The Werneth Area Committee considered several matters, including proposals for a disabled persons parking bay on Chester Walks, Romiley, and Ward Flexibility Funding for St Chad's Romiley. The committee also reviewed traffic regulation proposals for Bents Avenue, Bredbury, and the Stockport Road West & The Broadway junction, Bredbury. Additionally, the committee received updates on planning appeals, enforcement actions, area committee decisions, and Stockport Homes' performance.

Advisory Disabled Persons Parking Bay on Chester Walks, Romiley

The Werneth Area Committee considered a proposal for an Advisory Disabled Persons Parking Bay on Chester Walks, Romiley. The potential cost of installation was £203.84, to be funded from the Bredbury Green and Romiley Ward allocation of the Area Committee's Delegated Budget. Alternative options discussed included not installing the bay due to road width not meeting minimum requirements, or advising the resident to use existing bays or modify their frontage for off-road parking.

Ward Flexibility Funding - St Chad's Romiley

The committee considered a request for a grant of £1,000 to St Chad's Romiley from the Ward Flexibility Funding. This funding would contribute towards the purchase of a commercial cooker as part of a larger project to refurbish the kitchen at the Guywood Centre building. The refurbishment aims to improve facilities for community activities and address issues highlighted in a recent food inspection.

Proposed Traffic Regulation Order on Bents Avenue, Bredbury

The committee considered proposals for a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) on Bents Avenue, Bredbury, following consultation with residents and local councillors regarding issues with double parking causing obstructions, particularly for bus services. Two options were presented: Option 1, No Waiting At Any Time (double yellow lines), and Option 2, Limited Waiting 8am – 8pm (single yellow line).

Residents' feedback was divided. Supporters of Option 1 highlighted the persistent problem of double parking and its impact on buses, ambulances, and access. Those favouring Option 2 expressed concerns about the impact of double yellow lines on their own parking availability and suggested rerouting the bus service. Traffic Services noted that resident permits are not part of this scheme, but residents can apply for them. Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) explained that the double-decker bus is used due to its shorter length and its role in school services, and that rerouting or changing vehicle types involves complex logistical considerations. The committee was asked to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services approve the legal advertising of either Option 1 or Option 2, subject to no objections being received. Option 1 is estimated to cost £1,100, and Option 2 £2,000, both to be funded from the Bredbury Green & Romiley ward allocation.

Stockport Road West & The Broadway Junction, Bredbury

The committee considered a report recommending approval for an extension to the yellow box junction and the addition of two right-turn pockets at the junction of Stockport Road West and The Broadway, Bredbury. This proposal, costing £1,700, is intended to assist motorists turning right from Stockport Road West to The Broadway, addressing visibility issues caused by queuing vehicles. The cost would be funded from the Bredbury & Woodley ward allocation. The committee was asked to recommend that the Cabinet Member for Parks, Highways and Transport Services approves the costings.

Planning Appeal, Enforcement Appeals and Enforcement Notices

The committee noted a report summarising recent appeal decisions, current planning appeals, and enforcement actions within the Werneth Area Committee area. There were no current planning appeals listed for the Werneth Area Committee at the time of the meeting. The report did include details of two enforcement actions: an enforcement notice served on 31 July 2024 for the construction of a dormer at 5 Manor Road, Woodley, with a compliance date of 28 August 2025, and a High Hedge Remedial Notice served on 23 August 2023 at 12 Green Croft, Romiley, with a compliance date of 16 February 2026.

Progress on Area Committee Decisions

The committee received an update on the progress of decisions made by the Area Committee, including the current position on area flexibility funding and the highway and traffic management delegated budget. The report indicated that there were no outstanding non-traffic items. The Area Flexibility Funding for 2025-26 had a balance of £11,719.71 available after commitments. The delegated budget for highway schemes showed a balance of £25,631.

Stockport Homes Update

The committee was asked to comment on and note a report providing information on Stockport Homes' performance and key housing information for the area.