Issue - meetings

Report of the Strategic Director of Place

Presented by the Planning and Infrastructure Portfolio Holder

Councillor R Ashman presented the report to members, highlighting the consultation and examination process which had been undertaken and the result of the referendum that was held on 27 June 2019.  He reported that the referendum received a turnout of 13%, with 87.2% of the voters in favour of making the Neighbourhood Plan.  He congratulated all involved in developing the Neighbourhood Plan.

Councillor R D Bayliss commented on the turnout for the referendum.  Councillor R Ashman acknowledged that this was low, however the referendum had provided the community with the opportunity to have their say.  He supported the development of neighbourhood plans which supported the planning process.

Councillor R Blunt stated that he supported neighbourhood plans which could be seen as a tool to shape new developments.

It was moved by Councillor R Ashman, seconded by Councillor R D Bayliss and

RESOLVED THAT:

Cabinet agrees to make the Ellistown and Battleflat Neighbourhood Plan.

Reason for decision: Cabinet approval of the proposed approach is required.