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Decision: 

The
application to divert Footpath 9, Stalbridge as shown on Drawing
P286/25/3 attached as Appendix 2 be accepted and a
diversion order made; 

The
Order include provisions to modify the definitive map and
statement to record the changes made as a
consequence of the diversion; and 
If
the Order is unopposed and is considered to meet the legal tests it be
confirmed by the Council 

 

Reasons for the decision

The
proposed diversion meets the legal criteria set out in the Town and
Country Planning Act 1990. 

The
inclusion of these provisions in a public path order means that there is
no need for a separate legal event order to modify the
definitive map and statement as a result of the diversion. 
Accordingly,
for the reasons set out below in the report the proposed diversion meets
the legal tests and, if unopposed, Dorset Council can itself confirm the
order.  

 

Alternative options considered

Alternative options considered and rejected: At
pre-application stage an alternative route was proposed by the Ramblers to the
east of the site. This was not taken forward as there is insufficient room next
to the exiting buildings.