Agenda and minutes

To approve as 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 to declare any interests which they have in any of the items on the agenda for the meeting.

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

No declarations were made.

To report any urgent action taken under the constitution since the last meeting of the committee.

No urgent decisions were reported.

To receive 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 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.

No public questions were submitted.

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

Inspector John Barber (Greater Manchester Police (GMP)) attended the meeting to provide an update and answer questions in relation to neighbourhood policing issues within the area represented by the Area Committee.

The following comments were made/issues raised:

·         An update was given on recent arrests and warrants executed, as well as ongoing work to combat shop lifting and burglary incidents.

·         It was noted that several operations to combat shop lifting and burglary specifically were scheduled to be held in March.

·         There had been an increase in crime reporting in Edgeley and it was felt that reporting, especially for minor crimes, had improved and was the cause of the increase.

·         It was requested that GMP contact Bridge Hall Primary School to support a multiagency approach in tackling the off-road bike issues on Cuddington Crescent.

·         Members were advised that a site visit of Stockport Interchange and Viaduct Park was scheduled to be held on 13 March 2024, and that officers were looking to establish routine cover of police presence at the site through Transport for Greater Manchester.

RESOLVED – That Inspector John Barber be thanked for his attendance.

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

A petition was submitted electronically in relation to a request for permit parking on Orchard Street and Waterloo Street. The petition had 8 signatories.

RESOLVED – That the petition be referred to the Director of Place Management for investigation and response.

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 for Legal & Democratic Governance reported that no organisation had indicated that they wished to address the Area Committee as part of the open forum arrangements.

To consider a report of the Deputy Chief Executive.

(a) To consider the development applications where members of the public have attended the meeting in order to speak or hear the Area Committee’s deliberations.

(b) To consider the remaining development applications.

(c) To consider consultations (if any) received by the Deputy Chief Executive on any planning issues relevant to the area.

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 Deputy Chief Executive 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 upon payment of the council’s reasonable charges).

The Clerk outlined the procedure for public speaking on planning applications.

Proposed demolition of existing buildings and the erection of a new residential development together with associated works including landscaping and parking at Land & Buildings At The Corner Of Chestergate & King Street West, Stockport. 

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Planning & Highways Regulation Committee grant planning permission subject to conditions and the satisfactory completion of a S106 agreement. 

Officer contact: Jane Chase 0161 474 3550 | jane.chase@stockport.gov.uk  

In respect of application DC/088401 for the proposed demolition of existing buildings and the erection of a new residential development together with associated works including landscaping and parking at Land & Buildings at the corner of Chestergate & King Street West, Stockport.

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

It was then

RESOLVED – That Planning & Highways Regulation Committee be recommended to grant planning permission subject to conditions and the satisfactory completion of a S106 agreement.

Proposed removal of existing brick piers and part external steps and construction of a two-storey dwelling house and associated works at Land Adjacent To 1A Abergele Street, Cale Green, Stockport, SK2 6HE. 

The Area Committee is recommended to grant planning permission.  

Officer contact: Dominic Harvey 0161 474 3544 | dominic.harvey@stockport.gov.uk  

In respect of application DC/075825 for the proposed removal of existing brick piers and part external steps and construction of a two-storey dwelling house and associated works at Land Adjacent To 1A Abergele Street, Cale Green, Stockport, SK2 6HE.

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

It was then

RESOLVED – That planning permission be granted.

Proposed demolition of single-storey garage, site clearance and erection of a 2-bedroom, 2-storey detached house at 48 Brinnington Road, Portwood, Stockport, SK1 2EX.

The Area Committee, if minded to grant planning permission, is recommended to defer and delegate the determination of the planning application to the Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Corporate & Support Services to secure a commuted sum.

Officer contact: Dominic Harvey 0161 474 3544 | dominic.harvey@stockport.gov.uk

In respect of application DC/090152 for the proposed demolition of single-storey garage, site clearance and erection of a 2-bedroom, 2-storey detached house at 48 Brinnington Road, Portwood, Stockport, SK1 2EX.

A member of the public spoke in objection to the application.

It was then

RESOLVED – That the application be deferred and delegated to the Deputy Chief Executive and Director (Corporate & Support Services) to grant planning permission and secure a commuted sum.

