65 homes at Land At Cemetery Lane, Street

What was proposed

Outline permission was sought for up to 65 homes, including affordable housing, access from Moorland Road, open space, drainage and associated works.

“Application Details Application reference numbers 2025/0646/OUT Application type Outline Extension of time Yes Description Application for Outline Planning Permission with some matters reserved for erection of up to 65 dwellings, (30% affordable housing), with vehicular access from Moorland Road, public open space, landscaping, sustainable drainage system, package treatment plant & associated works with details of access.”

Officer report

The site and its setting

The site is agricultural grazing land beside Street, west of allotments and the recycling centre, with trees, drainage constraints and a public right of way nearby.

“Proposed Development 5. The application seeks Outline planning permission for up to 65 residential dwellings (30% affordable housing) with vehicular access from Moorland Road, public open space, landscaping, sustainable drainage system, package treatment plant and associated works with details of access. The Site 6. The site is located adjacent to the northern boundary of Street, west of the allotments and Street Recycling Centre.”

“Designated open space to the north-east of the site. • Substantial trees on site • Tip interest zone • SSSI Impact risk zone • Coastal Floodplain Grazing Marshland Priority habitat Relevant History • None. Environmental Impact Assessment 8. This development is not considered to require an Environmental Assessment under the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017.”

Officer report

What local people said

Residents objected to traffic, parking, emergency access, flooding, drainage, wildlife, local services, amenity, agricultural land loss and the site’s suitability.

“Representations from members of the public 12. Planning issues raised by members of the public are summarised below. Parking and Access Issues • Objection to proposed double yellow lines along Moorland Road, which would eliminate on-street parking for existing residents. • Concerns about lack of parking provision in the new development, especially for visitors, carers, and those with mobility issues.”

“Environmental Impact • Strong concerns about disruption to local wildlife (e.g. birds, badgers, deer, foxes, bats, newts) and the environmental value of the area. • Emotional and mental wellbeing of residents may be affected by loss of natural views and increased urbanisation. • Removal of peatland will release carbon impacting health of residents…”

Officer report

Who spoke

An objector opposed the access, a divisional member discussed housing, roads and play spaces, and the applicant supported the proposal.

What members discussed

Members discussed peat, drainage, permeable paving, parking, play-space funding, allotments, mitigation, access and adding a soil management condition.

“The potential presence of peat on the site was raised. Officers advised that available evidence indicates the land is not peatland. Nonetheless, it was confirmed that any residual uncertainty could be appropriately addressed through a soil management plan condition, including further investigation and mitigation measures during the construction phase if required.”

“Members queried parking arrangements and displacement and the Highways Officer confirmed that adequate parking would be secured and that double yellow lines would manage highway safety but require a TRO (Traffic Regulation Order. • There was a suggestion that the open-space area could be used for allotments. • The BNG maintenance duration was queried as was access alternatives. Officers responded that BNG and phosphate mitigation land would be secured via S106.”

Minutes

The committee vote

The proposal to approve was carried with six votes in favour, none against and four abstentions.

“At the conclusion of the debate, Councillor Adam Boyden proposed that the application be approved in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation with an additional condition for soil management. This proposal was seconded by Councillor Martin Lovell.”

“On being put to the vote the proposal to approve was carried with 6 votes in favour, 0 votes against and 4 abstentions.”

Minutes

The decision

The committee approved the application in accordance with the officer recommendation, adding a soil management plan condition with delegated wording.

“That planning application 2025/0646/FUL be APPROVED in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation with an additional condition relating to a soil management plan. Delegated authority to be given to Officers, the Chair and Vice-Chair to agree the detail of the condition. Votes – 6 for, 0 against, 4 abstentions Note Subsequent to this meeting taking place concerns have been received regarding the decision-making process.”

Minutes