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Non-Strategic Planning Committee - Thursday, 4 June 2026 - 6.00 pm
June 4, 2026 at 6:00 pm Non-Strategic Planning Committee View on council websiteSummary
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The Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council met on Thursday 4 June 2026 and approved five planning applications, with one application being withdrawn. The committee also refused one application.
Station Farm, Denton Road, Horton
Permission was granted for the erection of stables, a menage, and the use of agricultural land for the keeping of horses at Station Farm, Denton Road, Horton. The decision was made in accordance with the Case Officer's recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes. The development, proposed by Pocklingtons Limited, involves the creation of an outdoor menage and the construction of stables for four horses, utilising 1.8 hectares of land for personal equestrian use. The report highlighted that the conversion from arable land to grassland would enhance biodiversity, meeting the 10% Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirement. No objections were raised by consultees, including Hackleton Parish Council, and no letters of objection or support were received from the public.
Land at Grange Farm, Fox Hill Grange, Brixworth
The committee approved the construction of a detached dwelling with a garage and outbuilding, along with the formation of an access drive, hard and soft landscaping, and associated works at Land at Grange Farm, Fox Hill Grange, Brixworth. This approval was contrary to the Case Officer's recommendation, which had advised refusal. The decision was subject to various requirements to be detailed in the minutes. The application, from Mr John Harmon, was for an isolated dwelling in the countryside
under paragraph 84(e) of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and Policy RA6(iii) of the Settlements and Countryside Local Plan (Part 2). However, officers concluded that the proposal failed to meet the exceptionally high bar
for such dwellings, deeming the design overly bulky, heavy and visually dominant
and not truly outstanding
or sensitive to the local area. Despite this, the committee's decision to approve suggests they found sufficient merit in the application to override the officer's recommendation.
Land to the East of Charwelton Road, Badby
Permission was refused for an outline application for the development of up to 49 dwellings, public open space, and associated infrastructure at Land to the East of Charwelton Road, Badby. The refusal was in accordance with the Case Officer's recommendation, with reasons to be detailed in the minutes. The application, from Southern Strategic Land (SSL), was opposed by West Northamptonshire Council's Local Highway Authority, Heritage and Conservation team, and Badby Parish Council. Objections were also raised by 86 letters from the public. Key concerns included the principle of development outside village confines, the scale of the development, impact on the historic environment and landscape, highway safety, and flood risk.
Land off Maple Close, Braunston
The committee approved the construction of 21 affordable homes, including new roads and associated site services, at Land off Maple Close, Braunston. This approval was in line with the Case Officer's recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes. The application, from Northamptonshire Rural Housing Association and EAS, was supported by Strategic Housing and Braunston Parish Council. No objections were raised by statutory consultees, although five letters of objection were received from the public concerning ecology, surface water flooding, traffic, and housing needs. The development is proposed as a 100% rural exception scheme, providing much-needed affordable housing.
1 Derby Road, Northampton
Permission was granted for the conversion of a dwelling at 1 Derby Road, Northampton, into a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) for six occupants, including a single-storey rear and side extension. This decision followed the Case Officer's recommendation and was subject to various requirements to be detailed in the minutes. The application, from VK Property Stream, was called in by Councillor Zoe Smith due to concerns about overdevelopment, loss of a family home, increased parking, and refuse issues. While Northampton Town Council objected, WNC Highways and the Heritage and Conservation Team raised no objections. The key planning considerations included the concentration of HMOs, provision of adequate facilities, flood risk, parking, fear of crime, local character, and neighbour amenity. The report concluded that the proposal met the 10% HMO concentration threshold within a 50m radius and provided adequate facilities and parking sustainability.
8 Cedar Road, Northampton
This agenda item was withdrawn.
Land at Harlestone Road and York Way, Northampton
An Appeal Statement of Case for Land at Harlestone Road and York Way, Northampton, was considered. The decision on this item is recorded as As set out in the exempt minutes.
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
Decision summaries below are AI-generated from the council’s published record. Check the council source or the full decision page before relying on them.
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2026/0648/FULL - 8 Cedar Road, Northampton
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council decided to grant permission for the conversion of a dwelling to a House in Multiple Occupation for six occupants, subject to conditions, on 04 June 2026. The decision was made following the approval of recommendations.
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2026/0243/MAO - Land to the East of Charwelton Road, Badby
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council decided to refuse permission for the development of up to 49 dwellings, public open space, and associated infrastructure. This decision was made on 04 June 2026.
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2024/4152/MAF - Land at Grange Farm, Fox Hill Grange, Brixworth
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved recommendations on 04 June 2026. The committee approved the construction of a detached dwelling with garage and outbuilding contrary to the Case Officer’s recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes.
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2025/4971/MAF - Station Farm, Denton Road, Horton
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved the erection of stables, a menage, and the use of agricultural land for keeping horses at Station Farm, Denton Road, Horton on 04 June 2026. The decision was made in accordance with the Case Officer’s recommendation, subject to various requirements. These include conditions regarding time limits, adherence to approved plans, restrictions on external lighting, implementation of ecological recommendations, personal use only, and updated ecological appraisals if development is delayed. A Biodiversity Gain Plan, including a Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan, is also required post-consent.
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2024/4229/MAF - Land off Maple Close, Braunston
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved the construction of 21 affordable homes off Maple Close, Braunston on 04 June 2026. The Assistant Director for Planning and Development was given delegated powers to grant permission subject to conditions and a Section 106 legal agreement. This agreement will secure all dwellings as affordable housing in perpetuity and ensure the provision of amenity open space and accessible natural and semi-natural greenspace.
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2026/0629/FULL - 1 Derby Road, Northampton
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved the conversion of a dwelling to a House in Multiple Occupation for 6 occupants, including a single-storey rear and side extension, on 04 June 2026. The decision was made in accordance with the Case Officer's recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes.
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