Agenda item

11no. bungalows including demolition of existing sheltered housing

The Committee considered a report of the Planning Officer regarding an application for 11 no. bungalows including demolition of existing sheltered housing at King William Grange, High Grange Road, Spennymoor (for copy see file of minutes).

The Planning Officer gave a detailed presentation which included a site location plan, aerial photographs and photographs of the site.

Councillor Tinsley moved approval of the application, noting the provision of sought after bungalows.

Councillor Quinn confirmed that she was familiar with the building and it had been well maintained, but had recently came into a state of disrepair. She welcomed the application for bungalows and was satisfied that the bungalows at this site would be retained.

Councillor Atkinson seconded the motion to approve the application.

Resolved

That the application be APPROVED subject to the completion of a Section 106 Obligation to secure the retention of 2 no. affordable units perpetuity and an off-site open space contribution of £13400, payable in a single instalment prior to the occupation of the first dwelling, and the conditions outlined in the report.