Distribution depot at Land North Of Stansted Third Avenue Stansted Airport

“The application site forms part of the wider Stansted Northside development area, located within the northern ancillary zone of Stansted Airport. The site is situated off Third Avenue and lies within the airport boundary, which is allocated for employment and commercial uses under the Uttlesford Local Plan.”

“The site is subject to a number of planning constraints, including proximity to Stansted Airport’s safeguarding zones, public safety zones, and ecological consultation areas. It also lies adjacent to Bury Lodge, a residential and hospitality property, which has prompted consideration of amenity impacts.”

“Outline planning permission for the wider Northside site was granted under reference UTT/22/0434/OP for a mixed-use commercial development comprising employment floorspace (Use Classes B2, B8 and E(g)), supporting retail and amenity uses, landscaping, and associated infrastructure. Subsequent reserved matters approval (UTT/24/3144/DFO) was granted for Phase 1B, which included layout, scale, appearance, and landscaping details for several commercial units.”

“The proposed development for a distribution depot (Use Class B8) on land north of Stansted Airport is considered acceptable in principle and detail.”

“Subject to the recommended planning conditions (in particular, those on noise mitigation), the development will deliver a high-quality, policy- compliant scheme that contributes to the wider Stansted Northside commercial area, supports local employment, and promotes sustainable infrastructure. It is therefore recommended that planning permission be granted.”

“The Parish Council submitted a neutral comment on the planning application, expressing neither support nor objection. While they do not oppose the proposed use of the site in principle, they raised concerns about potential impacts on the neighbouring property, Bury Lodge. Specifically, they recommended that noise and lighting mitigation measures be considered, suggesting the use of a baffle or soft landscaping screen along the boundary to reduce any adverse effects.”

“No mitigation measures have been proposed to address potential noise impacts from plant, equipment, site activities, and associated traffic. Until detailed environmental information and mitigation measures are provided, Environmental Health maintains an objection.”

“Members discussed: • The access arrangements being good. • The need to restrict the numbers of vehicles to 50, as opposed to the 80 vehicles shown on the licence.”

“Councillor Emanuel proposed approval of the application. This was seconded by Councillor Church.”

“RESOLVED that the Strategic Director of Planning be authorised to grant permission for the development subject to those items set out in section 17 of the report- A) Conditions.”