Planning Committee And Licensing Committee
The role of the Planning Committee
The Planning Committee makes decisions on planning applications for development, treework applications and tree preservation matters. Decisions are made within Government criteria after professional advice. Applicants can appeal against decisions to the Secretary of State. This committee is made up of the following 10 Councillors:
Councillor Mrs Stribley (Chairman)
Councillor Mrs Deas (Vice-Chairman)
Councillors Allen, Mrs Long, Parker, Trent, White, Wilkins and Wilson
Planning Committee Meetings
The Planning Committee meets every four weeks. Please use the following link to access the Planning Committee Agendas, Reports and Minutes
. The next meeting date can be found by refering to the 'What's On Section' found on the homepage.
The role of the Licensing Committee
The Licensing Committee deals with the licensing of public entertainment venues, taxis and private hire vehicles, cinema licences and health and safety issues. It will also deal with liquor licences in the future. Applicant can appeal gainst decisions to the Magistrates Court. This Committee is made up of 15 Councillors. Further details regarding Licensing issues can be obtained from Environmental and Consumer Protection.
Licensing Meetings
The Licensing Committee meets as and when required. Further details regarding Licensing issues can be obtained from Environmental & Consumer Protection.
