Amended highway condition at Land West of Wynyard Villageand South of the A689wynyardbillinghamts21 3jg

What was proposed

The application sought to change condition 23 so that highway works had to be started, rather than completed, before more than 15 homes were occupied.

“The application seeks planning permission to amend the wording of condition 23, relating to highway improvements works at the A689 and A19 junction, of planning approval H/2022/0382 for the erection of 51no. dwellinghouses (Use Class C3) with associated infrastructure, access and landscaping.”

“In support of the proposed changed, details have been submitted in a covering letter which sets out the applicants position and reasoning for seeking the change to the wording of condition 23.”

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The site and earlier permission

The site is south of the A689, accessed from Stoney Woods Drive, and already has permission for 51 homes with infrastructure, access and landscaping.

“The site is an irregularly shaped parcel of land immediately to the south of the A689 and accessed off Stoney Woods Drive that benefits from a planning approval (H/2022/0382) for residential development. Ground levels on the site fall from north to south.”

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What officers recommended

Officers recommended approval because the highway authorities raised no objections, National Highways supported the change, and no unacceptable amenity or other impacts were expected.

“On the basis of there being no objections from both highway authorities, National Highways have up dated their comments, confirming that they have no objection to condition 23 being varied as has been sought.”

“It is important to note that the changes to the condition relate to proposed highway works commencing prior to occupancy of the 15 th dwelling and that there are no changes to the design, appearance and layout of the development. Further, the condition to be changed relates to highway works at a junction where the impact upon adjacent and nearby dwellings will not be affected beyond what has already been approved.”

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What consultees said

National Highways supported the amendment after confirmation that the junction scheme was committed, while Hartlepool, Stockton and Cleveland Police raised no objections or comments.

“National Highways: The Cover Letter which accompanies the application states that Condition 23 relates to incomplete works at the A19/A689 Wolviston Junction and prevents no more than 15 occupations until works are completed. A letter has been received from the Tees Valley Combined Authority which confirms that the scheme if fully committed and is estimated to be open by Summer 2027.”

“National Highways would agree that the risk of the development being occupied ahead of the improvement scheme being completed is mitigated by TVCA’s confirmation and commitment that “It is estimated the scheme will be fully open by Summer 2027” (TVCA, 02/10/2025).”

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Who spoke

The agent supported the application, while an objector speaking for Wynyard Parish Council asked members to retain the original conditions.

What members considered

Members considered representations about the junction works, limited infrastructure and amenities, school provision and resulting traffic congestion.

“National Highways were in support of the amendments to the planning condition. No objections had been received from Hartlepool Borough Council or Stockton Borough Council. An Objector was in attendance and addressed the Committee on behalf of the Wynyard Parish Council. The original application had been approved with…”

“Planning Committee – 16 th July 2026 3.1 2 - 3.1 - 26.07.16 - Planning Committee Minutes and Decision Record 17 Hartlepool Borough Council conditions applied by Highways to be made at the A689 and A19 intersection with traffic signalling in place at roundabouts however, none of these were taking place. The infrastructure and amenities across the Wynyard area were minimal. There was one over-subscribed primary school within Stockton and no plans for a secondary school.”

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