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(Councillor Adrian Abbs declared that he was the Ward Member for Agenda Item 4(1).

(Councillors Phil Barnett and Jeff Beck declared a personal interest in Agenda Item 4(1) by virtue of the fact that they were Members of Newbury Town Council and its Planning and Highways Committee. As their interest was personal and not prejudicial or a disclosable pecuniary interest, they determined to remain to take part in the debate and vote on the matter.)

(Mr Paul Goddard declared an interest in Agenda Item 4(1), as he knew the applicant on a professional level, but reported that the application had no highways implications and he would not be required to speak on the matter.)

(Ms Sharon Armour declared an interest in Agenda Item 4(1), as she knew the applicant on a professional level, but reported that she would remain impartial during the course of consideration of the matter.)

(Mr Simon Till declared an interest in Agenda Item 4(1), as he knew the applicant on both a personal and professional level, and reported that he would be leaving the meeting during the course of consideration of the matter.)

1.       The Committee considered a report (Agenda Item 4(1)) concerning Planning Application 22/01556/HOUSE in respect of 11 Valley Road, Newbury.

2.       Mr Patrick Haran, Senior Planning Officer, introduced the report to Members, which took account of all the relevant policy considerations and other material planning considerations. In conclusion, the proposal was considered acceptable in planning terms, and officers recommended that the Service Director of Development and Regulation be authorised to grant planning permission, subject to the conditions outlined in the main report.

3.       In accordance with the Council’s Constitution, Mr Nigel Foot, Newbury Town Council, addressed the Committee on this application.

Town Council Representation

4.       Mr Nigel Foot, Newbury Town Council, in addressing the Committee raised the following points:

• Newbury Town Council did not have any objection to the application, but Mr Foot would be willing to answer any questions.

Member Questions to the Town Council

5.       Members did not have any questions of clarification.

Ward Member Representation

6.       Councillor Adrian Abbs in addressing the Committee raised the following points:

• Councillor Abbs stated that the application was in a beautiful area, and the proposed extension would enhance family life. He was keen to encourage and support this type of application.
• Councillor Abbs stated that there was minimal reason to oppose the application, and that it was only before the Committee in the interest of due diligence.

Member Questions to the Ward Member

7.       Members did not have any questions of clarification.

Member Questions to Officers

8.       Members did not have any questions of clarification.

Debate

9.       Councillor Adrian Abbs opened the debate by stating that there are no signs of objection by neighbouring residents, and no need for additional conditions.

10.   Councillor Jeff Cant stated that he appreciated the need for due diligence, but it was a modest extension, and would have been approved but for the fact that the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 14