An apology was received for the absence of Councillor Philippa Crowder. + Councillor Christine Smith substituted for Councillor Crowder.

Members are invited to disclose any interest in any of the items on the agenda at this point of the meeting.

Members may still disclose any interest in an item at any time prior to the consideration of the matter.

There were no disclosures of interests.

To approve as a correct record the minutes of the meeting of the Committee held on 6 February 2025 and to authorise the Chairman to sign them.

The minutes of the previous meeting held on 4 February 2025 were agreed as a correct record and signed by the Chairman.

Report attached.

The Committee considered a report that for planning application for the partial demolition and conversion of the main building and demolition of all other buildings and structures, and development of the rear section of the site to provide 9 residential dwellings, with car parking, landscaping and related infrastructure.

In accordance with the public speaking arrangements the Committee was addressed by an objector with a response by the applicant’s agent.

A Councillor call-in has been received which accords with the Committee consideration criteria.

The application had been called–in by a Ward Councillor, Councillor Jane Keane. With its agreement Councillor Keith Darvill addressed the Committee on behalf of Councillor Keane.

Following discussion and consideration Members of the Committee resolved to grant planning permission subject to conditions detailed in the report. 

See Attached document.

The Committee considered the quarterly reporting of performance to the planning committees and RESOLVED to note the contents of the report.

Members were advised to contact officers directly if there are any enquiry on any item.