Agenda and draft minutes
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Civility and Respect Pledge Reminder. The Town Council has adopted the Civility and Respect Pledge. Members are reminded of their obligations under the Code of Conduct. Debate is to be respectful, focused on the issues, and conducted in accordance with the Code of Conduct. Minutes: The Chairman reminded Members that the Town Council has adopted the Civility and Respect Pledge.
Members were reminded of their obligations under the Code of Conduct. Debate is to be respectful, focused on the issues, and conducted in accordance with the Code of Conduct.
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To elect a Chairman. (Written Ballot) Minutes: The outgoing Chairman invited Members to indicate their interest in standing for the position of Chairman of the Planning and Licensing Committee for the forthcoming municipal year.
Councillor B Samuels showed interest.
A written ballot was conducted.
Following the ballot, the outgoing Chairman Councillor B Samuels confirmed that a majority vote had been achieved.
It was proposed by Councillor Suter, seconded by Councillor Gillies and RESOLVED that Councillor B Samuels be elected Chairman of the Planning and Licensing Committee for the municipal year 2026/27.
The Chairman Councillor B Samuels in the Chair. |
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To elect a Vice Chairman. (Written Ballot) Minutes: The Chairman invited Members to indicate their interest in standing for the position of Vice Chairman of the Planning and Licensing Committee for the forthcoming municipal year.
Two nominations were received from Councillor Ashburn and Councillor Nowlan.
A written ballot was conducted.
Following the ballot, the Chairman confirmed that a majority vote had been achieved.
It was proposed by Councillor B Samuels, seconded by Councillor Gillies and RESOLVED that Councillor Nowlan be elected Vice Chairman of the Planning and Licensing Committee for the municipal year 2026/27. |
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Health and Safety Announcements. Minutes: The Chairman informed those present of the actions required in the event of a fire or emergency. |
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Declarations of Interest: a. To receive any declarations from Members of any registerable (5A of the Code of Conduct) and/or non-registerable (5B) interests in matters to be considered at this meeting.
b. The Town Clerk to receive written requests for dispensations prior to the start of the meeting for consideration.
Minutes: a. To receive any declarations from Members of any registerable (5A of the Code of Conduct) and/or non-registerable (5B) interests in matters to be considered at this meeting.
b. The Town Clerk to receive written requests for dispensations prior to the start of the meeting for consideration.
None received. |
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Public Questions - A 15-minute period when members of the public may speak about a planning application.
Please note: Any member of the public requiring to speak about a planning application should register by email no later than three workings days before the meeting where the application will be considered.
Members of the public are advised to review the Receiving Public Questions, Representations and Evidence at Meetings document prior to attending the meeting. Minutes: None received. |
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Minutes: Please see a copy of the minutes on the STC website or request to see a copy at the Guildhall.
Following a vote (7 in favour, 0 against, 2 abstentions), it was proposed by Councillor B Samuels, seconded by Councillor Bullock and RESOLVED that the minutes of the Planning and Licensing Committee held on 21 April 2026 were confirmed as a true and correct record. |
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Additional documents: Minutes: It was RESOLVED to note. |
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To consider Risk Management reports as may be received. Minutes: Nothing to report. |
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Additional documents:
Minutes: The Office Manager/Assistant to the Town Clerk provided a summary of the report received and contained within the circulated reports pack.
It was noted that the current Saltash Neighbourhood Development Plan (NDP) expires in 2030 and due to recent Government changes, it no longer carries significant weight. The Town Council must therefore ensure its priorities are clearly represented in Cornwall’s emerging Local Plan through the development of a Neighbourhood Priority Statement (NPS), which will require substantial community engagement.
The Settlement Spatial Plan (SSP) was identified as a useful and unique document, assessing development pressures and infrastructure impacts across Saltash. This process will include public engagement, workshops and Member involvement in shaping priorities and scenarios, leading to a final SSP document to support the completion of the NPS.
Councillor B Samuels noted that a comprehensive evidence base document is required to support consideration of larger planning applications and that consultation will follow a similar process as the Saltash NDP but on a shorter timescale.
