Accessible tarmac footpath at Hagley Field, Rugeley

“CH/16/139 - Construction of scheme of flood alleviation including the creation of an earth embankment, laying out of a vehicular maintenance track, footpath diversion, landscaping, provision of replacement sports pitches and associated development (AMENDED PLANS). Approved 26th June 2016. Site and Surroundings The application site relates to an existing earth and stone path traversing the Hagley playing fields, to the rear of Rugeley Leisure Centre.”

“These works are identified as Phase 1 of improvement works, Phases 2 and 3 will involve resurfacing the existing vehicular access extending from the Leisure Centre car park into the field and connecting with the existing tarmac pad. Planning Policy…”

“Planning Balance and the Weighing Exercise 4.9.1 Your Officers confirm that the proposal is for improvement works to an existing pedestrian access route. As such, Officers give this matter significant weight. Your Officers confirm that there are no statutory objections from the Highway Authority, the LLFA and standing advice from the EA has been reviewed. As such, great weight is afforded this matter in the planning balance.”

“In respect to all matters of acknowledged interest and policy tests it is considered that the proposal, subject to the attached conditions, would not result in any significant harm to acknowledged interests and is therefore considered to be in accordance with the Development Plan.”

“Non-Statutory Consultees None. Response to Publicity The application has been advertised by neighbour letter. No letters of representation have been received. Relevant Planning History…”

“CH/25/0344, Hagley Field with access from Rugeley Leisure Centre- works to improve accessibility along existing footpath Considerationwasthengiven to the report of the Development and Policy Manager (Item 5.48- 5.60(presented by the Planning Officer). The Planning Officer provided a presentation to the Committee outlining the application showing photographs and plans of the proposals.”

“Planning Control Committee 04/02/2626 Resolved: That theapplication be approved subject to the conditions contained in the report for the reasons outlined therein. The meeting closed at4.10pm. ________________________ Chair…”