Agenda item

Cllr Beer had declared a prejudicial interest so left the room while this item was discussed.

Some Members had visited the site the previous day.

The Planning Officer presented the report and outlined the reasons for refusal as detailed in the report.

The following spoke under the public participation at meetings scheme:

·         Carol Bradshaw, Little Hucklow Parish Council - Supporter

·         Lee Ollerenshaw – Applicant

·         Nick Marriott, Agent

Members considered that the cost of preserving what was already there was not an option, as there would have to be a re-build of the barn to make it properly habitable, and if there was no intervention, then the barn could well collapse. The proposed development would result in enhancement to the site.

A motion to approve the application contrary to the Officer recommendation was proposed and seconded, put to the vote and carried.

RECOMMENDATION:

That the application be APPROVED subject to the following conditions:

1.    Statutory 3-year time period for commencement of development.

2.    Adoption of approved plans covering the minor design clarifications

3.    Agree details of windows and doors.

4.    Agree sample panel of stonework and sample blue slate roof material.

5.    Archaeological  WSI for Level 2/3 building recording and a structural watching brief to be submitted for approval in writing before work commences.  Thereafter, carry out in accordance with agreed scheme with no occupation until site investigating and post investigation reporting and archiving has been secured.

6.    Submit and agree details of package treatment plant and outlet to ground.

7.    Provision of parking and turning space before occupation.

8.    Carry out in accordance with bat survey report recommendations.