterly kerb line of Lees Road for a distance of 71 metres in a north easterly direction.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Order (TRO)

Resident Permit Holders Only (Properties 174 – 198 even side only)

Moss Lane – South Side

From a point 18 metres east of the easterly kerb line of Lees Road for a distance of 71 metres in a north easterly direction.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management.

The report details a proposal for the allocation of £5,800 in Delegated Ward Budget from the Cheadle Hulme South ward to improve accessibility to Thorn Grove Bowling Green.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Finance & Resource gives approval to the use of £5,8000 Delegated Ward Budget (Cheadle Hulme South ward) to allow for the works to resurface the access road to Thorn Grove Bowling Club to proceed.

Officer contact: Richard Booker on 0161 474 4829 or email: richard.booker@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal and Democratic Governance submitted a report on behalf of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing a proposal for the allocation of £5,800 in Delegated Ward Budget from the Cheadle Hulme South ward to improve accessibility to Thorn Grove Bowling Green.

Members highlighted previous efforts to support Thorn Grove Bowling Green, and praised the great work done by volunteers at the organisation.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to the use of £5,800 from the Area Committee’s Delegated Budget (Cheadle Hulme South ward allocation) to allow for the works to resurface the access road to Thorn Grove Bowling Club to proceed.

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

The report outlines a proposal for the virement of funds from the Ward Discretionary Budget to the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget.

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Finance & Resources gives approval to:-

(1)      A virement of £350 from the Ward Discretionary Budget to the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget (Bramhall South & Woodford ward allocation).

(2)      A virement of £350 from the Ward Discretionary Budget to the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget (Bramhall North ward allocation).

(3)      A virement of £300 from the Ward Discretionary Budget to the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget (Cheadle Hulme South ward allocation).

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

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) outlining a proposal for the virement of funds from the Ward Discretionary Budget to the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget.

RESOLVED - That the Cabinet Member for Finance & Resources be recommended to give approval to:-

(1)  A virement of £350 from the Ward Discretionary Budget to the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget (Bramhall South & Woodford ward allocation).

(2)  A virement of £350 from the Ward Discretionary Budget to the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget (Bramhall North ward allocation).

(3)  A virement of £300 from the Ward Discretionary Budget to the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget (Cheadle Hulme South ward allocation).

To consider reports of the Director of Place Management.

The report details an application from Mountfield Rovers Junior Football Club to hold their annual Funday on Saturday 13 July 2024 starting at 10:00 until 17:00. The event includes market stalls, BBQ, inflatables, children's games and their end of season award presentation.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant the application subject to the event organiser obtaining and providing the relevant paperwork at least 2 weeks prior to the event, including any necessary licences, health and safety documentation, insurance certificates, a satisfactory traffic management plan and the 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 Assistant Director - Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from Mountfield Rovers Junior Football Club to hold their annual Funday on Saturday 13 July 2024 starting at 10:00 until 17:00.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Mountfield Rovers Junior Football Club to hold their annual Funday on Saturday 13 July 2024 starting at 10:00 until 17:00, subject to the event organiser obtaining and providing the relevant paperwork at least 2 weeks prior to the event, including any necessary licences, health and safety documentation, insurance certificates, a satisfactory traffic management plan and the payment of agreed fees and charges.

The report details an application from Friends of Bramhall Park to hold their successful Plant Hunter Fair in Bramhall Park on Wednesday 17 April 2024 at 10:00 until 16:00, with access required from 7:00 to 18:00. Previously these events have been organised by the Museum Manager within Bramall Hall.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant the application subject to the event organiser obtaining and providing the relevant paperwork at least 2 weeks prior to the event, including any necessary licences, health and safety documentation, insurance certificates, a satisfactory traffic management plan and the 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 Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from Friends of Bramhall Park to hold the Plant Hunter Fair in Bramhall Park on Wednesday 17 April 2024 at 10:00 until 16:00, with access required from 7:00 to 18:00.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Friends of Bramhall Park to hold their successful Plant Hunter Fair in Bramhall Park on Wednesday 17 April 2024 at 10:00 until 16:00, with access required from 7:00 to 18:00, subject to the event organiser obtaining and providing the relevant paperwork at least 2 weeks prior to the event, including any necessary licences, health and safety documentation, insurance certificates, a satisfactory traffic management plan and the payment of agreed fees and charges.

