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Planning Committee - Tuesday, 16th April, 2024 2.00 pm

April 16, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)
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Summary

The council meeting focused on two primary planning applications: the variation of conditions for Parkinson Lane Community Primary School and the conversion of Calf Lee Barn into a dwelling. Both applications were discussed extensively, with contributions from council members, officers, and public speakers.

  1. Parkinson Lane Community Primary School Application: The application sought to vary design and material conditions of a previously approved plan for a new hall. Arguments for the variation emphasized cost savings and modernization, while officers recommended refusal based on diminished visual amenity and design quality. The decision was deferred to gather more evidence about the cost implications and feasibility of the proposed changes. This decision allows the applicant to provide additional information to potentially sway the committee's final decision.

  2. Calf Lee Barn Conversion Application: The proposal was to convert an existing barn into a dwelling. The main concerns were about highway safety and the sustainability of the location, given the barn's remote access via a narrow track. Despite the applicant's efforts to mitigate these issues, including road improvements and environmental considerations, the application was refused based on the potential increase in traffic and the difficulties emergency services might face accessing the site. This decision underscores the committee's prioritization of safety and accessibility in planning approvals.

Additional Information: The meeting was well-attended, with active participation from council members and the public, highlighting the community's engagement in local development issues. The deferment of the school's application was particularly notable, reflecting the committee's cautious approach to significant changes in public infrastructure projects.

Attendees

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Colin Hutchinson  Labour •  Skircoat
Profile image for Stephanie Clarke
Stephanie Clarke  Labour •  Illingworth and Mixenden
Profile image for Paul Bellenger
Paul Bellenger  Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group •  Liberal Democrats •  Greetland and Stainland
Profile image for Helen Brundell
Helen Brundell  Labour •  Todmorden
Profile image for David Kirton
David Kirton  Conservative and Unionists Group •  Hipperholme and Lightcliffe
Profile image for Katie Kimber
Katie Kimber  Labour •  Luddendenfoot
Robert Thornber
Profile image for Silvia Dacre
Silvia Dacre  Cabinet Member, Resources •  Labour •  Todmorden
Profile image for Steven Leigh MBE
Steven Leigh MBE  Mayor of Calderdale •  Conservative and Unionists Group •  Ryburn
Profile image for Christine June Prashad
Christine June Prashad  Liberal Democrats •  Greetland and Stainland
Andrew Dmoch
Marcus Woody
Mark Moore

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