To consider a report of the Assistant Director for 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 Central Stockport Area Committee area.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

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

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) listing any outstanding or recently determined planning appeals and enforcement within the area represented by the Central Stockport Area Committee.

Members were advised that the notice had been complied with at 10 Bramhall Lane. It was noted that the report contained two inaccuracies, namely, that information relating to the Area of grass verge Ringmore Street Works, Ringmore Road, Stockport, fell within the Bramhall & Cheadle Hulme South Area Committee area. Further, that Elsa Waste Paper Ltd 1-3 Station Road, North Reddish, Stockport, fell within the Heatons & Reddish Area Committee Area.

It was asked that the householder receive an update on the appeals at Clwyd Avenue, Edgeley.

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 0161 474 4378 | melanie.craven@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) providing an update on the activities relating to the delivery of biodiversity net gain through the planning and development management process.

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:

a)    that the Planning Application Validation Checklist (Appendix A) is to be consulted upon; and

b)   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 0161 474 3557 | mark.jordan@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Deputy Chief Executive and Director (Corporate & Support Services) (copies of which had been circulated) setting 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.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.

To consider a report of the Deputy Chief Executive.

In light of changes to the planning system, it is considered necessary to make changes to the scheme of delegation for the determination of planning applications. It is also considered appropriate to review the planning protocol to ensure that it accurately reflects long-standing custom and practice as to how the council exercises its planning powers.

The Area Committee is requested to consider and recommend the necessary changes to the constitution and planning protocol.

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

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Deputy Chief Executive (copies of which had been circulated) considering the necessary changes to the scheme of delegation for the determination of planning applications.

RESOLVED – That the Council Meeting be recommended to approve the proposed changes to the constitution and planning protocol.

This item had been placed on the agenda at the request of Manor ward councillors.

James Kington (Assistant Director, Stockport Council) provided a verbal report on the scheme of works to stop the degradation of Woodbank Hall.

The following comments were made/issues raised:

·         Works to stop the further degradation of Woodbank Hall and ensure that the property was watertight were subject to planning permission and listed buildings consent. It was hoped that final approval would be received soon, and that work could begin on site this month.

·         Views of the Stockport Heritage Trust had been taken into consideration regarding the scheme of works.

·         It was expected that the works would be completed by early summer.

RESOLVED – That the update be noted.

This item had been placed on the agenda at the request of Manor ward councillors.

James Kington (Assistant Director, Stockport Council) provided a verbal report on the status of Woodbank Community Centre and Woodbank Community Association.

The following comments were made/issues raised:

·         It was noted that the association were entrusted with the running of the centre. It was also noted that, although the centre was continuing to run as normal, the lease had expired.

·         The registering of the association as a charity was overdue and the council continued efforts to contact the current tenants to discuss the new lease, management of the building and minimum performance requirements to be delivered from the building, as well as the status of the association. If no response was received from the current tenants by a deadline set by the council, a number of options were open to the council to move forward. This included but was not limited to, bringing the centre under direct council control.

RESOLVED – That the update be noted.

To consider a report of the Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Corporate & Support Services.The Town Centre Residential Design Guide has been prepared to set out the council’s design expectations for this area of the borough.  

The Area Committee is requested to consider and note the consultation design guide. 

Officer contact: Hannah Mitchell 07815014590 | hannah.mitchell@stockport.gov.uk 

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Corporate Support Services (copies of which had been circulated) setting out the council’s design expectations for this area of the borough.

Officers were commended for their excellent work on the design guide.

RESOLVED – That the design guide and consultation be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management. 

The report details the results of the recent consultation undertaken on proposals put forward as part of Edgeley Active Travel.  

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services approves the designs associated with the Section A proposals as per the report and advertising of the associated Traffic Regulation Orders, and that subject to no objection being received, that the Traffic Regulation Orders be made as advertised.   

Officer contact: Nick Whelan 0161 474 4907 | nick.whelan@stockport.gov.uk 

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) providing the results of the recent consultation undertaken on proposals put forward as part of Edgeley Active Travel.

RESOLVED – That the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services be recommended to approve the designs associated with the Section A proposals as per the report and advertising of the associated Traffic Regulation Orders and that, subject to no objection being received, that the Traffic Regulation Orders be made as advertised.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management. 