The report details an application from Bramall Hall to hold an Open Air Theatre – Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliette on Sunday 30 June 2024 at 16:00 until 21:00, with access required from 12:00 until 22:00. The location will be the Croquet Lawn, south side of the Hall in Bramhall Park.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant the application subject to the event organiser obtaining and providing the relevant paperwork at least 2 weeks prior to the event, including any necessary licences, health and safety documentation, insurance certificates, a satisfactory traffic management plan and the 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 Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from Bramall Hall to hold an Open-Air Theatre Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliette event on Sunday 30 June 2024 at 16:00 until 21:00, with access required from 12:00 until 22:00.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Bramall Hall to hold an Open Air Theatre – Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliette on Sunday 30 June 2024 at 16:00 until 21:00, with access required from 12:00 until 22:00, subject to the event organiser obtaining and providing the relevant paperwork at least 2 weeks prior to the event, including any necessary licences, health and safety documentation, insurance certificates, a satisfactory traffic management plan and the payment of agreed fees and charges.

The report details an application from Bramhall and Woodford Rotary Club have to hold their annual Duck Race and Family Fun Day at Bramhall Park on Sunday 19 May 2024 starting at 11:00 until 16:00, with access required from 7:00 until 18:00.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant the application subject to the event organiser obtaining and providing the relevant paperwork at least 2 weeks prior to the event, including any necessary licences, health and safety documentation, insurance certificates, a satisfactory traffic management plan and the 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 Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from Bramhall and Woodford Rotary Club have to hold their annual Duck Race and Family Fun Day at Bramhall Park on Sunday 19 May 2024 starting at 11:00 until 16:00, with access required from 7:00 until 18:00.

RESOLVED – That approval be given to an application from Bramhall and Woodford Rotary Club have to hold their annual Duck Race and Family Fun Day at Bramhall Park on Sunday 19 May 2024 starting at 11:00 until 16:00, with access required from 7:00 until 18:00, subject to the event organiser obtaining and providing the relevant paperwork at least 2 weeks prior to the event, including any necessary licences, health and safety documentation, insurance certificates, a satisfactory traffic management plan and the payment of agreed fees and charges.

The report details an application from Bramall Hall to hold their annual Outdoor Theatre – The secret life of Henry VIII on Saturday 31 August 2024 at 16:00 until 21:00, with access required from 12:00 until 22:00. The location will be the Croquet Lawn, south side of the Hall in Bramhall Park.

The Area Committee is recommended to grant the application subject to the event organiser obtaining and providing the relevant paperwork at least 2 weeks prior to the event, including any necessary licences, health and safety documentation, insurance certificates, a satisfactory traffic management plan and the 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 Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing an application from Bramall Hall to hold their annual Outdoor Theatre – The secret life of Henry VIII event on Saturday 31 August 2024 at 16:00 until 21:00, with access required from 12:00 until 22:00.

RESOLVED – That approval be givento an application from Bramall Hall to hold their annual Outdoor Theatre – The secret life of Henry VIII on Saturday 31 August 2024 at 16:00 until 21:00, with access required from 12:00 until 22:00, subject to the event organiser obtaining and providing the relevant paperwork at least 2 weeks prior to the event, including any necessary licences, health and safety documentation, insurance certificates, a satisfactory traffic management plan and the payment of agreed fees and charges.

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

A representative of the Assistant Director – Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) updating Members on progress since the last meeting on decisions taken by the Area Committee and detailing the current position in relation to the Ward Flexibility Funding Budget, Ward Discretionary Budget and Delegated Budget.

RESOLVED - That the report be noted.