160-home residential development at Crabgate Lane, Skellow, Doncaster

What was proposed

Outline permission was sought for up to 160 homes, with access approved and layout, design, appearance and landscaping reserved for later consideration.

“Proposal Description 1.1 This application seeks outline planning permission for residential development for up to 160 dwellings on approx. 6.94ha of land. Approval is being sought for access only with all other matters of scale, appearance, landscaping and layout reserved for future consideration. (see Appendix 1 for site and proposed access).”

“Access is to be taken via a new access formed from Crabgate Lane on the eastern boundary of the site (see Appendix 2). A buffer zone will be provided along the western boundary adjacent to the A1 to provide a bund and acoustic fence to provide a substantial visual and acoustic buffer between the development and the A1, as shown on the illustrative masterplan and as a continuation to the adjacent scheme.”

Officer report

The site and surroundings

The site is formed by agricultural fields beside the A1, Green Lane and Crabgate Lane, with residential properties beyond its southern boundary.

“Site and Surroundings 2.1 The site is located to the north of Doncaster City Centre, on the edge of the settlement of Skellow. The site measures approx. 6.94ha is one of two farmed agricultural fields roughly rectangular in shape and abutting the A1 to the west, Green Lane to the north and Crabgate Lane to the east.”

“The local surrounding character is mixed, comprising of detached and semi-detached houses on what is currently a well-established residential estate to the immediate south and wider area to the east of the site. The northern boundary of this site forms the common boundary of the remaining half of the site allocation which is subject to consideration under ref 22/01545/FULM.”

Officer report

What consultees said

National Highways, highways, transport, drainage, ecology, housing, education and other consultees raised no objection or sought conditions and contributions.

“National Highways: Initially raised holding objection to the application pending further information to ensure no adverse impact on the operation of the Strategic Road Network (A1 trunk road). Following protracted discussions, further information has been provided and mitigation works agreed on the A1 slip road. As such, National Highways have removed their objection subject to conditions for the timing of the motorway works to be completed.”

“CDC Drainage (LLFA): Initially raised objection due to insufficient information submitted. However full details can be submitted once the site layout is finalised. Therefore, conditions are included for full drainage details to be submitted and agreed.”

Officer report

Who spoke

Residents spoke against the application, an agent spoke in support, and the applicants’ and agents’ technical team answered questions.

The committee vote

A proposal to grant permission was made and seconded, with four votes in favour, one against and no abstentions.

“A proposal was made to GRANT Planning Permission subject to the completion of a Section 106 Agreement and the imposition of planning conditions.”

Minutes

The final decision

Planning permission was granted subject to conditions and a Section 106 agreement covering compensation, affordable housing, open space, biodiversity, transport and monitoring.

“Decision: Planning Permission Granted subject to the imposition of planning conditions and the completion of an agreement under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 in relation to the following matters: -”

“Contribution of £50,000 for Green Belt compensation for environmental improvements for the River Skell project. • Provision of 23% affordable housing on-site • Provision of 15% on site Open Space. • 10% Biodiversity Net Gain. • £86,314 for public transport improvements. • £26,734.40 Travel Plan Bond. • Travel Plan Monitoring of £5,000 per entrance/exit.”

Minutes