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Non-Strategic Planning Committee - Thursday 6th August 2026 4.00 pm
August 6, 2026 at 4:00 pm Non-Strategic Planning Committee View on council website Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)Summary
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The Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council met on Thursday 6 August 2026, approving several planning applications for new dwellings and developments. The committee also deferred decisions on two applications for care homes on Church Way, Weston Favell, to allow for further information gathering and site visits.
Bridge Cottage, Yardley Hastings
The committee raised no objection to the proposed removal of an ornamental maple tree at Bridge Cottage, 2 Castle Ashby Road, Yardley Hastings. The tree, located in a conservation area, was deemed to have low amenity value and its removal was considered to have a limited impact on the character of the area. The decision was approved in accordance with the Case Officer's recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes.
Gullivers, West Haddon
Planning permission and listed building consent were granted for the demolition of an existing conservatory and its replacement with a new, slightly larger timber conservatory at Gullivers, 43 West End, West Haddon. The application was brought to committee as the applicant is a councillor. The proposed conservatory was considered to be in keeping with the listed building and conservation area, and its impact on public views was deemed negligible. Both applications were approved in accordance with the Case Officer's recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes.
Land to the East of Lovett Road, Byfield
Full planning permission was granted for the construction of 14 residential dwellings, 12 of which will be affordable, on land to the east of Lovett Road, Byfield. This rural exception site application was supported by a recent housing needs survey identifying a local need for both affordable and market housing. The proposal was deemed policy compliant and met the requirements of policies H3, RA2, and RA6 of the relevant local plans. The decision was approved in accordance with the Case Officer's recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes.
Land off Upton Valley Way North, Pineham, Northampton
Outline planning permission was granted for residential development of up to 80 dwellings on land off Upton Valley Way North, Pineham, Northampton. The site is allocated for housing in the Northampton Local Plan Part 2. The proposal includes 22.5% affordable housing, public open space, and a children's play area. Concerns were raised by residents and the Parish Council regarding flood risk, drainage, and infrastructure capacity, but consultees including the Environment Agency and Lead Local Flood Authority raised no objections, subject to conditions. The decision was approved in accordance with the Case Officer's recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes.
Caswell Science Park, Greens Norton
Approval was granted for the construction of a single-storey warehouse within the existing Caswell Science and Technology Park, Towcester Road, Greens Norton. The application sought to address the needs of the site by providing a purpose-built modern warehouse. The decision was approved in accordance with the Case Officer's recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes.
84 Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton
A decision on the change of use of 84 Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton, from a dwelling house (C3) to a care home (C2) for up to eight residents was deferred. The application, which includes a single-storey rear extension and garage conversion, was called into committee due to concerns about overdevelopment, highway safety, and the cumulative impact of having two care homes in close proximity. Councillors expressed concerns about the lack of detail regarding management plans, staffing, parking, and the suitability of the site for wheelchair users, particularly regarding the split-level nature of the property and the absence of a lift. A site visit and further information were requested.
88 Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton
Similarly, a decision on the change of use of 88 Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton, from a dwelling house (C3) to a care home (C2) for up to four residents was deferred. This application also includes a single-storey rear extension and garage conversion. Concerns raised by councillors mirrored those for the adjacent property at 84 Church Way, focusing on the adequacy of information regarding management, staffing, parking, and accessibility for wheelchair users. A site visit and further information were requested.
Urgent Business
There were no items of urgent business. The next meeting was scheduled for Thursday, 20 August 2026.
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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2025/3896/FULL - 84 Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council decided to defer the application for a change of use from dwelling house to care home at 84 Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton. The decision was made on 06 August 2026. Reasons for the deferral are to be set out in the minutes.
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2026/1987/TCA - Bridge Cottage, 2 Castle Ashby Road, Yardley Hastings
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council decided on 06 August 2026 to approve the removal of one maple tree. The decision was made in accordance with the Case Officer’s recommendation, subject to various requirements. The work must be carried out within two years of the notification date and must not breach any conditions attached to any planning consent affecting the property.
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2026/1794/FULL - Caswell Science Park, Towcester Road, Greens Norton
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved the development of a new single-storey warehouse storage facility with an office annex at Caswell Science Park on 06 August 2026. The decision was made in accordance with the Case Officer’s recommendation, subject to various requirements. These include the submission and approval of a Construction Method Statement, details of surface water drainage, and a condition survey of the existing receiving drainage network.
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2026/1535/FULL - Gullivers, 43 West End, West Haddon
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved the demolition of an existing conservatory and the construction of a replacement conservatory at Gullivers, 43 West End, West Haddon on 06 August 2026. The decision was made in accordance with the Case Officer’s recommendation, subject to various requirements. These requirements include that the development must be begun within three years, carried out in accordance with approved plans, and that external materials and finishes, including red bricks to clad the exposed concrete base, must be used as set out in the application.
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N/2020/1244 - Land off Upton Valley Way North, Pineham, Northampton
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved outline planning permission for residential development on land off Upton Valley Way North, Pineham, Northampton on 06 August 2026. The decision was made in accordance with the Case Officer's recommendation, subject to conditions and the completion of a S106 legal agreement. This includes requirements for electric vehicle charging points, acoustic barriers, a Construction and Environmental Management Plan, and specific conditions related to land contamination.
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2025/3875/FULL - 88 Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council decided to defer the application for a change of use from C3 Residential to C2 Residential Institution at 88 Church Way, Weston Favell, Northampton. The decision was made on 06 August 2026, with reasons to be set out in the minutes.
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2026/1536/LBC - Gullivers, 43 West End, West Haddon
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved listed building consent for the demolition of an existing conservatory and the construction of a replacement at Gullivers, 43 West End, West Haddon on 06 August 2026. The decision was made in accordance with the Case Officer’s recommendation, subject to conditions. These conditions include specifying that the development must be completed within three years, carried out in accordance with approved plans, and that materials used for external walls, roof, and the concrete base cladding must match the existing building.
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2025/2522/MAF - Land to the East of Lovett Road, Byfield
Recommendations ApprovedThe Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved the recommendations on 06 August 2026. The decision was to grant permission for the construction of 14 residential dwellings, including 12 affordable homes, subject to conditions and a Section 106 legal agreement. This agreement will secure affordable housing provisions, a financial contribution to libraries, on-site play and open space, and a biodiversity net gain management plan.
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