Decision details

Council considered the Executive’s recommendations in respect of the Masterplan Framework for the Bishop’s Stortford South site. 

Councillors J Wyllie and Mrs D Hollebon referred to local opposition to the identification of this site for development purposes, and spoke of the need to get the best deal possible.  They hoped that due regard would be given to the Neighbourhood Plan, especially in terms of traffic congestion on Whittington Way.  They also referred to the need for starter homes and the importance of quality house design.

The Leader commented that all these points would be taken on board by the steering group and highlighted the additional recommendation sought by the Executive in respect of seeking high quality employment opportunities.

Councillor L Haysey moved, and Councillor S Rutland-Barsby seconded, a motion that the recommendations now detailed be approved.  After being put to the meeting and a vote taken, the motion was declared CARRIED.

Council approved the recommendations now detailed.

RESOLVED – that (A) the Masterplan Framework for Bishop’s Stortford South, as detailed at Essential Reference Paper ‘B’ to the report submitted, be agreed as a material consideration for Development Management purposes; and

(B)       the recommendation in (A) above be subject to the Council seeking the delivery of employment uses and buildings which support high quality employment opportunities reflecting the strategic location of the site in relation to innovative and expanding employment hubs.

(see also Minute 134)