74 homes at Land At Branshill, Branshill Road, Sauchie

“OFFICIAL-Non Sensitive OFFICIAL-Non Sensitive CLACKMANNANSHIRE COUNCIL Report toPlanning Committee Date of Meeting:11 th September2025 Subject:Application for approval ofMatters Specified in Conditions (MSC)referenced 24/00216/MSC for a residential development consisting of 74 houses with associated infrastructure including roads, footpaths, landscaping,and drainage;which includethe installation of a SuDS basin and swale and other associated works, including the realignment…”

“OFFICIAL-Non Sensitive OFFICIAL-Non Sensitive 3.0Considerations 3.1.Background and Planning History 3.2.This application relates to two further phases of a residential development on land that was granted planning permission in principle (PPP) in May 2023 following an appeal to Scottish Ministers against the refusal of permission by the Council.”

“3.6.The relevant site history is listed below: -10/00153/PPP-Development of Land for Houses, School and Associated Pitches, Open Space, Play Provision, Landscaping, Roads, Paths and Other Infrastructure–Approved on appeal by Scottish Ministers -23/00182/MSC-Residential Development Of 157 Houses With Associated Infrastructure Including Roads, Footpaths, Landscaping, Drainage And Associated Works (Phase 1)-Approved -23/00219/MSC-Approval Of Matters Specified In Conditions…”

“They are designed to slow down the speed of travel whilst also allowing sufficient and safe rest areas for pedestrians and other users. 3.45.The type and design of the roadsappear to be acceptable for theirrespective locations, and no objections are raised by the Transportation Team in relation to this matter. 3.46.Footpaths 3.47.The proposal shows good connectivity with the existing and proposed footpaths in this area.”

“OFFICIAL-Non Sensitive OFFICIAL-Non Sensitive the Access Forum and a rerouting in principleisnot considered to be contentious. It is also noted thatthe existing route will remain open whilst the works are undertaken, and further consents will be required.”

“During questions, Councillor Fiona Law suggested an amendment to the recommendation in terms of the road surface in the development. The Chief Planning Officer queried the competency of the amendment and following advice from the Clerk, the Chair agreed to adjourn the meeting at 10.43 am to take legal advice on the competency on such an amendment.”

“A request for the Planning Authority and the Roads Authority to have a discussion with the Developer on the finishing surfaces on the proposed adoptable routes and with a commitment by the Planning Authority and the Roads Authority to come back to Elected Members on the discussions that then took place, but it would be outwith this Committee process.”

“That Committee agrees the recommendations in the report as amended.”

“The Committee agreed unanimously to approve the application subject to the conditions in Appendix 1 and the plans in Appendix 2.”