Councillor Bickford supported the proposed approach and agreed it should progress through the working group but questioned when all Members would have the opportunity to contribute prior to public consultation. It was confirmed that the working group would meet initially to develop the framework, followed by structured workshops involving the working group and invited Members to help shape the engagement exercise. Wider Member review and input would be incorporated at key stages throughout the process.
Following a unanimous vote, it was proposed by Councillor B Samuels, seconded by Councillor Gillies and RESOLVED to:
1. Approve the submission of a Neighbourhood Priority Statement (NPS) to Cornwall Council and confirm by issuing a formal letter of designation;
2. Delegate authority to the Town Clerk to sign and submit the letter of designation on behalf of Saltash Town Council;
3. Appoint Councillor Nowlan to the Neighbourhood Plan Working Group and provide delegated authority to the working group and Office Manager to oversee delivery of the NPS and SSP process;
4. RECOMMEND to Full Council the appointment of Company A to deliver a Settlement Spatial Plan (SSP) at a cost of £14,950, plus £100 for two in-person visits with associated costs to be allocated to budget code 6275 PR EMF Neighbourhood Plan and to approve a payment schedule of three equal instalments, upon appointment, at the mid-point and on completion;
5. RECOMMEND to Full Council to provide delegated authority to the Office Manager to manage any additional public engagement costs working within budget code 6275 PR EMF Neighbourhood Plan, with progress and expenditure reported back to future Planning and Licensing Committee meetings. |
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Planning: a. Applications for consideration:
PA20/02746 Mr and Mrs Jane – 6 Linnet Court Latchbrook Saltash PL12 4UJ Single storey rear extension, with internal alterations. Boundary treatment works. Ward: Trematon Date received: 05 May 2026 Response date: 26 May 2026
PA26/02036 Mr Danny Butchers UK Wages – The Annexe Tavy View Carkeel Saltash PL12 6NR Change of use of existing annex from C3 (dwellinghouse), to E(g)(i)(administrative office) to serve as the office for UK Wages, a local payroll business employing six members of staff. Ward: Trematon Date received: 05 May 2026 Response date: 26 May 2026
PA26/01750 Mrs. Pippa Hyam – Wivelscombe Manor Elmgate Saltash Cornwall PL12 4QY Erection of machinery store. Ward: Trematon Date received: 06 May 2026 Response date: 27 May 2026
PA26/01886 Conversion of existing garage to residential use. Ward: Essa Date received: 28 April 2026 Response date: 21 May 2026
PA26/02440 Proposal to provide offroad parking at the front of 5 Deer Park, Saltash by removing the existing lawned area and building new retaining walls and a hard standing. Ward: Tamar Date received: 11 May 2026 Response date: 1 June 2026
PA26/02792 Mr and Mrs D O’Brien – 25 St Stephens Road Saltash Cornwall PL12 4BG Loft Conversion to create two extra bedrooms with a shared dormer. Ward: Essa Date received: 11 May 2026 Response date: 1 June 2026
PA26/03075 Construction of front entrance porch and garage/store. Formation of off road parking space. Ward: Essa Date received: 11 May 2026 Response date: 1 June 2026
PA26/02892 St James Court (Saltash) Limited – 74-94 Fore Street Saltash Cornwall PL12 6JW Changes to the facade of the building following planning permission being granted under application PA24/09840 Ward: Tamar Date received: 12 May 2026 Response date: 2 June 2026
b. Tree applications:
None received.
c. Tree notifications:
None received.
Minutes: a. Applications for consideration:
PA26/02746 Mr and Mrs Jane – 6 Linnet Court Latchbrook Saltash PL12 4UJ Single storey rear extension, with internal alterations. Boundary treatment works. Ward: Trematon Date received: 05 May 2026 Response date: 26 May 2026
Following a unanimous vote (9 in favour, 0 against, 0 abstentions), it was proposed by Councillor B Samuels, seconded by Councillor Miller and resolved to RECOMMEND APPROVAL.
PA26/02036 Mr Danny Butchers UK Wages – The Annexe Tavy View Carkeel Saltash PL12 6NR Change of use of existing annex from C3 (dwellinghouse), to E(g)(i)(administrative office) to serve as the office for UK Wages, a local payroll business employing six members of staff. Ward: Trematon Date received: 05 May 2026 Response date: 26 May 2026
Following a unanimous vote (9 in favour, 0 against, 0 abstentions), it was proposed by Councillor Miller, seconded by Councillor Bickford and resolved to RECOMMEND APPROVAL subject to additional parking made available as declared in original pre-application.
PA26/01750 Mrs. Pippa Hyam – Wivelscombe Manor Elmgate Saltash Cornwall PL12 4QY Erection of machinery store. Ward: Trematon Date received: 06 May 2026 Response date: 27 May 2026
Following a unanimous vote (9 in favour, 0 against, 0 abstentions), it was proposed by Councillor Bullock, seconded by Councillor Miller and resolved to RECOMMEND APPROVAL.
PA26/01886 Mrs Karen Bowen – 28 Spencer Gardens St Stephens Saltash Cornwall PL12 4PE Conversion of existing garage to residential use. Ward: Essa Date received: 28 April 2026 Response date: 21 May 2026
Following a unanimous vote (9 in favour, 0 against, 0 abstentions), it was proposed by Councillor Bullock, seconded by Councillor Nowlan and resolved to RECOMMEND APPROVAL.
PA26/02440 Mr Michael Bullock – 5 Deer Park Saltash Cornwall PL12 6HE Proposal to provide offroad parking at the front of 5 Deer Park, Saltash by removing the existing lawned area and building new retaining walls and a hard standing. Ward: Tamar Date received: 11 May 2026 Response date: 1 June 2026
Following a unanimous vote (9 in favour, 0 against, 0 abstentions), it was proposed by Councillor Bullock, seconded by Councillor Suter and resolved to RECOMMEND APPROVAL.
PA26/02792 Mr and Mrs D O’Brien – 25 St Stephens Road Saltash Cornwall PL12 4BG Loft Conversion to create two extra bedrooms with a shared dormer. Ward: Essa Date received: 11 May 2026 Response date: 1 June 2026
Following a unanimous vote (9 in favour, 0 against, 0 abstentions), it was proposed by Councillor P Samuels, seconded by Councillor Bullock and resolved to RECOMMEND APPROVAL.
Councillor Ashburn declared an interest in the following item and left the meeting.
PA26/03075 Mr and Mrs G Wellington – 1 Warraton Road Saltash Cornwall PL12 4HZ Construction of front entrance porch and garage/store. Formation of off road parking space. Ward: Essa Date received: 11 May 2026 Response date: 1 June 2026
Following a unanimous vote (8 in favour, 0 against, 0 abstentions), it was proposed by Councillor P Samuels, seconded by Councillor B Samuels and resolved to RECOMMEND APPROVAL.
Councillor Ashburnwas invited and returned ... view the full minutes text for item 26/26/27 |
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Consideration of licence applications: None received. Minutes: None received. |
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Public Bodies (Admission to Meetings) Act 1960: To resolve that pursuant to Section 1(2) of the Public Bodies (Admission to meetings) Act 1960 the public and press leave the meeting because of the confidential nature of the business to be transacted. Minutes: To resolve that Pursuant to Section 1(2) of the Public Bodies (Admissions to Meetings) Act 1960 the public and press leave the meeting because of the confidential nature of the business to be transacted. |
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To consider any items referred from the main part of the agenda. Minutes: None. |
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Public Bodies (Admission to Meetings) Act 1960: To resolve that the public and press be re-admitted to the meeting. Minutes: To resolve that the public and press be re-admitted to the meeting. |
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To confirm any press and social media releases associated with any agreed actions and expenditure of the meeting. Minutes: Following a unanimous vote (9 in favour, 0 against, 0 abstentions) it was proposed by Councillor B Samuels, seconded by Councillor Gillies and RESOLVED to issue the following Press and Social Media releases;
1. The Town Council to confirm submission of a Neighbourhood Priority Statement;
2. Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for the Planning and Licensing Committee. |