Sian Webb

The Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved the construction of a solar photovoltaic farm on 14th July 2026. The decision was made in line with officer recommendations, subject to conditions. Conditions include securing biodiversity mitigation, a Construction Environmental Management Plan, a lighting strategy, Biodiversity Net Gain measures, soil management, restoration and aftercare, a detailed drainage design, long-term maintenance, erosion control, verification of drainage infrastructure, a Written Scheme of Investigation, and a Heritage Management Plan.

The Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council decided to refuse retrospective permission for the erection of an outbuilding to create an annex at 34 Knightscliffe Way, Northampton on 02 July 2026. The decision was made contrary to the Case Officer's recommendation.

The Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved the outline application for a Padel Court building at Whittlebury Park Golf and Country Club on 02 July 2026. The decision was made in accordance with the Case Officer's recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes.

The Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved the change of use from a residential dwelling to a residential care home at 7 Berry Lane, Northampton on 02 July 2026. The decision was made in accordance with the Case Officer’s recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes.

The Non-Strategic Planning Committee of West Northamptonshire Council approved recommendations on 02 July 2026. The decision was made contrary to the Case Officer’s recommendation, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes.