Redevelopment of 97a-117 Caversham Road, and associated land to the rear, to provide 60 dwellings, including affordable housing, together with associated access, parking and landscaping.

The Executive Director of Economic Growth and Neighbourhood Services submitted a report on the above application.

Comments and objections were received and considered.

Resolved –

(1)      That the Assistant Director of Planning, Transport and Public Protection Services be authorised to grant full planning permission for application 221324/FUL, subject to completion of a S106 legal agreement by 1 April 2023 (unless a later date be agreed by the Assistant Director of Planning, Transport and Public Protection Services) to secure the Heads of Terms set out in the report, with the provision relating to a Traffic Regulation Order amended to make reference to potential changes to the access road junction treatment including a left turn only restriction;

(2)      That, in the event of the requirements set out not being met, the Assistant Director of Planning, Transport and Public Protection Services be authorised to refuse permission;

(3)      That planning permission be subject to the conditions and informatives recommended;

(4)      That the condition regarding retention/replacement of the northern boundary wall with the rear of properties on Swansea Road require a pre-commencement scheme to be submitted for approval in consultation with Ward Councillors.