The report provides an update on the scheme and seeks Cabinet Member approval for the scheme and introduction of Traffic Regulation Orders. 

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services approves the legal advertisement of the Traffic Regulation Orders set out in Appendix A, and subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, that the order be made (to be funded by the CRSTS Fund budget). 

Officer contact: Nick Whelan 0161 474 4907 | nick.whelan@stockport.gov.uk 

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) providing an update on the scheme and sought Cabinet Member approval for the scheme and introduction of Traffic Regulation Orders.

RESOLVED – That the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services be recommended to approve the legal advertisement of the Traffic Regulation Orders set out in Appendix A, and subject to no objections being received within 21 days from the advertisement date, that the orders be made (to be funded by the CRSTS Fund budget).

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management. 

The report seeks Cabinet Member approval for the introduction of Experimental Traffic Regulation Orders for Limited Waiting Bays and a Loading Bay in Stockport Town Centre.   

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services approves the making of the Experimental Traffic Regulation Order as set out in Appendix A and attached drawings. 

Officer contact: Steven Ashton | steven.ashton@stockport.gov.uk  

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) which sought Cabinet Member approval for the introduction of Experimental Traffic Regulation Orders for Limited Waiting Bays and a Loading Bay in Stockport Town Centre.

It was agreed that further space could be accommodated to enable waste bins to be moved onto the highway without obstruction.

RESOLVED - That the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services be recommended to approve the making of the Experimental Traffic Regulation Order as set out in Appendix A and attached drawings.

To consider a joint report of the Director of Place Management and Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance. 

The report provides detail of objections to proposed Traffic Regulation Orders for Heathfield Road, Beech Road and Bramhall Lane, Davenport, Stockport and seeks Cabinet Member approval that the order be made as originally advertised. 

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services resolve that the Traffic Regulation Order be made as originally advertised. 

Officer contact: Zoe Allan 0161 474 3138 | zoe.allan@stockport.gov.uk 

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management and Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance (copies of which had been circulated) detailing objections to proposed Traffic Regulation Orders for Heathfield Road, Beech Road and Bramhall Lane, Davenport, Stockport, and sought Cabinet Member approval for the order to be made as originally advertised.

RESOLVED - That the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services be recommended to resolve that the Traffic Regulation Order be made as originally advertised.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management. 

The report details a desk-top study of the parking availability Lilac Street, Cale Green, following a petition from residents for a Resident Parking Scheme. 

The Area Committee is requested to note the contents of the desk-top study and acknowledge the view of Network Management, namely, that owing to the impact of Bramhall Lane and the A6, it is the view of Network Management that this is a resident-on-resident parking issue and no further action is recommended. 

Officer contact: Graham O'Connor 0161 474 5057 | graham.oconnor@stockport.gov.uk  

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) detailing a desk-top study of the parking availability on Lilac Street, Cale Green, following a petition from residents for a Resident Parking Scheme.

RESOLVED – That the contents of the desk-top study be noted and the view of Network Management, namely, that owing to the impact of Bramhall Lane and the A6, it is the view of Network Management that this was a resident-on-resident parking issue be noted.

To consider a report of the Director of Development and Regeneration. 

The report seeks Area Committee approval for a dog show hosted by Makants Rescue North West as part of organised activity during the Edgeley Worker Bee Market on 6 April 2024. 

The Area Committee is requested approve the dog show at the Edgeley Worker Bee Market on 6 April 2024. 

Officer contact: Richard Daniels 0161 218 1621 | richard.daniels@stockport.gov.uk   

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Development & Regeneration (copies of which had been circulated) which sought Area Committee approval for a dog show hosted by Makants Rescue North West as part of organised activity during the Edgeley Work Bee Market on 6 April 2024.

RESOLVED – That the dog show at Edgeley Worker Bee Market on 6 April 2024 be approved.

To consider a report of the Director of Place Management. 

The report sets out a request for the allocation of £10,000 from the Ward Discretionary Budget (Davenport & Cale Green ward allocation) to improve inclusive play opportunities within the Davenport and Cale Green Ward. 

The Area Committee is requested to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Finance & Resources approves the allocation of £10,000 from the Ward Discretionary Budget (Davenport & Cale Green ward allocation) to improve inclusive play opportunities within the Davenport & Cale Green Ward's equipped play areas.   

