Decision Maker: Planning Control Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: November 6, 2025

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED: That application 25/01745/S73 be GRANTED planning permission subject to the following:   a)    Providing delegated powers to the Development and Conservation Manager to update conditions and informatives as set out in the report above.   b)    Conditions as set out in the report with the following amendments to Conditions 7 and 21: ‘Condition 7 BNG Management Plan The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved Biodiversity Net Gain – Landscape and Ecological Management and Maintenance Plan Rev C (October 2025) prepared by James Blake Associates unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To enhance biodiversity in accordance with the NPPF and the North Hertfordshire Local Plan Policy NE4. Condition 21 Open Space Management and Maintenance The development shall be carried out in accordance with the Open Space Management and Maintenance Scheme contained in the Biodiversity Net Gain – Landscape and Ecological Management and Maintenance Plan Rev C (October 2025) prepared by James Blake Associates. The open spaces provided shall be retained for their intended purpose and in accordance with the approved management plan unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority. Reason: To ensure adequate open space and amenity provision as per NHLP Policy NE6.’ c)     Completion of a new Section 106 agreement if required in consultation with the Chair.