Council recommend to refuse planning application for homes in Gamesley

Plans to build 51 properties including one bedroom flats and two and three bedroom houses in Gamelsey has been recommend to be refused.

The planning application sparked local controversy as the site was set to be built off Cottage Lane which is home to wildlife and close to a well used bridal path. 

The committee report to the High Peak Borough Council’s Development Control for planning application has recommended refusing the application. 

This marks the latest development in a planning proposal that has already faced scrutiny.

The application was resubmitted in October after the developer withdrew their initial submission due to technical issues. 

Following the resubmission, council officers reviewed the proposal, taking into account the concerns raised by the public which ultimately ended in recommending the application for refusal.

The full report, including detailed reasoning, can be accessed on the Council’s website. l

The committee has outlined four primary grounds for refusing the application:

1. Landscape and Visual Impact: The first concern raised by the officers relates to the negative landscape and visual effects that the development could cause. This includes the potential harm to the surrounding area’s aesthetic and natural beauty.
2. Design Issues and Loss of Greenery: The second reason focuses on the development’s design, the loss of trees and woodland, and the adverse impact this could have on the environment. Additionally, there are concerns about the "shading impact," which could result in an unacceptably poor level of amenity for future residents in some plots.
3. Inadequate Housing Mix: The third point highlights that the development does not offer an appropriate variety of housing types and sizes. As a result, it may not meet the future needs of a wide range of households, failing to provide the kind of accommodation necessary for long-term community development.
4. Access to the Trans Pennine Trail: The fourth ground for refusal is the lack of proper access to the Trans Pennine Trail. This is considered a critical issue, as access to recreational routes and green spaces is an important consideration in urban development.

The Planning Committee will now consider the recommendation to refuse the application during their meeting on Monday, December 9th, at 1:30 pm. 

The meeting will take place at the Arts Centre at the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton.

For those interested in following the proceedings or voicing their concerns, the meeting is open to the public. The decision will be an important one for the local community, as it will determine whether the development can proceed or if further revisions will be necessary.