Decision details

The Area Manager – North  introduced the report and it was noted that this was a retrospective application.  Although policies supported buildings for agricultural/forestry operations when there is a need, officers felt the works required for woodland management at this site are small scale and did not require buildings.

The following spoke under the public participation at meetings scheme:

·         Mr S Webster, Applicant

In response to Members’ queries, it was noted that the proposal was for the buildings to be on site for 5 years then removed, except for the compost toilet which would be retained.  Members felt a temporary consent for all structures would be appropriate and would support a community venture without long term harm to the landscape.

A motion for approval subject to conditions including temporary 5 year consent, buildings to be painted a dark colour, all structures to be removed when no longer required and the land restored, prevention of external lighting and no ground works, was moved and seconded.  The motion was put to the vote and carried.

RESOLVED:

That the application be APPROVED subject to the following conditions:

1.    Temporary 5 year consent

2.    Structures to be painted a dark colour

3.    All structures to be removed when no longer required and land restored

4.    No external lighting

5.    No ground works