Issue - meetings

The Committee considered the report of the Chief Planning Officer recommending that the above application for the erection of a two-storey extension classroom block, extending of existing hall to new kitchen area and raising of hall roof; erection of single storey extension to form office with linking corridor extension, new playground area, expansion of car parking area, and installation of low level and perimeter fencing to match be granted subject to the conditions and for the reasons stated or referred to in the report.

Arising from the discussion, concern was expressed that the increase in pupil numbers and continued use of the pedestrian access to Summerhill Primary School would have a detrimental impact upon the living conditions of the residents of Grange Park. Members did not accept that any of the approaches outlined in the report to manage the noise and disturbance would be effective in addressing their concerns.  

RESOLVED:

That the recommendation be not approved and the application be refused for the reason that the proposal would result in increased noise and disturbance created by the comings and goings along Grange Park and would be contrary to Policy EQ2 2. c. of the Sefton Local Plan.