Officer contact: Richard Booker 0161 474 482 | richard.booker@stockport.gov.uk  

A representative of the Assistant Director for Legal & Democratic Governance submitted a report of the Director of Place Management (copies of which had been circulated) setting out a request for the allocation of £10,000 from the Ward Discretionary Budget (Davenport & Cale Green ward allocation) to improve inclusive play opportunities within the Davenport & Cale Green Ward.

RESOLVED - That the Cabinet Member for Finance & Resources be recommended to approve the allocation of £10,000 from the Ward Discretionary Budget (Davenport & Cale Green ward allocation) to improve inclusive play opportunities within the Davenport & Cale Green Ward's equipped play areas.

The report sets out the intention of A & B Leisure to host their Inflatable Adventure World event at Woodbank Memorial Park on 11 July (access only), 13 and 14 July, and 15 July (departure).  

The Area Committee is requested to approve the application received from A & B Leisure to host their Inflatable Adventure World event at Woodbank Memorial Park on 11 July (access only), 13 and 14 July, and 15 July (departure), 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: Kath Hughes 0161 474 4418 | kath.hughes@stockport.gov.uk 

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) setting out the intention of A & B Leisure to host their Inflatable Adventure World event at Woodbank Memorial Park on 11 July (access only), 13 and 14 July, and 15 July (departure).

RESOLVED – That the application received from A & B Leisure to host their Inflatable Adventure World event at Woodbank Memorial Park on 11 July (access only), 13 and 14 July, and 15 July (departure) be granted, 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 sets out the intention of JK Events to host a family inflatable, small rides and games event on 28 June (access only), 29 and 30 June 2024. 

The Area Committee is requested to approve the application received from JK Events to host a family inflatable, small rides and games event on 28 June (access only), 29 and 30 June 2024, 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: Kath Hughes 0161 474 4418 | kath.hughes@stockport.gov.uk  

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) setting out the intention of JK Events to host a family inflatable, small rides and games event on 28 June (access only), 29 and 30 June 2024.

RESOLVED – That the application received from JK Events to host a family inflatable, small rides and games event on 28 June (access only), 29 and 30 June 2024 be granted, 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 sets out the intention of Michael Mulhearn Amusements to host two family funfair events and utilise Woodbank Park 3 to 10 June 2024 inclusive, and 12 to 20 August 2024 inclusive.   

The Area Committee is requested to approve the application received from Michael Mulhearn Amusements to host two family funfair events and utilise Woodbank Park 3 to 10 June 2024 inclusive, and 12 to 20 August 2024 inclusive, 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: Kath Hughes 0161 474 4418 | kath.hughes@stockport.gov.uk  

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) setting out the intention of Michael Mulhearn Amusements to host two family funfair events and utilise Woodbank Park 3 to 10 June 2024 inclusive, and 12 to 20 August 2024 inclusive.

RESOLVED – That the application received from Michael Mulhearn Amusements to host two family funfair events and utilise Woodbank Park 3 to 10 June 2024 inclusive, and 12 to 20 August 2024 inclusive, be granted, 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 sets out the intention of Cale Green Park Residents Association to host a Cale Green Park Summer Fun Day on Sunday the 30 June 2024.  

The Area Committee is requested to approve the application received from Cale Green Park Residents Association to host a Cale Green Park Summer Fun Day on Sunday the 30 June 2024, 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: Josephine Holmes 0161 474 3278 | josephine.holmes@stockport.gov.uk  

A representative of the Director of Place Management submitted a report (copies of which had been circulated) setting out the intention of Cale Green Residents Association to host this year’s Cale Green Park Summer Fun Day on Sunday the 30 June 2024.

RESOLVED – That the application to hold this year’s Cale Green Park Summer Fun Day on Sunday 30 June 2024 be granted, 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.

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To consider a report of the Assistant Director for 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 ward flexibility funding and delegated budget.

The Area Committee is recommended to note the report.

Officer contact: Charlotte Douglass 0161 474 3235 | charlotte.douglass@stockport.gov.uk

A representative of the Assistant Director for 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 detailed the current position on Ward Flexibility Funding and the Delegated Ward Budget.

RESOLVED – That the report be noted.