16 temporary dwellings at Land Off Elmstead And Elmridge, Tanhouse, Skelmersdale

“PROPOSAL: Proposed development of 3no. sites on Elmstead and 1no. site on Elmridge, consisting of the demolition of 6no. existing garages on Elmridge and the development of 16no. short term dwellings in two blocks of 8no. with the remaining two sites providing enhanced surface level car parking.”

“To advise Planning Committee on an application which seeks planning permission for the development of 3 no. sites on Elmstead and 1no. site on Elmridge, consisting of the demolition of 6 no. existing garages on Elmridge and the development of 16 no. short term dwellings in two blocks of 8 no. with the remaining two sites providing enhanced surface level car parking.”

“In terms of site design and layout, at Sites 1 and 4, the creation of surface level car parking is considered to be acceptable as these sites have formerly provided garaging and surface level parking.”

“There is no evidence of bat use or presence. Therefore, the Council does not need to consider the proposals against the three tests in the Habitats Regulations. Conditions are suggested relating to lighting, tree felling, bird boxes and Reasonable Avoidance Measures, in the interests of ecology.”

“Housing Strategy & Development Programme Manager – There is a well- recognised need for affordable housing in the borough to meet identified demand. This application does not propose permanent accommodation, but it seeks to deliver accommodation which would meet another critical need – temporary housing for individuals assessed as requiring interim support.”

“WLBC - Environmental Protection – No objection subject to suggested conditions.”

“Out of keeping with the character of the area; • Small piece of green land is not appropriate for these buildings; • The area is already overcrowded with houses that are not fit for purpose; • Should be investing in existing tenants' housing first; • Should not be concentrating this kind of housing in an area which is already deprived, placing further strain on those communities; • Temporary residents will not respect the area, leading to increased anti- social behaviour;…”

“Detrimental impact on parking; • Reduction in green spaces – impact on health and wellbeing • Impact on flooding; • Impact on view from windows at 82 Elmridge; • Loss of privacy / overlooking; • Loss of light; • Impact on tree; • Impact on property values.”

“The Assistant Director of Planning & Regulatory Services submitted a report on planning application 2025/0875/FUL, relating to Land Off Elmstead and Elmridge, Tanhouse, Skelmersdale, Lancashire.”

“RESOLVED: That Planning Application 2025/0875/FUL be deferred to allow the Mining Remediation Authority to comment.”