Present: Cllr. R. Barker– Chair
Cllr. M. Belfield
Cllr. H. Burns
Cllr. P. Gilman
Cllr. K. Gould

Apologies: Cllr. J. Dinning
Cllr. S. Howard

In attendance Mr J. South & Ms S. Russo

1. Minutes from Previous Meeting

The minutes of the last meeting were proposed as a correct record by Cllr M. Belfield and seconded by Cllr K. Gould.

2. Matters Arising

None

3. Planning
a. SMD/2023/0268 & 0269 Tittesworth Farm, Buxton Road, Blackshaw Moor, Leek, ST13 8TH Proposed Conversion of Farm Building to Form Holiday Accommodation and the Creation of a Menage Ring.

The matter was discussed. No adverse comments made or received. Clerk to write to planning.

b. SMD/2024/0380 Methodist Church, Ankors Lane, Thorncliffe, ST13 7LP This application is for change of use from chapel (use class D1) to residential dwelling (use class C3).

The matter was discussed with the applicants. It would appear that Highways have indicated that on-road parking is acceptable as this was the previous arrangement. (This position confirmed with Highways following the meeting). Following some discussion the outcome was:

No objections in principle to the conversion;

Notwithstanding the view of Highways concerns were strongly expressed that on-road parking will create a hazard and impede traffic flow.

The make, model and exact position of the waste treatment plant should be specified so that it can be determined if it is feasible and environmentally acceptable.

Clerk to write to planning.

4. Financial

Bank balance £3,849-00.

Payments approved for:
• A. W. Howard Clerk Q2 2024/25 – £325-00

5. Correspondence

None.
6. Any other business

On Back Lane a drain that crosses the road is starting to collapse and a hole has appeared in the middle of the road. Clerk to report.

It is possible that a light industrial unit may be created behind Brassingtons.

7. Next Meeting

Date of next meeting – Tuesday 3rd December 2024 at 7:30pm.